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Second heat wave in as many weeks grips Mediterranean while fires hit Spain, Switzerland and Greece

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

Officials warned residents and tourists packing Mediterranean destinations on Tuesday to stay indoors as a second heat wave in as many weeks hit the region and Greece, Spain and Switzerland battled wildfires.In Italy, Red Cross teams checked on the elderly by phone while in Portugal they took to social media to warn people not to leave pets or children in parked cars. In Greece, volunteers handed out drinking water, while in Spain they reminded people to protect themselves from breathing in smoke from fires.Several countries in southern Europe are sweating through a new heat wave, amplified by climate change, that is expected to persist for days. The U.N. weather agency said that temperatures in Europe could break even the 48.8-degree Celsius (119.8-degree Fahrenheit) record set in Sicily two years ago, as concerns grew the heat would provoke a spike in deaths.“Heat waves are really an invisible killer,” Panu Saaristo, emergency health unit team leader for the International Federati...

Millennial Money: 4 takeaways from Netflix’s money shows

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

In the past year, streaming service Netflix has released two financially focused offerings: the film “Get Smart With Money” and the series “How to Get Rich.” Both feature powerhouse financial influencers who help people reevaluate their approaches to money to educate and empower them. Here are four takeaways that you can apply to your own life, no matter your financial situation.TAKEAWAYS FROM ‘GET SMART WITH MONEY’The “Get Smart With Money” documentary features well-known financial writers, bloggers and podcasters who share their expertise on how to become better at managing money. Here are a couple of lessons they imparted.1. EMOTION MANAGEMENT IS KEY TO MONEY MANAGEMENTIn “Get Smart With Money,” some of the featured participants were dealing with significant debt or with the challenges of living paycheck to paycheck. The stress, fear and frustration that come with money can significantly impact how you manage it.Tiffany Aliche, a financial educator also known as The Budgetnista, ...

Paris Olympic organizing head says budget ‘under control’ a year ahead of 2024 Games

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

PARIS (AP) — The operating budget for the Paris Olympics is “under control,” the president of the organizing committee said Tuesday.With one year to go before the opening ceremony, organizing committee president Tony Estanguet said partnership deals are on track, with 22 new sponsors joining since the start of the year.“Just recently, we passed the 1 billion euro ($1.1 billion) mark in secured revenue from our partners,” Estanguet said. “This is unprecedented. It’s obviously the first time that a sporting event in France has raised so much money from companies and partnerships.”Estanguet said the money in investment does not include “a new premium partner with whom we’re in talks.”Paris organizers are sill negotiating a partnership contract for the 2024 Games with luxury group LVMH.The organizing committee, known as COJO, has an operating budget of about 4.4 billion euros ($4.5 billion).Estanguet insisted that 96% of the budget is funded by the private sector, including the IOC, par...

Tuesday Forecast: Temps in low 80s with mostly sunny conditions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

CHICAGO — Mostly sunny and a bit warmer Tuesday with some hazy conditions. Winds: NNE 5-10 mph. High: 81/75 lakeside.Mostly clear skies tonight and comfortable. Winds: E 5-10 mph. Low 63, 50s in the suburbs Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here Wednesday Forecast: Mostly sunny and muggier. Chance of isolated PM showers/t-storms late in the evening. ESE 5-15 mph. High 86, near 80 by the lake.Extended outlook calls for a possible showers/t'storms again on Thursday-- and temps warm to the mid to upper 80s. More sunshine and a bit cooler on Thu/Fri/Sat with highs in the seasonal mid to low 80s. Chance of showers comes back on Sunday. Full forecast details and more at the WGN Weather Center blog

Taylor Swift now has more No. 1 albums than any woman in history

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Congratulations are in order for Taylor Swift and her loyal fans, known as Swifties. The pop star officially has more No. 1 albums than any woman in history.“Speak Now (Taylor's Version)”, released earlier this month, is the third in her endeavor to re-record her first six albums, instigated by music manager Scooter Braun’s sale of her early catalog. It has officially debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, becoming her 12th album to reach the top spot.Previously, Barbra Streisand held the record, with 11 No. 1 albums.Swift ties Drake's record of 12 No. 1 records, but sits just behind Jay-Z, who has 14 No. 1 albums to his name, and the Beatles, who have 19. Four things to know about the rapidly changing housing market In addition to hitting this incredible milestone, Swift has 2023's biggest album release to date, with 716,000 equivalent album units, according to Luminate. An impressive 506,600 are in traditional album sale...

Williamson County offering emergency financial help for veterans

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) – The Williamson County Veteran Services Department said starting Monday it will offer emergency financial services for Veterans who live in the county.According to a department announcement, county commissioners earlier this month accepted a $210,000 grant from the Texas Veterans Commission for Fiscal Year 2024. The department said the grant will help veterans with emergency assistance with rent/mortgage, burial services, utilities and food. Veterans living in Williamson County can apply for the grant by filling out an application at the Veteran Services Office located inside the Georgetown Annex at 100 Wilco Way in Georgetown. The department said an online application will be available at a later date. In order to be eligible, Veterans must have an honorable discharge or under honorable discharge, according to the announcement. Director looks to expand access to Williamson County veterans The program will also require adding an emerge...

Lockhart teenage beekeeper earns $11,000 grant

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

LOCKHART (KXAN) — Dressed in head to toe in hot pink, one teenager has created her own beekeeping business.Zoe Seaver was recently surprised with an $11,000 grant, after successfully pitching her entrepreneurial ideas to a panel of local leaders in Lockhart.The incoming senior at Lockhart High said this money will provide a big boost to her company Think Pink Bee Pink."I'm really going to use that money to invest into my own boxes, my own bee pollen and sugar water,” Seaver said.The 17-year-old has followed the footsteps of her late father David, who ran his own beekeeping business — Hobo Honeybee — in Lockhart.Zoe Seaver has followed the footsteps of her late father David, who ran his own beekeeping business in Lockhart. (Photo Credit: Zoe Seaver)"He was my best friend, my Dad was my everything,” she said. “He is someone that I still look up to, even with him gone."This grant came through the Lockhart Lion Entrepreneur Access Partnership, a collaboration between the Lockhart Chambe...

5 things to know this Tuesday, July 18

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Happy Tuesday! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, a thick layer of wildfire smoke is still hanging over the area and impacting our air quality. Scattered to numerous downpours and storms are set to arrive this afternoon. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Today's five things to know features the Capital Region Aquatics Center moving to Rotterdam, the new site transformation proposals for the former Beech Nut factory in Canajoharie, and there's no Powerball winner yet as the jackpot reaches $1 billion.1. Capital Region Aquatics Center moving to RotterdamAfter ten years of planning and discussions for Mohawk Harbor, the Capital Region Aquatic Center will move to the Viaport Shopping Mall in Rotterdam. 2. Manager charged with manslaughter in deadly crane accidentA Grafton man has been indicted for second-degree manslaughter. The indictment alleges that Anthony Valente, 44...

Off the Beaten Path: ExtraSpecialTeas

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

HOUSATONIC, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A vibrant tea house in Berkshire County is brewing together inclusion and purpose to create the perfect blend of community. From bubble tea to gluten-free scones, ExtraSpecialTeas is on a mission to create a place where good food meets friendship.Cherri Sanes started the non-profit seven years ago in Great Barrington after yearning for a place in the community where her son with autism could feel a sense of belonging. That's when ExtraSpecialTeas was born. Berkshires teahouse spreading warmth one cup at a time About a year and a half ago they opened a second location in Housatonic. Her team of participants, or employees, grew from 3 to 34.They offer a completely gluten-free menu and have more than 50 types of tea from Tiesta Tea available. In their special tea lab they blend 5 of their own in-house teas. Off the Beaten Path: The Tailored Tea ExtraSpecialTeas is located at 226 Pleasant Street in Housatonic and open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. Th...

Clerk shot and killed at St. Louis City gas station

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:49:03 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Police are investigating an apparent murder at a gas station in a busy part of west St. Louis Tuesday morning.The shooting took place at the 'BP' gas station located just off Highway 40 on the 1100 block of Hampton Avenue around 3:30 a.m. Our Nissan Rogue Runner reporter Nic Lopez captured footage of the area, where the victim and clerk of the store was seen lying inside the entrance.Police say the clerk was shot after confronting a suspect or suspects who tried to steal their car. House explosion in St. Charles injures 3 adults, 2 children A local that was sleeping outside a neighboring business shared that he initially didn't hear the shot, but arrived to the scene after police responded to the shooting."I'm pretty shaken up," local Michael Wightman expressed. "I know all the employees, they know me as well. They're nice people. I just can't believe this happened, I'm pretty shaken up "I don't know what's going on here in Dogtown. I've lived here a long ti...