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A Cosmic celebration: 74th International Astronautical Congress kicks off in Baku

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

In a dazzling display of international collaboration and scientific innovation, the 74th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) opened its doors at the Baku Convention Center in Baku, Azerbaijan. The grand event was graced by the presence of President Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, and their son Heydar Aliyev, underscoring the nation's commitment to space exploration and global cooperation in the field of astronautics.A vision of unityThe opening ceremony of the 74th IAC was more than just a mere introduction to a week-long conference; it was a testament to the power of unity in the pursuit of the cosmos. Delegates from all corners of the Earth gathered in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to celebrate our shared fascination with space and the limitless possibilities it presents.President Ilham Aliyev, a staunch advocate for the development of Azerbaijan's space industry, welcomed the international community with open arms. In his opening remarks, he highlighted the i...

Manhattan Beach officer dies after crash on 405 Fwy; SigAlert issued

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

An officer with the Manhattan Beach Police Department died Wednesday morning after a multi-vehicle crash on the 405 Freeway in Carson.The crash occurred at about 5:15 a.m. on the 405 Freeway near East Del Amo Boulevard in Carson, according to the California Highway Patrol. The officer, whose identity has not been released, was taken to a local hospital, where he died.It has not yet been determined if the officer was on duty at the time of the crash.A SigAlert was issued for all lanes at about 6:05 a.m.

$1.2B Powerball jackpot up for grabs Wednesday night

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

America's newest billionaire could be made Wednesday night.The third-largest Powerball jackpot in the game's history will be up for grabs after Monday's drawing had no big winner.The prize, worth a total of about $1.2 billion in annual payments or $551.7 million in a one-time payout, is also the seventh-largest among all U.S. lottery jackpots, Powerball said in a news release.The Powerball jackpot hasn't been claimed in nearly three months, when it again was over $1 billion. Record-breaking Powerball winner purchases second luxury home: report The July 19 drawing produced a winning ticket in California that was worth up to $1.08 billion"Since then, there have been 32 consecutive drawings without a grand prize winner," the release said. The largest Powerball jackpot, about $2.04 billion, was purchased in Altadena last year by Edwin Castro.Since then, Castro has reportedly used some of his winnings to purchase luxury homes in the L.A. area.

What to know about the emergency alert test hitting your cellphones and TVs

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — “THIS IS A TEST": If you have a cellphone or are watching television Wednesday, that message will flash across your screen as the federal government tests its emergency alert system used to tell people about emergencies.The Integrated Public Alert and Warning System sends out messages via the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts. The Emergency Alert System is a national public warning system that's designed to allow the president to speak to the American people within 10 minutes during a national emergency via specific outlets such as radio and television. And Wireless Emergency Alerts are short messages — 360 characters or less — that go to mobile phones to alert their owner to important information.While these types of alerts are frequently used in targeted areas to alert people in the area to thing like tornadoes, Wednesday's test is being done across the country.The test is slated to start at 2:20 p.m. Eastern Time Wednesday. Wireless phone cust...

Man jumps from 2nd floor in Koreatown fire that left woman critical

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

A man was injured while jumping from the second story of a burning home in Koreatown where a woman was found in critical condition Wednesday morning. The blaze was reported in the 900 block of South Ardmore Avenue shortly after 4 a.m.Arriving crews found a well-developed fire on the first floor of a boarded-up two-story home and went into an offensive mode, Los Angeles Fire Department Battalion Chief Donald Dillenberger said. Firefighters knocked down the blaze in about 15 minutes and found two injured people. One patient was described as a 21-year-old man who had suffered minor injuries from jumping off the second floor of the house, the fire department stated in a news alert. 75,000 Kaiser Permanente workers walk off the job The second victim is a 50-year-old woman who sustained burns and smoke inhalation. She was said to be in critical condition. Both patients were treated and transported from the scene, Dillenberger said. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Krayzie Bone reveals he 'fought for his life for 9 days,' provides update from hospital bed

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

Krayzie Bone gave fans an update on his health with a selfie from his hospital bed. "Just fought for (my) life literally for nine days straight," he posted to Instagram on Tuesday. He then thanked all those who supported him during this time. "I only won the battle this time because I know Jehovah God was with me every step of the way fighting for me," he continued. "Never take life for granted, enjoy it while you have it! Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers trust me I needed every last one of them."Krayzie Bone provided an update on his health to fans from his hospital bed on Oct. 3, 2023. Photo: InstagramMany big names took to the comment section to send more well wishes to the hip-hop star. "Love (you) brother, this post made me smile. God is good," wrote Kid Cudi."Sending strength king," Lil Jon wrote.Rapper Fat Joe said, "I love you my brother with all my heart, I been praying. God is great."Singer Krayzie Bone poses with his Grammy for Best Rap Performance By a Duo or ...

A seventh victim of the ‘Happy Face Killer’ is identified

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

Another victim of the “Happy Face Killer” has been identified, giving names to seven of the man’s eight known victims.Suzanne Kellenberg. (Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office) The body found in September 1994 next to a Florida freeway is that of Suzanne Kjellenberg, who was 34 when she was strangled by long-haul truck driver Keith Jesperson,  said Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden at a Tuesday news conference.Another of the man’s victims, who was found dead in 1993 east of Gilroy, Calif., was identified last year.Jesperson, now 68, was dubbed the Happy Face Killer because he drew smiley faces on letters he sent to the media and police. He is serving four life sentences without the possibility of parole in Oregon. He confessed to killing eight women from 1990 to 1995 in California, Washington, Oregon, Florida and Wyoming — and claims to have committed more than 100 killings.1995 photo: Keith Hunter Jesperson, dubbed the Happy Face Killer, at the ...

California renters pay 43% more than US, but the gap’s shrinking

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

”Survey says” looks at various rankings and scorecards judging geographic locations while noting these grades are best seen as a mix of artful interpretation and data.Buzz: The gap between what California tenants pay and nationwide rents narrowed during the pandemic era.Source: My trusty spreadsheet looked at ApartmentList’s stats on what new tenants pay in order to gauge how much rents have risen in the pandemic era. It compared averages for California and the nation for July through September to similar summer months in 2019 using a rental measurement tracking all unit sizes.ToplineCalifornia rents ran $1,958 a month this summer, the second highest in the nation behind Hawaii. That was up 14% since July-through-September 2019.Meanwhile, the typical US tenant only paid $1,369, but that was up 21% in the same period.Those moves translate to California tenants paying 43% more vs. the national norm – a premium that was 52% four years ago.Still, that means it costs $589 a month more –...

Starbucks set to close seven stores in San Francisco

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

By Jonathan Park | CNNSeven Starbucks locations across San Francisco will shut down effective October 22, the company told CNN on Tuesday.When asked why the company decided to close these stores, a Starbucks spokesperson said it was part of a larger evaluation of their store portfolio.“Each year as a standard course of business, we evaluate the store portfolio to determine where we can best meet our community and customers’ needs,” the spokesperson said in a statement. “This includes opening new locations, identifying stores in need of investment or renovation, exploring locations where an alternative format is needed and, in some instances, re-evaluating our footprint.”Starbucks has also opened three new stores in downtown San Francisco in the last six months and is renovating four other locations, the spokesperson said.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | The Cats hosting Oct. 8 Maui benefit with music, Oct. 22 paella dinner Restaurants, Food and Drink | ...

4 horses have died at Golden Gate Fields race track within a 2-week span

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:30:51 GMT

By Laura Studley | CNNFour horses have died at Golden Gate Fields in the East Bay in the past two weeks, California Horse Racing Board spokesperson Mike Marten told CNN on Tuesday.Two of the horses, a 5- and 6-year-old, were euthanized on October 1 and September 25 after they suffered musculoskeletal injuries from racing and exercising, Marten said.A 2-year-old horse died on September 27 after an “apparent cardio failure” and a fourth horse was euthanized after she sustained a wound in her stall, he said.CNN has reached out to Golden Gate Fields for comment.There have been 12 horse deaths at Golden Gate Fields in 2023, Marten said. Five were recorded as musculoskeletal injuries, which are sustained during racing and training, and seven were non-musculoskeletal, he said.The non-musculoskeletal injuries could range from illness or stall accidents, according to Marten.Related ArticlesOther Sports | Famed racehorse trainer Bob Baffert files alleging plot by bettors to extort,...