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Survivors are found in homes smashed by Japan quake that killed 98 people. Dozens are still missing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

WAJIMA, Japan (AP) — A woman was pulled carefully from the rubble 72 hours after a series of powerful quakes started rattling Japan’s western coast. Despite rescue efforts, the death toll has grown to at least 98 people.The number of missing was lowered to 211 as of Saturday, after it shot up two days ago. An older man was found alive Wednesday in a collapsed home in Suzu, one of the hardest-hit cities in Ishikawa Prefecture. His daughter called out, “Dad, dad,” as a flock of firefighters got him out on a stretcher, praising him for holding on for so long after Monday’s 7.6 magnitude earthquake.Others were forced to wait while rescuers searched for loved ones.Ishikawa officials said 59 of those who died were in the city of Wajima and 23 were in Suzu, while the others were reported in five neighboring towns. More than 500 people have been injured, at least 27 seriously.The Earthquake Research Institute at the University of Tokyo found that the sandy coastline in western Japan shifted...

Obioha puts up 21 as Niagara defeats Manhattan 81-67

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

RIVERDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Harlan Obioha had 21 points in Niagara’s 81-67 victory against Manhattan on Friday night.Obioha also contributed 16 rebounds for the Purple Eagles (5-8, 1-2 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference). Braxton Bayless added 20 points while going 8 of 12 and 4 of 4 from the free throw line, and he also had seven assists. Kwane Marble II had 11 points and shot 4 of 5 from the field and 3 for 4 from the line.Shaquil Bender scored 30 points and made five 3-pointers for the Jaspers (4-8, 1-2). Seydou Traore added 11 points and six rebounds for Manhattan. Briggs McClain also had nine points.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill returns to practice two days after fire at his home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill returned to practice Friday, two days after a fire at his South Florida home.Hill was at practice Wednesday when he was notified of the blaze at his house, which is located in Southwest Ranches about 30 miles northwest of Miami. He was given a personal day Thursday.An investigation by the Davie Fire Rescue Department found the fire was started by a child playing with a cigarette lighter in a bedroom. Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told reporters Wednesday that some family members were home at the time of the fire, but everyone got out safely.Davie Fire Marshal Robert Taylor told The Associated Press the investigation is closed. Hill has not commented on the matter.Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Friday that he and the team are supporting Hill.“Your home is burning and then you go back and see it and there’s a loss there,” McDaniel said. “Yes, thankfully there’s insurance and things like that. But it’s not as easy as tha...

Berthoud residents frustrated with 'excessive speeding' on US 287 after fatal crash

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

BERTHOUD, Colo. (KDVR) -- Some Berthoud residents are upset over what they call excessive speeding on the stretch of highway between Longmont and Berthoud.This comes after a horrific scene Friday morning where two people were killed in a car crash in Larimer County. US 287 reopens after 2 crashes, 1 deadly, in Boulder County FOX31 learned a firefighter was on their way to the scene when they witnessed a second crash involving a Larimer County Sheriff's Office deputy. The agency said the deputy was not injured.Listening to the whizz of cars is nothing new for Ginger Blasi.“People are driving way too fast on this road," said Blasi.She has lived in the area for two years and in that time seen a fair share of crashes. “There have been three dramatic wrecks on the corner," she said.The most recent crash was reported just before 8:40 a.m. Friday to the Berthoud Fire Protection District. FOX31 was told one of the district's first responders saw smoke coming from the crash as they were he...

Amazon delivery driver carjacked in NW Miami-Dade, police say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

Police are looking for a subject accused of carjacking an Amazon delivery driver in Northwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Police units responded to the scene of the incident in the area of 104th Terrace and 25th Avenue, just after 7:30 p.m., Friday.According to investigators, the delivery driver left the vehicle running while she delivered a package.All of a sudden, detectives said, she heard a noise behind her, turned around and saw someone inside her car.Police said the victim tried opening the door but couldn’t. Moments later, the subject opened the door, pushed the woman down and drove off.Detectives are now looking for a Nissan Versa and the driver who stole it.If you have any information on this carjacking or the subject’s whereabouts, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

Wayne LaPierre announces resignation as leader of the NRA days ahead of civil trial

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

(CNN) — Wayne LaPierre, the leader of the National Rifle Association of America who served for decades as a fierce protector of the Second Amendment, advocating for firearms owners and manufacturers, announced his resignation on Friday – days before his civil trial is set to begin.LaPierre is stepping down as executive vice president and chief executive officer, effective January 31, the NRA said in a statement.Andrew Arulanandam, an NRA executive and head of general operations, will become the interim CEO and executive vice president of the organization, the NRA said on its website.“With pride in all that we have accomplished, I am announcing my resignation from the NRA,” LaPierre said in a statement released by the group. “I’ve been a card-carrying member of this organization for most of my adult life, and I will never stop supporting the NRA and its fight to defend Second Amendment freedom. My passion for our cause burns as deeply as ever.”LaPierre cited health reasons,...

Ayanna Pressley, Make-A-Wish surprise local student with trip to Spelman College in Atlanta

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

A dream came true for one 17-year-old girl from Lexington Friday as Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley and the Make-A-Wish Foundation told her they would be fulfilling her wish of traveling to Atlanta to tour Spelman College. Ariana Hargrove suffers from lupus and was referred to the Make-A-Wish program last year. Less than a year later, her friends, family and doctors all gathered at Make-A-Wish’s Boston office to watch her wish come true. “She’s an inspiration,” Pressley said. “On her worst days, she has just kept that indomitable spirit, kept her joy. And that is just so inspiring.”Hargrove said she has admired Congresswoman Pressley for a long time. Pressley, though, said it is Hargrove that she looks up to. “The more I learned about her, the more I said ‘She’s my hero,’” Pressley said. Hargrove is passionate about social activism and is interested in curbing bullying and racism in schools. She said she wanted to take advantage of the Make-A-Wish pr...

Defense Secretary Austin has been hospitalized since Jan. 1, but Pentagon kept the news quiet

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

By LOLITA C. BALDOR (Associated Press)WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has been hospitalized since Monday, due to complications following a minor elective medical procedure, Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, the Pentagon press secretary, said Friday. It was the department’s first acknowledgement that Austin had been admitted — five days earlier — to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.Ryder said Friday that it’s not clear when Austin will be released from the hospital, but said the secretary is “recovering well,” adding that he expected “to resume his full duties” Friday.The Pentagon’s failure to disclose Austin’s hospitalization is counter to normal practice with other senior U.S. and Cabinet officials, including the president. The Pentagon Press Association, which represents media members who cover the Defense Department, sent a letter of protest to Ryder and Chris Meagher, the assistant defens...

Death toll reaches 100 as survivors are found in homes smashed by western Japan earthquakes

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

WAJIMA, Japan (AP) — The death toll from a major earthquake in western Japan reached 100 Saturday, as rescue workers fought aftershocks to carefully pull people from the rubble.Deaths had reached 98 earlier in the day, but two more deaths were reported in Anamizu, while officials in Ishikawa prefecture, the hardest-hit region, held their daily meeting to discuss strategy and damages.Some survivors who had clung to life for days were freed from collapsed homes. A man was pulled out 72 hours after a series of powerful quakes started rattling Japan’s western coast.The number of missing was lowered to 211 as of Saturday, after it shot up two days ago. An older man was found alive Wednesday in a collapsed home in Suzu, one of the hardest-hit cities in Ishikawa Prefecture. His daughter called out, “Dad, dad,” as a flock of firefighters got him out on a stretcher, praising him for holding on for so long after Monday’s 7.6 magnitude earthquake.Others were forced to wait while rescuers searc...

Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Oregon after window and chunk of fuselage blow out

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:10:53 GMT

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing in Oregon on Friday after a window and chunk of its fuselage blew out in mid-air, media reports said.A passenger sent KATU-TV a photo showing what appears to be an exit row missing a door and window. It was not immediately clear if anyone was injured. Alaska Airlines did not immediately return an email from The Associated Press message seeking information.The flight left Portland for Ontario, California, at 4:52 p.m. but returned just before 5:30 p.m.KPTV-TV reports photos sent in by a passenger showed a large section of the airplane’s fuselage was missing. The FAA did not immediately respond to an email request for information.The Boeing 737-9 MAX rolled off the assembly line and received its certification just two months ago, according to online FAA records.The Associated Press