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Fires in Brazil threaten jaguars, houses and plants in the world’s largest tropical wetlands

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

POCONE, BRAZIL (AP) — Firefighters in Brazil’s Pantanal wetlands earlier this month celebrated the end of the fire season on Facebook, saying in a Nov. 7 post that “it is a relief for everyone who lives in the region.”They spoke too soon. In the first two weeks of November, fires fueled by unusually dry and hot weather destroyed nearly 770,000 hectares (1.9 million acres) of the world’s largest tropical wetlands, preliminary figures from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro show. This accounts for 65% of the damage done by fires in the region this year.Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research, a federal agency, detected 3,380 fires in the Pantanal in the first 17 days of November, compared to just 69 in the same period a year ago, and well beyond previous fire season records dating back to 1998.The Pantanal holds thousands of plant and animal species, including 159 mammals, and it abounds with jaguars, according to the World Wildlife Fund. During the rainy season, ri...

Congo’s presidential candidates kick off campaigning a month before election

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

KINSHASA, Congo (AP) — Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi and a politician hoping to unseat him next month launched their campaigns Sunday as the incumbent leader faces ongoing violence in eastern Congo and a divided field of opposition candidates.Opposition party representatives who met in South Africa in recent days failed to unite behind a single challenger to Tshisekedi for the country’s Dec. 20 presidential election. The candidates represented at the talks included Martin Fayulu, a former oil executive who lost to Thisekedi five years ago; businessman Moise Katumbi; Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mukwege; former Prime Minister Matata Ponyo; and Kassai legislator Delly Sesanga.In a speech to supporters at Martyrs’ Stadium in Kinshasa on Sunday, the incumbent president accused Rwanda’s leader, President Paul Kageme, of destabilizing Congo. Congo has alleged that Rwandan forces are backing M23 rebels in the country’s east, a claim Rwanda denies.“I have br...

Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh blasts Trudeau, Poilievre at B.C. convention

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

VICTORIA — Federal New Democrat Leader Jagmeet Singh took political swings at both Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre today at a convention for British Columbia Premier David Eby’s governing NDP.Singh, whose New Democrats are in a confidence and supply agreement with the federal Liberal minority government, says Trudeau is an out of touch leader who only acts when facing political troubles.He says Poilievre, meanwhile, only pretends to care and doesn’t know about the struggles and lives of regular people.B.C. New Democrats are in Victoria this weekend debating policy and mapping strategy ahead of next year’s provincial election.Singh says the federal New Democrats are pushing the Liberal government to bring in a dental care coverage program for all Canadians and will continue fighting for a universal Pharmacare program to cover prescription costs for everybody.He described working with the federal Liberals as “wrestling wit...

Alabama police chief says department policies violated in fatal shooting of Black man outside home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

An Alabama police chief said he believes department policies were violated when officers shot and killed a man during a dispute with a tow truck driver, but did not elaborate on what those policies were.Decatur Police Chief Todd Pinion wrote in a statement Friday that the department has completed an internal investigation into the Sept. 29 shooting of Steve Perkins. The fatal shooting of the Black man in front of his own home has drawn regular protests in the north Alabama city. Perkins, 39, was killed by a police officer as officers accompanied a tow truck driver trying to repossess Perkins’ truck. The Decatur Police Department said in an initial public statement that officers were called to the scene by the tow truck driver, who said the homeowner pulled a gun. Police said that the man, identified as Perkins, later threatened the driver and “turned the gun toward one of the officers.” Perkins’ family has disputed the police version of events.“I found reason to believe that p...

Do dogs need to wear jackets during the winter?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

NEW YORK (WPIX) - It's that time of year when temperatures begin to drop, and people dust off their winter clothes. But what about our four-legged friends?A sweater for your dog could be more than just a statement. It could keep your dog comfortable as temperatures drop. 5 dog breeds this veterinarian says he’d never own — and why According to the American Kennel Club, some dogs need extra love when cold weather sets in.Small dog breeds and those with shorter coats do not easily create or maintain enough body heat to keep warm. Dogs that are lower to the ground also need protection, as well as senior dogs who might suffer from arthritis or weakened immune systems, according to the AKC.Larger breeds typically don’t need jackets because their fur works like a winter jacket, according to Dr. Rachel Barrack, of Animal Acupuncture in New York City. Dog found alive with missing hiker’s body after 72 days in Colorado mountains "Large breed dogs with thick coats, like Bernese Mountain, ...

LIVE: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott expected to endorse former President Donald Trump for 2024 in valley event

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

EDINBURG, Texas (Nexstar) — Former President Donald Trump is making a return to Texas on Sunday, where he’s expected to receive backing for his 2024 bid from the Lone Star State’s top Republican.Trump will join Gov. Greg Abbott in the Rio Grande Valley — home to a large portion of the highly-pined for Hispanic vote that Republicans have increasingly been investing time, money and resources in.It follows an early November trip to Houston, where the indicted former president held a rally as his poll numbers soar when ranked against fellow Republicans vying for their party’s nomination to take back the White House.According to a release from the Governor’s Office, the two Republican leaders will meet with state authorities stationed in South Texas as part of Abbott’s Operation Lone Star — his signature multi-billion dollar border security initiative. Trump and Abbott plan to serve meals in Edinburg to Texas National Guard soldiers, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers, and author...

Results aside, Wild make ‘a lot of wonderful memories’ in Sweden

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

STOCKHOLM — The Wild’s trip to Sweden was for business, and they’ll be the first to acknowledge that the business part of the trip did not go how they would have liked.But the opportunity to play outside of North America doesn’t present itself often, and though the Wild only left with two points — they lost in a shootout to Ottawa on Saturday and suffered a 4-3 overtime loss to Toronto on Sunday — they’ll still depart Sweden with plenty of positive memories.“Obviously we wanted more points,” goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury said. “Wish I could have made that save there at the end to keep it going, see where that would have taken us. But the whole experience was amazing. Stockholm was very welcoming to us. and obviously it was a great experience that we had here.”It was an especially meaningful trip for the Wild’s handful of Swedish players — Joel Eriksson Ek, Jonas Brodin, Filip Gustavsson and Marcus Johansson, as well as goalie prospect Jesper Wallstedt, who made the trip but did...

Business People: Winnebago CEO Happe named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

OF NOTEMichael HappeWinnebago Industries, an Eden Prairie-based maker of large recreational vehicles, motorhomes and watercraft, announced that President and CEO Michael Happe has been named Entrepreneur Of The Year 2023 National Overall Award winner by Ernst & Young.ADVERTISING/PUBLIC RELATIONSMONO, a Minneapolis-based ad agency, announced it has been named Agency of Record for Thrivent, a Minneapolis-based financial services firm. … Preston Spire, a Minneapolis ad agency, announced it has named Victor Kimble as its first chief marketing officer. Kimble previously was in New York at Fallon, Deutsch and Ogilvy.CONSTRUCTIONAllstar Services, a Maple Plain-based roofing and remodeling contractor, announced the appointment of Adam Love as chief executive officer. Love most recently as chief operating officer at SMS Assist.DEVELOPMENTUnited Properties, a Minneapolis-based residential and commercial property developer, announced the promotion of Janelle MacLean to environmental,...

SCSO investigating stabbing in Schuylerville

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office announced they are investigating a stabbing that occurred in Schuylerville. The incident took place late in the afternoon on November 17. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Friday at 5:31 p.m., police responded to a call for a stabbing on Myers Lane. The initial investigation revealed that an argument between two people resulted in one of them stabbing the other person in the neck. The victim was taken to Albany Medical Center to be treated for a serious injury. Police say that the victim and the suspect are reportedly known to each other, and that there is no danger to the public. Albany man charged following State Street bank robbery The investigation remains ongoing. Stay with NEWS10 as this story continues to develop.

Salvation Army annual Tree of Lights ceremony at Kiener Plaza

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:11:53 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The holiday season is officially underway as the Salvation Army hosted its annual Tree of Lights Campaign, where they lit up a Christmas tree in Kiener Plaza.This event serves as the kickoff for an annual fundraiser that raises millions of dollars for Salvation Army programs, which assist those in need. FOX2's Elliott Davis attended the event last night, and he had the opportunity to speak with co-chairs Yolanda Langford and Ozzie Smith.The 76th Tree of Lights event with the Salvation Army is particularly significant, especially during this time of year when everyone is seeking joy. For those facing financial constraints and a lack of resources, the Salvation Army steps in to provide crucial assistance.This time of year is especially important, acknowledging the challenges faced by many people. The Salvation Army's role in offering help and support becomes paramount. Letting people know that assistance is available is crucial, particularly during tough times.The goal fo...