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AP PHOTOS: Devastation followed by desperation in Acapulco after Hurricane Otis rips through

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

ACAPULCO, Mexico (AP) — First came the devastation, then people’s desperation.Hurricane Otis blasted the Mexican tourist port of Acapulco like no other storm before in the Eastern Pacific. As a monstrous Category 5 meteor, with its 165 mph (266 kph) winds, it destroyed what if found on its path: large residential buildings, houses, hotels, roads and stores.Fallen trees and power line poles covered practically all the streets in this city of more than 1 million people. The walls and the roofs of buildings and houses were left partially or totally ripped off, while some cars were buried under debris.Otis made landfall in the middle of the night, and within hours people who survived the hurricane started looking for basic items and necessities. People took what they needed: diapers, food, water and toilet paper.Acapulco sits at the foot of steep mountains, and decades ago was where Hollywood stars traveled to enjoy its nightlife, sport fishing and cliff diving shows. But in recen...

Alliance of 3 ethnic rebel groups carries out coordinated attacks in northeastern Myanmar

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

BANGKOK (AP) — An alliance of ethnic rebel groups on Friday launched a coordinated offensive in northeastern Myanmar to seize military targets in areas near the Chinese border, the groups and residents of the area said.The Arakan Army, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army and the Ta’ang National Liberation Army, calling themselves the Three Brotherhood Alliance, said in a joint statement that they have begun “Operation 1027” in Myanmar’s Shan state. The offensive could become a new major front in the strife-torn Southeast Asian nation.Major coordinated attacks initiated by opponents of Myanmar’s military government are relatively rare, partly because the army has a great advantage in weaponry and trained manpower.“Our primary objectives in launching this operation are multi-faceted and driven by the collective desire to safeguard the lives of civilians, assert our right to self-defense, maintain control over our territory and respond resolutely to ongoing artillery at...

6 of 9 deputies charged in death of man beaten in Memphis jail plead not guilty

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Six corrections deputies pleaded not guilty Friday to charges ranging from murder to aggravated assault in the beating and death of a Black man who was having a psychotic episode in a Memphis jail last year.In all, nine Shelby County deputies were charged in September in the October 2022 death of Gershun Freeman, 33, who was an inmate at the county jail. Authorities said the jailers punched, kicked and kneeled on Freeman’s back during a confrontation after he ran from his jail cell. The beating was caught on jail video that was released to the public.Indictments show that Stevon Jones and Courtney Parham have been charged with second-degree murder and aggravated assault. Jones also has been charged with an additional count of assault. Seven other deputies have been charged with aggravated assault resulting in the death of another person. Those officers are Jeffrey Gibson, Anthony Howell, Damian Cooper, Ebonee Davis, Lareko Donwel Elliot and Chelsey Ducket...

Amazon, Intel rise; Ford, Chart Industries fall, Friday, 10/27/2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks that are trading heavily or have substantial price changes on Friday: Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN), up $10.12 to $129.62.The online retail giant reported strong third-quarter earnings and revenue.Intel Corp. (INTC), up $3.02 to $35.55.The world’s largest chipmaker gave investors a strong financial forecast for its current quarter.Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. (CMG), up $137.83 to $1,944.30.The Mexican food chain beat Wall Street’s third-quarter profit forecasts.Ford Motor Co. (F), down $1.08 to $10.27.The automaker reported weak third-quarter financial results.Deckers Outdoor Corp. (DECK), up $98.19 to $582.77.The maker of Ugg footwear reported strong fiscal second-quarter financial results.DexCom Inc. (DXCM), up $10.47 to $91.56.The medical device company raised its revenue forecast for the year.Sanofi (SNY), down $9.83 to $43.50.The drugmaker reported disappointing third-quarter financial results.Chart Industries Inc. (GTLS), $32.07 to $114.51.The equipment ma...

Jace Peterson replaces pitcher Slade Cecconi on Diamondbacks’ World Series roster, adding extra bat

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks added an extra bat for the World Series, putting Jace Peterson on the roster Friday and dropping pitcher Slade Cecconi for the matchup against the Texas Rangers.Texas went with the same 26 players from its AL Championship Series victory over the defending champion Houston Astros.Peterson, acquired from Oakland on July 31, appeared in two games in the NL Division Series against Milwaukee. In his only plate appearance, he grounded out as a pinch hitter for Evan Longoria in the eighth inning of 4-2 win over the Brewers that completed a three-game sweep. Peterson was a defensive replacement for Longoria at third base in the ninth inning of the opening 11-2 win.The 33-year-old, a veteran of 10 major league seasons, hit .211 with six home runs and 37 RBIs for the Athletics and Diamondbacks, including .183 with no homers and nine RBIs in 41 games and 106 plate appearances with Arizona.Cecconi, a 24-year-old right-hander who made is debut on ...

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried acknowledges in court that customers were hurt but denies fraud

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

In this courtroom sketch, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, right, is questioned by his attorney, Mark Cohen, left, as Judge Lewis Kaplan listens on the bench, center, during his trial in Manhattan federal court, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in New York. (Elizabeth Williams via AP)(AP/Elizabeth Williams) In this courtroom sketch, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, right, is questioned by his attorney, Mark Cohen, left, as Judge Lewis Kaplan listens on the bench, center, during his trial in Manhattan federal court, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, in New York. (Elizabeth Williams via AP)(AP/Elizabeth Williams) NEW YORK (AP) — FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried testified at his New York trial on Friday, denying that he defrauded anyone but...

Arapahoe Basin first ski area to open for 2023 season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Ski season is officially beginning this weekend in Colorado.Arapahoe Basin in Dillon announced Friday that it will open to the public on Sunday, Oct. 29 at 8:30 a.m. 2023 Colorado ski resorts opening dates This makes Arapahoe Basin the first ski area in Colorado to open for the 2023 season. It was also the first area to open for skiers last year, opening on Oct. 23.Other areas may be opening soon, as several started making snow weeks ago and Mother Nature is expected to bring more snowfall to the state this weekend.Snow could begin in the mountains as early as Friday evening, and could keep falling in the high country all weekend. A winter storm warning has been issued for mountain areas like Vail and Aspen, bringing some 8 to 24 inches of snow.As for the Front Range, snow is expected to move in Saturday afternoon sticking around through midday Sunday. Denver could see 2 to 5 inches of snow accumulation. New ski area to open on the Front Range Denver, Colorado w...

Authorities scour woods, water and homes searching for suspect in Maine mass shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

LEWISTON, Maine (AP) — Authorities scoured the woods and hundreds of acres of family-owned property, sent dive teams with sonar to the bottom of a river and scrutinized a possible suicide note Friday in the second day of their intensive search for an Army reservist accused of fatally shooting 18 people and wounding 13 at a bowling alley and a bar in Maine.Nearly two days after the shooting, law enforcement officials gave no indication that they have any leads on Robert Card's whereabouts. During a lengthy news conference absent of any major developments, Maine Department of Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sauschuck would only say that authorities are leaving all their options open.A police officer gives an order to the public during a manhunt at a farm for the suspect in this week's deadly mass shootings, Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, in Lisbon, Maine. Police are still searching for the man who killed at least 18 in separate shootings at a bowling alley and restaurant in Lewiston on Wed...

Photos: Denver Zoo adopts a new tiger

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Less than a month after the Denver Zoo euthanized the leader of its African lion pride due to health complications, the zoo welcomed another cat to the Denver family. On Thursday, the Denver Zoo tweeted sneak peek photos of the pretty kitty.New tiger at the Denver Zoo (Shared by the Denver Zoo)New tiger at the Denver Zoo (Shared by the Denver Zoo)His name is Viktor and he's not much of a kitty anymore. He's 12 years old, and his species is 9-12 feet long and weighs 400-700 pounds. He's an Amur tiger, which is the largest living cat in the world.Amur tigers can have claws up to 4 inches and canine teeth that are longer than any other predator at 2.5-3 inches. Photos: Denver Zoo animals receiving medical treatment With the cold temperatures coming in, Viktor will feel right at home. His species comes from southeastern Siberia, northeast China, the Russian Far East and northern regions of North Korea.His body is made for the snow. These tigers have thicker f...

Over $1.5 million in liquor stolen from distributor in Hillsborough County recovered in Hialeah

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:41:28 GMT

HIALEAH/ HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WSVN) – Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested one individual and are actively seeking a second suspect in connection with the theft of more than a million dollars’ worth of liquor.According to authorities, between Between July 7 and July 10, a group of suspects targeted a liquor distribution center in Gibsonton, making off with approximately $1.6 million in stolen liquor loaded onto at least two semi-trailers.WANTED: Ruth Melly Cardero is wanted by HCSO for her alleged involvement (HCSO)ARRESTED: Miguel Angel Artiles Rivas was arrested for his alleged involvement (HCSO)Courtesy Hillsborough County Sheriff’s OfficeThrough investigative efforts, it was determined that the stolen liquor had been transported to South Florida. Working with Florida Highway Patrol and local law enforcement agencies, HCSO detectives located a storage facility in Hialeah, where more than $1.5 million in stolen liquor was recovered ...