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US indicts Russians over hacking campaign against US intelligence officials and effort to interfere in UK election

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

(CNN) — The US Justice Department on Thursday announced charges against one Russian intelligence officer and one Russian IT worker for conducting a years-long cyber-espionage campaign against current and former US government officials, and interfering in a national election in the United Kingdom.In the UK, the two Russian operatives were part of “sustained unsuccessful attempts to interfere in UK political processes” over several years that hacked politicians, civil servants and journalists, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office said in a statement. British diplomats have summoned the Russian ambassador to the UK and condemned the alleged interference activity, Leo Docherty, a UK Foreign Office minister, said in a statement to parliament.The two Russian men — Ruslan Aleksandrovich Peretyatko, an officer with the FSB intelligence service, and IT worker Andrey Stanislavovich Korinets — also tried to hack nu...

Cold again tonight, then temps climb

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

It was cold out there today! It’ll be cold tonight, before we begin a day-to-day temperature climb. Highs reach the 50s this weekend. Although it comes with a strong front that will bring heavy rain and gusty wind late Sunday into Monday morning.Temperatures started off in the teens and 20s. There were a lot of clouds that helped cap high temperatures in the upper 20s/low 30s. Our average high this time of year is 45° in Boston, so today was certainly a taste of winter! Overnight, temperatures fall into the low/mid 20s. Tomorrow might feel better for you with highs near 40°/low 40s.A warm front lifts through late Friday into Saturday. This will usher in more mild air. Highs will be near 50° for the first half of the weekend. It’ll be nice for the Army – Navy game. You might not need the thick coat!High temperatures Sunday reach the upper 50s late in the day. This comes ahead of a strong front that brings heavy rain and gusty wind. Rain will arrive later Sunday and ...

Maura Healey says the number of people arriving in Massachusetts seeking shelter is ‘actually going down’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

The number of people arriving in Massachusetts seeking shelter is “actually going down,” Gov. Maura Healey said Thursday as federal lawmakers continued their push for more aid from the Biden administration.Emergency shelters reported 7,531 families staying at sites across the state, with 3,818 living in hotels and motels, 3,656 at traditional shelter sites, and 57 in temporary locations, according to data last updated Wednesday.Healey said the number of people arriving at Logan Airport “have really dropped significantly” and “things are better than they were before.”“I don’t know what that’s about entirely. Some of it, I think, has to do with the weather. We’ve had families who have been staying and housed in Florida and in Virginia, who left to come here, some of whom have now returned. So, you know, it’s a situation that’s very fluid,” Healey said during an interview with WBUR.After the interview, a Healey spokesperson said the state is seeing about 2...

4 takeaways from the Chicago Bulls’ 3rd straight win, including Coby White’s record-breaking 3-pointer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

The Chicago Bulls officially are rolling after picking up their third consecutive victory without Zach LaVine, beating the Charlotte Hornets 111-100 on Wednesday at the United Center.The Bulls are 3-1 without LaVine as he prepares to sit out an additional three to four weeks with a right foot injury. In his absence, the young core of the roster has combined with veterans DeMar DeRozan and Nikola Vučević to pick up the slack — and potentially turn the season around.Here are four takeaways from the win.1. Coby White broke a franchise record.In the midst of his most consistent shooting streak as an NBA player, White notched his name in the franchise history books with his ninth consecutive game with at least three 3-pointers. He entered the game tied with Lauri Markkanen for the longest streak.White hit his first 3 within the opening two minutes. He had a quieter night behind the arc than Saturday, when he made eight 3-pointers. But his third and final 3 in the third qu...

Source: Patriots claim experienced linebacker off waivers from Eagles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

The Patriots claimed linebacker Christian Elliss off waivers from the Eagles, a source told the Herald.The move will officially be processed on Friday since the Patriots play on Thursday night. The Patriots will need to free up a roster spot before Elliss is added to the team.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots elevate two skill players off practice squad ahead of Steelers game New England Patriots | Patriots-Steelers preview: What to watch for on Thursday Night Football New England Patriots | Four to watch: Struggling rookie, two veteran skill players among keys New England Patriots | Patriots might need help from practice squad based on injury report New England Patriots | Devin McCourty finds fault in Patriots organization for Mac Jones’ struggles Elliss actually started for the Eagles last week before being waived on Wednesday. The 6-foot-3, 231-pound linebacker has 21 tackles and t...

Boston City Council measure slaps ‘scofflaw’ landlords with $2,000 fines, up from $300

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

The Boston City Council approved a home rule petition that would raise the maximum fines for “scofflaw” landlords who flout local laws around property upkeep for the first time in 35 years, from $300 to $2,000 for each violation.The petition, approved Wednesday, is aimed at deterring owners who view the low fine structure as simply a “cost of doing business” in the city, rather than an incentive to avoid future code violations by cleaning up their properties. It would need the mayor’s signature before heading to the state Legislature.“We heard loud and clear from (city) departments that the $300 maximum was just ignored or just accepted as a cost of doing business in the city,” said Councilor Liz Breadon, who co-sponsored the measure.“We hope that in this process of raising the maximum fine to $2,000, that this will act as a strong deterrent and encourage more compliance.”Some of the major issues around these problem properties, Breadon said, are improper trash disposal and ro...

Patriots elevate two skill players off practice squad ahead of Steelers game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

The Patriots are calling on reserves from their practice squad ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Steelers.Quarterback/wide receiver Malik Cunningham and running back Kevin Harris were elevated from the practice squad Thursday afternoon.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Source: Patriots claim experienced linebacker off waivers from Eagles New England Patriots | Patriots-Steelers preview: What to watch for on Thursday Night Football New England Patriots | Four to watch: Struggling rookie, two veteran skill players among keys New England Patriots | Patriots might need help from practice squad based on injury report New England Patriots | Devin McCourty finds fault in Patriots organization for Mac Jones’ struggles Cunningham was elevated last week but didn’t play a single snap in a 6-0 loss to the Chargers on Sunday. He’ll serve as wide receiver depth behind DeVante Park...

Harvard, MIT, UPenn face Congressional investigation after ‘unacceptable’ testimony about antisemitism; rabbi resigns from Harvard committee

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

A Congressional committee has launched an investigation into Harvard University, MIT and the University of Pennsylvania after their campus leaders gave “unacceptable” testimony about antisemitism at a House hearing this week.The Republican-led House Committee on Education and the Workforce has announced that it’s opening a formal investigation into the learning environments, policies, and disciplinary procedures at the three elite universities.The presidents of Harvard, MIT and UPenn refused to characterize protesters’ calls for the genocide of Jews as a breach of the student code of conduct. Jewish and Israeli students have been threatened and assaulted on campuses since the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attacks.Following Tuesday’s explosive Congressional hearing, the House Committee on Education and the Workforce will now be seeking documents and disciplinary records from the three schools.“The testimony we received earlier this week from Presidents Gay, ...

Two babies infected with dangerous bacteria sometimes found in powdered infant formula

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

By JONEL ALECCIA (AP Health Writer)ST. LOUIS (AP) — The dangerous bacteria that sparked powdered formula recalls and shortages last year has infected two babies this year, killing a Kentucky child and causing brain damage in a Missouri infant.Federal health officials confirmed Thursday that two cases of invasive infections caused by cronobacter sakazakii have been reported in 2023, both in infants who consumed powdered infant formula made by Abbott Nutrition, the company at the center of the 2022 crisis. Food and Drug Administration officials said there was no evidence that the infections were linked to manufacturing and no reason to issue new recalls. The bacteria are found naturally in the environment and also can make their way into infant formula after the packaging is opened.“There is no indication of a broader public health concern related to this product at this time,” the FDA said in a statement. Kentucky health officials notified the Centers for Disease Co...

TIFF cuts 12 full-time staff members, cites pandemic and SAG-AFTRA strike as factors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:33:10 GMT

TORONTO — The Toronto International Film Festival shed 12 full-time staff members across various departments in a restructuring on Thursday.Judy Lung, TIFF’s vice-president of public relations and communications, cites setbacks from the pandemic and this year’s Hollywood strikes as factors.The cuts come three months after TIFF hosted a diminished edition of its annual September film showcase that lacked its usual star power due to the actors’ strike.The non-profit is also set to lose Bell as its leading sponsor at the end of this year.TIFF says it is conducting a “strategic review” of its business model in order to enhance its year-round and festival operations, with restructuring part of the initiative.Lung says TIFF values the work of the individuals cut and thanks them for their contributions to the organization.“Like many in the arts and entertainment sector, we are continuing to recover from the pandemic as well as the setback of this year’s SAG-AF...