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UAE announces plans to invest $54B in energy and triple renewable sources

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United Arab Emirates plans to triple its supply of renewable energy and invest up to $54 billion over the next seven years to meet its growing energy demands.Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE’s vice president and ruler of Dubai, announced the plans on Monday following a Cabinet meeting. They also include investments in low-emission hydrogen fuel and developing infrastructure for electric vehicles. He said the updated national energy strategy “aims to triple the contribution of renewable energy over the next seven years and invest 150 billion to 200 billion dirhams ($40 billion to $54 billion) during the same period to meet the country’s growing demand for energy.”The major oil-producing nation has pledged to be carbon-neutral by 2050, without fully explaining how, and is hosting the COP28 climate summit later this year.The latest announcement included the formation of an Investment Ministry to be led by Mohamed Hassan Alsuwai...

Nearly 2,000 Air Canada flights delayed, cancelled over July long weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

Figures from aviation tracker FlightAware show that nearly 2,000 Air Canada flights were delayed or cancelled over the Canada Day long weekend.Roughly half of all trips by the country’s biggest airline — including its lower-cost Air Canada Rouge and regional partner Jazz Aviation — were disrupted Saturday through Monday.The 1,965 flight delays and cancellations stand in contrast to figures from some other Canadian carriers such as WestJet, Air Transat and Flair Airlines, which registered lower flight disruption levels.They also mark an uptick from the previous weekend, despite an unplanned shortage of air traffic controllers at Nav Canada that snarled the travel plans of thousands in that period.Posts and photos of snaking lines and bulging terminals at airports in Toronto and Montreal plastered social media over the past few days as passengers vented their frustration about late takeoffs and customer service.Aviation expert John Gradek says bloated flight schedules and fewer ...

A somber anniversary: Highland Park marks one year since July Fourth mass shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill.  — Tuesday marks one year since the mass shooting at the Highland Park Fourth of July parade.The morning began with a ceremony that included a moment of silence as well as remarks from religious leaders and Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering.“This morning we remember those who were murdered, and those whose lives were altered,” she said. “Our hearts will always ache for families and friends left behind.  There is nothing we can say that will fill holes torn in their hearts or heal those who were irreparably harmed.”Rotering said the key word in the community over the last year has been “resilience.”Around 200 volunteers worked to put Tuesday’s events on. Rotering said they’re taking a trauma-informed approach, because they recognize the events of last year have changed so many lives forever and this doesn’t just go away. “This doesn’t end today. This is not just next year. We as a community are going to be there for each other and that is what toda...

What beaches in the Chicago area are open on Fourth of July?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

CHICAGO — On a hot and humid Fourth of July in Chicago, there are more than a few people who are looking to cool off at one of the beaches around the area.But there are a few that are closed due to water quality in the area on this holiday.In Chicago, the majority of beaches allow swimming on Tuesday, when temperatures are expected to rise into the 90s. 12th Street Beach57th Street Beach Calumet BeachFoster BeachHartigan Beach Helen Doria BeachLane Beach Leone Beach Loyola BeachMargaret T. Burroughs BeachNorth Avenue Beach North Shore BeachOak Street BeachOakwood BeachOhio Street BeachOsterman BeachSouth Shore BeachTobey Prinz BeachAs of Noon, there are three beaches in Chicago where swimming isn't allowed. Marion Mahony Griffin BeachMontrose BeachRainbow BeachUpdated swimming conditions can be found here.In Evanston, only South Blvd. Beach is open for swimming, with the rest of the ones in the city closed due to elevated and unsafe E. coli levels in the water. The ones that are clo...

Substance found at White House tests positive for cocaine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

WASHINGTON (NewsNation) — The U.S. Secret Service is investigating "an unknown item" that was found at the White House on Sunday, officials confirmed to NewsNation. The White House was briefly evacuated after the item, a white powder, was found "inside a work area," White House spokesperson Anthony Guglielmi confirmed to NewsNation. A preliminary test indicated the powder was cocaine.Members of the Uniformed Division of the Secret Service discovered the substance during their routine rounds in the building, according to Guglielmi. It was in an area accessible to tour groups, not in any particular West Wing office, officials told The Associated Press. ‘No sense of urgency’: Man who captured crack on ride says The discovery led to increased security measures and a temporary evacuation of the executive mansion. President Biden was not present in the White House during that time, The Washington Post reported. Guglielmi didn't say where in the White House the substance was found. He sa...

Man injured by neighbors shooting target practice in Wisconsin, sheriff says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

WILTON, Wis. (WFRV) - A 51-year-old Wisconsin man was injured after being shot by neighbors who were target practicing without a proper backstop, according to authorities.Deputies with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office were called to a report of a shooting in Wilton on Sunday shortly after 7 p.m., roughly 45 miles east of La Crosse.The caller reported that the shots were coming from a neighboring property, and a man had been shot in the leg. He was reportedly transported by private vehicle to a local hospital. ‘No sense of urgency’: Man who captured crack on roller coaster says Investigators determined four people were target shooting at a neighboring residence without a proper backstop, allowing the bullets to travel across the roadway and endanger people from almost 1,000 yards away.Four men, all in their 20s, were booked into the Monroe County Jail following the incident. Online court records show two of the men have each been charged with seven counts of second-degree reckles...

Austin ISD to install solar panels at select schools thanks to federal energy grant

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Independent School District will receive a federal grant, which it will use to bring solar panels to 16 school buildings. The district originally requested nearly $15 million for its Solar for Schools program, according to U.S. Department of Energy documents. Austin ISD is the only school district in Texas to win a grant from the Department of Energy as part of its Renew America’s Schools program.The 16 schools chosen for the energy efficiency projects represent some of the most historically underserved students and communities.In addition to saving on energy costs, educators will use the new green technology as teaching tools for students.

GoFundMe, memorial service details for South St. Paul teen who drowned in Lake Superior

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

A GoFundMe account has been set up to help with funeral expenses for a South St. Paul teen who drowned in Lake Superior last week.Nearly $6,000 has been raised as of Tuesday morning for the family of 18-year-old Austin Dale Henning.Henning and Maximillian Williams, 18, of Inver Grove Heights, died June 25 after jumping off of cliffs into Lake Superior.The two were on a couples day trip to Lake Superior when the tragedy occurred, said Henning’s mother, Beth Ann Henning. Henning was dating Williams’ twin sister, Beth Ann Henning said, who had advised against the cliff jumping.At the time of the drownings, wind speeds were up to 23 mph and waves were three to four feet tall, the Duluth News Tribune reported.  A 911 caller reported the two were “struggling to swim” at Black Beach, in Silver Bay, about 1:25 p.m. Sunday.Henning and Williams graduated from Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights this spring, Henning’s mother said. The two had become close friends while working at Discoun...

Cambridge man arrested following burglary investigation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

CAMBRIDGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Cambridge man was arrested on Monday following almost a month-long burglary investigation. Steven Russell, 33, was charged with second-degree burglary. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to New York State Police, on June 7, around 1:04 p.m., troopers responded to a Cambridge home for a reported burglary. Police say an investigation found Russell entered an unoccupied home without permission for the purpose of theft.Police say the homeowner came back home with Russell still in the house, however, he fled before they could arrive. He was arrested at his home with the assistance of NYSDOCCS and was taken to Greenwich State Police for processing. He was taken to the Washington County Correctional Facility to await arraignment.

Connect Center for Youth hosts annual Taco fundraiser

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:47 GMT

COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On July 7, the Connect Center for Youth is hosting its third annual Tacos for Life fundraiser. In addition to raising funds, the event provides the community and donors an opportunity to see the programming offered at the Connect Center. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Tacos for Life began as a way to provide kids the experinece of dinner/catering service at the end of culinary camp. In its first year, the event raised $3,000. Donations reached $10K in 2022. This year, the Center is aiming to raise $50K. Guests can enjoy a night of music, games and the all-you-can-eat taco buffet. Pre-paid tickets are available online for $20. Guests may purchase tickets at the door for $25. All children 5 & under are free. The event will be held at 49 Johnston Ave in Cohoes.