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Historic Planetary Alignment: Photographer Captures All Eight Planets in Rare Panorama – Fstoppers Historic Planetary Alignment: Photographer Captures All Eight Planets in Rare Panorama – Fstoppers Historic Planetary Alignment: Photographer Captures All Eight Planets in Rare Panorama FstoppersWatch ‘rare’ planetary parade online for free today as 7 planets align across the sky (video) Space.comA Parade of Planets Is Marching Through the Night Sky The New York TimesRare 7-planet parade happens Friday. Here’s how you can see it Fox Weather Source link #Historic #Planetary #Alignment #Photographer #Captures #Planets #Rare #Panorama #Fstoppers Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Europe’s Nightmare Is Here: They Have to Fight Putin Without the US – Bloomberg Europe’s Nightmare Is Here: They Have to Fight Putin Without the US – Bloomberg Europe’s Nightmare Is Here: They Have to Fight Putin Without the US BloombergEurope Is Left with Hard Choices as Trump Sours on Ukraine The New York TimesEurope swiftly responds to shifts in US foreign policy DW (English)Western leaders must seize the moment to make Europe safe The EconomistThe Five Eyes Have Noticed The Atlantic Source link #Europes #Nightmare #Fight #Putin #Bloomberg Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Rival AFL clubs monitoring trade situation of contracted Fremantle star Luke Jackson Rival AFL clubs monitoring trade situation of contracted Fremantle star Luke Jackson EXCLUSIVE Victorian clubs headlined by Melbourne are exploring the possibility of pursuing a trade for Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson – three years after he returned home to WA. The 23-year-old is contracted with Fremantle until 2029 after signing an initial seven-year deal and has consistently told the Dockers he loves the club and living in the west. But 7NEWS understands clubs are monitoring Jackson’s situation and believe the door is ajar for him to consider a move back to Victoria after a change in his personal life. Jackson’s new partner, former *********** netballer Kelsey Browne, hails from Victoria. While she has signed on as an ambassador for Perth-based Super Netball side West Coast Fever for 2025, she also has expanding work opportunities on the east coast. Jackson recently spent the Christmas ******* with Browne and her family on the Victorian surf coast. Should Jackson’s situation shift to the point of entertaining a trade, Melbourne would loom as the most likely destination. Camera IconJackson and Christian Petracca share a laugh ahead of Sunday’s pre-season clash. Credit: X The 199cm ruckman has maintained a close relationship with his premiership coach Simon Goodwin after joining the Dockers ahead of the 2023 season. Fremantle is also heavily pursuing a trade for contracted Melbourne small forward Kozzy Pickett and any move for Jackson could form part of a transaction. Jackson cost the Dockers two first-round picks and a second-round pick in the 2022 trade *******. The Dockers are also keen to lure out-of-contract Sydney star Chad Warner home to WA, but with their current draft hand, they aren’t in a position to afford both Warner and Pickett. Jackson also sees himself as a No.1 ruckman and will share ruck duties with Sean Darcy at the Dockers this season. Darcy is contracted at Fremantle until 2030. Playing in tandem with champion ruckman Max Gawn, Jackson played a pivotal role in swinging the 2021 grand final in the Demons’ favour. Gawn will turn 34 in December and Melbourne will soon be on the lookout for a successor for the seven-time All-*********** – a bill Jackson would clearly fit. Source link #Rival #AFL #clubs #monitoring #trade #situation #contracted #Fremantle #star #Luke #Jackson Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Making English the official US language can’t erase the fact that the US has millions of Spanish speakers and a long multilingual history – The Conversation Indonesia Making English the official US language can’t erase the fact that the US has millions of Spanish speakers and a long multilingual history – The Conversation Indonesia Making English the official US language can’t erase the fact that the US has millions of Spanish speakers and a long multilingual history The Conversation IndonesiaTrump Signs Order to Designate English as Official Language of the U.S. The New York TimesSouth Floridians react to Trump’s executive order on English as official language of US WPLG Local 10President Trump’s expected signing of executive order to make English official language could affect Arizona KGUN 9 Tucson News Source link #Making #English #official #language #erase #fact #millions #Spanish #speakers #long #multilingual #history #Conversation #Indonesia Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Premier Roger Cook slams singer Peter Garrett for sowing ‘seeds of hatred’ with Gina Rinehart rant Premier Roger Cook slams singer Peter Garrett for sowing ‘seeds of hatred’ with Gina Rinehart rant Roger Cook has lashed rock musician Peter Garrett for sowing ‘seeds of hatred’ with a ‘completely inappropriate’ taunt aimed at WA mining magnate Gina Rinehart during his Perth concert. Source link #Premier #Roger #Cook #slams #singer #Peter #Garrett #sowing #seeds #hatred #Gina #Rinehart #rant Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

In photos: Ramadan kicks off in Gaza amid ceasefire deal – Axios In photos: Ramadan kicks off in Gaza amid ceasefire deal – Axios In photos: Ramadan kicks off in Gaza amid ceasefire deal AxiosRamadan in Gaza: Ruins and unshakable faith Al Jazeera EnglishGazans Mark a Somber Ramadan Amid the Rubble The New York TimesAs Ramadan in Gaza Begins, Our Decorations Have Been Replaced by Graves Truthout Source link #photos #Ramadan #kicks #Gaza #ceasefire #deal #Axios Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Uncrewed Blue Ghost spacecraft touches down on the moon Uncrewed Blue Ghost spacecraft touches down on the moon A private lunar lander has touched down on the moon, delivering a drill and other experiments for NASA. Source link #Uncrewed #Blue #Ghost #spacecraft #touches #moon Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump Decrees English As First-Ever Official Language In U.S. – Deadline Trump Decrees English As First-Ever Official Language In U.S. – Deadline Trump Decrees English As First-Ever Official Language In U.S. DeadlineTrump Signs Order to Designate English as Official Language of the U.S. The New York TimesSouth Floridians react to Trump’s executive order on English as official language of US WPLG Local 10President Trump’s expected signing of executive order to make English official language could affect Arizona KGUN 9 Tucson News Source link #Trump #Decrees #English #FirstEver #Official #Language #U.S #Deadline Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

A dapper hotel that draws on Bath’s beguiling backstory A dapper hotel that draws on Bath’s beguiling backstory Steve McKenna checks into a dapper hotel that draws on Bath’s beguiling backstory Source link #dapper #hotel #draws #Baths #beguiling #backstory Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Zelensky to meet King Charles and European leaders in *** after nightmare Trump meeting – CNN Zelensky to meet King Charles and European leaders in *** after nightmare Trump meeting – CNN Zelensky to meet King Charles and European leaders in *** after nightmare Trump meeting CNNKeir Starmer to host special defence summit on Ukraine with European, ********* and Turkish leaders – live The GuardianZelenskyy set for European summit in London after Trump showdown ABC NewsZelenskyy meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London following Trump Oval Office clash Fox NewsRussia-Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy to attend London summit after Trump spat Al Jazeera English Source link #Zelensky #meet #King #Charles #European #leaders #nightmare #Trump #meeting #CNN Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

When an escaped eagle entranced London When an escaped eagle entranced London Getty Images “Is it a bird? Is it a plane?!” “It’s a bird, Rita. You know that perfectly well” Twelve days in 1965 saw the general public gripped by the exploits of a fugitive bird, a golden eagle that had escaped from London Zoo in Regent’s Park. The bird, in an inevitable shorthand created by the press, was given the sobriquet “Goldie”, as he became headline news. He had managed to swoop from his cage when the keeper who cleaned out the enclosure was a little lax in ensuring he’d closed the door properly. Goldie spent his freedom soaring above the park, with brief forays into other parts of the capital. Drivers caused traffic jams as they slowly circled the park, gazing at the sky; reporters attempted to capture the bird with a variety of novel methods, the Royal Navy was consulted, firefighters and the Civil Defence Service were roped in to help. Goldie was impervious to the call of the Ethiopian bird pipe The early days of 1965 were bitterly cold, with a low of -7.4C recorded in London at the beginning of March. There was heavy snowfall, occasional blizzards and a biting easterly wind. In terms of what was going on, Winston Churchill died, Harold Wilson survived a vote of no confidence as prime minister and the Beeching Report into the railways was published. The Kray twins were arrested and both the Righteous Brothers and Cilla ****** were in the top 10 with You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’. Malcolm X was assassinated and US President Lyndon B Johnson widened his country’s involvement in the Vietnam War. Getty Images Even a stern talking-to from a bowler-hatted gent failed to convince Goldie to leave his place in goal Crowds, many with a newfound (self-proclaimed) expertise in ornithology, braved the wintry weather to gather with picnics to observe, and, less wholesomely, to throw snowballs at the eagle. Thousands wrote letters to suggest ways of capturing Goldie, including “get a gun that shoots a net” and “use archers to fire drugged meat into the air”. One woman, it was reported, turned up with a giant telescope “handed down from Trafalgar by some nautical ancestor”. And a BBC news reporter grasped the rare opportunity to try to woo him from the skies by whistling a magic pipe. Getty Images Gamble responsibly, folks Experts were largely unbothered by Goldie’s continued refusal to return to the zoo, knowing he would come down “once he gets hungry”. A zoo-keeper explained: “The crowds are too big. He’s just under observation today. We are keeping vigil.” The hordes of people going to the park were more trouble. One park-keeper was heard to grumble it was “like a great big bank holiday scene”. Couples with “baskets of bottled beer and blankets”, children wildly misidentifying pigeons and press photographers resignedly legging it around the grass in an attempt to get their shot all added to the chaos. The Times described a “fashionable Sunday excursion” where the “crowd streamed from every gate of the park, and with upturned faces and loud voices had intimate discussions about Goldie’s mating habits, his digestion, and his ferocity”. Getty Images Goldie surveys the buffet The bird-keepers from the zoo said if they could stop Goldie eating for another two or three days they might have a reasonable chance of luring him down when the park was less congested. And this philosophy of letting Goldie stay where he was until he was hungry seemed to be a good one – until he started to show hitherto unsuspected initiative. The giant bird – he had a wing span of six feet – first set his sights on a Cairn terrier. The dog’s owner, it was reported, managed to scare Goldie away by vigorously waving copies of the Times and the Express at him – although why she had two daily papers with her was never addressed. The fierceness of the defence obviously stayed with Goldie – he later saw a poodle and hastily flew away. Not so lucky, though, were the Muscovy ducks that graced the pond of the US ambassador’s residence in Regent’s Park, Winfield House. Goldie’s duck meal, however, was disturbed by a helpful reporter, who thought he would throw his coat over the eagle in an attempt to delay him on the ground and facilitate his capture. Goldie just soared off into the snow-laden wind, leaving behind half a duck – and a jacket soiled with a bird’s displeasure. Getty Images Sherlock Holmes searches for his earflaps The coat-thrower was not the only news reporter hoping to become part of the story. For the BBC, John Timpson – best known for presenting the Today programme – turned up with an instrument he had, with astonishing foresight, picked up while covering the Queen’s recent trip to Ethiopia. He described his “Ethiopian bird pipe” as having two mouthpieces, one of which would produce a sound that would make a bird raise one leg, and the other mouthpiece the other leg. Blowing on both sides, he explained, should cause the golden eagle to fall from the skies in a sort of daze. So he gave it a go. A fairly reedy warble emerged, which Goldie ignored. The methods used by exasperated zoo-keepers included trying to dazzle the bird with a fire brigade searchlight before nabbing him when he was distracted. However, as reported by the Mirror: “The ploy failed when Goldie’s eagle-eye spotted the turn-table… He seems to be having the time of his life.” Efforts to capture him were further hindered by members of the public, “shouting and flapping their winter coats” to warn Goldie – whom they assumed wanted to stay on the loose – when they thought a tamer was getting too close. London Zoo After 12 days of freedom in the park, the deputy head keeper of birds of prey at the zoo, Joe McCorry, lured the eagle with a dead rabbit tied to a rope near one of Goldie’s favourite haunts, the wildfowl sanctuary. An hour and a half later, Goldie swooped down for his last picnic as a free bird. The keeper quietly walked up and caught him with his bare hands, secured his legs and took him back to the zoo. It was subsequently reported Goldie’s adventure – and associated publicity – led to a surge in visitor numbers. Getty Images “I was going to come down, but I’m not going anywhere near that man with the weird pipe” The Times estimated about 5,000 people flocked to Regent’s Park to have a look at Goldie. In Parliament, the Minister of Public Building and Works, Charles Pannell, said he was concerned “not with the damage done by Goldie, but the damage done in the park by the many onlookers”. Goldie was also brought up in the House of Commons – in relation to game licences, and also in a question about pesticides: “Does the Hon Gentleman realise that Goldie was safer in Regent’s Park than he was in the Highlands of Scotland, because there were no pesticides in Regent’s Park?” The mentions are fairly humdrum in themselves – but worth noting because every time Goldie was mentioned, MPs would cheer, whoop and whistle, in that special way that is peculiar to MPs in the Commons. London Zoo Mr MacKay turned up to ******* Goldie to HMP Slade Goldie would escape again, for five days in December 1965. Once again, he managed to **** out as the zoo-keeper left after cleaning his enclosure. This time people were asked to stay away from Regent’s Park. Goldie’s mate, *******, had her own adventure when she was snatched the following February by student pranksters at Manchester University who sawed through a padlock to access the cage. They had, it later transpired, thought they had taken Goldie. ******* was found in a tea-chest punctured with airholes outside the student union before being taken back to London. The jokers were described as “stupid, irresponsible clots”. ******* enjoyed a raw beef late-night snack and was back to share her travails with Goldie by breakfast time. Goldie was eventually sent to a bird of prey centre in Newent, Gloucestershire, where he died in 1986. Getty Images An eagle-eyed eagle Source link #escaped #eagle #entranced #London Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Adelaide keep pressure on top two as ALW heats up Adelaide keep pressure on top two as ALW heats up ROUND 17 OF THE A-LEAGUE WOMEN COMPETITION AT A GLANCE: THEY SAID IT: “If anyone’s ever played at Western United, they know there’s 100km-per-hour winds. But the wind worked in my favour and the ball just rocketed off my forehead … I’m happy I have a strong neck.” – Victory captain Kayla Morrison told Paramount Plus she was delighted to head home the winner against Western United. WOMAN OF THE WEEK: Newcastle’s Sophie Hoban only needed three minutes to make the Jets’ clash with Perth Glory her own. Hoban scored from long range in the second minute, then tapped home again in the third minute to lead the Jets to a 2-1 win. STAT ATTACK: Melbourne City are now 18 games unbeaten, equalling the league record. If they beat Brisbane Roar next week, they will set a new benchmark. BEAT THAT: Laini Freier celebrated her first Matildas cap in style, brilliantly chipping Sydney goalkeeper Bethany Mason-Jones. But Sydney skipper Natalie Tobin scored a belter of her own, drilling home the equaliser from long range, before the Sky Blues claimed a 3-2 win. UNDER PRESSURE: Sixth-placed Central Coast have lost two games on the bounce, are on a three-game winless run and have spurned chances to solidify their top-six spot. The chasing pack is licking its lips. UP NEXT: Western United head further west for a Friday night clash with Perth. On Saturday, Newcastle host Sydney, while top-two aspirants Adelaide take on Central Coast. On Sunday, Wellington play in-form Western Sydney and Victory host Canberra before the Roar face City. Source link #Adelaide #pressure #top #ALW #heats Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘Top Priority’: RFK Jr. Backtracks After Embarrassing Measles Misstep – The Daily Beast ‘Top Priority’: RFK Jr. Backtracks After Embarrassing Measles Misstep – The Daily Beast ‘Top Priority’: RFK Jr. Backtracks After Embarrassing Measles Misstep The Daily Beast’View’ star Whoopi Goldberg warns ‘people are gonna die’ over RFK Jr.’s measles response Entertainment Weekly News Source link #Top #Priority #RFK #Backtracks #Embarrassing #Measles #Misstep #Daily #Beast Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Liam Payne’s family criticises media for ‘indescribable damage’ Liam Payne’s family criticises media for ‘indescribable damage’ Mark Savage Music Correspondent Getty Images Liam Payne died last October at the age of 31 The family of pop star Liam Payne have criticised the media for causing “indescribable, lasting damage” through its coverage of his death. In a statement released on Sunday morning, the family said that persistent “attention and speculation” in the press had exacerbated their suffering, and that of Payne’s young son, Bear, in particular. “The family has always wished for privacy to grieve and asks that they be given the space and time to do so,” they added. Payne died last October after falling from a balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina. He was 31 years old. The family’s statement came after Argentinian authorities dropped manslaughter charges against one of Payne’s friends, Rogelio “Roger” Nores, and two members of staff at the hotel. Two other men still face charges of supplying drugs to Payne on the night he died. Getty Images Jack Whitehall led a tribute to Liam Payne at Saturday night’s Brit Awards On Saturday, the Brit Awards paid tribute to the star, with an emotional segment led by Jack Whitehall, who was one of Payne’s friends. “He achieved so much in the short time that he was on this earth, and was not only a supremely gifted musician but an incredibly kind soul who touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with,” said the comedian. “We have so many amazing memories of Liam here at the Brits, so tonight we celebrate his legacy and look back and remember the remarkable Liam Payne.” The screens then cut to a moving montage of the singer, comprising sound-bites, portraits and performances – set to the One Direction song Little Things. In their statement, the star’s family said they had “joined in” with the celebration of his life. In full: Statement from Liam Payne’s family “Liam’s death was an unspeakable tragedy. This is a time of tremendous grief and pain for those who knew and loved him. Liam ought to have had a long life ahead of him. Instead, Bear has lost his father, Geoff and Karen have lost their son, Ruth and Nicola have lost their brother and all of Liam’s friends and fans have lost someone they held very dear. “We understand that the investigation into Liam’s death was absolutely necessary, and the family recognises the work done by the Argentinian authorities. However, the family accepts the Court of Appeal’s decision to drop all charges. “The constant media attention and speculation which has accompanied the process has exacted indescribable, lasting damage on the family, particularly on Liam’s son who is trying to process emotions which no seven-year-old should have to experience. “The family has always wished for privacy to grieve and asks that they be given the space and time to do so. “This weekend, at the Brit Awards, Liam was remembered for his phenomenal contribution to British music and for his wider, positive impact on millions of adoring fans the world over. We joined in that celebration of his life and will forever remember the joy that his music brought to the world. “Liam, you are so loved and missed.” Source link #Liam #Paynes #family #criticises #media #indescribable #damage Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Broome volunteers inspire new recruits to join emergency services Broome volunteers inspire new recruits to join emergency services As the wet season looms over the Kimberley, emergency services across the region are calling for new recruits to bolster their ranks. Source link #Broome #volunteers #inspire #recruits #join #emergency #services Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Mexico has proposed matching US tariffs on China, Bessent says Mexico has proposed matching US tariffs on China, Bessent says By Jasper Ward WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Friday that Mexico has proposed matching U.S. tariffs on China in a move that he described as “very interesting” and one that Canada should match. Top ******** officials have met with members of Trump’s cabinet this week for trade talks ahead of a March 4 deadline, when U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on ******** and ********* imports are set to get into effect alongside an additional 10% duty on ******** imports. “I think it would be a nice gesture if the Canadians did it also so in a way we could have fortress North America from the flood of ******** imports that’s coming out of the most unbalanced economy in the history of modern times,” Bessent said in an interview with Bloomberg TV. The ******** and ********* governments did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The ******** embassy in Washington said unilateral tariff hikes by the U.S. severely violate World Trade Organization rules and harm interests for China, the U.S. and the world. “Pressuring, coercion and threat is not the right way to deal with China. Instead, mutual respect is the basic prerequisite,” embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu said in a statement to Reuters. “We urge the U.S. to correct its wrongdoing and return to the right track of addressing each other’s concerns through equal-footed consultations.” Bloomberg, citing a person familiar, has reported that the proposed tariffs by Mexico on China would focus on cars and auto parts. The move is likely a response by Mexico City to avoid a looming 25% tariff by the United States on ******** goods. ******** President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration has said for months that it is carefully considering Washington and Ottawa’s policies towards China, saying even before Trump’s reelection that it sought to be “more aligned” in addressing potential unfair ******** trade practices. On Thursday, ******** Deputy Economy Minister Vidal Llerenas said that Mexico could adopt further trade measures beyond tariffs it has slapped on cheap goods mostly from China, including counterfeit products, which had entered under previous low-cost exemptions known as “de minimis.” (Reporting by Jasper Ward; Additional reporting by Kylie Madry and Ismail Shakil; Writing by Brendan O’Boyle and Jasper Ward; Editing by Sandra Maler and David Gregorio) Source link #Mexico #proposed #matching #tariffs #China #Bessent Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Starmer to Urge Europe to Face New Reality After Zelenskiy Talks – Bloomberg Starmer to Urge Europe to Face New Reality After Zelenskiy Talks – Bloomberg Starmer to Urge Europe to Face New Reality After Zelenskiy Talks BloombergKeir Starmer to host special defence summit on Ukraine with European, ********* and Turkish leaders – live The GuardianZelenskyy set for European summit in London after Trump showdown ABC NewsRussia-Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy to attend London summit after Trump spat Al Jazeera EnglishZelenskyy meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London following Trump Oval Office clash Fox News Source link #Starmer #Urge #Europe #Face #Reality #Zelenskiy #Talks #Bloomberg Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Cranbrook ******: 80-year-old woman critical, 54-year-old stable following head-on collision on Albany Highway Cranbrook ******: 80-year-old woman critical, 54-year-old stable following head-on collision on Albany Highway An elderly woman remains in a critical condition in hospital following a head-on collision in Cranbrook over the long weekend. Source link #Cranbrook #****** #80yearold #woman #critical #54yearold #stable #headon #collision #Albany #Highway Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

iOS 18.4 has one killer upgrade that will make your life easier — here’s how to set it up iOS 18.4 has one killer upgrade that will make your life easier — here’s how to set it up When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Apple There’s one iOS 18.4 feature I’m looking forward to trying — here’s how to set it up iOS 18.4 may be missing some promised Siri updates, at least for now. But there are plenty of other changes coming to your iPhone courtesy of this update, which is now available as a public beta. And the best of the bunch may be the arrival of Priority Notifications. Priority Notifications is an Apple Intelligence feature so not everyone will benefit from it. But if you have an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max or any iPhone 16 (including the new iPhone 16e), your notifications will soon be presented in a way that makes the most important ones stand out. In a nutshell, Priority Notifications taps into AI to figure out which incoming messages are urgent. The ones deemed to be important or requiring your immediate attention will float to the top of the stack on your lock screen so that you see those notifications first. Additionally, Priority Notifications will use summary capabilities to highlight the most important part of the alerts you receive. Long before Apple Intelligence’s debut with iOS 18.1, I was looking forward to the arrival of Priority Notifications, as I figured it had the potential solve a few problems with Apple’s current method of notifications. I’ve found the previous notification summary feature to not be all that useful in highlighting important info. And I also find myself flooded with replies in group texts where it would be helpful to have the truly critical messages stand out from the others — more signal, less noise, in other words. I’ve only started using the iOS 18.4 beta, so I’m still getting a flavor for Priority Notifications. But I’m happy to share what I’ve learned so far as well as the steps you need to take in order for Priority Notifications to work on your phone. How Priority Notifications work Credit: Future Let me share an early interaction with Priority Notifications to illustrate how the prioritized alerts work. My daughter takes dance classes, and we’re in a carpool with other families to share drop-off and pick-up duties. Without getting into tedious details of my daily life, a scenario arose the other night where we had to pick up my daughter separately, but we wanted to make sure the other dancers in the carpool still had rides home. So the text messages started flying to make sure everyone was on the same page. Because these texts were time sensitive, Priority Notifications leapt into action, and you can see the highlighted alert above confirming that we were picking up my daughter while her other friends confirmed that they had transportation of their own. (I’ve blacked out individual names for privacy reasons.) In that sense, Priority Notifications succeeds at its mission. The information we needed to see was at the top of the notification stack when we needed to see it, so there was no confusion about who was picking up who. But it’s not a complete success, and the feature’s summary tools are a big reason why. “Confirmed ride for [name redacted] and three dancers” makes sense in retrospect, because I know that those kids got a ride home. But in the moment, the summary proved unclear. Did it mean my wife and I were trying to confirm that the dancers had a ride home? Or that other parents were confirming the ride? At-a-glance information is not very helpful if you’ve got to carefully parse what a summary means. Apple’s taken some criticism for the quality of its text message summaries, which aren’t always as clear as other summary tools for Mail and phone call transcripts are. If that aspect of Apple Intelligence can’t be improved, I think Priority notifications might be better served by showing you full alerts instead of summaries. But we’ll see if that aspect of the feature improves during the iOS 18.4 beta. How to set up Priority Notifications To experience Priority Notifications yourself, you’ve got to do a little groundwork after you’ve installed iOS 18.4, whether we’re talking about the current beta or you wait until the full release of the app. Here’s how to get started. 1. Go to Notifications in Settings Launching the settings app and tapping on notifications (Image: © Future) Launch the Settings app on your iPhone and select Notifications from the menu. 2. Turn on Priority Notifications Selecting Prioritize Notifications and using a toggle to turn the feature on. (Image: © Future) Tap on Prioritize Notifications underneath the Apple Intelligencer header. On the ensuing screen, slide the toggle next to Prioritize Notifications to on. And that’s all there is to it. If you decided Priority Notifications isn’t to your liking, just head back to Notifications in the Settings app to turn the feature off. If you’re looking for more tips on using Apple Intelligence features, we can show you how to use Visual Intelligence to identify plants and animals or how to use the Image Playground feature to generate images. If you’re new to Apple Intelligence because you just bought an iPhone 16e, here are some more Apple Intelligence features to try out first. Source link #iOS #killer #upgrade #life #easier #heres #set Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces NYC mayor bid – Axios Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces NYC mayor bid – Axios Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces NYC mayor bid AxiosCuomo mounts comeback, launches campaign for NYC mayor years after resignation NBC New YorkCuomo Jolts New York’s Mayoral Race as His Challengers Attack The New York TimesFormer Gov. Andrew Cuomo launches NYC mayoral bid Fox News Source link #Gov #Andrew #Cuomo #announces #NYC #mayor #bid #Axios Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Shai Bolton: Star recruit wastes no time kicking his first Fremantle Dockers goal in pre-season clash Shai Bolton: Star recruit wastes no time kicking his first Fremantle Dockers goal in pre-season clash Fleetfooted, fast and fancy. It’s everything Fremantle fans hoped from Shai Bolton after his high-profile move West. And it’s what he displayed as he kicked his first goal in purple, beating the quarter-time siren to get the first of his career at the Dockers. WATCH IT IN THE PLAYER ABOVE The former Richmond goalsneak found a way to get space on Melbourne’s Clayton Oliver at a forward stoppage before reading the ruck tap from Luke Jackson to perfection. Bolton then shook off an attempted tackle by Harry Sharp, sidestepping the wingman to then snap a goal on his let boot as the clock ticked to zero for the term in Mandurah. The goal was met with a rounding applause from the faithful and teammates were quick to get around their new No.15 who had a near faultless start to his career. Bolton started the game up forward and nearly kicked the first goal of the game, with his early opportunity going wide of the big sticks. He came into his own when he went into the midfield, providing a spark with his pace and flair offensively. At one stage he tried to burn Norm Smith medallist Christian Petracca, who gave hot pursuit in an exciting contest. Bolton’s goal capped off a term when he had five touches and a clearance. Source link #Shai #Bolton #Star #recruit #wastes #time #kicking #Fremantle #Dockers #goal #preseason #clash Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US warns Maduro of ‘consequences’ following incursion of Venezuelan warship into Guyana US warns Maduro of ‘consequences’ following incursion of Venezuelan warship into Guyana The United States issued a stern warning to the Nicolás Maduro regime on Saturday following reports that a Venezuelan patrol boat entered into Guyanaese waters, threatening ExxonMobil’s offshore operations. “Venezuelan naval vessels threatening ExxonMobil’s floating production, storage and offloading unit is unacceptable and a clear violation of Guyana’s internationally recognized maritime territory,” the State Department’s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs said in its X account. “Further provocation will result in consequences for the Maduro regime. The United States reaffirms its support for Guyana’s territorial integrity.” Earlier on Saturday, Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali denounced the presence of the Venezuelan military vessel near the oil block run by ExxonMobil in the Essequibo, a Florida-sized region claimed by both countries. Speaking in a televised address, Ali said that his Government had notified all of its international allies, including the United States. “This incursion is a matter of grave concern,” the president said. “Guyana’s maritime boundaries are recognized under international law. This is a serious development concerning our nation’s maritime territory. We will not tolerate threats to territorial integrity.” In a statement released on Facebook, Ali added that during the incursion, the “Venezuelan vessel approached several assets in our exclusive waters.” Tensions between the two South American nations over the disputed mineral-rich region goes back for more than a century but intensified following a referendum held in December 2023, in which Maduro asked Venezuelans to grant him special powers to invade the neighboring country to take over the Essequibo by force if necessary. Despite clear evidence that the regime had tampered with the election’s results, Maduro claimed that he got the approval from 98% of voters. All throughout the following year, Maduro sought to keep the issue alive in Venezuela through repeated TV spots asserting that the regime would not yield Venezuela’s claim over the Essequibo region, which has been under Guyanese control since 1899. Maduro also issued laws declaring the region as the country’s newest state and boosted Venezuela’s military presence near the border. The Essequibo contains six of the 10 regions that make up Guyana and is home to 125,000 of its 800,000 inhabitants. Saturday’s events follows an incident occurring on Feb. 17, when the Guyana Defence Force reported that six of its soldiers were injured in an ambush on a supply transport carried out by alleged members of a Venezuelan criminal gang. The Caracas regime labeled the incident a “vile frame-up.” Source link #warns #Maduro #consequences #incursion #Venezuelan #warship #Guyana Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Judge says Trump cannot fire head of independent watchdog agency – The Washington Post Judge says Trump cannot fire head of independent watchdog agency – The Washington Post Judge says Trump cannot fire head of independent watchdog agency The Washington PostFederal judge rules Trump’s firing of head of special counsel was unlawful, will maintain his job Fox NewsTrump Firing of Whistleblower Agency Head Unlawful, Judge Rules BloombergJudge Rules Trump Can’t Fire Head of Federal Watchdog Agency Without Cause The New York Times Source link #Judge #Trump #fire #independent #watchdog #agency #Washington #Post Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Finals race tightens up in A-League Men Finals race tightens up in A-League Men ROUND 21 OF THE A-LEAGUE MEN COMPETITION AT A GLANCE: THEY SAID IT: “I’m sure tomorrow we’ll get an apology as well. But that’s not good enough, really, is it?” – Auckland coach Steve Corica was incensed by two penalties against his charges in the league leaders’ pulsating 4-4 draw with Adelaide United. MAN OF THE WEEK: Western Sydney young gun Aydan Hammond scored an equaliser to remember against Perth Glory. The ball skidded out to Hammond at the edge of the area and he beat a defender, cut on to his right boot and unleashed a wonderful strike into the top corner. He later scored a tap-in to put the Wanderers ahead. TALKING POINT: The kids are all right. The Young Socceroos, having already qualified for the Under-20 World Cup for the first time in 12 years, claimed a maiden Under-20 Asian Cup title on Saturday night. All 23 members of the squad have spent time at A-Leagues clubs, with 17 currently plying their trade in the ALM. STAT ATTACK: Brisbane Roar’s winless streak at home has now stretched to 10 games after Kasey Bos salvaged a 97th-minute equaliser for Melbourne Victory in Saturday’s 1-1 draw at Suncorp Stadium. BEAT THAT: Guillermo May was the early star of the show against Adelaide United. The Uruguayan scored two goals in five minutes, and the first was simply wonderful. May dropped in between the lines to receive the ball in midfield, worked the ball on to his left foot and ripped an unstoppable rocket home. UNDER PRESSURE: Things are only getting harder for Macarthur, whose former skipper Valere Germain joined star winger Jed Drew in departing the club over the past month. The Bulls sit eighth, five points outside the top six, following their loss to Sydney FC. UP NEXT: On Friday night, City host Macarthur. On Saturday, it’s high-stakes football as Adelaide play Brisbane, Western United take on Wellington and Victory host the Mariners. Then, resurgent Newcastle take on Auckland on Sunday. Source link #Finals #race #tightens #ALeague #Men Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New York’s governor orders college to remove ************ studies job listing New York’s governor orders college to remove ************ studies job listing NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s governor ordered a state school to remove a job posting for a ************ studies teaching position this week, saying she wanted to ensure “antisemitic theories” would not be taught. The job posting at Hunter College had called for a historian “who takes a critical lens to issues pertaining to Palestine including but not limited to settler-colonialism, genocide, human rights, apartheid, migration, climate and infrastructure devastation, health, race, gender, and sexuality,” according to screenshots published by the New York Post, which first reported the job announcement. Following the coverage, Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, ordered the City University of New York school to remove the posting “and conduct a thorough review of the position to ensure that antisemitic theories are not promoted in the classroom,” her office said in a statement. Trusted news and daily delights, right in your inbox See for yourself — The Yodel is the go-to source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories. The CUNY Board of Trustees agreed, and university officials have since removed the posting for a “************ Studies Cluster Hire,” which was marked as expired on Friday. “We find this language divisive, polarizing and inappropriate and strongly agree with Governor Hochul’s direction to remove this posting,” Chairperson William C. Thompson Jr. and Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez, adding they would work “to tackle antisemitism on our campuses and combat hate in all of its forms.” The governor’s statement added that no class is being canceled. The CUNY school said it will still hire a relevant expert. “Hunter College took down the job listings following the concerns raised about the language used in the online posting. We will be reviewing the posting process and look forward to adding scholars with expertise in this subject matter to our distinguished faculty,” the college said in a statement, adding that expertise would include ”************ history, culture, and society.” The Israel-****** war that erupted on Oct. 7, 2023, has tested free speech at U.S. colleges. Pro-************ students and their allies launched protests at campuses across the country, demanding schools divest from Israel in demonstrations that resulted in thousands of arrests. Meanwhile, some Jewish students called on administrators to rein in the protests, saying they made them feel unsafe. Campus free speech advocates criticized Hochul’s intervention, saying the move hurts academic freedom “She’s setting a terrible precedent,” Robert Shibley, special counsel for campus advocacy at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, said in an email. “Involving politicians directly in the process will only further politicize hiring decisions and will undermine academic freedom in public universities across the country.” Another free speech group called on CUNY officials to reverse their decision. “The posting may have been offensive to some, but it is the right and responsibility of the academic community to confront challenging areas of inquiry through independent research, teaching, and publishing,” said Kristen Shahverdian, Campus Free Speech program director at PEN America, in a statement Thursday. PEN, a literary and free expression organization, faced its own protests last year, after a group of pro-************ writers said it did little to “mobilize” members against the Gaza war, in contrast to forceful protests against the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Last month, Israel and ****** paused the conflict after 15 months of war, in the first phase of a ceasefire that has freed Israeli hostages and ************ prisoners and increased humanitarian aid in Gaza. Officials were negotiating Friday on a second phase of the ceasefire. Source link #Yorks #governor #orders #college #remove #************ #studies #job #listing Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]