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African lion pride swells with birth of 4 cubs at Buffalo Zoo

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Four African lion cubs were born at the Buffalo Zoo earlier this month and all appear to be healthy and growing, the zoo announced Thursday.The mother lion, Lusaka, delivered the litter of two males and two females June 2 and 3. It is her third litter with the father, Tiberius, since 2016. The lions were paired as part of a species survival plan for African lions overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. “The birth of any animal is exciting, and lion cubs are especially heartwarming because, well, they are adorable!” the Buffalo Zoo’s interim President Lisa Smith said in a news release. “We are honored to care for Lusaka, the cubs, and all the members of their pride, while recognizing that they also represent the future and hope for the conservation of their species, reminding us of the importance of a sustained commitment to work to save lions in the wild.” African lions are considered a vulnerable species because of habitat loss, poa...

Josh Bell’s homer sends Guardians to 6-1 win, sweep of Oakland as A’s drop 8th straight

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

CLEVELAND (AP) — Josh Bell homered off an “Ohio” sign beyond the left-field wall and Myles Straw hit an RBI triple, leading the Cleveland Guardians to a 6-1 win on Thursday and three-game sweep of the Oakland Athletics, who lost their eighth straight.Bell’s 430-foot shot in the fifth inning off JP Sears (1-5) smacked the “H” on the sign affixed to a pedestrian walkway in Progressive Field. The blast tied it and Straw put Cleveland ahead in the inning with his two-out shot to left.The A’s have baseball’s worst record at 19-58.Oakland’s mark through 77 games is the worst in the majors since the Detroit Tigers went 18-59 to start 2003.The A’s were still within 2-1 in the eighth before reliever Yacksel Rios allowed four runs on two wild pitches and two bases-loaded walks.Nick Sandlin (3-3) pitched two hitless innings in relief of Cleveland starter Logan Allen. Enyel De Los Santos worked two innings — getting a double play to end the seventh — and Eli Morgan...

Venus Williams loses to Ostapenko at Birmingham Classic after injury concern

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Venus Williams couldn’t cause an even bigger surprise at the Birmingham Classic.The 43-year-old American, now ranked No. 697, lost 6-3, 5-7, 6-3 to second-seeded Jelena Ostapenko on Thursday in the second round of the grass-court tournament that is serving as a warmup for Wimbledon.On Monday, Williams defeated 48th-ranked Camile Giorgi for a first victory over a player in the top 50 in nearly four years. She has just returned after six months out with a hamstring injury sustained in Auckland in the first week of the year.Williams, who played with strapping around her right knee against Ostapenko, received an off-court medical timeout when at 2-2 in the second set. She looked uncomfortable when she returned to the grass but continued to play, fighting for every point and even saving a match point at 5-3 before recovering to win four games in a row and take it to a decider.By the end of a 44-minute third set, Williams’ mobility was limited and Ostapenko seal...

TikTok COO to step down from the company after nearly 5 years in the role

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — TikTok’s Chief Operating Officer, V Pappas, is leaving the popular social media platform after nearly five years in the role.In a note sent to employees Thursday morning and later shared on Twitter, Pappas, who uses plural pronouns, said now that the company has achieved a lot of success, she felt it was the right time to move on and focus on “entrepreneural passions.”TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew said in a note sent to employees that Pappas, one of the company’s most public faces, will continue to serve as a strategic advisor. “I want to take this opportunity to thank V for their many contributions over the years,” Chew wrote. “Throughout their time at TikTok, they have been instrumental in growing the business, advocating for the company, elevating our product offerings and marketing campaigns, and fostering a positive community of creators and users. They have had a significant and lasting impact and we are truly grateful for their tireless efforts.”Source

Severe thunderstorm warning from Evergreen to western Denver until 3 p.m.

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

2:50 p.m. update: The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning covering the area from Evergreen north to Golden and east to I-25 in Denver until 3:00 p.m. NWS said golf ball-sized hail is possible with this cell. The portion of this warning including Morrison, Lakewood and western Denver has been extended until 3:30 p.m.DENVER (KDVR) — After Wednesday's storm brought severe weather with a tornado that destroyed a home and hail that injured people in the audience at Red Rocks, weather on Thursday brings more strong thunderstorms to the Denver metro.A Pinpoint Weather Alert Day has been issued as another round of thunderstorms imposes a slight risk of becoming strong to severe, especially in the afternoon.Just after noon, the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. for Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, Elbert, El Paso, Jefferson, Larimer, Lincoln, Logan, Morgan, Washington and Weld counties. Red Rocks hail st...

Pride Guide: what to know about Denver events

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- One of the biggest Pride events in the country is happening in Denver this weekend.The Center on Colfax, whose mission is to engage, enrich empower and advance the LGBTQ community of Colorado, is hosting the Denver PrideFest to honor the active and resourceful lives and achievements of LGBTQ people, according to the website. Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for another round of severe storms on Thursday This year's theme is "Be Proud Out Loud." Events have been happening all month, but the official Denver Pride festival begins Thursday. Here is a list of all of the official Denver Pride events.ThursdayOfficial Pride Opening PartyLive music from PEACHES and Yvie OddlyReelworks at Tracks Night Club, 3500 Walnut St.Concert for ages 21 and over at 8 p.m., $40 general admissionFridaySheraton Creator Marketplace: PRIDE MarketShowcasing local artists, vendors, creators and drag queensParlur event space in Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel, 1550 Court Pl.2-7 p.m., ...

Defense rests in trial of former Miami Gardens Police officer accused of placing knee on woman’s neck

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

The trial of a former Miami Gardens Police officer who placed his knee on a woman’s neck entered its second day. On Thursday, the defense presented its case after both sides questioned an expert.The main focus on Thursday for former Jordy Martel on was whether or not his knee on the victim’s neck wasin a proper three-point pin.Martel stood before a judge during his court appearance and decided not to testify. He faces four counts of battery and two counts of official misconduct, which stemmed from the tough takedown of Safiya Satchell. The Jan. 14, 2020 encounter was caught on camera.Martel is accused of placing his knee on Satchell’s neck.The defense called two witnesses to take the stand.Ruben Mena, a law enforcement security instructor, has taught police officers in South Florida and internationally on modern techniques.He testified that he saw in the video Martel attempting the three-point pin to gain control of Satchell in another attempt to handcuff her once ...

EU border agency to scrutinize events leading to Greek migrant shipwreck

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

The EU Border and Coast Guard Agency will compile a report on the capsized boat carrying migrants off the coast of Greece, which resulted in the deaths of potentially hundreds in one of the worst shipwrecks in Europe in a decade. The agency, known as Frontex, initiated a “serious incident report” (SIR) on Thursday, requiring the agency’s fundamental rights officers to record potential human rights violations, an agency spokesperson told POLITICO. While the process is not an investigation — Frontex does not have the ability to investigate incidents — the report allows the agency to gather all available details surrounding the fatal incident. The report can then be shared with investigative bodies or be part of recommendations to other bodies, such as the European Parliament. According to the UN’s refugee and migration agencies, UNHCR and IOM, anywhere from 400 to 750 migrants were on board the overcrowded fishing boat ...

Gun violence cited in call to revisit state laws

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

Resolving to “show up” for youth and bolster safety for all Massachusetts communities, about two dozen gun violence prevention activists gathered outside the State House Thursday demanding that elected leaders pass stronger gun control laws to crack down on what they described as a public health crisis.Not one more life should be lost to gun violence, Ruth Zakarin, executive director of the Massachusetts Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence, said at a press conference that also included representatives from Stop Handgun Violence, Moms Demand Action, and the Giffords and Brady groups.Zakarin said there have been fatal shootings so far this year in Boston, Springfield, Fall River, Waltham, Mansfield, Brockton, Randolph, Holyoke, Lawrence, Worcester, Rochester, New Bedford, Andover and Methuen.“For far too many neighborhoods in Massachusetts and communities right here in Boston, the sound of gunfire is way too common,” she said.Invoking the one-year anniversary of ...

Wizards sending Chris Paul to Warriors in exchange for Jordan Poole: reports

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:11:49 GMT

The Washington Wizards are continuing their busy offseason.The Wizards are sending 12-time All-Star guard Chris Paul to the Golden State Warriors in exchange for guard Jordan Poole, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Wizards will also receive a protected 2030 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick from Golden State in the deal.Check back for more details. ()