City of Alexandria announces that negotiations to bring NHL's Capitals and NBA's Wizards to Virginia have ended
WASHINGTON (AP) – The city of Alexandria says negotiations to bring the NHL's Washington Capitals and NBA's Washington Wizards to Northern Virginia are “terminated,” creating a development district with a new arena for both teams. He said the proposal “doesn't move forward.” The city posted the statement on its website Wednesday. House Speaker Don Scott also confirmed that he heard the news from Alexandria Mayor Justin Wilson. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced plans to attract the team in December. There was no immediate comment from his office. A spokesperson for the D.C. mayor said he had no information to share.
TikTok is under FTC investigation over data practices and could face lawsuit
NEW YORK (AP) — The Federal Trade Commission is investigating TikTok over its data and security practices, according to people familiar with the matter. The FTC found that TikTok did not violate a section of federal law that prohibits “unfair and deceptive” business practices by denying individuals in China access to U.S. user data, the people said. They say they are investigating whether that is the case. The agency is also scrutinizing the company for possible violations of child privacy laws. The investigation is the latest battle in Washington over TikTok. The social media company is already fighting a federal bill that could ban the platform in the United States unless it sever ties with Beijing-based parent company ByteDance.
Hand-picked numbers were the golden ticket to a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot in New Jersey
NEPTUNE, N.J. (AP) — A person who bought a single ticket in New Jersey overcame adversity to win a $1.13 billion Mega Millions jackpot, breaking a winless record that dates back to December of last year. Ta. State lottery officials said the winning ticket was sold at ShopRite Wines & Spirits of Neptune on the Jersey Shore. Until the latest drawing, no one had matched all six numbers to win the Mega His Millions jackpot since December 8th. Winning the Mega Millions jackpot is difficult as the odds are extremely long at his 1 in 302.6 million. The prize is the eighth largest in U.S. lottery history. The $1.13 billion jackpot will go to the winner, paid through an annuity. Most winners choose to pay in cash, which brings his total to $537.5 million.
My Pillow, owned by election denier Mike Lindell, faces eviction from Minnesota warehouse
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A court will order MyPillow to vacate a former warehouse in suburban Minneapolis. But Mike Lindell, the company's founder and a prominent election denier, said Wednesday that this is just a formality because the landlord wants the property back. Lindell denied in an interview with The Associated Press on Wednesday that the eviction was another sign of his financial woes. After last year's credit crunch disrupted MyPillow's cash flow, he says its financial position is actually improving. The company lost one of its major advertising platforms and pulled out of several national retailers.
A $15 toll was approved for cars to enter parts of Manhattan.This is the first time this has happened in a U.S. city.
NEW YORK (AP) — New York is on track to become the first U.S. city to impose congestion fees on drivers entering the central business district. Transportation officials approved the toll plan Wednesday, allowing most motorists entering Manhattan's Central Park south zone to pay a $15 toll during the day. Supporters of tolls argue that tolls would encourage more people to use public transit, reduce congestion and make public buses and emergency vehicles faster. It is expected to raise $1 billion a year to fund improvements to the public subway and bus systems. The state Legislature approved the toll in 2019, but the pandemic and lack of federal regulation stalled the project.
Banksy's tree mural sprouting in London to be fenced off after apparent vandalism
LONDON (AP) — An environmentally-themed mural by the elusive street artist Banksy that appeared on a London street last week has been wrapped in plastic and fenced off after apparent vandalism. The piece immediately attracted crowds, including Banksy fans from all over the world. Two days later, the white paint was splattered. Local authority Islington City Council said it had fenced off the site to protect the artwork and residents from visitor influence. The fence will include clear plastic panels “to protect the artwork and ensure clear visibility.”
NBC cuts ties with former RNC chief Ronna McDaniel after employee protests (partially on air)
NEW YORK (AP) – NBC News is severing ties with former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel, who was hired last week as an on-air political contributor. The decision was communicated in a memo to staff by executives in the station's news department after an outcry from some journalists and commentators, according to the executive memo. The call from NBC News Group Chairman Cesar Conde came four days after the network announced that McDaniel had joined as a paid contributor to provide political analysis. The reaction from journalists and others in the network was swift and public.
Famous American sculptor Richard Serra, known as the “Iron Poet,'' dies at the age of 85
Renowned American artist and sculptor Richard Serra has died at his home in Long Island, New York. He passed away at the age of 85. According to his lawyer, the artist died of pneumonia. Serra is known around the world for transforming curved walls made of rusted steel and other malleable materials into large-scale outdoor works of art, making him one of the finest sculptors of his generation. was. He became known as the “Iron Poet”. Originally from San Francisco and studying as a painter at Yale University, Serra began sculpting in 1966, inspired by his travels to New York, Europe, and North Africa.
Godzilla's claw shoes on the Oscars red carpet are just one of Hazama's “dark fantasy” creations
URAWA, Japan (AP) — One of the Japanese productions that garnered attention on the Oscars red carpet wasn't a movie. They were kitschy shoes that looked like Godzilla's claws had dug into them. These are the works of Ryosuke Matsui, who, in his own shoes, spoke of his joy when the “Godzilla: His Minus One” team won the Oscar for Best Visual Effects. Matsui runs his own brand called Hazama, which means “in-between space” in Japanese. With just six employees, his business offers fluffy skirts, sweaters in gradient colors, jackets with repetitive motifs, and, of course, shoes with crazy heels. Matsui calls his own motif “dark fantasy.” The first batch of Godzilla shoes has sold out, but they plan to release more in different colors, perhaps in gold, which pays homage to the Oscar statuette.
President Trump sells 'God Bless the USA' Bible for $59.99 as he faces mounting legal costs
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump is peddling Bibles as he runs back to the White House. The presumptive Republican nominee released a video on his Truth Social platform Tuesday urging his supporters to purchase the “God Bless the USA Bible.” The book was inspired by country singer Lee Greenwood's patriotic ballad “God Bless the USA,” which President Trump also took to the stage to sing. At his gathering. The Bible is the latest commercial venture President Trump has pursued during his 2024 campaign. Last month, President Trump debuted a line of Trump-branded sneakers that includes $399 gold Never Surrender high-tops. President Trump also sold digital trading cards and books. The effort comes as President Trump faces mounting legal claims while fighting four criminal charges and a civil lawsuit. .
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