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Voters cast ballots in a Bangladesh election marred by violence and an opposition boycott

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

DHAKA (AP) — Voters in Bangladesh began casting their ballots Sunday as polls opened in an election fraught with violence and a boycott from the main opposition party, paving the way for Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Awami League to seize a fourth consecutive term.Authorities said at least 18 arson attacks were reported across the country since late Friday, with 10 of them targeting polling places. Four people died Friday in an arson attack on a passenger train heading toward the capital, Dhaka. The incidents have intensified tensions ahead of the parliamentary elections that the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Party and its allied groups said they would shun.Campaigning in the South Asian nation of 169 million has been marred with violence as at least 15 people have been killed in recent months. Hostilities reached a boiling point in late October, after a massive rally in Dhaka by the BNP saw clashes with police. As the election neared, authorities blamed much of the viole...

City of Harvey responds after allegations that apartment building was boarded while tenants were still inside

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

HARVEY, Ill. — The City of Harvey is responding to allegations from residents who claim that apartments in the city were boarded up while tenants were still inside. Videos circulating on social media on Friday night reportedly showed crews boarding up an apartment building near East 145th Street and South Halsted Street.In a statement shared on Saturday, a spokesperson for the City of Harvey said the buildings at 14437 Halsted Street had been declared unlivable, and evacuation was mandatory by Oct. 28. City officials said the notice to the property owners also emphasized the responsibility to communicate the information to tenants. Investigation underway after man fatally hit by car in Park City "The property owners were officially notified in writing that the building's structural integrity had surpassed its life expectancy, and evacuation was mandatory by October 28, 2023," the statement read in part. The city said it did not evict anyone during the process, but instead "communi...

FireWolves fend off Thunderbirds to stay unbeaten

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With every game, the Albany FireWolves' storybook start to the season becomes more and more improbable. On the heels of an overtime victory in Saskatchewan on New Year's Eve, Glenn Clark's squad opened up 2024 in style with a come-from-behind victory at home against the Halifax Thunderbirds Saturday night, improving their NLL-best record to a perfect 5-0.Saturday's 12-10 win was just the latest show of resilience from the youngest team in the league. Albany has now overcome two fourth-quarter deficits this season, and prevailed against the Rush last Sunday even after blowing a five-goal lead."Their composure...it almost looks and feels like a veteran team, where they've got this confidence; they don't really get rattled. They just keep playing," said Clark. "It was (Sam) Firth today making big plays. And (Alex) Simmons was having a bit of a tough night in terms of scoring, but he found a way. And other guys contributed, which has sort of been our calling car...

Local hardware store talks winter storm prep

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

BRUNSWICK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The first winter storm finally arrived in the Capital Region. Before it started, customers made some last-minute stops at Hatchet Hardware Ace. "Well finally we're getting some snow. Which is good for us because we sell all the safety items that people are going to need. We have everything here in abundance," stated Assistant Store Manager, Scott Ross. 01/06/2023: Snowstorm Video Update From salt to snow blowers, Ross has the store ready. Even if you don't have to shovel at home, he says preparing with emergency kits and other supplies are just as important. "It's really smart no matter where you're going, even if it's just a short trip. Have hats, gloves, and coats in the car to keep you warm incase you get stuck in a breakdown." Though drivers will want to be careful on the road, some shoppers are looking forward to staying home.  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Definitely loo...

Crash leaves vehicle crushed under semi-truck on 10 Freeway

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

One person was hospitalized after their vehicle was found crushed under a semi-truck on a Redlands freeway Saturday.Redlands fire crews responded to a collision on the eastbound lanes of the 10 Freeway near the Ford Street exit at around 5:45 a.m.Arriving crews found a small four-door sedan completely wedged underneath the trailer of a parked semi-truck on the side of the freeway.The driver was trapped inside the sedan, requiring crews to use the jaws of life to cut the vehicle away from the driver. One person was hospitalized after a vehicle was found crushed under a semi-truck on the 10 Freeway in Redlands freeway on Jan. 6, 2024. (Redlands Fire Department)One person was hospitalized after a vehicle was found crushed under a semi-truck on the 10 Freeway in Redlands freeway on Jan. 6, 2024. (Redlands Fire Department)One person was hospitalized after a vehicle was found crushed under a semi-truck on the 10 Freeway in Redlands freeway on Jan. 6, 2024. (Redlands Fire Department)One pe...

Chevron reports flaring incident at Richmond refinery

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

By Bay City NewsThe Chevron refinery in Richmond notified the city of a Level 1 incident due to flaring Saturday afternoon, city officials said.The episode occurred around 3:30 p.m. and flaring is no longer occurring, the city said in a statement.“There is no public health risk at this time, however residents might smell an odor in the area of the refinery,” the city said.A Level 1 incident is the least severe step of a three-tier Community Warning System. It means there are no anticipated offsite impacts.Chevron has been issued repeated notices of air quality violations connected to flaring at the Richmond refinery.

New California gun law on concealed carry blocked by judge once again

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

(FOX40.COM) -- A California law forbidding residents of the state from carrying guns in most public spaces has once again been blocked from taking effect. At least for now.On Saturday, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against last week's decision to allow the law to temporarily go into effect in 2024.Video Above: California concealed carry weapons law to go into effect, judge rulesSigned by Governor Gavin Newsom in September, the law known as SB2 would have banned Californians, including those with concealed carry weapons permits, or CCWs, from carrying firearms in 26 types of public places such as parks, sports stadiums, hospitals, and houses of worship. Flights at Bay Area airports affected by grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 planes The law also implements new guidelines for Californians seeking to obtain a concealed carry weapons permit, including a requirement to be at least 21 years old, provide character references, and go through a background check.The latest ruling allo...

Montembeault makes 45 saves, Caulfield scores in shootout in Canadiens’ 4-3 win over Rangers

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

MONTREAL (AP) — Samuel Montembeault made 45 saves and stopped all three shootout attempts, Cole Caufield scored the lone goal in the tiebreaker and the Montreal Canadiens held off the New York Rangers 4-3 on Saturday night.Brendan Gallagher, Sean Monahan, Joel Armia scored to give Montreal a 3-0 lead early in the second period. In the shootout, Mika Zibanejad attempted a one-handed deke only for the sprawling Montembeault to reach back and swat the puck away with his paddle.“I try not to think too much when guys are coming down on me in the shootout,” Montembeault said. “But (Zibanejad) did the same move on me last year — and scored. I made a nice save this time and I’m really happy.”Vincent Trocheck and Artemi Panarin each had a goal and an assist, and Adam Fox tied it for New York midway through the third. Jonathan Quick made 27 saves.“(Montembeault) was big all the way through it,” Rangers coach Peter Laviolette said. “He played a solid game … probably over 30 scoring chanc...

Rockets overcome Antetokounmpo’s 48 points, beat slumping Bucks 112-108

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

HOUSTON (AP) — Alperen Sengun scored 21 points and the Houston Rockets overcame 48 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 112-108 on Saturday night.Antetokounmpo shot 16 of 25 from the field and added 17 rebounds in his seventh straight double-double. But the Bucks lost for the third time in four games to start 2024 after going 11-2 in December.“We have to be better. We have to play better, we have to defend better, we have to trust one another better, we have to be coached better,” Antetokounmpo said. “Every single thing, everybody has to be better. It starts from the equipment manager — he has to wash our clothes better. The bench has to be better, the leaders of the team have to be more vocal, we have to make more shots, we have to defend better, we have to have a better strategy, we have to be better. We have four months to get better, so we’ll see.”Jalen Green scored 16 points for Houston. Fred VanVleet had 14 points and seven assists, and Jabari Smith Jr...

Today in History: January 7, Truman reveals US has developed Hydrogen bomb

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:16:52 GMT

Today in HistoryToday is Sunday, Jan. 7, the seventh day of 2024. There are 359 days left in the year.Today’s Highlight in History:On Jan. 7, 1953, President Harry S. Truman announced in his State of the Union message to Congress that the United States had developed a hydrogen bomb.On this date:In 1608, an accidental fire devastated the Jamestown settlement in the Virginia Colony.In 1789, America held its first presidential election as voters chose electors who, a month later, selected George Washington to be the nation’s first chief executive.In 1927, commercial transatlantic telephone service was inaugurated between New York and London.In 1955, singer Marian Anderson made her debut with the Metropolitan Opera in New York, in Verdi’s “Un Ballo in Maschera.”In 1959, the United States recognized the new government of Cuba, six days after Fidel Castro led the overthrow of Fulgencio Batista. In 1963, the U.S. Post Office raised the cost of a first-class stamp from 4 to 5 cents. In 1979...