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Photos: Endangered blue whales hanging out off California coast

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

The summertime blues are back.Blue whales, the world’s largest animal, are showing up in big numbers off the Southern California coast this season, a welcome return for ocean and wildlife enthusiasts who marvel at the massive sight of the endangered species just a few miles from shore, with sightings spanning from the South Bay to Dana Point in recent days.Blue whales have been spotted off the coast, with five seen just a few miles off Dana Point’s coastline on June 21, 2023. The whale seen here, dubbed “Notcho” has a unique dorsal fin with a notch in it, making it easy for naturalists to spot. (Photo courtesy of Laura Lopez/Dana Wharf)Blue whales have been spotted off Orange County the past few weeks, thrilling ocean enthusiasts who get up-close looks at the world’s biggest animal. (Photo courtesy of Eli Parnes/Newport Coastal Adventure)Blue whales have been spotted off the coast, with five seen just a few miles off Dana Point’s coastline on June 21, 2...

Official says about 350 Pakistanis were on boat carrying migrants that sank off Greece last week and many may have died

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Official says about 350 Pakistanis were on boat carrying migrants that sank off Greece last week and many may have died.Source

La lucha por derogar una de las leyes de aborto más obsoletas del mundo se está llevando a cabo en Reino Unido

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

(CNN) — Cientos de manifestantes se alinearon en la calle frente al Tribunal Superior del Reino Unido el sábado con carteles que decían “Nuestros cuerpos, nuestro derecho a decidir”, antes de marchar por las calles del centro de Londres exigiendo reformas a las leyes de aborto para mujeres en Inglaterra y Gales.A principios de este mes, una mujer británica que usó medicamentos para interrumpir un embarazo después del límite permitido legalmente en el Reino Unido fue sentenciada a 28 meses de prisión según la legislación de la era victoriana, en un caso que ha dado lugar a llamados a una revisión de las leyes de justicia reproductiva en el país. La mujer, que tiene tres hijos, cumplirá 14 meses bajo custodia y el resto en libertad condicional.Un año después de que la Corte Suprema de EE.UU. anulara el fallo Roe vs. Wade y reavivara un movimiento de protesta mundial contra la restricción del acceso al aborto, los defensores del derecho a decidir en el Reino Unido dicen que se ha...

Are Washingtonians too chicken to eat ‘lab-grown’ meat?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

(new Image()).src = "https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384&cid=c2ffed0c-3624-46c0-b10f-97c976d290a3";cnx.cmd.push(function() { cnx({ playerId: "9be9c680-c459-4acb-af21-654a2ccca384",mediaId: "4b091ca7-6e81-45a0-89c1-4a568fead027"}).render("dd4ecd21635449f48ea81031a7d3d27d"); });This week, U.S. regulators gave the green light to two companies creating “lab-grown chicken” — meat made from animal cells without slaughtering a chicken.While it may be a while before you see it on grocery store shelves, two restaurants will be the first to serve it — and one of them will be in D.C.Chef Jose Andrés also promised one of his restaurants will add it to the menu, but he hasn’t said which one, yet.In Dupont Circle, WTOP asked people if they would be willing to try it out. The results of the not-so-scientific study were mixed, to say the least.Gloria Akol of Alexandria, Virginia, said while the intentions are good, she would be uncomfortab...

Bayern signs Portugal left back Raphaël Guerreiro on a free transfer from rival Dortmund

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

MUNICH (AP) — Bayern Munich signed Portugal left back Raphaël Guerreiro on a free transfer Friday from Bundesliga rival Borussia Dortmund.Guerreiro joins on a three-year deal after his Dortmund contract expires at the end of the month. He will likely compete for the starting left back spot with Alphonso Davies but he can also play on the left of midfield and was also used as a central midfielder by Dortmund this season with some success.Bayern edged Dortmund for the German title on goal difference in the closest title race in years. Guerreiro is Bayern’s second signing of the off-season after Leipzig midfielder Konrad Laimer, also on a free transfer.Guerreiro has made 64 appearances for Portugal and played in four of his country’s five games at last year’s World Cup.___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

New York Mets to play Philadelphia Phillies in London in 2024

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

LONDON (AP) — The New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies will play in London next season, MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred said Friday.The teams will play at London Stadium in the third MLB series in the British capital. The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox played in London in 2019, and the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs will meet in a two-game series this weekend.The Mets-Phillies series had been widely reported earlier, though league officials held off on an announcement until the eve of the Cardinals-Cubs series.Manfred spoke at a news conference Friday before Cardinals and Cubs players worked out on the artificial turf at the home of Premier League soccer club West Ham.The Yankees are lobbying to play in Paris in 2025. The league hasn’t confirmed the French capital yet, but the players’ association signed off on MLB holding a game in Paris in 2025 as part of last year’s collective bargaining agreement.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsS...

Got expired tags? Prepare to pay during this enforcement campaign this weekend

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — If you have expired tags or an unregistered vehicle, consider yourself warned. Multiple agencies will be on the lookout this weekend and ticketing drivers during an enforcement campaign.The Aurora Police Department along with Adams, Arapahoe and Douglas County Sheriff's Office will be on the hunt for expired tags beginning Sunday, June 25 through July 1.According to APD, officers will be on the lookout for drivers in cars that are unregistered or have significantly expired tags that are more than three months old. Expired tags? Here’s how much it will cost you If you get can't with expired tags, it'll cost you a pretty penny. APD said if you are stopped by officers, it could result in a $93 ticket on top of late fees assigned by the state. This enforcement campaign is in an effort to encourage residents to get caught up on their vehicle registration.Besides just being the law, APD said there are other benefits to keeping your car up to date. Money from vehicle reg...

CU Boulder Police investigating stabbing on University Hill

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Police at the University of Colorado Boulder are investigating a stabbing early Friday morning that sent a heavy police presence to University Hill.According to the CU Boulder Police Department, officers assisted Boulder Police with a stabbing near 13th and College. The area is near a heavily populated part of campus known as "The Hill." The stabbing occurred at 1:45 a.m.CUPD said they located one victim who was taken to a local hospital. The extent of injuries is unknown at this point. Tornado in Highlands Ranch damages buildings, downs trees The suspect in the assault is described as a:White manBetween 35-40 years oldHas long, brown, curly hairWearing black shorts.According to CUPD, the suspect was last seen leaving the area on foot and heading eastbound on College Avenue.Police are asking everyone to avoid the area while they investigate. Officers do not believe there is a threat to campus. Anyone with information on the assault is asked to contact the Boulder P...

Report: Colorado one of worst states for adult mental health

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado has a worse problem with adult mental health than most states, according to a new report. Mental Health Colorado, a state nonprofit that advocates for increased spending on mental health issues, released its latest legislative report Thursday. The report ranks adult and youth mental health in U.S. states using a combination of the most current federal and survey data. Red Rocks hailstorm: Nearly 100 concertgoers hurt The data included measurements of the rates of mental illness, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, major depressive episodes, insurance coverage for mental and emotional issues, unmet needs and the supply of mental healthcare workers. Overall, Colorado's mental health ranks 30th in the U.S. - on the lower end of the national average for all considerations, but not at a crisis point. For adult mental health, however, Colorado has one of the worst rankings, 45th among U.S. states and the District of Columbia. Denver ranked one of worst-run c...

Police identify victim in fatal hit-and-run; search for driver underway

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:11:56 GMT

In an incident that occurred in the early hours of Thursday, a pedestrian was struck and killed by a speeding vehicle that fled the scene without rendering aid or providing information. The victim has been identified as 36-year-old Felix Benitez.The fatal hit-and-run took place as Benitez was crossing Northwest 32nd Avenue at Northwest 103rd Street in Miami. Around 3:45 a.m. an unidentified southbound vehicle on 32nd Avenue crashed into him.Benitez was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital following the incident but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. Authorities from the Miami-Dade Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance in apprehending the driver responsible for this hit-and-run. A description of the suspect vehicle is believed to be a sedan, which should have noticeable damage to its hood and windshield as a result of the collision. Officials urge anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigation. Miami-Dade Police Department...