The man who piloted the Israeli bobsled team to its first-ever Olympic Games defended the athlete-swapping scheme that led to the team’s removal from competition, saying in an interview with the Forward that the Israeli sporting authority blew the incident out of proportion. The Olympic Committee of Israel said it pulled the team after learning... The post Israeli bobsled captain on Olympics exit: ‘Holy endeavor’ slammed into rigid rule appeared first on The Forward.

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The man who piloted the Israeli bobsled team to its first-ever Olympic Games defended the athlete-swapping scheme that led to the team’s removal from competition, saying in an interview with the Forward that the Israeli sporting authority blew the incident out of proportion. The Olympic Committee of Israel said it pulled the team after learning... The post Israeli bobsled captain on Olympics exit: ‘Holy endeavor’ slammed into rigid rule appeared first on The Forward.

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Democrats using Trump as cover for developer and corporate polluter agenda

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Democrats using Trump as cover for developer and corporate polluter agenda

Indígenas denunciam pistoleiros por disparos contra turistas no sul da Bahia e ao menos cinco pessoas são detidas no local Indígenas denunciam pistoleiros por disparos contra turistas no sul da Bahia; ao menos cinco pessoas são detidas no local apareceu primeiro no Brasil de Fato.

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Indígenas denunciam pistoleiros por disparos contra turistas no sul da Bahia e ao menos cinco pessoas são detidas no local Indígenas denunciam pistoleiros por disparos contra turistas no sul da Bahia; ao menos cinco pessoas são detidas no local apareceu primeiro no Brasil de Fato.

The Saline Township data center will discharge treated wastewater into the Saline River, according to its wetlands permit.

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The Saline Township data center will discharge treated wastewater into the Saline River, according to its wetlands permit.

Quatre mois après son arrivée au pouvoir, le colonel Michaël Randrianirina a été reçu mardi 24 février à l’Élysée par Emmanuel Macron. Un déjeuner de travail pour tenter de normaliser une relation bilatérale mise à mal par l’exfiltration du pays de l'ancien président Rajoelina, au plus fort de la contestation de son pouvoir il y a quelques mois. Mais ce tête-à-tête parisien intervient surtout dans un climat de concurrence diplomatique feutrée, six jours seulement après le passage du dirigeant malgache par le Kremlin.

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Quatre mois après son arrivée au pouvoir, le colonel Michaël Randrianirina a été reçu mardi 24 février à l’Élysée par Emmanuel Macron. Un déjeuner de travail pour tenter de normaliser une relation bilatérale mise à mal par l’exfiltration du pays de l'ancien président Rajoelina, au plus fort de la contestation de son pouvoir il y a quelques mois. Mais ce tête-à-tête parisien intervient surtout dans un climat de concurrence diplomatique feutrée, six jours seulement après le passage du dirigeant malgache par le Kremlin.

مولوی عبدالحمید، امام جمعه اهل‌سنت زاهدان، با اشاره به خیزش سراسری دی‌ماه، این ماه را «یادآور هزینه سنگین نشنیدن صدای مردم» توصیف کرد و نسبت به تداوم بی‌توجهی به مطالبات عمومی هشدار داد.

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LINCOLN — A legislative proposal to prevent “marketing malpractice” in pitching Nebraska tourism ran into opposition Tuesday from those involved in hosting visitors to the state. Under a bill introduced by State Sen. Brian Hardin of Gering, the Nebraska Tourism Commission would no longer be an independent agency run by commissioners from across the state, […]

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LINCOLN — A legislative proposal to prevent “marketing malpractice” in pitching Nebraska tourism ran into opposition Tuesday from those involved in hosting visitors to the state. Under a bill introduced by State Sen. Brian Hardin of Gering, the Nebraska Tourism Commission would no longer be an independent agency run by commissioners from across the state, […]

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Democrats’ main attempt to reduce skyrocketing lawsuit payouts by the state and local governments isn’t moving forward in the Washington Legislature this year. Lawmakers were looking to provide some relief as the state spent roughly $500 million last year in settlements and jury verdicts in cases involving government misconduct. Attorney fees have also piled up. […]

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Democrats’ main attempt to reduce skyrocketing lawsuit payouts by the state and local governments isn’t moving forward in the Washington Legislature this year. Lawmakers were looking to provide some relief as the state spent roughly $500 million last year in settlements and jury verdicts in cases involving government misconduct. Attorney fees have also piled up. […]

(The Center Square) – Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock has launched a partnership with law enforcement to strengthen collaboration as it administers grants to support ongoing border security efforts in rural areas. “Texas depends on strong partnerships with the men and women who protect our communities every day,” Hancock said. “This advisory panel ensures we are hearing directly from law enforcement professionals as we administer critical grant programs and continue supporting public safety across our state.” On Tuesday, Hancock announced a new Law Enforcement Advisory Panel whose members will advise the office on implementing public safety grant programs and notifying the comptroller or agency’s Criminal Investigation Division about issues of concern. They’ll give input on the comptroller’s office implementing SB 22, the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program, which the legislature enacted last year to help rural sheriffs recruit and retain deputies and obtain equipment and resources. The program has been a lifeline so far with rural sheriffs, The Center Square has reported. Funds also support county prosecutors and district attorneys. The advisory panel will also provide input on the office implementing SB 8, a grant program encouraging sheriff participation in federal immigration enforcement. So far, more than 250 federal immigration 287(g) agreements have been signed between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Texas law enforcement agencies, The Center Square reported. The Trump administration is encouraging law enforcement to participate in three models: the Jail Enforcement Model (JEM), Task Force Model (TFM) and Warrant Service Officer (WSO), The Center Square reported. Training is free and participants receive federal funding. The models create a “force multiplier” to help federal agents “deport removable aliens involved in gang activity, violent crimes, human smuggling, organized crime, sex offenses, drug smuggling, money laundering and many other crimes,” ICE explains. The state grant programs provide additional resources. Hancock, a former state senator who voted for the legislation he’s now implementing, was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott to fill a vacant role. He is running for election in the March Republican primary. Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn is chairing the panel, joined by the sheriffs of Bee, Brazoria, Chambers, Denton, Grayson, Hill, Jim Wells, Kendall, Matagorda, Montgomery, Potter, Taylor and Terrell counties as well as the district attorney of Smith County. Nearly all law enforcement associations representing thousands of Texas law enforcement have endorsed Hancock. They include the Texas Municipal Police Association, Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas, Texas Fraternal Order of Police, Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association Political Action Committee, police officers’ associations representing Dallas, Houston, Fort Worth, Austin and Arlington, as well as game wardens, Latino law enforcement, bondsmen and others. Abbott endorsed Hancock after two Republicans had already entered the race, Texas businessman Don Huffines and Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick. It does not appear that any law enforcement leaders or associations in Texas have endorsed them. Huffines, a former state legislator who challenged Abbott in 2022 and lost, was a vocal critic of Abbott’s border security mission, Operation Lone Star. Huffines has been criticized by Texas Republicans for secretly purchasing a ranch owned by the late child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein after years of allegations the property was used to traffic, rape and torture children. The New Mexico Attorney General reopened an investigation into the property last week after receiving more information. An initial 2019 New Mexico AG investigation was squashed by the first Trump administration, The Center Square reported. The New Mexico legislature also launched an investigation expressing concerns “that the failure to investigate the alleged criminal activity at [Epstein’s] ranch and the risk of potential consequences of that activity continue to affect the safety and welfare of the state and that continued legislative inaction threatens public confidence in state government.” Huffines and paid social media influencers have argued investigative reporting about Huffines’ secretive Epstein ranch purchase is a “hit piece” funded and orchestrated by Abbott and Hancock, whom Abbot has endorsed. The Santa Fe New Mexican has been reporting on Epstein-New Mexican political connections for more than 20 years and submitted a public information request. Neither Abbott’s state nor campaign staff contacted The Center Square about the issue. The Center Square contacted the campaigns of Hancock and Craddick for one story, requesting comments. Hancock’s campaign declined to comment. Craddick’s campaign didn’t respond. Abbott’s office was never contacted. Texas OLS sheriffs and South Texas ranchers have argued had Huffines been involved with border communities and knew what they’ve been experiencing perhaps he would have invited law enforcement to search the 8,000-acre property they say is a potential crime scene in an effort to help law enforcement, survivors and victims’ families. They’ve also offered suggestions about how to work with law enforcement, The Center Square reported. Huffines has said he would comply with law enforcement investigations if asked.

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(The Center Square) – Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock has launched a partnership with law enforcement to strengthen collaboration as it administers grants to support ongoing border security efforts in rural areas. “Texas depends on strong partnerships with the men and women who protect our communities every day,” Hancock said. “This advisory panel ensures we are hearing directly from law enforcement professionals as we administer critical grant programs and continue supporting public safety across our state.” On Tuesday, Hancock announced a new Law Enforcement Advisory Panel whose members will advise the office on implementing public safety grant programs and notifying the comptroller or agency’s Criminal Investigation Division about issues of concern. They’ll give input on the comptroller’s office implementing SB 22, the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program, which the legislature enacted last year to help rural sheriffs recruit and retain deputies and obtain equipment and resources. The program has been a lifeline so far with rural sheriffs, The Center Square has reported. Funds also support county prosecutors and district attorneys. The advisory panel will also provide input on the office implementing SB 8, a grant program encouraging sheriff participation in federal immigration enforcement. So far, more than 250 federal immigration 287(g) agreements have been signed between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Texas law enforcement agencies, The Center Square reported. The Trump administration is encouraging law enforcement to participate in three models: the Jail Enforcement Model (JEM), Task Force Model (TFM) and Warrant Service Officer (WSO), The Center Square reported. Training is free and participants receive federal funding. The models create a “force multiplier” to help federal agents “deport removable aliens involved in gang activity, violent crimes, human smuggling, organized crime, sex offenses, drug smuggling, money laundering and many other crimes,” ICE explains. The state grant programs provide additional resources. Hancock, a former state senator who voted for the legislation he’s now implementing, was appointed by Gov. Greg Abbott to fill a vacant role. He is running for election in the March Republican primary. Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn is chairing the panel, joined by the sheriffs of Bee, Brazoria, Chambers, Denton, Grayson, Hill, Jim Wells, Kendall, Matagorda, Montgomery, Potter, Taylor and Terrell counties as well as the district attorney of Smith County. Nearly all law enforcement associations representing thousands of Texas law enforcement have endorsed Hancock. They include the Texas Municipal Police Association, Combined Law Enforcement Association of Texas, Texas Fraternal Order of Police, Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association Political Action Committee, police officers’ associations representing Dallas, Houston, Fort Worth, Austin and Arlington, as well as game wardens, Latino law enforcement, bondsmen and others. Abbott endorsed Hancock after two Republicans had already entered the race, Texas businessman Don Huffines and Texas Railroad Commissioner Christi Craddick. It does not appear that any law enforcement leaders or associations in Texas have endorsed them. Huffines, a former state legislator who challenged Abbott in 2022 and lost, was a vocal critic of Abbott’s border security mission, Operation Lone Star. Huffines has been criticized by Texas Republicans for secretly purchasing a ranch owned by the late child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein after years of allegations the property was used to traffic, rape and torture children. The New Mexico Attorney General reopened an investigation into the property last week after receiving more information. An initial 2019 New Mexico AG investigation was squashed by the first Trump administration, The Center Square reported. The New Mexico legislature also launched an investigation expressing concerns “that the failure to investigate the alleged criminal activity at [Epstein’s] ranch and the risk of potential consequences of that activity continue to affect the safety and welfare of the state and that continued legislative inaction threatens public confidence in state government.” Huffines and paid social media influencers have argued investigative reporting about Huffines’ secretive Epstein ranch purchase is a “hit piece” funded and orchestrated by Abbott and Hancock, whom Abbot has endorsed. The Santa Fe New Mexican has been reporting on Epstein-New Mexican political connections for more than 20 years and submitted a public information request. Neither Abbott’s state nor campaign staff contacted The Center Square about the issue. The Center Square contacted the campaigns of Hancock and Craddick for one story, requesting comments. Hancock’s campaign declined to comment. Craddick’s campaign didn’t respond. Abbott’s office was never contacted. Texas OLS sheriffs and South Texas ranchers have argued had Huffines been involved with border communities and knew what they’ve been experiencing perhaps he would have invited law enforcement to search the 8,000-acre property they say is a potential crime scene in an effort to help law enforcement, survivors and victims’ families. They’ve also offered suggestions about how to work with law enforcement, The Center Square reported. Huffines has said he would comply with law enforcement investigations if asked.

Ministério Público considera que caso é claro de aliciamento e pode recorrer a tribunais superiores MP de Minas Gerais recorre de absolvição de homem acusado de estuprar menina de 12 anos apareceu primeiro no Brasil de Fato.

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Ministério Público considera que caso é claro de aliciamento e pode recorrer a tribunais superiores MP de Minas Gerais recorre de absolvição de homem acusado de estuprar menina de 12 anos apareceu primeiro no Brasil de Fato.

Here's a look at how voting patterns have changed in San Diego. The post New San Diego Maps Show Shifting Boundaries, Voting Patterns Ahead of Midterm Elections appeared first on Voice of San Diego.

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Here's a look at how voting patterns have changed in San Diego. The post New San Diego Maps Show Shifting Boundaries, Voting Patterns Ahead of Midterm Elections appeared first on Voice of San Diego.

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An Arkansas official testified Tuesday he’s never appointed an attorney for parolees in his two years conducting hearings on whether they’d be sent back to prison, as a federal judge weighed whether to block the state from enforcing revocation procedures challenged as unconstitutional. Attorneys for three men accused of parole violations told U.S. District Judge […]

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An Arkansas official testified Tuesday he’s never appointed an attorney for parolees in his two years conducting hearings on whether they’d be sent back to prison, as a federal judge weighed whether to block the state from enforcing revocation procedures challenged as unconstitutional. Attorneys for three men accused of parole violations told U.S. District Judge […]

Rivers support billions of people but are among the least protected parts of nature. A major review shows what needs to be done as climate change accelerates.

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Rivers support billions of people but are among the least protected parts of nature. A major review shows what needs to be done as climate change accelerates.

نشریه فارین پالیسی در مقاله‌ای تحت عنوان «چهار سناریو برای ایران پس از جنگ» به احتمال تمایل پرزیدنت ترامپ به تغییر رژیم در ایران ضمن پرهیز از پیامدهای پرهزینه آن می پردازد.

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نشریه فارین پالیسی در مقاله‌ای تحت عنوان «چهار سناریو برای ایران پس از جنگ» به احتمال تمایل پرزیدنت ترامپ به تغییر رژیم در ایران ضمن پرهیز از پیامدهای پرهزینه آن می پردازد.

Texas law requires most managers appointed by the education commissioner to reside in the district.

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Texas law requires most managers appointed by the education commissioner to reside in the district.

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Editor's note: This story has been updated to add a video. (The Center Square) – California drivers and their wallets would get some relief at the pump if a new bill passes the state Legislature this year. Assembly Bill 1745, introduced by Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez, R-Indio, would suspend the state’s gas tax for one year. The tax currently sits at 61 cents a gallon, according to lawmakers with knowledge of the bill. “Californians pay among the highest gas prices in the nation,” Gonzalez said Tuesday at a press conference announcing the bill. “While families are tightening their belts, Sacramento continues to ask them for more," he told reporters at the Capitol in Sacramento. "Parents should not have to choose between paying for gas or buying groceries.” According to AAA, California had the highest gas prices in the country on Tuesday. The average price of a gallon of gas in California was $4.63 a gallon, followed closely by Hawaii at $4.40 a gallon, Washington state at $4.35, Oregon at $3.91, Nevada at $3.70, Arizona at $3.25, Pennsylvania at $3.13 and Vermont at $3. The lowest gas prices in the country on Tuesday were in Oklahoma, where the average price of gas was $2.37 a gallon, according to AAA’s fuel prices tracker. The national average price was $2.95. “High gas taxes, rising fees and decisions from the politicians who control the capital are making it harder for working families to make ends meet,” said Assemblymember Leticia Castillo, R-Corona, during the press conference. “This bill is a simple common-sense solution. It would temporarily suspend the gas tax and put real money back into your pockets when you need it the most.” The effort to temporarily lift the gas tax in California follows a bill introduced by Assemblymember Lori Wilson, D-Suisun City and chair of the Assembly Transportation Committee, that would study the impact and feasibility of imposing a per-mile road user charge on California’s drivers. Assembly Bill 1421 was introduced in response to fears of declining gas tax revenue as more California drivers buy electric cars – eliminating the need to fill up a vehicle’s tank. The gas tax pays for the state’s roads and highway system, according to previous reporting by The Center Square. An elimination of that tax, even temporarily, would create a funding gap for the state’s roads that Republican lawmakers on Tuesday said they want to backfill with general fund money. “By pausing this gas tax, we need to make sure that we replace it from the general,” Gonzalez said in response to a Center Square question after the press conference on Tuesday. “It has to be replaced. We’re doing this on the backs of Californians. We need to find a place to get it from and we can get it from the general [fund].” Data from the Tax Foundation shows that California has the highest gas taxes in the country, at 70.92 cents a gallon. Illinois has the second-highest gas taxes in the country, at 66.4 cents per gallon, followed by 59.04 cents per gallon in Washington state and 58.7 per gallon in Pennsylvania. Alaska has the lowest gas taxes in the country – 8.95 cents per gallon. Suspending the tax has support from associations that represent gas marketers in California, who said on Tuesday that the gas tax adds to the strain for many of the state's families. “For families commuting to work, getting kids to school or traveling long distances in rural communities, every cent matters,” said Elizabeth Graham, CEO of California Fuels & Convenience Alliance at the press conference. “Suspending the gas tax would provide immediate, visible relief at the pump. When consumers keep more of their own money, that supports other local businesses and strengthens our communities.”

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Editor's note: This story has been updated to add a video. (The Center Square) – California drivers and their wallets would get some relief at the pump if a new bill passes the state Legislature this year. Assembly Bill 1745, introduced by Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez, R-Indio, would suspend the state’s gas tax for one year. The tax currently sits at 61 cents a gallon, according to lawmakers with knowledge of the bill. “Californians pay among the highest gas prices in the nation,” Gonzalez said Tuesday at a press conference announcing the bill. “While families are tightening their belts, Sacramento continues to ask them for more," he told reporters at the Capitol in Sacramento. "Parents should not have to choose between paying for gas or buying groceries.” According to AAA, California had the highest gas prices in the country on Tuesday. The average price of a gallon of gas in California was $4.63 a gallon, followed closely by Hawaii at $4.40 a gallon, Washington state at $4.35, Oregon at $3.91, Nevada at $3.70, Arizona at $3.25, Pennsylvania at $3.13 and Vermont at $3. The lowest gas prices in the country on Tuesday were in Oklahoma, where the average price of gas was $2.37 a gallon, according to AAA’s fuel prices tracker. The national average price was $2.95. “High gas taxes, rising fees and decisions from the politicians who control the capital are making it harder for working families to make ends meet,” said Assemblymember Leticia Castillo, R-Corona, during the press conference. “This bill is a simple common-sense solution. It would temporarily suspend the gas tax and put real money back into your pockets when you need it the most.” The effort to temporarily lift the gas tax in California follows a bill introduced by Assemblymember Lori Wilson, D-Suisun City and chair of the Assembly Transportation Committee, that would study the impact and feasibility of imposing a per-mile road user charge on California’s drivers. Assembly Bill 1421 was introduced in response to fears of declining gas tax revenue as more California drivers buy electric cars – eliminating the need to fill up a vehicle’s tank. The gas tax pays for the state’s roads and highway system, according to previous reporting by The Center Square. An elimination of that tax, even temporarily, would create a funding gap for the state’s roads that Republican lawmakers on Tuesday said they want to backfill with general fund money. “By pausing this gas tax, we need to make sure that we replace it from the general,” Gonzalez said in response to a Center Square question after the press conference on Tuesday. “It has to be replaced. We’re doing this on the backs of Californians. We need to find a place to get it from and we can get it from the general [fund].” Data from the Tax Foundation shows that California has the highest gas taxes in the country, at 70.92 cents a gallon. Illinois has the second-highest gas taxes in the country, at 66.4 cents per gallon, followed by 59.04 cents per gallon in Washington state and 58.7 per gallon in Pennsylvania. Alaska has the lowest gas taxes in the country – 8.95 cents per gallon. Suspending the tax has support from associations that represent gas marketers in California, who said on Tuesday that the gas tax adds to the strain for many of the state's families. “For families commuting to work, getting kids to school or traveling long distances in rural communities, every cent matters,” said Elizabeth Graham, CEO of California Fuels & Convenience Alliance at the press conference. “Suspending the gas tax would provide immediate, visible relief at the pump. When consumers keep more of their own money, that supports other local businesses and strengthens our communities.”

Briefs and replies are piling up in the Kern River case pending review by the state Supreme Court. The court agreed to look at an appellate decision that tossed out […]

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The district will help pay for the operations, maintenance and various upgrades to the area along the Trinity River just north of downtown.

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The district will help pay for the operations, maintenance and various upgrades to the area along the Trinity River just north of downtown.

روزنامه نیویورک تایمز در مقاله ای تحت عنوان «کارمندان بایننس آشکار کردند ۱.۷ میلیارد دلار رمزارز به نهادهای ایرانی ارسال شده است» به شواهد تخلف از قانون در بزرگ‌ترین صرافی رمزارز جهان پرداخته است.

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Curta de Emílio Ribeiro e Camila Paula aposta na memória fragmentada, no gótico feminino e em uma abordagem ética que recusa a espetacularização do trauma O post ‘Umbuzeiro’ aborda as marcas psíquicas da violência contra a mulher no interior do Nordeste apareceu primeiro em Mídia NINJA.

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