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Rockies blow another big lead, lose 11th straight to Giants

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Déjà vu.There certainly was that feeling in the air as the innings crept by Thursday afternoon at Coors Field.And, sure enough, the Rockies blew another game against the Giants, losing 6-4.It was the Giants’ 11 consecutive victory over Colorado and gave them their eighth sweep over the Rockies since 2021.Wednesday night, the Rockies got a terrific start from Connor Seabold but squandered a lead and ended up losing a 5-4 heartbreaker.Thursday, the Rockies got a solid start from Chase Anderson but coughed up an early 4-0 lead.Closer Pierce Johnson fell off the highwire in the ninth and blew just his second save of the season.The right-hander ill-advisidely walked Blake Sabol and pinch-hitter Mike Yastrzemski to open the inning before serving up a run-scoring double to pinch-hitter Brandon Crawford, tying the game 4-4. The Giants took a 5-4 lead on LaMonte Wade Jr.’s sacrifice fly to center, scoring Yastrzemski. They made it 6-4 on Joc Pederson’s RBI single through th...

One OTA emphasis for Broncos’ Sean Payton? Working through 43 unique in-game situations: “There’s a rhyme and a reason to everything”

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Forty minutes into Thursday’s OTA practice, Denver hadn’t shifted out of walk-through mode.Instead, coach Sean Payton and the Broncos spent a good, long while talking through rarely encountered situations.“There’s a board where there’s 43 things that are unique end-of-game, end-of-half, sometimes middle-of-the-game situations that may come up once every four weeks. Maybe once every two years,” Payton explained afterward. “We begin teaching those and not just to those involved. In a perfect world, the whole bench is going to know what to expect at the end of game in certain situations, so we spent all of the walkthrough on about eight different situations.“Training camp, each day we’ll take two. We’ll review. They have to know those cold and they have to know what we’re thinking so that, when they come up, they can execute.”Several veteran players said they appreciated the work at this stage in the offseason.“I’ve had a lot of coaches here over the past years and Coach Payton is a gu...

Donald Trump’s lawyers seek to cut sex abuse jury award from $5M to under $1M

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

By LARRY NEUMEISTER (Associated Press)NEW YORK (AP) — The $5 million awarded to a columnist by a jury that concluded she was sexually abused in the 1990s by Donald Trump in a New York luxury department store should be reduced to less than $1 million, the former president’s lawyers told a judge Thursday, saying the award was grossly excessive and based on “pure speculation.”The lawyers noted in a written submission that a Manhattan federal court jury last month rejected a rape claim made by the writer, E. Jean Carroll, concluding instead that she had been sexually abused in spring 1996 in the store’s dressing room.“Such abuse could have included groping of Plaintiff’s breasts through clothing, or similar conduct, which is a far cry from rape,” the lawyers wrote.They said the $2 million granted by the jury on a sexual abuse claim was “grossly excessive” and another $2.7 million issued for compensatory defamation damages was &...

NY governor warns Belmont Stakes could be affected if air quality doesn’t improve

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

By The Associated PressRacing at Belmont Park was canceled on Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada, and New York’s governor warned that the Belmont Stakes, the final leg of the Triple Crown, could be affected if conditions don’t improve by Saturday.It was the second straight day in which the fires north of the border affected sports in the northeastern United States. In Major League Baseball, the Washington Nationals’ home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks was postponed Thursday, a day after games were called off at New York and Philadelphia.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said one of racing’s biggest events could be scrapped if the air quality index on Saturday exceeds 200, the Environmental Protection Agency benchmark for air that is very unhealthy for everyone. If the air quality is measured at 150 to 200, only horses that pass an additional pre-race veterinary examination will be permitted to race, said Hochul, a Democrat.“People...

Magnitude 3.2 earthquake rattles Sierra Madre area

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 3.2 rattled the Sierra Madre area Thursday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.The temblor struck at 3:08 p.m. about 4 miles northeast of Sierra Madre, 4.2 miles north-northwest of Monrovia and 4.8 miles north-northeast of Arcadia.Preliminary data from USGS indicates the quake may have been felt throughout the San Gabriel Valley and other areas of Los Angeles County. California Earthquake Map & News No damage has been reported.Tens of thousands of earthquakes are recorded in California each year but the vast majority of them are extremely minor. Only several hundred are greater than magnitude 3.0, and only about 15 to 20 are greater than magnitude 4.0, according to the USGS.

Powerball ticket worth over $230,000 sold in Southern California

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

A lucky lottery player just became over $230,000 richer.The California Lottery office announced that a ticket matched five out of the six numbers during Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing, earning that unidentified lottery player $239,862.The ticket was sold at M & A Tobacco in Santa Monica, located at 1803 Lincoln Blvd. New feature on California Lottery website puts players’ lucky numbers to the test No ticket matched all six numbers, so the Powerball jackpot now stands at $308 million heading into Saturday night’s drawing.Californians who are feeling lucky can purchase a Powerball ticket ahead of the Saturday drawing for $2 at lottery retailers across the Golden State.California was also home to another lottery win on Tuesday after another lottery player won $1.4 million from a Mega Millions ticket that was sold at an ampm minimart in Torrance.The ticket matched numbers 29-57-23-6-12, just missing the Mega number 4. The newly-minted millionaire’s identity was also not ...

Shomari Akhdar’s Success Story: Harnessing the Power of Popular Brands on Amazon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Shomari Akhdar, the visionary founder of E-commerce Future USA, has successfully harnessed the power of popular brand name products to establish a thriving business on Amazon. In this article, we will explore Shomari’s success story and discuss the strategies he employs to build his brand’s reputation and credibility within the online marketplace. By doing so, we aim to provide valuable insights for other sellers looking to grow their own businesses on Amazon.Paving The Way To E-commerce SuccessShomari Akhdar began his journey in the e-commerce world with a simple yet ambitious goal: to capitalize on the immense potential of Amazon as a platform for selling goods and services. Through hard work, determination, and a keen eye for opportunity, he founded E-commerce Future USA, a company that helps entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of Amazon’s marketplace and achieve remarkable results.Building Brand Reputation through Strategic Partnerships and Sourcing Top-Quality P...

Shay Your Love Diva: Empowering Women with Transformative Coaching

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Shay “Your Love Diva” Levister is an esteemed love coach with an impressive array of qualifications that position her as a leading authority in the field. Her extensive expertise and unwavering commitment to empowering women have earned her a prominent place in the realm of love coaching. With a deep understanding of the complexities of relationships, Shay’s qualifications make her the ideal guide for those seeking to navigate the intricate landscape of love.Certified Love Transformer®:As a Certified Love Transformer®, Shay has undergone rigorous training and certification in the art of transforming love lives. This specialized qualification equips her with a comprehensive understanding of the psychological and emotional factors that influence relationship dynamics. Shay’s expertise in love transformation enables her to delve into the depths of her clients’ experiences, helping them break free from self-limiting beliefs and embrace a new paradigm of lov...

ChillWell 2.0 Reviews: Do Not Buy This Portable Air Chiller Till You’ve Read This!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Sponsored ContentChillWell 2.0 ReviewsPortable air coolers have gained popularity in recent years as a more affordable and energy-efficient alternative to traditional air conditioning units. However, whether or not they’re worth your money depends on several factors.One of the main advantages of portable air coolers is that they’re ideal for smaller spaces, such as bedrooms, offices, and small apartments. This makes them a great option if you don’t need to cool an entire house or if you live in a rental property and don’t want to invest in a permanent cooling solution.Another advantage of portable air coolers is that they’re generally more energy-efficient than traditional air conditioning units. Most portable air coolers use less energy than a typical window air conditioner, so can save you money on your energy bills in the long run. Additionally, many models are designed to be eco-friendly, using natural refrigerants and avoiding harmful chemicals.How...

Letters: Myriad solutions | Clinton effect | Measures of fitness | Biden’s experience | Federal teeth

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:51:51 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Drug problem requiresmyriad solutionsRe: “Should California throw the book at drug dealers?” (Page A1, May 6).I agree with many of the points made in this article. I also believe that rehabilitation is an important and helpful tool for helping those affected by this crisis. I also believe that understanding the dangers and educating the public of the risks and dangers through school programs is very important.I do not know whether legal supervised drug use should be illegal, I think that we can only find out by trying it out. It seems to be a possible solution, sacrificing widespread drug usage for a lower number of overdoses.With public knowledge about drugs, I hope we will be able to reduce drug usage among all people in America.Wilson PetersenSanta ClaraClinton didn’t do stateor nation any favorsIn “Clinton turned California blue and changed American politics” (Page A6, June 7) Mark ...