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Russia clamps down on security before WWII Tributes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

By Susie Blann | Associated PressKYIV, Ukraine — Russia enacted a major security clampdown before Tuesday’s annual commemorations marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, curbing the use of drones and ride-sharing services in its largest cities — even jet skis on the canals of St. Petersburg — amid its 14-month war with Ukraine.At least 21 Russian cities canceled May 9 military parades — the staple of Victory Day celebrations across Russia — for the first time in years, Russian media said.Regional officials blamed unspecified “security concerns” or vaguely referred to “the current situation” for the restrictions and cancellations. It wasn’t clear whether their decisions were taken in coordination with the Kremlin.Last week, Russia — which hasn’t witnessed the carnage endured by Ukraine during the invasion — was rattled by ambiguous official reports that two Ukrainian drones flew into the heart of Moscow under the cover of darkness...

SiliCon, Silicon Valley’s pop culture and maker fest, canceled for 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

If you were trying to finish your Mandalorian costume before SiliCon this fall, you can stop the rush. The pop culture/maker/science fest that was scheduled to take place in Santa Clara in October has been canceled for 2023.“Due to unforeseen circumstances and challenges beyond our control, we have had to make this incredibly difficult decision,” organizers said in an e-mail announcement. “We have explored all possible options to proceed with the event, but unfortunately, it is not feasible at this time.”The lingering economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are part of the reason, and organizers cited a “significant disruption to public gatherings and events” and a “slow return to normalcy.” SiliCon CEO Trip Hunter said in an email that funding issues forced the decision, as the convention’s primary sponsors were nervous about the economy.Adam Savage, the former “MythBusters” host who had been the show’s creat...

2 dead gray whales spotted in Marin County over the weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

(KRON) -- Two dead gray whales were spotted in Point Reyes National Seashore this weekend, a representative from the Marine Mammal Center, confirmed to KRON4. One of the dead gray whales washed ashore at a beach in Marin County, KRON4 has learned. It was described as a 37-foot adult male gray whale.The second dead whale was reported floating in the water off Point Bonita Lighthouse about a mile out on Friday morning, officials said. No further description of the whale was provided.Earlier reports incorrectly stated the two sightings might have been of the same whale. T-Mobile closes flagship Union Square store The two incidents marked the third and fourth time this year that a dead whale has washed up in the San Francisco Bay Area, during what Cal Academy officials are calling an "Unusual Mortality Event" for the species. Cal Academy is working with the Marine Mammal Center to mount a response to the dead whale, depending on tidal patterns and accessibility, the Cal Academy rep to...

Correction: Summer Movie Preview-Breakout Stars story

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

In a story published May 3, 2023, about stars with breakout performances in summer films, The Associated Press erroneously reported the name of the character played by Xolo Maridueña in “Blue Beetle.” His character’s first name is Jaime, not Jamie.Source

Oath Keepers’ Rhodes seeks leniency in Jan. 6 sentence

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

Lawyers for Stewart Rhodes, the Oath Keepers founder convicted of seditious conspiracy in the attack on the U.S. Capitol, say he doesn’t deserve any more time behind bars when he’s sentenced this month, according to court papers filed Monday. While the Justice Department is seeking 25 years in prison, defense attorneys are urging the judge to sentence Rhodes to the time behind bars he has already served. Rhodes, of Granbury, Texas, has been locked up since his arrest in January 2022. Rhodes is expected to be sentenced on May 25 after his November conviction in one of the most serious cases brought so far in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack. Prosecutors accused Rhodes of being the architect of a plot with his extremist followers to forcibly block the transfer of power from President Donald Trump to President Joe Biden. Prosecutors built their case around dozens of encrypted messages and other communications in the weeks leading up to Jan. 6 that showed Rhodes rallying his followers to fight ...

UN chief hopes Syria’s return to Arab League helps end war

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. chief expressed hope Monday that Syria’s return to the Arab League and its engagement with regional powers could spur progress in resolving the 13-year Syrian civil war, as Damascus faced pressure to be transparent about chemical weapons.Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he believes the region “has a vital role to play in the search for settlement of the conflict,” which began with an uprising against President Bashar Assad’s rule in 2011 that was met with a violent crackdown. The civil war has killed nearly a half million people, and displaced half the country’s pre-war population of 23 million.Syria was reinstated in the 22-nation Arab League on Sunday after a 12-year suspension. It was a symbolic victory for Assad, who can join the group’s May 19 summit, though Western sanctions will continue to block reconstruction funds to the war-battered country.Guterres’ comments challenged regional players to take a leading role in trying to get the Syri...

Theravance Bio: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands (AP) — Theravance Biopharma Inc. (TBPH) on Monday reported a loss of $22.1 million in its first quarter.On a per-share basis, the George Town, Cayman Islands-based company said it had a loss of 35 cents. Losses, adjusted for stock option expense and pretax expenses, came to 24 cents per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 27 cents per share.The biopharmaceutical company posted revenue of $10.4 million in the period, missing Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $13.8 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on TBPH at https://www.zacks.com/ap/TBPHSource

Ventas: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — CHICAGO (AP) — Ventas Inc. (VTR) on Monday reported a key measure of profitability in its first quarter. The results beat Wall Street expectations.The Chicago-based real estate investment trust said it had funds from operations of $296.9 million, or 74 cents per share, in the period.The average estimate of eight analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for funds from operations of 70 cents per share.Funds from operations is a closely watched measure in the REIT industry. It takes net income and adds back items such as depreciation and amortization.The company said it had net income of $17.5 million, or 4 cents per share.The seniors housing real estate investment trust, based in Chicago, posted revenue of $1.08 billion in the period, also exceeding Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.05 billion.Ventas expects full-year funds from operations in the range of $2.90 to $3.04 per share._____This story was generated by Automated Insights ...

Viant: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — Viant Technology Inc. (DSP) on Monday reported a loss of $2.5 million in its first quarter.The Irvine, California-based company said it had a loss of 17 cents per share.The advertising software company posted revenue of $41.7 million in the period. Its adjusted revenue was $28 million.For the current quarter ending in June, Viant said it expects revenue in the range of $32 million to $34 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on DSP at https://www.zacks.com/ap/DSPSource

Sampdoria relegated from Serie A after losing at Udinese

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:28:55 GMT

MILAN (AP) — Bottom club Sampdoria was relegated from Serie A following a 2-0 loss at Udinese on Monday.Two first-half goals condemned Sampdoria, which was left 13 points from safety with four rounds remaining.Spezia and Cremonese are the other teams in the relegation zone and they are three and six points, respectively, behind 17th-placed Hellas Verona.Sampdoria has won just two matches since the start of the year and travelled to Udine on the back of two straight losses without scoring.Udinese took the lead in the ninth minute. Festy Ebosele ran almost the entire length of the field before sending the ball through to Roberto Pereyra, who lifted it above onrushing goalkeeper Nicola Ravaglia.Adam Masina doubled Udinese’s lead in the 34th when he headed a chipped pass from Sandi Lovrić into the bottom left corner.Samp almost got back into the match 12 minutes into the second half but Manolo Gabbiadini’s effort came off the right post.RELEGATION BATTLEEmpoli all but assured itself of ...