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China basketball clubs disqualified for match-fixing

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

Two clubs have been kicked out of China’s basketball league amid suspicions of match-fixing.The ruling came after the Chinese Basketball Association judged the Jiangsu Dragons and Shanghai Sharks engaged in unsportsmanlike conduct during a playoff series last week.They will also be suspended from this year’s regular season, fined the equivalent of $5 million, and have their managers and coaching staff barred from the league for up to five years.Fan and media attention was drawn to a last-minute, come-from-behind win by Shanghai following a series of turnovers in the last of their three games to reach the quarterfinals. In Friday’s Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs, the Jiangsu Dragons led the Shanghai Sharks 100-96 with 1 minute, 36 seconds left to play.The Dragons then committed five straight turnovers over the next minute, giving the Sharks a 10-point lead. The game ended in a 108-104 win for Shanghai and a 2-1 victory in the series, sending the Sharks into the quarters.Th...

Russian court upholds detention of US reporter jailed on spying charges amid relentless clampdown on dissent

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Russian court upholds detention of US reporter jailed on spying charges amid relentless clampdown on dissent.Source

Crash impacts traffic, damages median on I-25

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver Police are investigating a major crash that is impacting the morning commute on Interstate 25 Tuesday.The crash was reported before 6:30 a.m. on I-25 between University and Downing Street near Washington Park. Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash, which impacted both the northbound and southbound lanes of I-25.Thankfully, no injuries were reported, but the crash is impacting traffic. According to Denver Police, one northbound lane on I-25 is closed at University and southbound I-25 is reduced to two lanes. What do you need to make to feel like you’re actually earning 6 figures in Denver? SkyFOX was over the crash where cleanup crews were working to clear the scene. Photos from SkyFOX show a box truck facing the wrong direction in the southbound lanes, and the front of the truck was damaged. A crash involving multiple drivers on Interstate 25 impacted traffic Tuesday morning. A crash involving multiple drivers on Interstate 25 impacted traffic Tu...

What do you need to make to feel like you're actually earning 6 figures in Denver?

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A lot, it turns out. Financial advisor SmartAsset analyzed economic data from 76 U.S. cities to find which required the most income to actually maintain $100,000 of spending power after taxes and local cost of living are accounted for. Green Valley Ranch violence spiked 50% in 2022 Denver ranks 22nd-highest for the income needed, though its relatively low tax rate compared to other high-cost cities saves it from being higher on the list. It takes $162,700 in yearly income to feel like a Denver household is actually making six figures. Aurora ranks directly after Denver with $162,500 needed. Colorado Springs is slightly lower in cost of living, so households need $155,500 to approximate a six-figure income. The highest on the list are Honolulu, Hawaii; New York City and San Francisco. In each of these cities, it takes over $300,000 a year to achieve $100,000 in spending power. It's much easier to live large with less in southern cities. Memphis, Tennessee; El Paso,...

Middle school teacher faces charges of child abuse after offenses against students

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

A 28-year-old social studies teacher at Country Club Middle School faces charges of offenses against students by authority figures. Mohammed Ahmed was arrested and booked at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on Monday and released Tuesday morning.Ahmed was also charged with tampering with a victim or witness, a second-degree felony, and child abuse without great bodily harm.Miami-Dade County Public Schools issued a statement expressing concern over the allegations and emphasizing their commitment to ensuring the safety of their students. The statement revealed that Ahmed was immediately removed from the school setting when the administration was alerted of the claims. Following a thorough investigation by the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department, Ahmed was arrested. The district has initiated employment termination proceedings and will make sure that Ahmed is not able to seek future employment with the district.Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on thi...

Sudanese army, rival forces agree to 24-hour cease-fire

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

KHARTOUM, Sudan (AP) — The Sudanese army and rival forces they have been battling since the weekend, agreed Tuesday to a temporary, 24-hour cease-fire, Arab media reports said.The fighting since Saturday has plunged the Sudanese capital of Khartoum and other areas of the country into chaos. Millions of Sudanese in the capital and in other major cities have been hiding in their homes, caught in the crossfire as the two forces battle for control, with each general so far insisting he will crush the other.Satellite channels Al-Arabiya and Al-Jazeera had reports citing the top military officer Shams El Din Kabbashi as saying that the military would comply with the cease-fire. Earlier, CNN Arabic also said in a report, citing the head of the country’s military, Gen. Abdel Fattah Burhan, that the military would be party to the day-long truce.The development came a day after a U.S. Embassy convoy came under fire in Sudan and forces of the two rivals pounded each other for a fourth day with...

Krispy Kreme reminds customers it’s Tax Day with this sweet deal

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

Krispy Kreme came up with an offer to remind taxpayers of the Tax Day deadline and the deal is sure to leave sweet tooths drooling.On Tuesday, customers can avail of a sweet tax break where they pay only the sales tax on an original glazed dozen when they buy an assorted or original glazed dozen at regular price.Customers who order online can get the second original glazed dozen completely free when they order an assorted or original glazed dozen at regular price. All they have to do is use the promo code TAXBREAK when placing their order.It’s worth noting that pricing will vary based on each state’s sales tax, and customers are limited to 2 dozen per customer in the shop, and 1 dozen online per customer.Krispy Kreme’s sweet offer is sure to be a hit among those who are scrambling to file their taxes before the deadline. So why not treat yourself to a delicious donut while taking care of your tax obligations? Head on over to your nearest Krispy Kreme or order onlin...

Bal Harbour Police Department unveils cruiser design in support of Autism Awareness Month

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

The Bal Harbour Police Department unveiled a new cruiser design in an effort to promote awareness and inclusivity. Renowned artist Romero Britto created the design for the police department in honor of Autism Acceptance Month.The new cruiser is just another step in their efforts to promote inclusivity and support for those on the autism spectrum.Bal Harbour PD was recognized in the past for their continued support of autism awareness programs.

Jeremy Renner revisits ‘the amazing group of people’ who helped him recover from his accident

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

(CNN) — Jeremy Renner is continuing his recovery after his devastating snowplow accident in January, and recognizing those who’ve helped him along the way.The “Rennervations” star posted to the Stories portion of his verified Instagram account ahead of the weekend, showing his recent visit to Renown Regional Medical Center, a Reno, Nevada hospital.“I got to revisit the amazing group of people who saved my life,” Renner, 52, wrote over a photo of himself posing in the center of a group of people standing in front of a screen that displayed the words “Welcome back!”He included two other photos with staffers from the medical center, including one outside in front of a Renown sign.Renner was crushed by a snowplow on New Year’s Day near his Nevada home while trying to clear snow for a relative, and broke several bones including eight ribs, an eye socket, a knee and shoulder. His liver was also p...

Brockton Police offering reward for information after party bus goes up in flames

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:53:46 GMT

Brockton Police are offering an award for information after a party bus went up in flames early Tuesday morning. Crews responding to the vehicle fire on Dawes Road just after 4 a.m. found the bus engulfed in flames.Officials say there is up to $5,000 available through the Arson Watch Reward Program. Anyone with information is asked to call 508-583- 2933 or the Arson hotline at 1-800-682-9229. https://twitter.com/Brockton_Fire/status/1648279306433355785