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Libya probes the collapse of two dams after flooding devastated an eastern city, killing over 11,000

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

DERNA, Libya (AP) — Libya’s top prosecutor said he has opened an investigation into the collapse of two dams that caused a devastating flood in a coastal city as rescue teams searched for bodies on Saturday, nearly a week after the deluge killed more than 11,000 people.Heavy rains caused by Mediterranean storm Daniel caused deadly flooding across eastern Libya last weekend. The floods overwhelmed two dams, sending a wall of water several meters (yards) high through the center of Derna, destroying entire neighborhoods and sweeping people out to sea.More than 10,000 are missing, according to the Libyan Red Crescent. Six days on, searchers are still digging through mud and hollowed-out buildings, looking for bodies and possible survivors.Authorities and aid groups have voiced concern about the spread of waterborne diseases and shifting of explosive ordnance from Libya’s recent conflicts.General Prosecutor al-Sediq al-Sour said prosecutors would investigate the collapse of the two...

Daily horoscope for September 16, 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

Moon Alert: There are no restrictions to shopping or important decisions today. The Moon is in Libra.Happy Birthday for Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023:You are lively, passionate and enthusiastic. You like to learn, and you have the patience to do this. You stand up for your beliefs. This year promises exciting changes and increased personal freedom. Let go of whatever impedes progress. Seek out new opportunities. Don’t hesitate to make changes.ARIES(March 21-April 19) ★★★★This is a wonderful day for relationships, including marriages, close friendships and meaningful partnerships. New love will begin for some of you. Existing relationships will be renewed in a joyful way. Most definitely, love is in the air! Tonight: Socialize.TAURUS(April 20-May 20) ★★★★Today relations with co-workers are mutually supportive. In fact, they are so supportive, in some cases, a work-related romance might begin. You also might get a raise or at least praise for your efforts on the job. Your health feel...

Dear Miss Manners: I was berated by the mothers of the rude sing-along girls

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Is it me (a 75-year-old retired elementary school teacher) or the younger generation? I attended a popular musical, only to lose my faith in teens and their parents.Related ArticlesAdvice | Miss Manners: It was awkward to see her after this emotional episode Advice | Miss Manners: This newbie player is always holding up our game Advice | Miss Manners: I’m tired of being mistaken for a wife rather than an exec Advice | Miss Manners: Is it OK to point a knife at someone? What about a piece of cake? Advice | Miss Manners: Was I wrong to wear black to the wedding? Girls around and behind me were constantly humming/singing along (softly). I turned around and gave them a shushing face at least three times before the mom tapped me on the shoulder, asking me “what’s my problem.”I said, “The singing.”Mom’s response, “Others are doing it, too.̶...

Dear Abby: She was offended that I called her son’s behavior creepy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

DEAR ABBY: My stepson, who is 24, has Asperger’s syndrome. He is high-functioning, very intelligent and has a great work ethic.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: My boss doesn’t see what the new co-worker is doing Advice | Dear Abby: I’m afraid if I say anything, my fiance will halt our wedding plan Advice | Dear Abby: Does my husband’s brother deserve another chance after what he did? Advice | Dear Abby: Her selfish husband acts like he doesn’t remember the hell she went through Advice | Dear Abby: If I wear this T-shirt, people might guess the secret I’ve only told my husband He still lives at home, and I have noticed that he “must” touch his mother every day. There are times he stands behind her and strokes her hair and rubs her neck and shoulders. I think it’s odd and, to be honest, it kind of bothers me.It’s not a jealousy thing, it just s...

Maintenance and automatic doors: What’s happening on the Metro this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

From scheduled maintenance to security training exercises — and the surprise return of speedy automatic doors on the Red Line — here’s what will be impacting your Metro rides this weekend and in the near future.Capitol South station closed till SundayMetro Transit Police and U.S. Capitol Police will be conducting a law enforcement exercise on Sept. 17 at Capitol South that will close off the entire station from when it opens until 2 p.m. Trains will not be traveling through the station and riders will have to jump on a shuttle to get to the next Metro stop. Metro Transit Police in coordination with U.S. Capitol Police will conduct a full-scale law enforcement exercise on Sunday, Sept. 17, at the Capitol South Station. (Courtesy WMATA)For riders: Free shuttle buses will be available to connect riders traveling between Federal Center SW and Eastern Market. The Blue Line and Silver Line will have normal service surrounding the closed stop, with trains arriving every 12 minut...

¿No está en peligro Venecia? La UNESCO excluye a la ciudad de su lista de patrimonio en peligro

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

(CNN) — La ciudad italiana de Venecia y su laguna no fueron incluidas en la lista de Patrimonio Mundial en Peligro de la UNESCO durante una reunión de la agencia de la ONU celebrada el jueves en Arabia Saudí, según el Ministerio de Cultura italiano.El Comité de Patrimonio Mundial de la UNESCO había advertido en julio que Italia no estaba haciendo lo suficiente para proteger la ciudad de la amenaza del turismo excesivo, el desarrollo y el cambio climático.Por ello, recomendó su inclusión en la lista de patrimonio en peligro. Sin embargo, la votación del jueves no aprobó esa recomendación, según el Ministerio de Cultura.El Ministerio de Cultura italiano celebró el resultado de la votación de la UNESCO en Arabia Saudí, calificando de “puramente político” el intento de inscribir la ciudad en la lista.“Gran victoria en la UNESCO… Venecia no corre peligro”, tuiteó el jueves su alcalde, Luigi Brugnaro.La ciudad ha sido noticia durante todo el año, entre ...

Aces hosts Chicago with 1-0 series lead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

Chicago Sky (18-22, 5-15 Eastern Conference) at Las Vegas Aces (34-6, 18-2 Western Conference)Las Vegas; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK WNBA LINE: Aces -18.5; over/under is 170.5WNBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: Aces lead series 1-0BOTTOM LINE: The Las Vegas Aces host the Chicago Sky in the first round of the WNBA playoffs with a 1-0 lead in the series. The Aces defeated the Sky 87-59 in the last matchup. Chelsea Gray led the Aces with 20 points, and Kahleah Copper led the Sky with 15 points.The Aces are 19-1 on their home court. Las Vegas ranks second in the WNBA averaging 9.3 made 3-pointers per game while shooting 37.2% from deep. Kelsey Plum leads the team averaging 2.4 makes while shooting 38.9% from 3-point range.The Sky are 11-9 on the road. Chicago is the top team in the Eastern Conference scoring 12.0 fast break points per game.TOP PERFORMERS: Jackie Young is averaging 17.5 points and 3.8 assists for the Aces. A’ja Wilson is averaging 26.9 points over the last 10 games...

Arrepentimiento, cortes de pelo, manzanas bañadas de miel y más. Lo que debes saber del Rosh Hashaná, el Año Nuevo judío

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

(CNN) — Aquí damos un vistazo a la festividad judía de Rosh Hashaná, una celebración del Año Nuevo judío.¿Cuándo se celebra el Rosh Hashaná?15 de septiembre de 2023 – El Rosh Hashaná comenzó el viernes 15 de septiembre y se celebra hasta el domingo 17 de septiembre.¿Qué es y cómo se celebra?Rosh Hashaná significa “cabeza del año” en hebreo. Es un tiempo de reflexión y arrepentimiento.Se le conoce como el “día del juicio”.Según el Talmud, el mundo fue creado el primer día de Tishrei, el séptimo mes del calendario judío.La fiesta se celebra el primer y segundo día de Tishrei, que generalmente corresponde a septiembre u octubre en el calendario gregoriano.El Rosh Hashaná da inicio a los Altos Días Santos o Diez días de penitencia, que terminan con Iom Kipur.Uno de los rituales más importantes durante Rosh Hashaná es el sonido del shofar o cuerno de carnero. Se usa como un llamado al arrepentimiento durante los Altos Días Santos.Hacerse un corte de pe...

Could long-term use of heartburn medicine be linked to dementia?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

Could taking antacids over a long period of time negatively affect your brain? A new study says it’s possible.The recently released study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology, looked at the lives of nearly 6,000 patients over a five-year period. The study details the effects of proton pump inhibitors, also known as PPIs or common heartburn medications, on brain functions.What the medical community found was a correlation, which showed an association between long-term use of heartburn medicine and degenerative brain disease.“They did see a 33% increased risk of dementia development,” said Dr. Alexander Jow, assistant chief of gastroenterology at Kaiser Permanente in Virginia.But Jow also said there’s still more research that needs to be done to determine causality — because a direct link isn’t clear yet.Meanwhile, the jury is still out on whether these medicines, like Prilosec or Nexium, to name a few, directly cause dementia.“I think ...

Poland, Hungary, Slovakia impose own Ukraine grain bans after EU measure is lifted

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:13:36 GMT

Poland, Hungary and Slovakia said they would impose their own bans on Ukrainian grain following the European Commission’s decision to lift its restrictive measure. Brussels announced on Friday that it would not extend a ban on Ukrainian grain imports that applied to Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Romania and Bulgaria. That measure expired Friday. Imports of Ukrainian grain, including wheat and maize, were blocked from the territory of these five countries under an agreement reached with Brussels earlier this year. Only transit to other destinations was allowed. The measure was put in place to protect farmers in the five countries from an influx of cheap produce from their war-torn neighbor. “We do not agree with the decision of the European Commission and in the interest of Polish farmers and consumers, we are introducing national measures,” said Piotr Müller, spokesperson for the Polish government. Hungary imposed an import ban on 24 Ukrainian products such ...