Freddie Freeman gets standing ovation in return to Dodgers after ‘scariest days’ of life
Freddie Freeman returned to the Los Angeles Dodgers Monday night after missing nearly two weeks to be with his family after his son had a medical scare. When Freeman entered the Dodgers’ clubhouse Monday, his teammates were all wearing Dodger blue shirts that said “#MaxStrong.” Freeman received one himself. Freddie Freeman of the Los Angeles Dodgers wears a “#MaxStrong” T-shirt prior to a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Dodger Stadium Aug. 5, 2024, in Los Angeles. Freeman went 1-for-4 with a single and received a standing ovation ahead of his first at-bat, when he got emotional. National League first baseman Freddie Freeman of the Los Angeles Dodgers with wife Chelsea during the Red Carpet Show at L.A. Live.
Source:Fox News
August 07, 2024 11:25 UTC
Federal indictment accuses 15 people of trafficking drugs from Mexico and distributing in Minnesota
Federal authorities have indicted 15 people on charges of trafficking illegal drugs from Mexico and distributing them in Minnesota, including a man from that state they identified as leader of the operationFederal indictment accuses 15 people of trafficking drugs from Mexico and distributing in MinnesotaBISMARCK, N.D. -- Federal authorities said Tuesday they have indicted 15 people on charges of trafficking illegal drugs from Mexico and distributing them in Minnesota, including a man from that state they identified as the leader of the operation. The others named in the indictment face a variety of charges including conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and possession- and distribution-related drug offenses. Authorities say they were living and distributing drugs in Minnesota, according to a federal prosecutor's memo to the court. After his drug-related arrest in 2019, Ward fled to Mexico where he established ties with the Sinaloa and CJNG drug cartels and built an international drug trafficking organization, Luger said. Members of his network transported the drugs from Mexico in shipping containers, private vehicles and semi-trailers, he said.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 11:24 UTC
How a jobs protest toppled Bangladesh’s iron lady
“Who should get benefits if not the families of freedom fighters," Hasina said at a press conference last month. The inflammatory word turned a protest that had been narrowly focused on economic grievances into a movement that channeled broader suppressed rage over Hasina’s governance. Hasina spent years in exile in India, before eventually returning to Bangladesh and taking over the Awami League party. Many protesters seized on the collaborator term as a badge of honor, turning it into a protest slogan: “Who are you? A minister in the Hasina government said that the shooting was unlawful and that it was investigating the incident.
Source:Wall Street Journal
August 07, 2024 11:16 UTC
Opinion: Catherine Rampell: We’re likely not in a recession — but we could talk ourselves into one
But we could well talk ourselves into one. A stock market tailspin that began Friday has now spun past the weekend. On Monday, Japanese stocks fell a shocking 12%, their sharpest sell-off since Black Monday in 1987. And the S&P 500, a broad measure of U.S. stocks, sank 3%, on top of losses last week. Read the full opinion at The Washington Post.
Source:Washington Post
August 07, 2024 11:13 UTC
The New York Times Company Reports Second-Quarter 2024 Results
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) announced today that its second-quarter 2024 financial results are available on The New York Times Company’s investor relations website at investors.nytco.com. As previously announced, The New York Times Company will host its earnings conference call today at 8:00 a.m. E.T. A live webcast of the earnings conference call will be available at investors.nytco.com. An archive of the webcast will be available beginning about two hours after the call at investors.nytco.com. About The New York Times CompanyThe New York Times Company (NYSE: NYT) is a trusted source of quality, independent journalism whose mission is to seek the truth and help people understand the world.
Source:New York Times
August 07, 2024 11:07 UTC
Video Mike Africa Jr.'s first-hand insider account of the 1985 Philadelphia MOVE bombing
Mike Africa Jr.'s first-hand insider account of the 1985 Philadelphia MOVE bombing ABC News’ Phil Lipof speaks with speaker, writer and activist Mike Africa Jr. about his new book, “On A Move: Philadelphia's Notorious Bombing And A Native Son's Lifelong Battle For Justice.”
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:47 UTC
Video Myha’la and Marisa Abela talk 'Industry' season 3
Myha’la and Marisa Abela talk 'Industry' season 3 Actors Myha’la and Marisa Abela give a sneak peek into the highly anticipated third season of “Industry", and talk about their roles as ambitiously fierce young women in finance.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:45 UTC
Why the Border Patrol Went MAGA
While the Border Patrol union has become more powerful than ever, the agency has become notorious for recklessness, and rank-and-file agents are leaving en masse. He retired from the Border Patrol in May 2023, but stayed on as union president. He stood by his side in January 2017 when Trump called for hiring thousands more Border Patrol agents. “I have good friends in the Border Patrol who are staunch and dedicated Democrats,” he says. Read the rest of our Border Patrol investigation here.
Source:Fox News
August 07, 2024 10:20 UTC
Video Giant pandas become newest members of the San Diego Zoo
Giant pandas become newest members of the San Diego Zoo Two giant pandas from China are joining the San Diego Zoo, with one of them being the grandchild of another panda that was part of the zoo's pioneering efforts.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:14 UTC
Video Hydraulic system failure forces Alaska Airlines flight make emergency landing
Hydraulic system failure forces Alaska Airlines flight make emergency landing Alaska Airlines plane diverted to Portland after declaring a midflight emergency due to a hydraulic issue and possible loss of steering. The jet's front tire visibly shook during the runway taxi.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:13 UTC
Video US arrests Pakistani national for alleged plot to kill Trump, sources say
US arrests Pakistani national for alleged plot to kill Trump, sources say The Justice Department charged a Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran, accusing him of plotting political assassinations, prompting increased security for Donald Trump, according to sources.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:10 UTC
Video 1,000s of flights disrupted as Tropical Storm Debby rolls in
1,000s of flights disrupted as Tropical Storm Debby rolls in Over 30,000 delays and cancellations have been reported across the country since Sunday. Specifically, there were 2,400 cancellations on Sunday, 1,800 yesterday and over 1,200 on Tuesday.
Source:ABC News
August 07, 2024 10:10 UTC
Video: East coast bracing for second wave of historic rains brought by Tropical Storm Debby
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Source:CNN
August 07, 2024 10:09 UTC
How Amazon’s NFL Package Helped It Win NBA Rights Over Warner’s TNT
Disney beat its own timeframe to reach streaming profits in an upbeat June quarter that also saw a big contribution from Inside Out 2. For well over a year, the company’s promised a streaming swing to the black in the 2024 fiscal fourth quarter but …
Source:Wall Street Journal
August 07, 2024 10:08 UTC