US forces kill alleged attackers after Yemen’s Houthi rebels fire at a cargo ship in the Red Sea

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

US forces kill alleged attackers after Yemen’s Houthi rebels fire at a cargo ship in the Red Sea BEIRUT (AP) — The U.S. military said Sunday that its forces opened fire on Houthi rebels after they attacked a cargo ship in the Red Sea, killing several of them in an escalation of the maritime conflict linked to the war in Gaza.In a series of statements, the U.S. Central Command said the crew of the USS Gravely destroyer first shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired at the Singapore-flagged Maersk Hangzhou late Saturday after the vessel reported getting hit by a missile earlier that evening as it sailed through the Southern Red Sea. Four small boats then attacked the same cargo ship with small arms fire early Sunday and rebels tried to board the vessel, the U.S. Navy said. Next, the USS Gravely and helicopters from the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier responded to the Maersk Hangzhou’s distress call and issued verbal warnings to the attackers, who responded by firing on the helicopters.“The U.S. Navy helicopters returned fire in self-defense,” sinking three...

Today in Sports – Michigan beats Stanford 49-0 in the first Rose Bowl

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Today in Sports – Michigan beats Stanford 49-0 in the first Rose Bowl Jan. 11902 — Michigan beats Stanford 49-0 in the first Rose Bowl. Neil Snow scores four touchdowns in a game that ends with eight minutes to play. The Wolverines earned the nickname as the “Point a Minute” team, having scored 501 points in their ten games. The next Rose Bowl game does not occur until 1916.1916 — Washington State beats Brown 14-0 in the return of the Rose Bowl. Brown halfback Fritz Pollard, the first African-American to play in the Rose Bowl, gains just 47 yards in the rain-soaked game. After a scoreless first half, Washington State scores on short runs by Ralph Boone and Carl Dietz.1934 — Columbia upsets Stanford 7-0 in the Rose Bowl when Al Barabas scores in the third quarter on a 17-yard hidden-ball play.1935 — Bucknell beats Miami 26-0 in the first Orange Bowl.1935 — Tulane beats Temple 20-14 in the first Sugar Bowl. The Green Wave complete a 14-0 comeback when Temple defender Horace Mowery tips a pass into the direction of Dick Hardy, who takes it in to the end ...

Sports on TV for Monday, January 1

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Sports on TV for Monday, January 1 (All times Eastern)Schedule subject to change and/or blackoutsMonday, January 1COLLEGE FOOTBALL12 p.m.ESPN2 — The ReliaQuest Bowl: Wisconsin vs. LSU, Tampa, Fla.SECN — The ReliaQuest Bowl: Wisconsin vs. LSU, Tampa, Fla. (Command Center)1 p.m.ABC — The Cheez-It Citrus Bowl: Iowa vs. Tennessee, Orlando, Fla.ESPN — The Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Liberty vs. Oregon, Glendale, Ariz.ESPNU — The Vrbo Fiesta Bowl: Liberty vs. Oregon, Glendale, Ariz. (Command Center)5 p.m.ESPN — College Football Playoff Semifinal: The Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Michigan, Pasadena, Calif.ESPN2 — College Football Playoff Semifinal: The Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Michigan, Pasadena, Calif. (Field Pass with The Pat McAfee Show)ESPNEWS — College Football Playoff Semifinal: The Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Michigan, Pasadena, Calif. (SkyCast)ESPNU — College Football Playoff Semifinal: The Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Michigan, Pasadena, Calif. (Command Center)SECN — College Football Playoff Semifinal: The Rose Bowl: Alabama vs. Michigan, Pasa...

En 2024 los estados promulgarán nuevas leyes sobre salarios, impuestos e incluso dados de peluche

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

En 2024 los estados promulgarán nuevas leyes sobre salarios, impuestos e incluso dados de peluche Los dados de felpa finalmente podrán colgarse libremente en Illinois.A partir del lunes, la policía ya no podrá detener a los conductores únicamente porque tengan algo colgando del espejo retrovisor del parabrisas. Eso significa ambientadores, carteles de estacionamiento y, sí, incluso esos dados son un juego limpio para colgar.La regla revisada sobre parabrisas de Illinois es una de las cientos de nuevas leyes que entrarán en vigencia con el nuevo año en estados de todo Estados Unidos. Si bien algunas pueden parecer un poco vulgares, otras tienen efectos prácticos reales o tocan temas controvertidos como restricciones sobre armas y tratamientos médicos para personas transgénero.Aunque la ley de parabrisas original de Illinois tenía como objetivo mejorar la seguridad vial, algunos llegaron a verla como una excusa para detener a los conductores. La nueva ley todavía prohíbe los objetos que obstruyan la visión del conductor, pero prohíbe a los agentes del orden realizar paradas o regi...

Dozens take over Miami-Dade County streets with dangerous car stunts

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Dozens take over Miami-Dade County streets with dangerous car stunts Dozens gathered overnight in two parts of Miami-Dade County for road recklessness. At a Northwest Miami-Dade intersection early Sunday morning, a ring of fire ignited between 17th Avenue and 95th Street as two cars and a motorcycle performed dangerous stunts around the flames.Another similar takeover occurred in Southwest Miami-Dade.Crowds caused bursts of trouble between Southwest 40th Street and 67th Avenue.7News has yet to hear back from Miami-Dade Police after reaching out to Miami-Dade police on both matters.

Healthy-scratch Trent Brown among Patriots’ Week 17 inactives vs. Bills

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Healthy-scratch Trent Brown among Patriots’ Week 17 inactives vs. Bills Patriots left tackle Trent Brown is inactive Sunday against the Bills despite having been removed from the injury report Friday.The Patriots gave Brown a pay bump worth $2 million in added incentives in September with the goal to keep him on the field. Since Brown missed time with knee and ankle injuries at midseason, meaning he wouldn’t receive all of his increased pay, they’ve had trouble keeping him motivated over the final weeks of the season, according to a source.Brown has been more outspoken with the media in recent weeks, as well. He was upset about a report from Sports Illustrated that he’s “perpetually late.” He’ll be a free agent after the season.Vederian Lowe and Andrew Stueber, who was elevated from the practice squad Saturday, are the Patriots’ available left tackles. Stueber is set to make his NFL debut if he gets on the field.Here’s the full list of Patriots inactives:S Jabrill PeppersQB Nathan Rourke (emergency third Q...

Woman killed after SUV plummets from I-805 in Chula Vista

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Woman killed after SUV plummets from I-805 in Chula Vista CHULA VISTA, Calif. -- A driver was killed after crashing her vehicle on Interstate 805 in Chula Vista Saturday, authorities said.According to California Highway Patrol, a 60-year-old woman from Anaheim was traveling southbound on I-805, north of East Naples Street, around 10:25 a.m. when she lost control of the vehicle for unknown reasons. Enforcement results: Chula Vista Police hold Friday night DUI checkpoint CHP said the Nissan crashed into a concrete wall and then fell onto East Naples Street. The woman sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Her passenger, a 60-year-old man from Anaheim, was transported to a local hospital with major injuries. A toxicology report is pending through the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office to determine if alcohol/and or drugs were a factor. The identity of the deceased woman is being withheld at this time.East Naples Street was temporarily closed while CHP investigated the crash site. The cause of the crash and th...

Quebec asks public to be prudent, avoid ERs if possible, amid continued overcrowding

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Quebec asks public to be prudent, avoid ERs if possible, amid continued overcrowding MONTREAL — The Quebec government is asking the public to be prudent as they celebrate the New Year and take steps to avoid the transmission of respiratory viruses at a time when hospitals remain crowded. The Health Department says people should stay home if they have a fever and is encouraging people to wear a mask if they have symptoms of a respiratory virus.It issued a news release Saturday saying people with minor illness should consider accessing health-care through other services instead of going to the ER. It says the majority of patients who go to hospital ERs don’t require that level of care.According to health information website Index Santé, The province’s emergency rooms are currently at 121 per cent of capacity.Average occupancy rates in Quebec ERs have been above 100 per cent every day since Dec. 27, following a four-day period when average occupancy rates dropped below 100 per cent for the first time since Nov. 12.This report by The Canadian Press was first...

California law banning most firearms in public is taking effect as the legal fight over it continues

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

California law banning most firearms in public is taking effect as the legal fight over it continues LOS ANGELES (AP) — A California law that bans people from carrying firearms in most public places will take effect on New Year’s Day, even as a court case continues to challenge the law.A U.S. district judge issued a ruling Dec. 20 to block the law from taking effect, saying it violates the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and deprives people of their ability to defend themselves and their loved ones.But on Saturday, a federal appeals court put a temporary hold on the district judge’s ruling. The appeals court decision allows the law to go into effect as the legal fight continues. Attorneys are scheduled to file arguments to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals in January and in February.The law, signed by Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom, prohibits people from carrying concealed guns in 26 places including public parks and playgrounds, churches, banks and zoos. The ban applies regardless of whether the person has a permit to carry a concealed weapon. One exception is f...

Woman, 19, dies in shooting at Mississauga nightclub

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 13:04:23 GMT

Woman, 19, dies in shooting at Mississauga nightclub A 19-year-old woman has died after a shooting at a Mississauga nightclub.Peel police say they responded to the shooting in the area of Dixie Road and Eglinton Avenue East just after 1:30 a.m. Sunday morning. The victim was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries where she was pronounced dead. Police spokesperson Const. Mandeep Khatra said the woman was standing on a sidewalk outside the nightclub when she was shot.There is no suspect description at this time.Police have said there is no threat to public safety. The investigation is ongoing.With files from The Canadian Press