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US demands EU antitrust chief clarify rules reining in Big Tech – Reuters US demands EU antitrust chief clarify rules reining in Big Tech – Reuters US demands EU antitrust chief clarify rules reining in Big Tech ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #demands #antitrust #chief #clarify #rules #reining #Big #Tech #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Napoli blows chance of top spot after loss at Como Napoli blows chance of top spot after loss at Como Napoli’s winless streak reached four matches with a 2-1 loss at promoted Como in the Italian league. Amir Rrahmani set the tone of the match for Napoli on Sunday with an own goal after seven minutes. Giacomo Raspadori equalised for Napoli 10 minutes later, but 19-year-old Spanish winger Assane Diao won it for Como after being set up by Nico Paz late in the second half. Antonio Conte’s Napoli had a chance to reclaim the Serie A lead from defending champions Inter Milan, who moved ahead by beating Genoa on Saturday, but will instead be in second for a match-up with Inter next weekend. Napoli had drawn their three previous matches. Como, coached by Cesc Fabregas, moved up to 13th place. Meanwhile, third-placed Atalanta bounced back from a Champions League exit with a 5-0 rout at Empoli that was helped by a brace from Ademola Lookman. Mateo Retegui and Davide Zappacosta also scored for Atalanta, who took the lead with an own goal from Emmanuel Gyasi. Atalanta moved within three points of the top of the league. Fourth-placed Juventus won 1-0 at Cagliari with an early goal from Dusan Vlahovic after they, too, were eliminated from the Champions League. Hellas Verona beat Fiorentina 1-0 with a goal five minutes into second-half injury time from Antoine Bernede. Fiorentina striker and former Everton player Moise Kean was diagnosed with a head injury after collapsing on the field in the second half. Italy international Kean had been involved in an accidental collision with Pawel Dawidowicz and Diego Coppola, taking a knee to the face that left him with a cut above his eye. Although Kean returned to the pitch after treatment with his head bandaged, the 24-year-old soon fell, initially appearing unresponsive, before being taken off on a stretcher in the 67th minute. Fiorentina later confirmed Kean had suffered a head trauma and was in hospital for tests. Kean made 32 Premier League appearances for Everton, scoring two goals, in the 2019-20 season. Source link #Napoli #blows #chance #top #spot #loss #Como Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Buick frozen in Minnesota lake goes viral on social media Buick frozen in Minnesota lake goes viral on social media A viral video circulating social media shows a Buick stuck in the ice at White Bear Lake in Minnesota, which has been stuck there for nearly a month. Karl Erickson, 10,000 Ice Anglers Project organizer, joins FOX Weather to discuss ice fishing safety and the protection of the lakes from pollution, which are two key learning points for students in the 10,000 Ice Anglers Project. Source link #Buick #frozen #Minnesota #lake #viral #social #media Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: 'The Great Eight' is 13 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894 – Yahoo Sports Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: 'The Great Eight' is 13 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894 – Yahoo Sports Alex Ovechkin goals tracker: ‘The Great Eight’ is 13 away from breaking Wayne Gretzky’s all-time record of 894 Yahoo SportsOvechkin nets 3, now 13 goals shy of NHL record ESPNOvechkin up to 882 goals with hat trick in Capitals win against Oilers NHL.comHow many goals does Alex Ovechkin need to pass Wayne Gretzky? Tracking all his stats USA TODAYAlex Ovechkin with a Goal vs. Edmonton Oilers Yahoo Sports Source link #Alex #Ovechkin #goals #tracker #039The #Great #Eight039 #breaking #Wayne #Gretzkys #alltime #record #Yahoo #Sports Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Giants young gun rejects rival's huge offer to recommit Giants young gun rejects rival's huge offer to recommit AFL young gun Finn Callaghan will remain with GWS until at least the end of the 2029 season after resisting offers to return to Victoria. Source link #Giants #young #gun #rejects #rival039s #huge #offer #recommit Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Dave Ramsey’s wife was once asked why she was with a man who won’t pay his bills — Here’s what the money guru did Dave Ramsey’s wife was once asked why she was with a man who won’t pay his bills — Here’s what the money guru did A bill collector from American Express once asked Dave Ramsey’s wife, ‘Why would you stay with a man who won’t pay his bills?’ And it made the money guru mad. Here’s what he did As of early 2025, financial guru Dave Ramsey’s net worth was estimated at around $200 million. But the well-known personal finance pundit wasn’t always wealthy. There was a time in Ramsey’s life when he was deep in debt — the one thing he loves to warn consumers against — and couldn’t keep up with his bills. But there was one specific moment on his debt journey that helped him turn things around. Years back, an American Express bill collector called Ramsey’s house and spoke to his wife. During the call, the debt collector made a comment that struck a nerve with Ramsey. “Why would you stay with a man who won’t pay his bills?” the bill collector asked. That comment lit a fire in Ramsey to dig his way out of debt and turn his finances around. And it’s more than fair to say that he’s come a long way since. Ramsey wasn’t always the millionaire he is today. In fact, he once said, “When we first got married, we were so broke it was unbelievable.” In his 20s, things started looking up for Ramsey. He started buying and selling real estate and at 26 years old, he had a great income. He bought a fancy car and had a baby. But then things started falling apart. Once the banks he had borrowed from started calling about his loans, Ramsey had 90 days to repay millions of dollars in debt. “I couldn’t control the outside variables… I remember being so scared,” he said. Ramsey had no choice but to file for bankruptcy, but that ignited a spark in him to get on a better financial path. Ramsey started following a budget and made other positive changes, like building savings. And following that jarring phone call, he pledged to use his financial knowledge and faith to start building his empire. Read more: Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they’re banking on instead In 1992, Ramsey started a radio show that took callers’ money questions. Within two years, it became the top-rated show in Nashville and eventually became nationally syndicated. Ramsey’s thought process was simple: “I’ll teach this financial stuff I’ve learned the hard way.” Story Continues Ramsey has also authored books on financial freedom and started his company, Ramsey Solutions, to help consumers become debt-free. According to his website, he’s helped people pay off more than $1 billion in debt and “change their lives for good.” “The thing that changed my life was the nobility of my future,” Ramsey once shared on his show. “I looked out there in the future and I said, you know what, this is it. Never again will we borrow money. Never again is American Express going to call my house and ask my wife why she would stay with a man that won’t pay his bills.” To this day, Ramsey works to share his financial philosophy so that other people don’t fall into the same trap he did. And that philosophy is rooted in a few core elements. First, Ramsey hates debt and thinks it should be avoided at all costs. Other than a mortgage, he thinks no debt is worth carrying. As his website says, “As long as your money is tied up in monthly debt payments, you can’t build wealth. That’s like trying to run a marathon with your legs tied together.” Ramsey also believes in the importance of having a fully-loaded emergency fund — one with enough money to cover three to six months of expenses. Once people get to that point, they should invest 15% of their income toward retirement. And Ramsey is a fan of investing in growth stock mutual funds in particular. Ramsey also thinks it’s important to invest consistently and think long-term. That means buying quality stocks and assets and holding them for many years so their value appreciates. Finally, Ramsey is a fan of working with a financial advisor. “Look for a pro who takes time to answer your questions and gives you all the information you need to make good investing choices,” his website says. Had Ramsey had his own financial advisor back in the day, he perhaps would’ve avoided some of the financial heartache his family experienced. But it clearly motivated him and made him stronger, and that’s perhaps the most important lesson to take away. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. Source link #Dave #Ramseys #wife #asked #man #wont #pay #bills #Heres #money #guru Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Alex Rodriguez nails $10,000 half-court shot at Bucknell-Army basketball game – USA TODAY Alex Rodriguez nails $10,000 half-court shot at Bucknell-Army basketball game – USA TODAY Alex Rodriguez nails $10,000 half-court shot at Bucknell-Army basketball game USA TODAYA-Rod sinks half-court shot, wins $10K for fan ESPNAlex Rodriguez makes half-court shot, wins Bucknell student $10,000 Yahoo SportsAlex Rodriguez helps Bucknell University student win $10,000 thanks to clutch shot Fox NewsA-Rod hits half-court shot to win $10K for college student MLB.com Source link #Alex #Rodriguez #nails #halfcourt #shot #BucknellArmy #basketball #game #USA #TODAY Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Israeli tanks deployed in occupied West Bank, United States seek ceasefire extension as tensions build Israeli tanks deployed in occupied West Bank, United States seek ceasefire extension as tensions build Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has deployed IDF tanks in the occupied West Bank, a move described as a “dangerous escalation” by ************ authorities. It marks the first time that IDF tanks have entered the region since 2002 when Israel battled ************ uprising. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Mr Netanyahu ordered the military action to “increase the intensity of the activity to thwart terrorism” in camps in the occupied West Bank. “We will not allow the return of residents, and we will not allow terrorism to return and grow.” Tanks have been seen moving in Jenin, a city with over 330,000 residents. The ************ foreign ministry called the Israeli moves “a dangerous escalation of the situation in the West Bank,” and urged the international community in a statement to intervene in what it termed Israel’s ******** “aggression.” “Even if they stay, we will return to the camp at the end,” said Mohamed al-Sadi, one of those displaced from Jenin. “This camp is ours. We have no other place to go.” Israel is deepening its crackdown on the ************ territory and has said it is determined to stamp out militancy amid a rise in attacks. It launched the offensive in the northern West Bank on January 21 — two days after the current ceasefire in Gaza took hold — and expanded it to nearby areas. Palestinians view such raids as part of an effort to cement Israeli control over the territory, where three million Palestinians live under military rule. The deadly raids have caused destruction in urban areas. US working to secure ceasefire extension US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to the Middle East this week to push for the extension of a fragile Gaza ceasefire between Israel and ******. The three-stage ceasefire which came into effect on January 19 is now nearing the end of its first phase. It has largely held despite accusations of violations by both sides and a series of setbacks, the latest of which came over the weekend. “We have to get an extension of phase one. I’ll be going to the region this week, probably Wednesday, to negotiate that and we are hopeful that we have the proper time to begin phase two and finish it off and get more hostages released,” Mr Witkoff told CNN’s State of the Union on Sunday. The first phase of the ceasefire included a deal to exchange 33 Israeli hostages held in Gaza for almost 2000 ************ detainees and prisoners held by Israel. The second phase would include a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and the release of around 60 remaining hostages. The ceasefire agreement hit a new hurdle on Saturday when Israel delayed the release of 602 Palestinians from its jails in exchange for six Israeli hostages who were led by armed militants onto a stage in front of a crowd in Gaza before being handed to the Red Cross. ******-staged public handover ceremonies which have included the display of living hostages and of coffins carrying hostages’ remains, have drawn increasing criticism over the past few weeks, including from the United Nations. Mr Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel was waiting to deliver the ************ prisoners and detainees “until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and without the humiliating ceremonies”. ****** said the ceremonies were dignified and Israel was using them as a pretext to evade its obligations agreed to under the ceasefire. The bodies of four more hostages are supposed to be released by the group this week. – With CNBC, Reuters, AP Source link #Israeli #tanks #deployed #occupied #West #Bank #United #States #seek #ceasefire #extension #tensions #build Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Three arrested after street racing on I-75 Saturday Three arrested after street racing on I-75 Saturday Three men were arrested Saturday after a group of vehicles initiated a “street takeover” on Interstate 75 in Collier County and took part in street racing on the freeway, the Florida Highway Patrol said in a news release. The incident began about 4:05 p.m. as FHP state troopers responded to a report of stopped vehicles and traffic congestion, with a low flying helicopter taking video near mile marker 51, which is in the Big Cypress Preserve in Collier County. A screen grab of a video supplied by the Florida Highway Patrol of a “street takeover” on Interstate 75 in Collier County on Saturday, where a green Porsche was doing donuts before a crowd of onlookers. Five dark colored SUVs were parked side by side, blocking the northbound interstate travel lanes and shoulders, with several people standing outside their vehicles as a bright green Porsche GT3 911 “performed aggressive circular spins (aka donuts),” the FHP release stated. “This action left a thick cloud of smoke, leaving a visible haze in the area,” troopers said. A Porsche the Florida Highway Patrol said it impounded Saturday after a “street takeover” and racing on northbound Interstate 75 Saturday in Collier County. While responding to the incident, troopers said they saw more than 25 high performance vehicles speeding north. They stopped the Porsche in the parking lot of the 63-mile marker recreation area and arrested a 27-year-old Staten Island man who told them he was a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the “street takeover.” He was charged with riding a passenger in race competition in violation of state law, the FHP said. The Porsche driver, described as “the camera guy,” the FHP said, remains unknown. The Florida Highway Patrol said it seized a blue Porsche after it was involved in street racing on Interstate 75 in Collier County Saturday. Other troopers at 4:09 p.m. responded to a street takeover occurring at mile marker 63 on northbound I-75, the agency reported. There, troopers saw a blue Porsche making an ******** U-turn at mile marker 65, which is “a prohibited paved U-turn spot.” The unregistered Porsche was impounded, and the driver, a 39-year-old man was issued a misdemeanor notice to appear in court. Minutes later, at about 4:19 p.m. troopers reported seeing a two-door 2024 Blue Ferrari SF90 racing “multiple exotic vehicles” on northbound I-75. The Ferrari, with no displayed license tag, was clocked going 148 mph in a posted 70 mph zone, the FHP said. The driver, a 32-year-old New York man was arrested for racing on the highway, speeding and not having a tag. The Ferrari was impounded. . This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: 3 arrested after I-75 “takeover,” high speed racing in Collier Co. Source link #arrested #street #racing #I75 #Saturday Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Warren Buffett included 4 key pearls of wisdom in his annual shareholder letter – Business Insider Warren Buffett included 4 key pearls of wisdom in his annual shareholder letter – Business Insider Warren Buffett included 4 key pearls of wisdom in his annual shareholder letter Business InsiderWarren Buffett amasses more cash and sells more stock, but doesn’t explain why in annual letter CNBCWarren Buffett says Berkshire Hathaway ‘did better than I expected’ last year in latest letter to shareholders Yahoo FinanceBerkshire Posts Gain in Profits, Boosted by U.S. Treasury Holdings The New York Times Source link #Warren #Buffett #included #key #pearls #wisdom #annual #shareholder #letter #Business #Insider Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The Trump administration is firing 2,000 USAID workers and putting thousands of others on leave The Trump administration is firing 2,000 USAID workers and putting thousands of others on leave A flag outside of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) headquarters is seen on February 03, 2025 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch | Getty Images The Trump administration said Sunday that it is eliminating 2,000 positions at the U.S. Agency for International Development and placing all but a fraction of other staffers worldwide on leave. It comes after a federal judge on Friday allowed the administration to move forward with pulling thousands of USAID staffers off the job in the United States and around the world. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols rejected pleas that came in a lawsuit from employees to keep temporarily blocking the government’s plan. “As of 11:59 p.m. EST on Sunday, February 23, 2025, all USAID direct hire personnel, with the exception of designated personnel responsible for mission-critical functions, core leadership and/or specially designated programs, will be placed on administrative leave globally,” according to the notices sent to USAID workers and viewed by The Associated Press. At the same time, the agency said it is cutting the U.S.-based workforce by about 2,000 employees. The move escalates a monthlong administration assault on the agency that has closed its headquarters in Washington and shut down thousands of U.S. aid and development programs worldwide following an effort to freeze foreign assistance. President Donald Trump and his chief cost-cutter, Elon Musk, contend the aid and development work is wasteful and furthers a liberal agenda. Citing a big concern for workers stationed overseas who have reported being cut off from government communications, the notices say that “USAID is committed to keeping its overseas personnel safe. Until they return home, personnel will retain access to Agency systems and to diplomatic and other resources.” The administration said employees put on leave overseas are expected to receive “voluntary Agency-funded return travel” and other benefits. Nichols, who was nominated by Trump, said he had been “very concerned” about workers in high-risk areas left overseas without access to emergency communications. But he said he has since been reassured by the administration that workers would still have access to two-way radios that allow 24–7 communications in emergencies, as well as a phone app with a “panic button.” The judge said the government’s statements persuaded him “that the risk posed to USAID employees who are placed on administrative leave while stationed abroad — if there is any — is far more minimal than it initially appeared.” The notices of firings and leaves come on top of hundreds of USAID contractors receiving no-name form letters of termination over the weekend, according to copies that AP viewed. The blanket nature of the notification letters to USAID contractors, excluding the names or positions of those receiving it, could make it difficult for the dismissed workers to get unemployment benefits, workers noted. A different judge in a second lawsuit tied to the dismantling of USAID has temporarily blocked the freeze on foreign assistance and said this past week that the administration had kept withholding the aid despite his court order and must at least temporarily restore the funding to programs worldwide. Source link #Trump #administration #firing #USAID #workers #putting #thousands #leave Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Tropical Cyclone Alfred develops off Queensland coast, could reach category three Tropical Cyclone Alfred develops off Queensland coast, could reach category three Tropical Cyclone Alfred has formed and is expected to quickly intensify, with new predictions revealing when it could hit Australia’s coast. Source link #Tropical #Cyclone #Alfred #develops #Queensland #coast #reach #category Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Unsurprisingly, Cyberpunk 2077 sequel will also be first-person Unsurprisingly, Cyberpunk 2077 sequel will also be first-person CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077 sequel, dubbed at this time as Project Orion, will unsurprisingly remain a first-person experience. It’d be shocking if it was third-person quite frankly. A recent senior gameplay animator job listing on LinkedIn spilled some details about the perspective of the game. Specifically the job at hand requires the hires “enhance the players immersive experience in first person view.” The selected animator would also be expected to “create visually appealing, immersive first person animation assets.” Considering the game had set itself up for being a polar opposite compared to its other big IP, The Witcher, this revelation that the game will continue the same first-person perspective we’ve come to expect might not be that big of a deal to some. As far as we’re aware, the Cyberpunk sequel is in the early stages of development, but we can expect life paths having a ******* influence on the story, Gabriel Stanford-Reisinger Editor-in-Chief Gabe has been a gamer since he was young, playing games like Pajama Sam, Freddi Fish, Guitar Hero, and whatever looked cool on GameFly. Ever since 2018, he’s been infatuated with the inner workings of the gaming and entertainment industries, covering a wide range of topics from video games to TV and film. Starting as a contributor for PSX Extreme, he’s worked his way up to its Managing Editor. Using what’s he learned over the years, he founded Smash Jump to remind everyone to smash jump. Source link #Unsurprisingly #Cyberpunk #sequel #firstperson Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

East Rochester man charged in deadly hit-and-run ****** East Rochester man charged in deadly hit-and-run ****** Authorities have charged 51-year-old Bruce Bugbee of East Rochester in connection with a fatal hit-and-run ****** in Rochester on Friday. Rochester police said that Bugbee struck a man in his 60s on a bicycle with a 2019 Chevy Silverado before fleeing the scene. According to police, Bugbee was allegedly driving while intoxicated, with a child in the vehicle at the time. The incident happened around 9:30 p.m. on Friday at the intersection of Norton Street and North Street, police said. New York State Police later located Bugbee and the Silverado at a residence in Ontario County, police said. Bugbee was taken to the Monroe County Jail and is facing charges including second-degree vehicular manslaughter, leaving the scene of an accident causing death, aggravated driving while intoxicated under Leandra’s Law, and driving while intoxicated. The victim’s identity has not yet been released. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Bruce Bugbee charged in deadly hit-and-run ****** in Rochester NY Source link #East #Rochester #man #charged #deadly #hitandrun #****** Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

******* election 2025 live results: By the numbers – Al Jazeera English ******* election 2025 live results: By the numbers – Al Jazeera English ******* election 2025 live results: By the numbers Al Jazeera EnglishTrump celebrates conservative party win in Germany Fox NewsTrump congratulates Germany’s election winners — and himself POLITICO EuropeMerz claims win for ******* conservatives as far right surges to strongest postwar election result CNNGermany votes Sunday for a new government that will shape Europe’s response to an assertive Trump The Associated Press Source link #******* #election #live #results #numbers #Jazeera #English Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Most USAID workers placed on leave, Trump administration says Most USAID workers placed on leave, Trump administration says Most USAID employees will be put back on administrative leave by the Trump Administration beginning midnight on Sunday. Some 2,000 employees will also be laid off in a “reduction in force” effort, the Office of the Administrator said in an email to employees obtained by CBS News, the BBC’s American news partner. The move comes weeks after President Donald Trump initially attempted to eliminate thousands of USAID employees, but the firings faced a legal challenge. A judge had temporarily halted the administration’s plan to gut America’s foreign aid agency, but ruled Friday the pause would not be permanent. Source link #USAID #workers #leave #Trump #administration Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

USA vs Australia: MacKenzie Arnold, Clare Hunt, Katrina Gorry, Tameka Yallop dropped for United States clash USA vs Australia: MacKenzie Arnold, Clare Hunt, Katrina Gorry, Tameka Yallop dropped for United States clash Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni has made four big changes as Australia face the titanic task of conquering the World No.1 USA on their home soil in their SheBelieves Cup game this morning. But it appeared to have no immediate impact on the Matildas’ fortunes with the USA scoring inside a minute through Lynn Biyendolo After an embarrassing 4-0 loss to Japan in the opening game on Friday Sermanni has swung the axe on some of his veteran players with goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold being dropped for Teagan Micah. Katrina Gorry, Clare Hunt and Tameka Yallop will also start on the bench as Holly McNamara, Charli Grant and Winonah Heatley join the starting line-up. Sermanni said before the game he would not make “wholesale” changes” before essentially doing exactly that for the match against the Olympic champions in Arizona. “Coaches often talk about wholesale changes, but when you look at it, nobody actually makes wholesale changes,” Sermanni said. “But we’re making a few changes. We’re definitely changing the line-up and bringing a few different players in.” Sermanni indicated some substitutes against Japan had earned starts. “The key thing for us in this tournament is it to try and give exposure for players that are not regulars in the team. And that’s what we tend to do during the tournament,” Sermanni said. “How much we can do that depends on a whole lot of factors, but it’s certainly our intent to get some of those younger players out there and playing in the team – whether they come off the bench, or whether they start in the team. “At the same time, you have to look at putting out a balanced team. “If you look back two or three years ago, when Australia put out a very inexperienced team against Spain (losing 7-0), I don’t think that was a really valuable exercise at the time. “Getting the right mix is what’s really important. Because you don’t just want to throw young players in if that mix isn’t right, because you’re kind of exposing them and you’re potentially doing them some damage at the same time.” US coach Emma Hayes fielded some younger players in a 2-0 win against Colombia. But Sermanni was acutely aware of the Americans’ depth. “We’ve got to get lots of things right. The first thing is we need to be ready to go out there and compete and deal with their intensity and their quality of play,” Sermanni said. “The thing that the US has done now is they built up not just a starting team, but a real quality squad, where even if they have five or six key players missing, they still get an outstanding team. “They’re a very formidable team at the moment. So the first thing in the first and foremost thing, is that we need to go and compete – that’s that’s basically what we need to do. “Then if we do that, we need to then have the confidence to play the kind of football that we’re capable of.” Source link #USA #Australia #MacKenzie #Arnold #Clare #Hunt #Katrina #Gorry #Tameka #Yallop #dropped #United #States #clash Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Jays score six runs in ninth of 8-7 win over Bosox Jays score six runs in ninth of 8-7 win over Bosox By n The ********* Pressn The ********* Press Posted February 23, 2025 5:19 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size FORT MYERS – The Toronto Blue Jays scored six runs in the ninth inning and hung on for an 8-7 pre-season win over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday afternoon at JetBlue Park. Related Videos 0:29 Bo Bichette going viral for openly flirting with trade Previous Video Next Video Paxton Schultz gave up two runs in the bottom of the ninth before getting Marcelo Mayer to ground out to end it. Alan Roden had two doubles for the Blue Jays, who outhit the Red Sox 14-11. Alex Bregman homered for Boston. Story continues below advertisement Toronto starter Yariel Rodriguez gave up two earned runs and three hits over 1 1/3 innings. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Boston starter Garrett Crochet struck out four and allowed three hits over 1 2/3 frames. Trending Now Carney under pressure as Liberal leadership candidates prepare for French debate ‘I feel disrespected’: Ontario town considers removing U.S. flags from its buildings This report by The ********* Press was first published Feb. 23, 2025. &copy 2025 The ********* Press Source link #Jays #score #runs #ninth #win #Bosox Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Moldova urges clergy to “tell the truth” about Ukraine war Moldova urges clergy to “tell the truth” about Ukraine war By Alexander Tanas CHISINAU (Reuters) – Moldova’s government, a fierce critic of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, appealed to the country’s clergy on Sunday to “tell the truth” about the war, saying that Moscow’s military actions had destroyed some 500 places of worship. Government spokesperson Daniel Voda’s appeal, on the eve of the third anniversary of the Russian invasion, appeared linked to a split in Moldova’s Orthodox Church into competing branches subordinate to Russia and Romania. 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. More than 90 percent of churchgoers in Moldova, which lies between Ukraine and Romania, adhere to the Orthodox Church. The invasion, backed enthusiastically by Russia’s Orthodox Church, has accelerated a move by parishes from Moldova’s majority Moscow-linked Moldova Metropolis to the smaller Romania-linked church, the Metropolis of Bessarabia. Since the invasion, still dubbed a “Special Military Operation” in Russia, more than 60 parishes have transferred their allegiance in the country of 2.5 million. “From the beginning of the invasion, more than 500 churches, synagogues and mosques have been destroyed or damaged. That’s one every two days,” Voda said in his appeal. “Do not remain silent. Tell the world the truth. The aggression is not just a fight for territory, it is the destruction of shrines.” Metropolitan Vladimir of the Moscow-linked Moldova Metropolis has made a point of saying his church denounced the invasion “from the very first day” and organised assistance for more than 90,000 Ukrainian refugees, the highest number per capita in Europe. “At every service I say a special prayer in which I ask for mercy for the church and pray for an end to the war in Ukraine,” Vladimir said in a 2023 interview. “I am not afraid to call it the ‘war in Ukraine’ in the prayer. I do not pray for (Russian President Vladimir) Putin.” Media reports have spoken of priests from the Russia-linked church backing the Russian invasion in some parishes. Reuters could not independently verify these reports. And the church acknowledges that groups of priests last year made “pilgrimages” to holy sites in Russia, with Russian financing. The split in church ranks reflects Moldova’s turbulent history, with most of its current territory having belonged at various times in the past to the Russian Empire or the Soviet Union and “Greater Romania.” The Romania-linked Metropolis of Bessarabia is increasingly linked to Moldova’s drive to join the European Union by 2030. (Reporting by Alexander Tanas, writing by Ron Popeski; editing by Diane Craft) Source link #Moldova #urges #clergy #truth #Ukraine #war Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi lands safely in Rome after security concern American Airlines flight from New York to Delhi lands safely in Rome after security concern Brent Lewin | Bloomberg | Getty Images An American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi, India, landed safely in Rome on Sunday afternoon after it was diverted due to a security concern, which later proved to be “non-credible,” the airline said. American Airlines said Flight 292 “was inspected by law enforcement” after landing at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport and “cleared to re-depart.” It didn’t clarify the cause of the security concern, but added an inspection was required by protocol before the flight could land in New Delhi. “The flight will stay in Rome overnight to allow for required crew rest before continuing to Delhi as soon as possible tomorrow,” the airline said. An Associated Press reporter filmed two fighter jets flying over the airport shortly before the unscheduled landing. Fire trucks were visible on the landing strip on one side of the plane after it landed. Neeraj Chopra, one of the passengers on flight, said the captain alerted the plane that they needed to turn around about three hours before they were supposed to land in Dehli because of a change in “security status.” Chopra, who was traveling from Detroit, Michigan to visit family, described the mood on the plane as calm after the initial announcement but said he begin to stress when the captain later announced that fighter jets would be escorting their plane to Rome “I felt a little panic of, okay, what’s going on here?” Chopra told the AP. “There’s got to be like something ******* going on here.” Chopra said he has a new flight leaving Monday. “It’s been like a pretty chaotic crazy last 24 hours,” he said. The airport continued to operate normally, a spokesman with Rome’s airport said. Source link #American #Airlines #flight #York #Delhi #lands #safely #Rome #security #concern Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Trudeau expected to travel to Ukraine as envoy calls on Canada to ‘step up’ – National Trudeau expected to travel to Ukraine as envoy calls on Canada to ‘step up’ – National Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will join world leaders in Kyiv on Monday as Ukraine marks the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as a Ukrainian diplomat urged Canada to “step up” its support. Zelenskyy confirmed during a news conference in Kyiv Sunday evening that he will meet with Trudeau in person – one of 13 foreign leaders attending a summit on peace and security for Ukraine. “********* Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be here with a visit tomorrow,” Zelenskyy said in Ukrainian. “He is chairing the G7 at the moment so he will tell me what is happening with the relationship with the U.S.” The news conference was translated into English by Ukrainian broadcaster UATV. The Prime Minister’s Office has not publicly confirmed Trudeau’s trip and did not respond to questions about Zelenskyy’s remarks Sunday. Story continues below advertisement 3:13 Zelenskyy says he’s ‘ready’ to give up presidency if it means peace in Ukraine This would be Trudeau’s fourth visit to Ukraine since the war began, and will almost certainly be his last as Canada’s prime minister. He has said he will step down after a new Liberal leader is chosen on March 9. Zelenskyy said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and delegates from Nordic and Baltic countries are also attending Monday’s summit in person, and two dozen leaders will join virtually. “This is an important opportunity to discuss Ukraine’s strategy and the framework for security guarantees,” Zelenskyy said. Ukraine’s allies are seeking to shore up support for the war-torn country as U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for an agreement to end the war. Trump administration officials have held talks with Russia without Ukraine at the table, and are signalling that an eventual deal could see Moscow keep at least some of the territory it has occupied since it originally invaded Ukraine in 2014. Story continues below advertisement The U.S. has also appeared to accept Russia’s position that Ukraine should never join NATO, and is pushing Ukraine to give access to its critical minerals as compensation for American military aid. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Zelenskyy said Sunday a deal with the U.S. on minerals was making progress, and that he would be ready to give up the presidency if doing so would achieve a lasting peace for his country under NATO’s security. “If to achieve peace, you really need me to give up my post, I’m ready,” he said. Responding to a journalist’s question on whether he’d trade his office for peace, Zelenskyy said, “I can trade it for NATO.” 2:05 Trump demands Ukraine sign critical minerals deal Both Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have called for elections in Ukraine, which have been suspended under the martial law Zelenskyy imposed when Russia invaded in 2022. Trump has called Zelenskyy a “dictator;” Zelenskyy had accused Trump of living in a “disinformation space,” angering U.S. officials. Story continues below advertisement Oleh Nikolenko, Ukraine’s consul general in Toronto, told Global News the rhetoric coming from the U.S. is “counterproductive” and will only serve as “an invitation (for Russia) to commit more aggression.” Ukrainian officials said Russia launched 267 strike drones into Ukraine overnight on Saturday, more than in any other single attack of the war. Moscow has continued to fire ballistic missiles on Ukraine, including at least three on Sunday, as its officials hold talks with Washington. Nikolenko said Ukrainian negotiators are pushing for security guarantees from the U.S. as part of any economic or minerals deal. Trump and his advisors are calling on Europe to take the lead on shoring up security for Ukraine, which European leaders have said they are willing to do and Ukrainians say they are welcoming. Canada also needs to be part of these security conversations, Nikolenko said. “We think that at this time, it’s really high time for Canada to play a leadership role,” he said. “Canada can really fill several gaps right now: military support, humanitarian, demining, training of our forces. Trending Now ‘I feel disrespected’: Ontario town considers removing U.S. flags from its buildings Trump’s 51st state talk ‘almost never’ comes up in D.C.: Canada’s envoy “We really hope that Canada can step up its support right now, as we’re in a critical time, I would say.” 1:37 Trudeau condemns U.S.-Russia negotiations without Kyiv: ‘Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine’ Trudeau has called for Ukraine to be brought to the negotiating table quickly, something he expressed in a call with Zelenskyy last week. Story continues below advertisement On Wednesday, Trudeau participated virtually in a meeting with European leaders convened by French President Emmanuel Macron to come up with a response to Trump’s overtures to Russia. Trudeau spoke Saturday with Trump by phone, and both countries said Ukraine was one of the topics of discussion. Ottawa is a major donor to Ukraine, with the Kiel Institute for the World Economy ranking Canada as fifth in overall allocations in its Ukraine Support Tracker, which span military, financial and humanitarian contributions. More on Canada More videos Canada ranks third for the amount of financial allocations of Ukraine, particularly in pledging loans meant to keep the country solvent and providing funding quickly after it is allocated. But Canada takes the 20th spot for military allocations weighted by population, and analysts have criticized Ottawa for delays in providing equipment sought by Ukraine. ********* Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said last week that Canada wants to be “involved in protecting Ukraine” when the war ends, though Ottawa has not said what that might entail. Her office would not answer whether that meant ********* troops on the ground in Ukraine. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who will travel to Washington this week along with Macron, has said his government is ready to deploy troops to Ukraine to help uphold a ceasefire if one occurs. Story continues below advertisement The two leaders spoke by phone on Sunday ahead of their U.S. trip and said the U.K. and Europe must “show united leadership in support of Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression,” Starmer’s office said. Nikolenko said Ukrainians in Canada are feeling exhaustion and “anger” as the war continues and the geopolitical landscape shifts, but would not say if that anger is directed toward the U.S. “Their anger is with the war — that war continues, that Russia fires the drones and missiles on Ukrainian cities, that Ukrainian civilians continue to die,” he said. “They’re angry because they want this war to end in a just manner. “I want to stress that there should be a just peace, and this is what the Ukrainians want.” —with files from The ********* Press Source link #Trudeau #expected #travel #Ukraine #envoy #calls #Canada #step #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Trudeau expected to travel to Ukraine as envoy calls on Canada to ‘step up’ – National Trudeau expected to travel to Ukraine as envoy calls on Canada to ‘step up’ – National Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will join world leaders in Kyiv on Monday as Ukraine marks the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as a Ukrainian diplomat urged Canada to “step up” its support. Zelenskyy confirmed during a news conference in Kyiv Sunday evening that he will meet with Trudeau in person – one of 13 foreign leaders attending a summit on peace and security for Ukraine. “********* Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will be here with a visit tomorrow,” Zelenskyy said in Ukrainian. “He is chairing the G7 at the moment so he will tell me what is happening with the relationship with the U.S.” The news conference was translated into English by Ukrainian broadcaster UATV. The Prime Minister’s Office has not publicly confirmed Trudeau’s trip and did not respond to questions about Zelenskyy’s remarks Sunday. Story continues below advertisement 3:13 Zelenskyy says he’s ‘ready’ to give up presidency if it means peace in Ukraine This would be Trudeau’s fourth visit to Ukraine since the war began, and will almost certainly be his last as Canada’s prime minister. He has said he will step down after a new Liberal leader is chosen on March 9. Zelenskyy said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and delegates from Nordic and Baltic countries are also attending Monday’s summit in person, and two dozen leaders will join virtually. “This is an important opportunity to discuss Ukraine’s strategy and the framework for security guarantees,” Zelenskyy said. Ukraine’s allies are seeking to shore up support for the war-torn country as U.S. President Donald Trump pushes for an agreement to end the war. Trump administration officials have held talks with Russia without Ukraine at the table, and are signalling that an eventual deal could see Moscow keep at least some of the territory it has occupied since it originally invaded Ukraine in 2014. Story continues below advertisement The U.S. has also appeared to accept Russia’s position that Ukraine should never join NATO, and is pushing Ukraine to give access to its critical minerals as compensation for American military aid. Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Zelenskyy said Sunday a deal with the U.S. on minerals was making progress, and that he would be ready to give up the presidency if doing so would achieve a lasting peace for his country under NATO’s security. “If to achieve peace, you really need me to give up my post, I’m ready,” he said. Responding to a journalist’s question on whether he’d trade his office for peace, Zelenskyy said, “I can trade it for NATO.” 2:05 Trump demands Ukraine sign critical minerals deal Both Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have called for elections in Ukraine, which have been suspended under the martial law Zelenskyy imposed when Russia invaded in 2022. Trump has called Zelenskyy a “dictator;” Zelenskyy had accused Trump of living in a “disinformation space,” angering U.S. officials. Story continues below advertisement Oleh Nikolenko, Ukraine’s consul general in Toronto, told Global News the rhetoric coming from the U.S. is “counterproductive” and will only serve as “an invitation (for Russia) to commit more aggression.” Ukrainian officials said Russia launched 267 strike drones into Ukraine overnight on Saturday, more than in any other single attack of the war. Moscow has continued to fire ballistic missiles on Ukraine, including at least three on Sunday, as its officials hold talks with Washington. Nikolenko said Ukrainian negotiators are pushing for security guarantees from the U.S. as part of any economic or minerals deal. Trump and his advisors are calling on Europe to take the lead on shoring up security for Ukraine, which European leaders have said they are willing to do and Ukrainians say they are welcoming. Canada also needs to be part of these security conversations, Nikolenko said. “We think that at this time, it’s really high time for Canada to play a leadership role,” he said. “Canada can really fill several gaps right now: military support, humanitarian, demining, training of our forces. Trending Now Trump’s 51st state talk ‘almost never’ comes up in D.C.: Canada’s envoy Trudeau, Trump talk Ukraine as allies fear U.S. withdrawal from war effort “We really hope that Canada can step up its support right now, as we’re in a critical time, I would say.” 1:37 Trudeau condemns U.S.-Russia negotiations without Kyiv: ‘Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine’ Trudeau has called for Ukraine to be brought to the negotiating table quickly, something he expressed in a call with Zelenskyy last week. Story continues below advertisement On Wednesday, Trudeau participated virtually in a meeting with European leaders convened by French President Emmanuel Macron to come up with a response to Trump’s overtures to Russia. Trudeau spoke Saturday with Trump by phone, and both countries said Ukraine was one of the topics of discussion. Ottawa is a major donor to Ukraine, with the Kiel Institute for the World Economy ranking Canada as fifth in overall allocations in its Ukraine Support Tracker, which span military, financial and humanitarian contributions. More on Canada More videos Canada ranks third for the amount of financial allocations of Ukraine, particularly in pledging loans meant to keep the country solvent and providing funding quickly after it is allocated. But Canada takes the 20th spot for military allocations weighted by population, and analysts have criticized Ottawa for delays in providing equipment sought by Ukraine. ********* Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly said last week that Canada wants to be “involved in protecting Ukraine” when the war ends, though Ottawa has not said what that might entail. Her office would not answer whether that meant ********* troops on the ground in Ukraine. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who will travel to Washington this week along with Macron, has said his government is ready to deploy troops to Ukraine to help uphold a ceasefire if one occurs. Story continues below advertisement The two leaders spoke by phone on Sunday ahead of their U.S. trip and said the U.K. and Europe must “show united leadership in support of Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression,” Starmer’s office said. Nikolenko said Ukrainians in Canada are feeling exhaustion and “anger” as the war continues and the geopolitical landscape shifts, but would not say if that anger is directed toward the U.S. “Their anger is with the war — that war continues, that Russia fires the drones and missiles on Ukrainian cities, that Ukrainian civilians continue to die,” he said. “They’re angry because they want this war to end in a just manner. “I want to stress that there should be a just peace, and this is what the Ukrainians want.” —with files from The ********* Press Source link #Trudeau #expected #travel #Ukraine #envoy #calls #Canada #step #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Two tropical cyclones form, intensifying off coast Two tropical cyclones form, intensifying off coast Two tropical cyclones have formed off the coast of two states, with one slowly intensifying before it could draw closer to one state later in the week. Source link #tropical #cyclones #form #intensifying #coast Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Snow plows clear wall of snow in Oswego County, New York Snow plows clear wall of snow in Oswego County, New York Snow plows clear wall of snow in Oswego County, New York Source link #Snow #plows #clear #wall #snow #Oswego #County #York Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Israel sends tanks into West Bank for first time in decades, says fleeing Palestinians can't return – The Associated Press Israel sends tanks into West Bank for first time in decades, says fleeing Palestinians can't return – The Associated Press Israel sends tanks into West Bank for first time in decades, says fleeing Palestinians can’t return The Associated PressIsrael moves tanks into West Bank for first time since 2002 Fox NewsLIVE: ****** shuts down Gaza talks until 620 Palestinians freed by Israel Al Jazeera EnglishIsrael expels residents of three West Bank refugee camps BBC.comExpanding West Bank Campaign, Israel Sends Tanks for First Time in Decades The New York Times Source link #Israel #sends #tanks #West #Bank #time #decades #fleeing #Palestinians #can039t #return #Press Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]