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Portugal’s Socialists elect new leader after Costa’s resignation

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

Portugal’s Socialist Party (PS) chose Pedro Nuno Santos to lead the party in the next parliamentary elections following the resignation of Antonio Costa.The former infrastructure minister — backed mainly by the left wing of the progressive party — won the PS election on Saturday against Interior Minister Jose Luis Carneiro with 62 percent of the vote.On March 10, Nuno Santos, 46, will face Luis Montenegro of the center-right Social Democratic Party (PSD) in the snap election called after Costa’s decision to resign following a corruption probe launched in November against him and several members of his administration.Costa’s resignation also had repercussions in Brussels — where the former prime minister was considered a front-runner for one of the EU’s future top jobs.Most polls suggest a tight race between the PS and PSD, while the hard-right Chega party could increase its chances of disrupting Portugal’s two-party system.After his victory was announced Satu...

Report: Red Sox make huge offer to free agent RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

The bidding for top free agent starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is heating up, and the Red Sox are reportedly still in the mix.According to The Athletic’s Jim Bowden, the Red Sox and San Francisco Giants are making a strong push for the Japanese right-hander and have each made an offer in excess of $300 million.Bowden posted his initial report on X (formerly Twitter) and expanded upon it during an appearance on MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM Sunday morning.“I heard yesterday that the Giants and Red Sox, not only were making a strong late push and were legitimately in this thing, but that the number had gone over $300 (million),” Bowden said, adding that the exact figures aren’t known and that the $300 million may include the posting fee that would be paid to Yamamoto’s former Japanese club. “The one thing also I heard is teams are trying to give more years to get the (average annual value) down for the luxury tax, so don’t be surprised if ...

Free winter festivals in San Diego that are family friendly

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- The holiday season is in full swing and the City of San Diego recently announced a wave of free family friendly winter festivals.Several events are scheduled through December and into January, some that are holiday themed and others that are activity-filled. A ‘Scrippshenge’ parallel: Crescent moon winks above Oceanside Pier There are opportunities to play in the snow, watch movies, create crafts, enjoy cookies with Santa and more. The better news -- the events are free to attend.These winter festivals are planned at multiple recreation centers and parks throughout the city. Here's a look at the schedule: Balboa Park at Casa del Prado Patios A & B and Room 101: AgeWell Services will host its annual Craft Sale Sunday, Dec. 17, featuring everything from jewelry to handmade trinkets created by program participants. The event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.City Heights Recreation Center: Toys for Tots Distribution on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 18 and 19, from 4-6:30 p.m. each...

Power outage: SDG&E restores power to thousands in San Diego

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

Update: All power has since been restored, according the this outage map. SAN DIEGO -- San Diego Gas and Electric is reporting nearly 1,500 people are without power Saturday in the Rolando Village area.SDG&E is reporting on its outage map that 1,491 customers in the Rolando Village, College area are without power Saturday. Reports came in as early as 10 a.m. The map shows the affected area near El Cajon Boulevard and 62nd Street. According to the outage map, the estimated restoration time is 10:30 p.m. Fire destroys Oceanside mobile home, damages others There are also an additional 78 customers without power in the City Heights, Chollas Creek, Oak Park area. That estimated restoration time is also 10:30 p.m. SDG&E reports Saturday night crews have found a need to repair SDG&E equipment in order to restore power to those affected.Click here to report a power outage or to check the status of an outage. The utility company has tips on its website of what to do in the eve...

Top five tropical destinations Californians want to visit: study

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (KSWB) -- Though many seek out sunny California for their vacation getaways, where do those who live in the Golden State go for tropical vacations?Are Californians jet-setting to Bora Bora or hopping on a cruise to Jamaica? Researchers with review site wereviewresorts.com analyzed the Google search behaviors of each state to pinpoint which tropical destinations were searched for the most. Terms considered related to travel, such as "destination holiday" and "destination travel," among others. These California cities are among richest in US: report The study looked at the Google search traffic for a total of 156 tropical destination terms across every state in America, including California, to discover destinations with tropical climates Americans most want to visit. According to the review site, monthly search volumes were adjusted to reflect searches per 100,000 people, providing a standardized comparison across states with varying populations.For thos...

Federal agency quashes Georgia’s plan to let pharmacies sell medical marijuana

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

ATLANTA (AP) — Federal drug officials are warning Georgia to shelve its plans to be the first state to allow pharmacies to dispense medical marijuana products.News outlets report that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration on Nov. 27 warned pharmacies that dispensing medical marijuana violates federal law. The Georgia Board of Pharmacy began accepting applications to dispense the products in October. Licenses have already been issued to 23 Georgia independent pharmacies, the board said.The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, which oversees Georgia’s fledgling medical marijuana industry, said it can’t override the federal directive, even though pharmacies are allowed to dispense the products under state law.Andrew Turnage, the commission’s executive director, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution the state would love to see pharmacists be allowed to continue providing consultations for medical cannabis products as they do with other medication.In a memo...

3 bystanders were injured as police fatally shot a man who pointed his gun at a Texas bar

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Police in Texas are trying to determine who injured three bystanders as officers shot and killed a man who pointed a firearm at them at a bar in an Austin entertainment district.Police said three officers fired at the suspect, who was shot multiple times late Saturday night. Interim Police Chief Robin Henderson said they were still trying to determine who shot the bystanders. She said there were indications that the suspect also fired his gun.Henderson said an employee at the bar along Sixth Street had alerted police to a man with a firearm in the bar. Henderson said that when police approached him, he pulled out the firearm and pointed it at officers and bar patrons.The suspect has not yet been identified.Henderson said that one of the bystanders had critical injuries while the other two had injuries that were not life threatening.Per department protocol, the three officers involved in the shooting will be placed on administrative duty. Henderson said that vide...

Finland seeks jailing, probe of Russian man wanted in Ukraine over alleged war crimes in 2014-2015

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

HELSINKI (AP) — Finnish police on Sunday sought a court order to imprison a Russian man who had been living under an alias in the Nordic country and is accused of committing war crimes against wounded or surrendered soldiers in eastern Ukraine in 2014 and 2015.Yan Petrovsky, who had been living in Finland under the name Voislav Torden, is already in Finnish custody but authorities are asking that he be formally jailed while they conduct an investigation into his alleged crimes against Ukrainian soldiers. A court ruling on his imprisonment is expected on Monday.Finland’s Supreme Court has ruled that Petrovsky cannot be extradited to Ukraine, where he faces an arrest warrant, due to the risk of inhumane prison conditions there. Sunday’s decision indicates Finnish authorities plan to investigate and possibly try the Russian in Finland, which has signed treaties allowing it to try international crimes. Petrovsky is currently on the European Union’s sanctions list against Rus...

Prolific Chicago sculptor whose public works explored civil rights, Richard Hunt dies at 88

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Richard Hunt, a prolific Chicago artist who was the first Black sculptor to receive a solo retrospective at New York City’s Museum of Modern Art and whose public works drew praise from presidents, has died at age 88. Hunt “passed away peacefully” Saturday at his home, according to a statement posted on his website. No cause of death was given. During his career, Hunt created more than 160 commissioned pieces of public art that are displayed nationwide, including at libraries and college campuses. In Chicago, his 35-foot high stainless steel “Flight Forms” is at Midway International Airport. In 2021, his monument with bronze columns honoring the late civil rights icon Ida B. Wells was dedicated in the city’s Bronzeville neighborhood.“Richard’s legacy will live on for generations to come,” Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said in a Saturday evening statement. “A lifelong Chicagoan, his extraordinary career spanning 70 years leaves an indelible impact on our cit...

Luton captain Tom Lockyer is undergoing tests and scans after cardiac arrest during EPL game

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:48:12 GMT

LUTON, England (AP) — Luton captain Tom Lockyer was undergoing tests and scans at hospital on Sunday after suffering a cardiac arrest during a Premier League game, his club said. Lockyer, who collapsed during a game in May and underwent heart surgery, fell to the ground during Luton’s match against Bournemouth on Saturday, which was abandoned. “While our captain Tom Lockyer remains in hospital following the cardiac arrest he suffered on the pitch at Bournemouth yesterday, we understand that supporters are concerned for him and that there is widespread media interest in his condition,” Luton posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. “Tom is still undergoing tests and scans, and is awaiting the results before the next steps for his recovery are determined.”The 29-year-old Lockyer received about seven minutes of treatment from medical staff on the field at Bournemouth’s Vitality Stadium.The game was abandoned in the 65th minute, with the score 1-1.Lockyer is a center back who...