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With Trump’s Tariff Reprieve, Mexico and Canada, Still Wary, Breathe Easier – The New York Times With Trump’s Tariff Reprieve, Mexico and Canada, Still Wary, Breathe Easier – The New York Times With Trump’s Tariff Reprieve, Mexico and Canada, Still Wary, Breathe Easier The New York TimesTrump Suspends Mexico and Canada Tariffs on USMCA Goods for a Month The New York TimesTrump tariffs: U.S. pauses tariffs on some *********, ******** imports until April 2 CNBCTrump delays tariffs for goods under Mexico, Canada trade deal Reuters Source link #Trumps #Tariff #Reprieve #Mexico #Canada #Wary #Breathe #Easier #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

ASX Runners of the Week: Industrial, Litchfield, InFocus & TG Metals ASX Runners of the Week: Industrial, Litchfield, InFocus & TG Metals I see red, I see red, I see red… The ASX has this month taken a tumble from the intoxicating all-time highs of Valentine’s Day. In three weeks, the index shed more than 6 per cent of its value, with all sectors except telecommunications and the unstoppable goldies losing ground this week. Energy stocks fared the worst as oil prices fell on threats of “The Don’s” tariffs and OPEC to increase oil production. Mineral Resources’ troubles continued and company founder Chris Ellison lost his billionaire status after MinRes shed nearly 40% off its share price this month. A weakening iron ore price held most of our major miners down – except gold – with uncertainty around China’s bleak construction sector scaring traders. Though a spark of hope crossed traders’ screens on Thursday morning when BHP shares shot out of the blocks at the open to rise 6 per cent on a seemingly flat day for the other majors. BHP’s share price surged from $39.50 to $42 a share at the open, before it became apparent its share price appreciation was not driven by its performance or market speculation. Instead, one trader, who had perhaps forgotten their morning coffee, ordered 750,000 BHP shares at $42 a share pre-market, rather than the intended 750 units. A costly $31.5m ‘**** finger’ mistake which saw BHP’s share price soar and then pull back some $2.60 per share in under two minutes, hypothetically costing the company millions. As you can expect in this increasingly stale market, candidates for Bulls N’ Bears ASX Runners of the Week list were relatively few and far between, however, a few diamonds in the rough sparkled in an otherwise uneventful week. Industrial Minerals Ltd (ASX: IND) 92% up (from 12c to 23c) Industrial Minerals is this week’s Bulls N’ Bears ASX Runner of the Week. On a quiet week with not much happening, the quartz crusader leapt out of the blocks with no news to its name – and still bagged a premier podium finish. The company’s stock began its run on Tuesday, marching from 12 cents per share to 16c before it was handed a “speeding ticket” by the ASX. Industrial’s management said they were unaware of any unknown information, however, noted global tariff and trade developments were juicing demand for its high purity quartz. The free marketing did the trick as the company’s share price surged up the following morning to a high of 23c, up 92 per cent from its close of 12c the week prior. Industrial is busy working on several projects and has released plenty of tasty tidbits in its recent quarterly activities report, including encouraging feedback from parties interested in its Pippingarra pegmatite project in Western Australia, a China marketing blitz and progress on a maiden mineral resource estimate at Pippingarra due by the end of March. The company also touted its ongoing test work in China and a freshly funded war chest from a placement and share purchase plan, which it says has enabled meaningful progress towards development and achieving its aim of becoming a key supplier to the high purity quartz materials sector. With United States’ president Donald Trump’s tariff sabre-rattling in the background, high-purity quartz looks likely to become another critical mineral darling to join a trend of raging antimony and gallium prices. Litchfield Minerals Ltd (ASX: LMS) 90% up (from 9.5c to 18c) Litchfield Minerals took out second place on this week’s Runner of the Week list. The base metals company released some juicy news to the market on Wednesday that it had uncovered two big, high-intensity sulphide-bearing targets over 1 kilometre at its cornerstone Oonagalabi project in the mineral-rich heart of the Northern Territory. Litchfield said a recently conducted pole-dipole IP survey had uncovered two massive chargeability anomalies stretching 1km in strike and plunging to more than 500m in depth. The company’s shares ran on the news on Wednesday and its share price peaked at 18c per share on Thursday, up some 90 per cent from last week’s close, after well over $1m of stock traded hands. Litchfield says each target possesses a higher-grade core, with chargeability exceeding 40 to 60 millivolts per volt. The promising base metals targets were not drill-tested, offering highly compelling targets for Litchfield’s upcoming drilling program. Historical drill holes at Oonagalabi have glanced the chargeability shell and returned the best mineralisation numbers to date, reinforcing the strong correlation between chargeability and sulphide mineralisation. The company has locked in a phase one drilling program for late March, pending a final Territory government nod. Oonagalabi’s 3km mineralised strike in the Territory’s mineral-rich heartland has the hallmarks of a big base metal system tied to some hydrothermal action. No wonder the market was frothing – this untested high-grade core could be a game-changer for the sub-$5m market cap minnow, as copper demand remains solid despite most metals pulling back. InFocus Group (ASX: IFG) 73% up (from 1.5c to 2.6c) Ditching the pickaxe for the pixels, Runners’ final podium finish goes to fintech group InFocus, which saw its share price shoot up on news of its latest stablecoin payment project with the Seychelles-based group, GBO Assets. InFocus says it has sealed a US$1.52 million (A$2.41m) deal with GBO to build a cross-border stablecoin payment platform, bumping its total GBO contract haul to more than US$4m (A$6.35m), hot on the heels of a US$2.5m (A$4m) gaming gig. InFocus jumped to 2.6c per share on Tuesday’s company announcement, up 73 per cent from its close of 1.5c last Friday after $2m of the stock was traded. GBO Assets, based out of the tech and tax-savvy Seychelles islands, has worked with some of the world’s largest gaming organisations that run physical casinos and online platforms. InFocus will design and develop a full-featured cross-border cryptocurrency payment system with AI-powered liquidity pools, real-time analytics, and exchange rate wizardry, which is set for delivery in the next two years. InFocus’ chief executive officer Ken Tovich believes the deal proves the company has supercharged its tech-chops with a newly enlarged team following its Prodigy9 acquisition earlier this year. InFocus’ market cap is still well below the net worth of its deals with GBO and just yesterday secured a further $250,000 of funding to service its contracts. It could well be a high-growth tech provider on the up. Camera IconTG Metals’ latest Van Husen gold project near Marvel Loch, outside Southern Cross in Western Australia. Credit: BULLS N’ BEARS/File TG Metals Ltd (ASX: TG6) 71% up (from 10.5c to 18c) It wouldn’t feel right to have a Bulls N’ Bears Runners of the Week list without a regimented goldie given the price was at all-time highs again this week. TG Metals rode the yellow metal’s $4650 per ounce wave that made Cyclone Alfred’s swell look positively puny. The company’s share price flew up on Thursday after it announced the acquisition of an 80 per cent interest in the Van Uden gold project in WA. “The Goat” blasted to a peak of 18c per share from a close last week of 10.5c, which was a 71 per cent rise on $110,000 in shares traded for the day. The Van Uden treasure chest consists of four promising mining leases and an existing resource of 5.3 million tonnes grading 1.38 grams per tonne gold for 238,000 ounces of gold. The company says the project was previously explored by Convergent Minerals and the Wesfarmers-acquired Kidman Resources to define shallow gold mineralisation at its Gold City deposit. Very little progress was made on the project under Kidman’s ownership, as the company’s focus shifted to the massive Mt Holland lithium deposit, which inevitably made it a takeover target. TG6 managed to snap up the Van Uden project for just $2.5m cash and $1m in shares – plus a deferred $0.5m kicker. The existing mining leases’ existing stockpiles and shallow gold make for an attractive toll treating option to generate some serious cash in the current gold environment. Sitting pretty near Marvel Loch and TG6’s Lake Johnston lithium digs, the “near-term cash flow” gem still has plenty of exploration upside that could be soon self-funded, the company says. In a market this red-hot, gold’s glitter was TG6’s gain. Is your ASX-listed company doing something interesting? Contact: *****@*****.tld Source link #ASX #Runners #Week #Industrial #Litchfield #InFocus #Metals Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — 3 simple steps to fix it Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — 3 simple steps to fix it Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 big Social Security mistake — here’s what it is and 3 simple steps to fix it ASAP With over 30 years of fielding listener calls and cultivating a devoted audience, Dave Ramsey has become one of the rare experts truly in tune with the nation’s financial heartbeat. His company’s surveys and reports deliver unique insights into how Americans earn, save, and spend their money. The 2023 “Today’s Retirement Crisis” study based on a 2016 survey highlights a surprising statistic — 42% of Americans are not currently saving for the future. This is also reflected in the Fed’s 2022 Survey of Consumer Finances which shows that only 54.4% of families had retirement accounts. “… even among savers, few are setting aside enough to afford a truly secure retirement. In fact, only one in 10 Americans save 15% or more of their income — the amount industry experts recommend individuals set aside in order to build adequate savings — for retirement,” said the Ramsey Solutions study. This “alarming” information could indicate that many people are facing a dire retirement. “Instead of packing their bags for their dream vacations in their 60s and 70s, millions of Americans will be packing their lunch for another day at the office,” says the Ramsey team. We can assume at some point many plan to rely on Social Security benefits alone. Typically, these benefits replace just 40% of pre-retirement income. Still nearly 60% of retired Americans say Social Security is a “major source” of their retirement income, according to Gallup. The estimated average monthly Social Security retirement benefit for Jan. 2025 was $1,976, which translates to an annual income of $23,712, much less than what a comfortable retirement would usually require. The good news is that this fate is avoidable. Here are the three steps you can take to start stitching together a safety net for your senior years. The first step for anyone looking to retire with a comfortable fund is to set a benchmark for minimum monthly savings. A portion of every paycheck must be set aside to secure your future. As of January 2025, the U.S. personal savings rate was just 4.6%, according to the Federal Reserve. This is the ratio of personal saving to disposable personal income (DPI), and it is simply too low to fund a robust retirement. Ramsey recommends setting the benchmark significantly higher, at 15% of gross income. This is assuming you already have an emergency fund and you’re out of debt. To highlight the difference, a person earning $100,000 a year who manages to save 15% of their income and invests it in an asset that delivers 10% returns annually could accumulate roughly $1.5 million within 25 years. This means they can retire as a millionaire even if they start saving and investing in their early-50s. Story Continues Reducing your tax liability could be just as important as maxing out your savings rate. Every penny saved in taxes is another penny that can be used to invest and compound your wealth over time. For most people, the best way to mitigate taxes is to utilize the tax-advantaged accounts like 401(k) and Roth IRA available to them. Unfortunately, most Americans neglect these accounts. In 2023, the average defined contribution plan balance was just $134,128 while the median balance was just $35,286, according to Vanguard. Even those ages 65 and over had an average balance of just $272,588 and a median balance of $88,488. None of these balances are close enough to fund a proper retirement. By raising your contributions and maxing out these accounts diligently, you can get ahead of your peers relatively quickly. Saving 15% of your gross income and maximizing your tax-advantaged accounts are the bare minimum necessities for a comfortable retirement, according to Ramsey. However, if you’re looking to retire sooner, desire a better lifestyle in retirement or simply waited too long to get started you may need to go beyond this minimum threshold. Consider adding sources of passive income, such as rental property, to augment your annual earnings. Invest in taxable accounts to maximize your growth beyond the 401(k) and Roth IRA. Negotiate or look for a career change to boost your salary. Regardless of your current financial situation, there’s usually a few ways to make improvements and boost your chances of a successful retirement. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. Source link #Dave #Ramsey #warns #Americans #making #big #Social #Security #mistake #simple #steps #fix Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

SpaceX loses another Starship in latest launch – ABC News SpaceX loses another Starship in latest launch – ABC News SpaceX loses another Starship in latest launch ABC NewsSpaceX’s Starship spacecraft explodes midflight for a second time, disrupting Florida air traffic CNNSpaceX debris lights up sky after failed launch Sky NewsSpaceX Starship megarocket upper stage lost again during 8th test flight; booster catch is successful Fox BusinessFAA briefly halts flights to several Florida airports after SpaceX rocket testing failure CNBC Source link #SpaceX #loses #Starship #latest #launch #ABC #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Xiaomi 16 Pro to Feature 3D-Printed Metal Mid-Frame for Lower Weight, Better Thermal Performance, Analyst Says Xiaomi 16 Pro to Feature 3D-Printed Metal Mid-Frame for Lower Weight, Better Thermal Performance, Analyst Says The Xiaomi 15 series of smartphones was launched earlier this week in global markets, and the ******** company’s flagship smartphone lineup is scheduled to launch in India on March 11. While the successors to these handsets are not expected to arrive for several months, TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has shared some details related to the purported Xiaomi 16 Pro. The handset could be equipped with a new component, that could result in a reduction in weight and an improvement in thermal performance. Why Phone Manufacturers Are Expected to Adopt 3D Printing According to details shared by the analyst in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Xiaomi will introduce its next generation of high-end smartphones towards the end of 2025. Kuo’s latest survey reveals that the Xiaomi 16 Pro, which is expected to arrive as the successor to the latest Xiaomi 15 Pro model, will be equipped with a metal mid-frame that is created using 3D printing technology. Xiaomi has tapped ******** supplier Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) to produce the metal-mid frame for the rumoured Xiaomi 16 Pro, according to the analyst. However, unlike the one used on the current generation Xiaomi 15 Pro, the mid-frame will be reportedly be 3D printed using BLT’s technology. Despite challenges like production efficiency, there are clear advantages to using a 3D printed mid-frame for a smartphone, according to Kuo. The technology lets smartphone makers utilise hollow designs that do not reduce the durability of the frame. In addition, these 3D printed mid-frames help to improve thermal performance. Kuo also points out that more smartphone makers could adopt 3D printing once production efficiency improves. He expects this shift to take place even though existing production technologies might still offer better efficiency, as the benefits of 3D printing will eventually outweigh the costs. The successor to the Xiaomi 15 Pro is expected to be unveiled in China in Q4 2025, if the company’s previous release schedule is any indication. The current generation model is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a 2K 120Hz OLED display, three 50-megapixel rear cameras, and a 6,100mAh battery which can be charged using a 90W power adapter. For details of the latest launches and news from Samsung, Xiaomi, Realme, OnePlus, Oppo and other companies at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, visit our MWC 2025 hub. Source link #Xiaomi #Pro #Feature #3DPrinted #Metal #MidFrame #Weight #Thermal #Performance #Analyst Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Super Rugby Pacific: Western Force coach Simon Cron reveals fresh tweak in travel schedule this season Super Rugby Pacific: Western Force coach Simon Cron reveals fresh tweak in travel schedule this season A changed interstate travel schedule has Western Force coach Simon Cron hopeful of back-to-back away victories for the first time in his tenure against the Waratahs on Saturday. Source link #Super #Rugby #Pacific #Western #Force #coach #Simon #Cron #reveals #fresh #tweak #travel #schedule #season Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Xiaomi 16 Pro to Feature 3D-Printed Metal Mid-Frame for Lower Weight, Better Thermal Performance, Analyst Says Xiaomi 16 Pro to Feature 3D-Printed Metal Mid-Frame for Lower Weight, Better Thermal Performance, Analyst Says The Xiaomi 15 series of smartphones was launched earlier this week in global markets, and the ******** company’s flagship smartphone lineup is scheduled to launch in India on March 11. While the successors to these handsets are not expected to arrive for several months, TF Securities International analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has shared some details related to the purported Xiaomi 16 Pro. The handset could be equipped with a new component, that could result in a reduction in weight and an improvement in thermal performance. Why Phone Manufacturers Are Expected to Adopt 3D Printing According to details shared by the analyst in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Xiaomi will introduce its next generation of high-end smartphones towards the end of 2025. Kuo’s latest survey reveals that the Xiaomi 16 Pro, which is expected to arrive as the successor to the latest Xiaomi 15 Pro model, will be equipped with a metal mid-frame that is created using 3D printing technology. Xiaomi has tapped ******** supplier Bright Laser Technologies (BLT) to produce the metal-mid frame for the rumoured Xiaomi 16 Pro, according to the analyst. However, unlike the one used on the current generation Xiaomi 15 Pro, the mid-frame will be reportedly be 3D printed using BLT’s technology. Despite challenges like production efficiency, there are clear advantages to using a 3D printed mid-frame for a smartphone, according to Kuo. The technology lets smartphone makers utilise hollow designs that do not reduce the durability of the frame. In addition, these 3D printed mid-frames help to improve thermal performance. Kuo also points out that more smartphone makers could adopt 3D printing once production efficiency improves. He expects this shift to take place even though existing production technologies might still offer better efficiency, as the benefits of 3D printing will eventually outweigh the costs. The successor to the Xiaomi 15 Pro is expected to be unveiled in China in Q4 2025, if the company’s previous release schedule is any indication. The current generation model is equipped with a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a 2K 120Hz OLED display, three 50-megapixel rear cameras, and a 6,100mAh battery which can be charged using a 90W power adapter. For details of the latest launches and news from Samsung, Xiaomi, Realme, OnePlus, Oppo and other companies at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, visit our MWC 2025 hub. Source link #Xiaomi #Pro #Feature #3DPrinted #Metal #MidFrame #Weight #Thermal #Performance #Analyst Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Teacher found dead at Munford High School Teacher found dead at Munford High School MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A Teacher was found dead at Munford High School Thursday morning, leading to the school’s closure for the day, according to Tipton County Schools. The Munford Police Department later identified the teacher as Samuel Colin Day, the special education director. He was found dead in one of the classrooms from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Colin Day (Photo from Munford High School) “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, students, and faculty affected by this heartbreaking event. We ask that the community respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time,” said the police department. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Rebekah Byrd said in a statement that the staff member was found dead during the early morning hours before students were present. The situation was referred to as an “isolated incident.” See more breaking news, local news and weather from WREG.com for Memphis and the Mid-South. Sign up for WREG newsletters and have the latest top stories sent right to your inbox. Police say the situation has since been contained, and all students and staff are safe. “This is crazy we don’t have anything; we don’t have stuff like this happen ever. This is a good school. Nothing ever happens here. I’m shocked,” said a high school senior. Munford High School will remain closed for the day while Munford Police continue their investigation. “We want to assure parents, students, and the community that there is no ongoing threat. Additional details will be provided as they become available,” said the police department. “We appreciate the cooperation of the school staff and first responders in ensuring the safety of our students. Parents and guardians will receive further updates from the school district regarding any next steps.” Community members were in shock Thursday morning when they were alerted about the incident. Tipton County Schools released a statement on Facebook: “As we mourn the tragic loss of a highly respected and valued member of our school family today, we offer prayers and condolences to Mr. Day’s loved ones, his friends, and the entire staff and student body of Munford High School. An announcement concerning the status of school at Munford High tomorrow is forthcoming.” Former patient of indicted East Memphis doctor believes procedure led to miscarriages “I heard this morning, you know how rumors get out, but I heard a teacher… maybe committed suicide,” said community member Herb Raley. “This is a tight-knit community here, and it will definitely impact the community and the students if that is so. It will be traumatizing to the students and all the people around here. It’s troubling. I am just praying that is not the case.” The Memphis Crisis Center is a free, safe, and confidential lifeline for thousands of people in the Mid-South. They offer 24-hour, non-biased support and prevention services over the phone for those who need it. Call the crisis center’s suicide prevention lifeline at 901-274-7477 if you or a loved one need help. You can also reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WREG.com. Source link #Teacher #dead #Munford #High #School Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft explodes midflight for a second time, disrupting Florida air traffic – CNN SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft explodes midflight for a second time, disrupting Florida air traffic – CNN SpaceX’s Starship spacecraft explodes midflight for a second time, disrupting Florida air traffic CNNSpaceX debris lights up sky after failed launch Sky NewsSpaceX Starship megarocket upper stage lost again during 8th test flight; booster catch is successful Fox BusinessAnother SpaceX test flight ends in flames, with debris grounding planes The Washington Post Source link #SpaceXs #Starship #spacecraft #explodes #midflight #time #disrupting #Florida #air #traffic #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

British GP Louise Newson on global mission to end menopause suffering British GP Louise Newson on global mission to end menopause suffering British GP Louise Newson, who is in Perth this week, is credited for starting a menopause revolution in the *** that is now spreading across the world. Source link #British #Louise #Newson #global #mission #menopause #suffering Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Fox News’ Doocy questions White House on apparent double standard for Musk and Zelenskyy. Fox News’ Doocy questions White House on apparent double standard for Musk and Zelenskyy. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what’s in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key Takeaways Fox News’ Peter Doocy on Wednesday questioned White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on an apparent double standard for the Oval Office dress code, citing the examples of how Elon Musk and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy were received. “We know that some officials here were miffed that Zelenskyy showed up last week without a suit for his meeting in the Oval Office,” Doocy started. “But Elon Musk never wears a suit in there.” Doocy was referring to the question from a conservative reporter Brian Glenn during Zelenskyy’s contentious meeting with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office last week, asking why Zelenskyy doesn’t wear a suit, and subsequent criticism from voices on the right. “He did last night,” Leavitt countered, mentioning Musk wearing a suit to Trump’s joint address to Congress the previous night. “So, what is the dress code?” Doocy continued to ask. “Well, Elon Musk wore a suit last night,” Leavitt said.”I’m sure you saw it.” “Was he spooked by Zelenskyy getting kicked out?” Doocy asked. “No, I don’t think so,” Leavitt responded. “I’m just pointing out that he did wear a suit last night. And I think the president liked that very much. And he looked great.” Source link #Fox #News #Doocy #questions #White #House #apparent #double #standard #Musk #Zelenskyy Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball's 91-84 win at Iowa, capturing an outright Big Ten championship – Lansing State Journal Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball's 91-84 win at Iowa, capturing an outright Big Ten championship – Lansing State Journal Couch: 3 quick takes on Michigan State basketball’s 91-84 win at Iowa, capturing an outright Big Ten championship Lansing State JournalMichigan State basketball unleashes monster comeback to lock up outright Big Ten title Detroit Free PressMichigan State Spartans Insider Podcast: Recapping Spartans’ Win Over Iowa Sports IllustratedNo. 8 Michigan State Plays Final Big Ten Road Game on Thursday Night at Iowa Michigan State AthleticsMSU VS Iowa Instant Recap The Only Colors Source link #Couch #quick #takes #Michigan #State #basketball039s #win #Iowa #capturing #outright #Big #Ten #championship #Lansing #State #Journal Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pastoralists and Graziers Association ‘back in business’ after creditors approve rescue Pastoralists and Graziers Association ‘back in business’ after creditors approve rescue PGA president Tony Seabrook confirmed that a meeting of creditors on Friday had backed a deed of company arrangement endorsed by administrators from RSM. Source link #Pastoralists #Graziers #Association #business #creditors #approve #rescue Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

ICE raids St. Louis Park business, arrests 8, immigration advocates say ICE raids St. Louis Park business, arrests 8, immigration advocates say The Brief ICE raided Hardcoat Inc. in St. Louis Park on Feb. 26, immigration advocates said. Agents arrested eight employees but released one, they said. The company audited employees to verify their eligibility to work in the United States weeks before the raid, advocates said. ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) – ICE agents raided an aluminum finishing company in St. Louis Park on Feb. 26, arresting eight employees, immigration advocates said. ICE reportedly arrested 8 at St. Louis Park business The backstory ICE agents stormed into an aluminum finishing company in St. Louis Park on Feb. 26, arresting eight employees, immigration advocates said. The agents eventually released one of them, though it’s unclear why, they said. What they’re saying “ICE went not all at once in grabbing everybody there but went one at a time and grabbed one person at a time,” said Ryan Perez, who organized a protest Wednesday where he read a prepared statement from an eyewitness to the raid. “She reported that eight people were actually arrested even though seven people were detained.” Raid came weeks after company audited employees, immigration advocates say What happened before the raid Less than three weeks before the raid, Hardcoat Inc. audited employees’ eligibility to work in the United States, according to a letter obtained by COPAL MN, an immigration advocacy group. The letter, which was reviewed by FOX 9, said that “in an effort to stay in compliance with the U.S. citizenship and immigration requirements, Hardcoat Inc. will be conducting an I-9 audit.” An I-9 form verifies an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States. The letter also said that “every employee will be asked to produce the appropriate documents in the next few days.” It is unclear whether the raid is connected to what the letter described as an “internal audit.” Hardcoat Inc. did not respond to a request for comment. Source link #ICE #raids #Louis #Park #business #arrests #immigration #advocates Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dodgers, manager Dave Roberts progressing in talks on a record extension: Source – The Athletic Dodgers, manager Dave Roberts progressing in talks on a record extension: Source – The Athletic Dodgers, manager Dave Roberts progressing in talks on a record extension: Source The AthleticExclusive | Dodgers nearing historic Dave Roberts extension shows managers still matter — even on superteams New York Post Dave Roberts Nearing Record-Setting Contract MLB Trade RumorsSources: Roberts, Dodgers nearing long-term deal ESPNDave Roberts, Dodgers progressing toward record-setting contract, per reports True Blue LA Source link #Dodgers #manager #Dave #Roberts #progressing #talks #record #extension #Source #Athletic Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Long road back for state Libs as voters cast judgment Long road back for state Libs as voters cast judgment Western Australians are about to return to the polls, with Labor seeking to maintain its massive majority and win another term in government. Source link #Long #road #state #Libs #voters #cast #judgment Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Southbound I-75 reopens after 2 semi-trucks ****** Southbound I-75 reopens after 2 semi-trucks ****** NORTH PORT, Fla. (WFLA) — The southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in Sarasota County reopened overnight after officials said two tractor-trailers collided Wednesday afternoon, the Florida Highway Patrol said. According to North Port Fire Rescue, two semis crashed at mile marker 174 southbound near the Kings Highway interchange. NPFR crews cleared the accident, but lanes on the interstate remain closed due to damage to the road. Motorcyclist killed after colliding with 2 vehicles on I-75 The Florida Highway Patrol said a crane semi was in the outside lane approaching the overpass for Berkshire Street and slammed into a tractor-trailer that was hauling a flatbed trailer with its hazard lights on. Both semis were on an uphill grade and had a clear line of sight while approaching the overpass. However, the tractor-trailer hauling the flatbed collided with the crane semi, which was traveling at a reduced speed. The ****** caused the crane semi to rotate and flip on its side, blocking all of the southbound lanes. Florida Highway Patrol Florida Highway Patrol Florida Highway Patrol Florida Highway Patrol North Port Fire Rescue After the collision between the semis, another vehicle collided with the ****** debris, FHP said. There are no life-threatening injuries at this time. In a 9 p.m. update, the Florida Department of Transportation said one lane of traffic was reopened as crews continued to work overnight. Officials said there were also roughly 60 gallons of mixed petroleum products, including hydraulic oil, diesel and gasoline spilled onto the roadway. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to WFLA. Source link #Southbound #I75 #reopens #semitrucks #****** Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STRATEGIC BITCOIN RESERVE AND UNITED STATES DIGITAL ASSET STOCKPILE – The White House ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STRATEGIC BITCOIN RESERVE AND UNITED STATES DIGITAL ASSET STOCKPILE – The White House ESTABLISHMENT OF THE STRATEGIC BITCOIN RESERVE AND UNITED STATES DIGITAL ASSET STOCKPILE The White HouseTrump creates a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve one day ahead of White House crypto summit CNNTrump Signs Order to Create a ‘Crypto Reserve,’ Adviser Says The New York TimesCryptocurrencies decline as Trump’s U.S. bitcoin reserve plan falls short of expectations CNBCTrump signs order to create strategic bitcoin reserve — and bitcoin plunges Axios Source link #ESTABLISHMENT #STRATEGIC #BITCOIN #RESERVE #UNITED #STATES #DIGITAL #ASSET #STOCKPILE #White #House Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Connors Sports Management has been fined for breaching conduct relating a Coates Talent League player Connors Sports Management has been fined for breaching conduct relating a Coates Talent League player The AFL Players’ Association has sanctioned Connors Sports Management for breaching regulations related to a Coates Talent League player. The AFLPA investigated the matter, occured in October 2024, and found Connors Sports Management guilty of contacting the Coates Talent League player prior to the age of eligibility. Connors Sports Management, which is led by high-profile agent Paul Connors, accepted the fine of $7500 handed down by Agent Accreditation Board. The AAB hit Connors Sports Management with a fine for the same breach in 2023 which contributed to the size of Friday’s fine. “The AAB had previously issued CSM with a $2,500 wholly suspended sanction in 2023 relating to a breach of the same section of the Regulations and similar conduct,” an AFLPA statement read. Camera IconConnors Sports Management, led by Paul Connors (pictured), has been fined by the AFLPA. Michael Klein. Credit: News Corp Australia “The sanction at that time was suspended for 24 months, and CSM was notified that any further breach of the same or similar Regulations with the same or similar conduct within that 24-month *******, by any CSM agent, would result in the sanction being issued. “Therefore, the AAB has also determined that the suspended sanction for the 2023 breach ($2,500) is no longer suspended and will instead be formally issued as a payable sanction. “On this basis, the total financial value of the sanction currently payable is $7,500. CSM will be donating this sanction to a charity of their choosing.” Source link #Connors #Sports #Management #fined #breaching #conduct #relating #Coates #Talent #League #player Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Red Pepper and Feta Pie with Buttery Phyllo Red Pepper and Feta Pie with Buttery Phyllo Instructions Prepare the dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the flour, oil, vinegar and salt. Mix well. Gradually add the water while kneading by hand or with a dough hook, until the dough becomes smooth, slightly elastic, and medium-firm. If needed, adjust with a bit more flour or water. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes while you prepare the filling. Make the filling: In a pot, boil the chopped peppers in about 1 liter of water over medium-low heat for 15 minutes, until soft. Drain and discard the water. In the same pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the peppers over medium heat until they begin to brown slightly. Remove from heat, add the feta, eggs, salt, and pepper, and mix well. Let the filling cool completely. Assemble the pie: Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll them into small ******. On a lightly floured surface, roll out 4 dough ****** into round sheets, each about 15-20 cm in diameter. Brush each sheet with melted butter and stack them. Roll the stacked layers out again into a single large sheet, slightly larger than your baking pan. Butter a 28 cm round baking pan and place the first phyllo layer inside, covering the bottom and sides, with some overhang. Spread half of the filling evenly over it. Repeat the layering process with another 4 dough ****** to create a second phyllo sheet, this time matching the size of the pan. Lay it over the filling and spread the remaining filling on top. Roll out the final 4 dough ****** to form the top layer and place it over the filling. Fold the overhanging bottom phyllo inward to create a thin decorative border around the pie. Brush the surface with melted butter and score into portions. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake for about 1 hour, until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving warm. This article was previously published in Greek at gastronomos.gr. For the dough: 500 gr yellow wheat flour (for pies and bread) 150 ml high-quality sunflower oil (or light olive oil) 1 tbsp vinegar pinch of salt 300 ml lukewarm water 200 g melted cow’s butter, for brushing For the Filling: 1 kg Florina red peppers, finely chopped 60 ml olive oil 200 gr feta cheese, crumbled 2 eggs, lightly beaten Salt and freshly ground ****** pepper Source link #Red #Pepper #Feta #Pie #Buttery #Phyllo Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

WA officials monitoring volcanic activity, update eruption response plan WA officials monitoring volcanic activity, update eruption response plan The Brief A recent cluster of earthquakes in Washington has local, tribal, state, and federal agencies working to establish a new coordination plan for Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens. Seismometers are being closely tracked, as the state is home to volcanoes with the second and third-highest eruption risks in the U.S. SEATTLE, Wash. – As Washington nears the 45th anniversary of the Mount St. Helens eruption, officials are keeping a close eye on Mount Adams after a series of earthquakes were recorded between September 2024 and January 2025. Although seismic activity has since ceased, the unusual cluster of 12 earthquakes prompted discussions among local, tribal, state, and federal agencies. Their goal is to establish a new coordination plan for Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens, the first update since 2014; which officials are currently updating to ensure accurate contact information and agency responsibilities. What they’re saying Brian Terbush, earthquake and volcano program manager at the Washington State Emergency Management Division, emphasized the importance of monitoring changes. “Monitoring a volcano is like going for your annual checkup to the doctor,” Terbush said. “The better monitored a volcano is, the better you can track changes over time to see if it’s doing something unusual. The more monitoring we have, the better we can track any unusual activity.” According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Mount Adams typically experiences one earthquake every two to three years. However, in September alone, an unusual increase in earthquakes were recorded— six more followed through January, prompting the USGS to install temporary seismometers. “We had six earthquakes in the month of September, which was different than what we generally see,” said Alex Iezzi, a research geophysicist with the USGS. Once the temporary seismometers were placed, activity stopped, but scientists remain cautious. Officials plan to install five permanent monitoring stations this summer to ensure continuous observation. Big picture view Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens are among the five active volcanoes in Washington, with St. Helens and Mount Rainier ranking as the second and third highest eruption risks in the U.S. “The USGS findings don’t mean the volcano is going to erupt or that it’s in a state of unrest,” Terbush said. “It means something is different, and we are going to watch more closely.” The newly proposed coordination plan will involve agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, the Cascades Volcano Observatory, NOAA, and the National Weather Service. These groups play a critical role in hazard monitoring, alert systems, and assessing air quality in case of an eruption. However, federal layoffs could impact these efforts. “All of these layoffs could have impacts,” Terbush said. “But it’s really important to learn your hazards and how they might impact your life if they erupt someday—because they will.” Once the updated plan is finalized, officials will conduct exercises to test its effectiveness, with a goal of completing the process within the next year. What’s next While the updated plan focuses on Mount Adams and Mount St. Helens, Pierce County is handling its own hazard response for Mount Rainier. Officials there conducted the largest lahar evacuation drill last year. The permanent monitoring stations for Mount Adams are expected to be installed this summer. Washingtonians can learn more about our volcanoes and how to begin preparing for them, and be linked to many partner agency sites from the Washington Emergency Management Division website. You can also sign up for the USGS Volcano Notification Service. The Source Information in this story is from the Washington State Emergency Management Division, U.S. Geological Survey and FOX 13 Seattle reporting. MORE HEADLINES FROM FOX 13 SEATTLE Gov. Ferguson details $4 billion in spending cuts to address WA deficit Parents petition to remove WA substitute principal after past admissions of drug use ‘Oops I did a crime’: WA high school teacher charged with child porn First WA measles case of 2025 confirmed in King County infant 4.5 magnitude earthquake hits near Friday Harbor To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national coverage, plus 24/7 streaming coverage from across the nation. Source link #officials #monitoring #volcanic #activity #update #eruption #response #plan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US judge orders Trump admin to pay portion of $2B in foreign aid by Monday – Fox News US judge orders Trump admin to pay portion of $2B in foreign aid by Monday – Fox News US judge orders Trump admin to pay portion of $2B in foreign aid by Monday Fox NewsWhat Alito’s Dissent Fails to Understand The AtlanticJustice Barrett May Have the Crucial Vote in Trump Cases The New York TimesJudge orders Trump administration to speed payment of USAID and State Dept. debts The Associated Press Source link #judge #orders #Trump #admin #pay #portion #foreign #aid #Monday #Fox #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Women, men must work together to achieve gender parity Women, men must work together to achieve gender parity To mark International Women’s Day, Governor-General Sam Mostyn has called on women and men to work together to achieve equality and end gender-based violence. Source link #Women #men #work #achieve #gender #parity Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mortgage and refinance rates today, March 6, 2025: Rates drop significantly Mortgage and refinance rates today, March 6, 2025: Rates drop significantly Fixed mortgage rates have decreased again this week. According to Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed interest rate is down for the seventh week in a row — it has declined by 13 basis points this week to 6.63%. The 15-year fixed rate has dropped by 15 basis points to 5.79%. Interest rates have been inching down, but these are more significant drops than usual. It may be a good time to kick off the home-buying process and shop for mortgage lenders. Dig deeper: Is 2025 a good time to buy a house? Here are the current mortgage rates, according to the latest Zillow data: 30-year fixed: 6.28% 20-year fixed: 5.93% 15-year fixed: 5.57% 5/1 ARM: 6.05% 7/1 ARM: 6.12% 30-year VA: 5.25% 15-year VA: 5.82% 5/1 VA: 6.28% Remember, these are the national averages and rounded to the nearest hundredth. Learn more: 5 strategies to get the lowest mortgage rates Have questions about buying, owning, or selling a house? Submit your question to Yahoo’s panel of Realtors using this Google form. Here are today’s mortgage refinance interest rates, according to the latest Zillow data: 30-year fixed: 6.34% 20-year fixed: 6.02% 15-year fixed: 5.64% 5/1 ARM: 6.27% 7/1 ARM: 6.33% 30-year VA: 5.78% 15-year VA: 5.57% 5/1 VA: 5.94% 30-year FHA: 5.79% 15-year FHA: 5.30% As with the purchase mortgage rates, these are national averages we’ve rounded to the nearest hundredth. Refinance rates can be higher than purchase mortgage rates, but that isn’t always the case. Yahoo Finance has a free mortgage payment calculator to help you see how various mortgage rates will impact your monthly payments. Our calculator goes even deeper by including factors like homeowners insurance and property taxes in your calculation. You can even add private mortgage insurance costs and HOA dues if they apply to you. These monthly expenses, along with your mortgage principal and interest rate, will give you a realistic idea of what your monthly payment could be. A mortgage interest rate is a fee for borrowing money from your lender, expressed as a percentage. There are two basic types of mortgage rates: fixed and adjustable rates. A fixed-rate mortgage locks in your rate for the entire life of your loan. For example, if you get a 30-year mortgage with a 6% interest rate, your rate will stay at 6% for the entire 30 years. (Unless you refinance or sell the home.) An adjustable-rate mortgage keeps your rate the same for the first few years, then changes it periodically. Let’s say you get a 5/1 ARM with an introductory rate of 6%. Your rate would be 6% for the first five years and then the rate would increase or decrease once per year for the last 25 years of your term. Whether your rate goes up or down depends on several factors, such as the economy and U.S. housing market. At the beginning of your mortgage term, most of your monthly payment goes toward interest. As time passes, less of your payment goes toward interest, and more goes toward the mortgage principal or the amount you originally borrowed. Dig deeper: Adjustable-rate vs. fixed-rate mortgage — Which should you choose? Two categories determine mortgage rates: ones you can control and ones you cannot control. What factors can you control? First, you can compare the best mortgage lenders to find the one that gives you the lowest rate and fees. Second, lenders typically extend lower rates to people with higher credit scores, lower debt-to-income (DTI) ratios, and considerable down payments. If you can save more or pay down debt before securing a mortgage, a lender will probably give you a better interest rate. What factors can you not control? In short, the economy. The list of ways the economy impacts mortgage rates is long, but here are the basic details. If the economy — think employment rates, for example — is struggling, mortgage rates go down to encourage borrowing, which helps boost the economy. If the economy is strong, mortgage rates go up to temper spending. With all other things being equal, mortgage refinance rates are usually a little higher than purchase rates. So don’t be surprised if your refinance rate is higher than you may have expected. Two of the most common mortgage terms are 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages. Both lock in your rate for the entire loan term. A 30-year mortgage is popular because it has relatively low monthly payments. But it comes with a higher interest rate than shorter terms, and because you’re accumulating interest for three decades, you’ll pay a lot of interest in the long run. A 15-year mortgage can be great because it has a lower rate than you’ll get with longer terms, so you’ll pay less in interest over the years. You’ll also pay off your mortgage much faster. But your monthly payments will be higher because you’re paying off the same loan amount in half the time. Basically, 30-year mortgages are more affordable from month to month, while 15-year mortgages are cheaper in the long run. According to 2023 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) data, some of the banks with the lowest median mortgage rates are Citibank, Wells Fargo, and USAA. However, it’s a good idea to shop around for the best rate with not just banks, but also credit unions and companies specializing in mortgage lending. Yes, 2.75% is a fantastic mortgage rate. You’re unlikely to get a 2.75% rate in today’s market unless you take on an assumable mortgage from a seller who locked in this rate in 2020 or 2021, when rates were at all-time lows. According to Freddie Mac, the lowest-ever 30-year fixed mortgage rate was 2.65%. This was the national average in January 2021. It is extremely unlikely that rates will dip this low again anytime soon. Some experts say it’s worth refinancing when you can lock in a rate that’s 2% less than your current mortgage rate. Others say 1% is the magic number. It all depends on what your financial goals are when refinancing and when your break-even point would be after paying refinance closing costs. Source link #Mortgage #refinance #rates #today #March #Rates #drop #significantly Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump administration weighs closure of nearly a dozen diplomatic missions abroad – Reuters Trump administration weighs closure of nearly a dozen diplomatic missions abroad – Reuters Trump administration weighs closure of nearly a dozen diplomatic missions abroad ReutersState Dept. Plans to Close Diplomatic Missions and Fire Employees Overseas The New York TimesUkraine’s Zelenskiy says he is going to Saudi Arabia on Monday, will meet Saudi crown prince Global Banking And Finance Review Source link #Trump #administration #weighs #closure #dozen #diplomatic #missions #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]