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Stock market today: Global shares mostly rise after House approves debt ceiling deal

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — Global benchmarks were mostly higher Thursday after the United States House of Representatives approved a debt ceiling and budget cuts package, avoiding a default crisis. France’s CAC 40 gained 0.9% in early trading to 7,163.56, while Germany’s DAX jumped 1.1% to 15,833.44. Britain’s FTSE 100 edged up 0.7% to 7,495.59. U.S. shares were set to drift higher with Dow futures inching up nearly 0.1% to 32,994.00. S&P 500 futures rose 0.2% to 4,197.00. Oil prices rose. Investor enthusiasm was muted by worries about the Chinese economy after disappointing recent data on a recovery in the world’s second largest economy, and a key driver of regional growth. “Following recent disappointing economic data from China, the real economy levered stocks are likely to underperform. If economic data from China continues to miss expectations, more participants could start to forecast a lower China GDP for the quarters ahead,” Anderson Alves at ActivT...

India, Nepal prime ministers meet to deepen ties as China’s influence grows in region

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

NEW DELHI (AP) — Nepal’s prime minister held talks with his Indian counterpart on Thursday as India and its rival China bid for influence in the tiny Himalayan nation as part of a greater regional power struggle. Pushpa Kamal Dahal met Narendra Modi in New Delhi during a four-day visit to India, his first trip abroad since taking office last December. After the meeting, the two prime ministers remotely inaugurated several projects, including a cargo railway line and two border checkpoints, and oversaw the signing of a slew of agreements.Modi said they agreed to further deepen their historic ties and “take our relations to Himalayan heights.” He said they agreed to resolve all their outstanding issues, including a border dispute.Dahal said at a joint news conference that they reviewed ongoing projects and discussed ways to further cooperate in connectivity, energy and people-to-people contact.New Nepalese prime ministers traditionally visit neighboring India soon after taking office....

A look inside the Minneapolis-based judging process to (maybe) pick the country’s best cheese

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Not long ago, 1,318 cheeses from around the Western Hemisphere arrived on the loading docks at Huntington Bank Stadium. Each thought it had what it takes to be crowned Best of Show.The American Cheese Society’s awards, including its championship prize, are among the top domestic recognitions a U.S. cheesemaker can earn. And as of last year, Minneapolis is now the home base for the annual cheese competition.Minnesota dairy farmer and cheesemonger Christine Leonard, left, and cheesemonger Courtney Johnson of Seattle check in boxes of cheese for judging during the American Cheese Society’s annual competition on May 16, 2023, at Huntington Bank Stadium. Nearly 1,400 cheeses and dairy products were entered into the judging process. (Photo courtesy American Cheese Society)Inside the stadium’s indoor club areas from May 15-19, a group of cheese judges and volunteers evaluated literal tons of dairy over the several-day process. After cheeses arrived and received a temperature check, t...

Bethlehem bounces Yorktown in Class B sub-regional girls lacrosse matchup

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The redemption season continues for the Bethlehem Central girls lacrosse team. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! After being upset as the top seed in the Sec. II, Class A postseason tournament last year, the Eagles have responded in 2023 by claiming a Class B sectional championship, and are now headed to the regional round of the state tournament following a 7-6 sub-regional victory over Sec. I's Yorktown at Schuylerville High School Wednesday night.A free-position goal from Bethlehem senior Sophie Klein put the Eagles on the board first at the 21:29 mark of the first half. After Yorktown tied the game up just over eight minutes later, the Bethlehem defense, anchored in the cage by sophomore goalie Madeline Ward, locked down the Huskers' offense, holding them scoreless the remaining 13:21 of the half.The Bethlehem offense capitalized on that drought, going on a 4-0 run in that span that was spa...

Queensbury girls lacrosse outlasted by John Jay in sub-regionals

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

SCHUYLERVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- After a back-and-forth, competitive first half, the Queensbury girls lacrosse team could not overcome Sec. I's John Jay Cross River in a sub-regional matchup in the Class C state tournament, falling 10-7 to the Wolves Wednesday night at Schuylerville High School in a season-ending defeat. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Spartans raced out to an early, 1-0 lead when senior attack Meredith Montgomery scored a transition goal just 61 seconds into the match. But John Jay quickly settled in on offense. After tying the game at one, Annabel Brennan collected a pass while drifting to the right of the cage, and shot across her body, netting a go-ahead goal at the 15:13 mark of the first half.The Wolves tacked on another goal moments later to cap a 3-0 run, but the Spartans were ready with a response. Senior midfielder Kendra Ballard scored back-to-back goals going across the middle of the field; t...

Chatham softball rolls St. Lawrence Central in subregionals

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

MALTA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Chatham softball team rolled through Section 2 to win the Class C title. They looked to keep it rolling in the state tournament, starting in Subregionals against St. Lawrence Central on Wednesday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Panthers dominated from the jump, putting up five runs in the first inning. Chatham kept their foot on the pedal throughout, on their way to an 11-3 win. The Panthers will take on Northeastern Clinton on Friday in the Regional Final at 4:30 PM.

Albany Dutchmen prepare for 2023 with local flare

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

ALTAMONT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- As summer approaches, so does summer league baseball. The Albany Dutchmen begin their campaign in the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League on Thursday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! There's a lot of local flare on this year's Dutchmen roster. There are 17 players from the Capital Region on the roster. Two former star pitchers at Shaker, Siena's Ryan Bates and Stony Brook's Andrew Dongelwic, will take the bump for Dutchmen this season. "It feels nice, I get to stay home and stay close to family," said Bates. "I was a starter all year at Siena and with how many innings I threw, I'm going to be out of the bullpen for the summer. It will be nice to get a different kind of experience on the mound."Dongelwic is also excited to pitch in front of friends and family. "It's definitely good to be home," said Dongelwic. "It's good to play with a bunch of my boys again and get to have my family see some ...

How to Get Presale Code Tickets for Janelle Monáe Age of Pleasure Tour – Everything You Need to Know to Get Tickets

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Multi-talented recording artist Janelle Monáe announced her “Age of Pleasure Tour” and we’ll tell you how to get presale code tickets and everything else you need to know make sure you make it out for a date. Presale code tickets go on sale Thursday, June 1 at 10 am local time, while general on sale tickets will start Friday, June 2 at 10 am local time. You can find the Janelle Monáe Age of Pleasure Tour presale codes and passwords below.The celebrated Grammy Award-nominated artist and fashion icon known for her unique sound, energetic performances, and when she’s not performing or recording music, her activism. The tour will take place in 26 cities, kicking off on August 30th at WAMU Theater in Seattle, and finishing in Inglewood, CA’s YouTube Theater on October 18th. Throughout the tour, Janelle Monáe will perform a show featuring songs from her new The Age of Pleasure album and classic hits from her discography. Monáe’s new album is set to drop...

Ask Amy: We live on a nice street, and we’re thinking about reporting the neighbor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

Dear Amy: Summer is almost here and a house on our street has a really unkempt lawn. It looks like it hasn’t been mowed at all.We live on a nice street with small front lawns, and all the neighbors take pride.There is a local ordinance regarding this, but I’m on the fence about turning in these people. Another neighbor mentioned reporting them, and we were both wondering what you think.– Neat NeighborDear Neighbor: You don’t seem to know this family, but before turning them in, you might want to knock on their door and offer to cut their front lawn for them. Tell them, “It’s no big deal – zip-zip, and I’ll be done in 15 minutes.”They might be older, unwell or overwhelmed.Some church and community groups will take on this task, bringing over a small crew of volunteers, and I assume that this assistance is gratefully received by the homeowners.Dear Amy: In college in Montana, I majored in equine studies. After trying for four years, I finally got into an extremely competitive internsh...

Harriette Cole: I drink a lot. My life is fine. End of story?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:51 GMT

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am probably what is called a high-functioning alcoholic.I drink a lot — both with others and on my own. I do my job well, and I handle my business. Sometimes I am groggy during the day if I drank too much the night before, but mostly I manage just fine.I was looking at my credit card statement recently and realized that I spent a lot of money last month on booze. That kind of alerted me to my reality.Related ArticlesAdvice | Harriette Cole: I’m uncomfortable with what my boyfriend does for work Advice | Harriette Cole: This young man’s question made me realize the truth about my marriage Advice | Harriette Cole: My dad’s job is in DEI, but you should hear what he says when he’s stressed Advice | Harriette Cole: She was mean to me, and now she wants my help getting a job Advice | Harriette Cole: I saw my boyfriend was googling break-up questions I’m su...