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City empties as thousands flee wildfire burning near capital of Canada’s Northwest Territories

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

By TAMMY WEBBER and JIM MORRIS (Associated Press)VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Residents heeded warnings to evacuate the capital of Canada’s Northwest Territories as a large wildfire burned just miles outside the city of 20,000 Friday, while firefighters in battled a growing fire that set homes ablaze in a city in British Columbia.Thousands of people in Yellowknife drove hundreds of kilometers (miles) to safety, with authorities guiding motorists through fire zones, while others waited in long lines lines for emergency flights as the worst fire season on record in Canada showed no signs of easing. Airtankers flew missions to keep the only route out of Yellowknife open. Meanwhile, a network of fire guards, sprinklers and water cannons was established to try to protect the city from the fire.Fire Information Officer Mike Westwick told The Associated Press by phone Friday evening that the fire did not advance Friday and was still 15 kilometers (9 miles) northwest of th...

L.A. mayor, police outline city's plan for Hurricane Hilary arriving in SoCal

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass held a press conference Friday to discuss the city’s preparation for the incoming Hurricane Hilary set to make landfall in Southern California this weekend.Mayor Bass was also joined by the general managers of city departments.“The city of L.A. is mobilizing in advance of the landfall of Hurricane Hilary,” Bass said Friday. “This is potentially an unprecedented, extreme weather event for Los Angeles, Southern California and the rest of the West Coast. The city is prepared. We're not waiting for the storm to hit. We've already begun working 24/7 to be ahead of the curve and to be ready as soon as the storm reaches our shores."Currently a Category 4 hurricane, Hilary is forecast to head north through Baja California before making its way into the Southland. Southern Californians should start feeling the remnants of Hilary on Saturday as cloud coverage increases and light rain starts to fall. Stronger showers are expected to move in on Sunday with the ...

What to play: ‘Madden NFL 24’ and the ‘Mortal Kombat 1’ beta will keep you busy this weekend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

The release of “Madden NFL 24” usually marks the unofficial kickoff of the busy season for video games. From here on out, there’s going to be a flood of blockbuster titles. It will be relentless as this year is already shaping up to be one of the best years ever in video games.With that said, here are the games to take over your weekend.“Madden NFL 24” — This year’s edition of the venerable football franchise adds to the changes EA Tiburon introduced last year. FieldSENSE, which produces more fluidity and realism, to player movement has more than 1,700 tackle animations and top-tier quarterbacks can now improvise and perform jump or dive passes. The developers improved elements around the edges making the AI smarter in places and more realistic to how their real-life counterparts play in others. When it comes to returning features, EA Tiburon brings back training camp and revamps the Superstar mode.Of course, there’ll be bugs and other...

'4 generations are grieving' boy slain in San Jose, grandfather says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

(KRON) -- The last time 6-year-old Jordan Cam Walker talked to his grandfather, he was looking forward to going swimming together. "I love you, I can't wait to go swimming, I miss you," Morian Walker remembered his grandson saying over their FaceTime video call together.The grandfather had no idea it would be the last time he heard his beloved grandson's voice. Just a few days later, on August 4, Jordan and Jordan's great-grandmother were found dead inside their San Jose apartment.Police officers discovered the grisly scene at the Parkmoor Avenue apartment, and determined an assailant stabbed the young boy and elderly woman to death.Jordan's short life was celebrated and mourned during a funeral service Friday held at Emmanuel Baptist Church in San Jose. His parents are struggling with profound grief and waves of emotions."It's a close-knit family. Four generations are grieving this tragic loss," Morian Walker said. "He was full of life. This wasn't a drowning, or someone hit by a c...

Data Doctors: Why your smartphone seems to lose juice so quickly

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

Q: Why do I have occasional days where my iPhone battery is suddenly low on power by midday when I’m not doing anything unusual?A: The single biggest issue for every smartphone user is battery life, and no matter what type of device you have, it’s going to diminish over time.How Old Is It?Whenever I’m asked this question, I always start by focusing on the age of the device. If it’s relatively new, it’s probably related to app usage; if it’s older, it’s probably suffering from diminished battery capacity.More Tech NewsStart by checking the battery’s maximum capacity, which is a measure relative to when it was new or at 100%.Tap Settings, then Battery, then Battery Health to get your current status. If it’s under 80%, it may be time to replace the battery. If it’s well above 80%, your issues are probably app usage related.Chemical AgeAll rechargeable batteries are considered consumables, meaning there’s a finite limit to their usefulness. As time goes on, the physical age isn’t as imp...

Dolly Parton, Paul McCartney y Ringo Starr se unen para un cover de “Let It Be”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

(CNN) — Solo el ícono de la música country Dolly Parton puede lograr que las leyendas de los Beatles Paul McCartney y Ringo Starr se vuelvan a juntar para grabar una nueva interpretación de una de las canciones más icónicas de su banda.Parton estrenó una versión de la exitosa balada de los Beatles de 1970 “Let It Be” este jueves. Se trata del sencillo más reciente de su próximo álbum de rock “Rockstar”, y la canción presenta tanto a McCartney como a Starr.“Estaba tan orgullosa de poder cantar una canción como ‘Let It Be’ con Paul McCartney”, dijo Dolly en un episodio de Talk Shop Live en la noche de este jueves, y agregó que McCartney cantó y tocó el piano y Starr tocó la batería.El famoso cantante de rock y guitarrista Peter Frampton y Mick Fleetwood de Fleetwood Mac también aparecen en la pista, que está repleta de estrellas.Ringo Starr habla de su gira, de la magia de The Beatles y de su amistad con Paul McCartney“Eso en...

Angels call up infielder Nolan Schanuel 40 days after drafting him 11th overall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Nolan Schanuel’s dream of playing in the majors happened quicker than he could have dreamed.The Los Angeles Angels called up the 21-year-old infielder on Friday, 40 days after he was the 11th overall pick in this year’s amateur draft.It’s the fastest big league promotion for a draft pick since Chris Sale in 2010 with the Chicago White Sox.Schanuel was in the leadoff slot for the Angels in the opener of a three-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays.“I have dreamed about playing in the major leagues since I was 4-years-old. It’s been a goal of mine, but I didn’t think it would be in 40 days. It’s very unexpected, but I’m ready to take on the opportunity,” Schanuel said before Friday’s game.Schanuel batted .370 in 21 minor league games across three levels. He got the call after first baseman CJ Cron was placed on the injured list due to low back inflammation.Manager Phil Nevin said Schanuel’s track record in college and his short st...

La Ciudad de Buenos Aires no utilizará voto electrónico en las elecciones generales de octubre, dice una fuente a CNN

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

(CNN Español) — La Ciudad de Buenos Aires no utilizará el sistema de voto electrónico en las elecciones generales que Argentina celebrará el próximo 22 de octubre, dijo este viernes a CNN una fuente del Gobierno de la Ciudad.Según la fuente consultada por CNN, por el momento se consideran algunas opciones para emitir el sufragio, incluidas boletas de papel, el uso de biombos con papeletas juntas o separadas por candidatos o cargos, por candidaturas nacionales y locales, entre otros.¿Cuándo son las elecciones en Argentina, qué se vota y qué hay en juego?Dentro del menú de opciones, la más conveniente sería votar mediante una boleta de papel ya que el sistema alternativo debe elegirse antes del 23 de agosto, dijeron las fuentes a CNN.La agencia estatal de noticias Télam -citando a fuentes de la Ciudad- reportó este viernes que “se está trabajando en los cambios y que serán anunciados en los próximos días”, aunque adelantaron que las votaciones se podrían realizar ...

Architects of universal pre-K disappointed in complaints

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Following two separate lawsuits filed against the state over Colorado's new universal preschool program, FOX31 heard from those who helped create​ the program for their reaction to the complaints.Stakeholders who have worked on making universal preschool a reality in Colorado feel leaders and schools are forgetting an important aspect of the program in the middle of all the lawsuits: the children who were able to enroll in the program.'It is working for over 40,000 children'Sue Renner, executive director of the David and Laura Merage Foundation, was a member of the Early Childhood Leadership Commission. The group had a subgroup devoted to the implementation of the state's universal pre-K program. 6 public school districts sue Colorado over universal preschool Renner said she's disappointed with how some community members are reacting to the program's launch."The biggest misperception is that it's not working, and it is working for over 40,000 children," Renner said...

Superblue Miami pop-up from Live Arts Miami explores intersection between performance and visual art

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:32:05 GMT

A couple of pop-up performances are happening this weekend. Live Arts Miami collabed with artists in dance and music to show off their unique styles. They’re both taking place at Superblue Miami — because it’s all about leaving you in awe, and the power of art lives on.Live art plus Superblue equals…Mike Tyus, dancer: “It’s kind of hard to explain what you feel when you see something beautiful like that. Something that leaves you with an impression of awe, peace, hope, joy and also wonder.”For wondering minds, Miami Dade College is bringing a new series from Live Arts Miami, and it’s gonna leave you suspended.Kathryn Garcia, Executive Director, Live Arts Miami: “One of the things that we really love doing is taking performance outside of the traditional confines of a theater. We’ve produced work everywhere from parking lots to abandoned bars to parks and museums.”And performing at this immersive museum was a no-brainer.Shan...