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The Week … before Christmas recess

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

Listen on Spotify Apple Music Amazon Music Sky News Although Westminster is in Christmas party season, the politics continues unbowed – with Parliament still sitting on Monday and Tuesday of this week.This week – what Prime Minister Rishi Sunak might get ask by the Liaison Committee on Tuesday, Wednesday’s inflation figures and what Michael Gove might be saying about where new homes get built.Email with your thoughts and rate how their predictions play out: [email protected] or [email protected]

Patriots starting LG Cole Strange ruled out after being carted off with knee injury

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

FOXBORO — Patriots left guard Cole Strange was carted off of the field with a knee injury midway through the second quarter of the team’s Week 15 game against the Chiefs.Strange was quickly ruled out.Strange appeared to get his foot caught in the turf while getting pushed back by Chiefs defensive lineman Chris Jones while pass blocking. Strange’s left knee bent back the wrong way, and he remained down on the turf before the cart came out for him.Patriots teammates and Chiefs players kneeled on the field to pray while Strange remained down. Head coach Bill Belichick was among those who came onto the field to check on him.Rookie Atonio Mafi replaced Strange at left guard.Strange was selected in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of Chattanooga. He missed time over the summer and during the season with knee injuries.

Ramona family loses horse named Peanut in barn fire 

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- It was a horse owners worst nightmare -- a barn fire turned tragic in Ramona on Friday.Not only did local resident Jen Willson lose her barn, but she also lost her horse Peanut during the blaze. A ‘Scrippshenge’ parallel: Crescent moon winks above Oceanside Pier "If you know this family you know how much they love their animals and the industry," said Caydie and Julia, friends of the Willson family. "Unfortunately, we can’t bring their horse Peanut back, but we can help them build their barn back."According to a GoFundMe page created for the Willson family, donations are being raised to help the family rebuild. As of Sunday, $6,550 had been garnered so far.FOX 5 has reached out to the fundraiser organizer for more information on this incident.

Fire destroys a Los Angeles-area church just before Christmas

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

POMOMA, Calif. (AP) — A Los Angeles-area church was destroyed in a massive fire early Sunday, just hours before a celebration that was set to include a Christmas play and a toy giveaway.Firefighters arrived at Victory Outreach church in Pomona at about 2:45 a.m., the Los Angeles County Fire Department said on X, formerly known as Twitter. A fire department spokeswoman told television station KABC that firefighters went into an aggressive interior attack when they arrived, but after about 20 minutes the roof started to collapse and the fire expanded so they went into a defensive mode.No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Rev. Robert Garcia told television station KTLA that 500 people had registered for the church’s planned celebration. “It’s a tough morning for us, because today we were getting ready to have our outreach for the whole community,” he said.The Associated Press

Young child found without vital signs in early morning Hamilton fire

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

A young child was found without vital signs at a fire in Hamilton early Sunday morning.Firefighters say they were called to a townhouse complex at 25 Towercrest Drive on Hamilton’s central mountain just before 2 a.m. When they arrived they were met with smoke and visible flames coming from the three-storey unit.Crews were then advised that there was a child possibly inside the burning structure and firefighters located the child on the upper level of the unit without vital signs.Lifesaving measures were begun and firefighters were able to regain a pulse before the child was turned over to paramedics, who took them to McMaster Hospital for further treatment. No further updates have been provided on the condition of the child.Fire officials say the blaze was quickly contained and extinguished and that neighbouring units were not affected.The Office of the Fire Marshal has been called in to investigate the blaze, which is estimated to have caused $350,000 in damage.

Why do people have wisdom teeth?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

(The Conversation) - Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected] do people have wisdom teeth? – Jack J., age 17, Dedham, MassachusettsWisdom teeth are the third set of molars located at the very back of the mouth. They look just like the first and second molars, but can sometimes be a little smaller.They are commonly called wisdom teeth because they are the last of the 32 permanent teeth to appear, emerging between 17 and 25 years of age, when you are older and wiser.You might know that not everyone grows all four wisdom teeth. You might also know many people get them pulled. So it’s fair to wonder – why do humans even have them?We study teeth and can tell you the answer has a lot to do with the distant past – and a bit about the present day, too.More powerful jawsJust like you have many features in common with the people you’re related to...

Utah man charged, accused of trying to kill wife to 'ease her suffering'

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

SALT LAKE CITY (KTVX) -- A Utah man is facing an attempted murder charge after he allegedly admitted to investigators that he tried to kill his terminally ill wife two years ago to ease her suffering.DeWayne McCulla, 45, of Hurricane, was charged Wednesday with attempted murder, a first-degree felony, court documents obtained by Nexstar's KTVX show. According to an affidavit, relatives reported to police that McCulla tried to choke his wife on Dec. 20, 2021, while she was in hospice. The woman died a day later, according to her family. The woman's son ultimately filed a report with police in 2022 about McCulla's actions, he explained to another local news outlet. Matthew Perry’s death caused by ‘acute effects of ketamine’, L.A. medical examiner says Investigators spoke with six witnesses, who said they pulled McCulla off of his wife after they saw her gasping for air.In an interview with police, McCulla admitted to placing his hands on his wife’s neck to make her passing quicker...

WCSO: Dog stolen from Queensbury pet store found safe

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A dog that had been reported stolen from the Pet Zone within Aviation Mall in Queensbury has been found safe and in good health, as confirmed by the store and the Warren County Sheriff's Office. Police say investigators were able to locate the stolen puppy and return it safely. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The dog had been taken around 5:30 p.m. on December 13. The two suspects are described as being a man and a woman both in their early twenties. According to police, the man reportedly took the puppy from a fenced area that was temporarily open while an employee was taking care of another animal. The store stated they have already implemented changes to keep their animals safe, including higher playpens. $19K TAKE 5 winning ticket sold in Troy The investigation remains ongoing. Stay with NEWS10 as this story continues to develop.

Jewish synagogues receive bomb threat; police confirm no bombs found

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

CREVE COEUR -- The Creve Coeur Police responded to a bomb threat on December 17, and they confirmed they did not find a bomb. The threats, which were received through email, are currently under investigation.In a more detailed account, Creve Coeur PD officers were sent to three Jewish synagogues that had received threatening messages via email, suggesting there was a planted bomb in the buildings. Officers secured each synagogue and used canine units from both Creve Coeur PD and St. Louis County PD to conduct thorough searches. All the buildings were examined, and officers confirmed that there weren't any immediate threats. Craig Berube reflects on Blues coaching change, memories in St. Louis The Creve Coeur Police Department is still leading the investigation. Police are working to identify the sender(s) of the threatening messages and to determine if there is any connection to similar statements received by other synagogues across the country in recent times.FOX 2 will provide u...

NBA G League player in custody in connection with woman's Las Vegas disappearance: sources

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:45:21 GMT

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- An NBA G League player has been taken into custody in connection with a woman's Las Vegas disappearance, sources tell Nexstar's KLAS. Chance Comanche, 27, was in the Sacramento County Jail Saturday evening after a warrant for first-degree kidnapping was issued in Las Vegas Justice Court early Friday morning. Comanche was allegedly involved in the disappearance of Marayna Rodgers, 23, sources say.Rodgers, a medical assistant from Washington state, had been visiting Las Vegas with friends in early December, her family told KLAS. She hasn't been seen since December 6. While details of the investigation are limited, KLAS has confirmed that Comanche was taken into custody by an FBI apprehension team on Friday. Neither a criminal complaint or an arresting affidavit were immediately available for Comanche.Comanche was a member of the Stockton Kings, the G League affiliate of the Sacramento Kings. The team released Comanche on Friday. A team spokesperson declined to...