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Transfer news: Brentford signs Nathan Collins for club record fee

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

Nathan Collins became Brentford’s record signing on Tuesday after completing a transfer from Premier League rival Wolverhampton. While Brentford did not reveal the size of the fee for the center back, it is reportedly worth 23 million pounds ($29 million).Collins, an Ireland international, has signed a six-year contract with the option of a further two years. “He’s a very talented center-back and still young,” said Brentford manager Thomas Frank. “He has a lot of very good abilities that we value a lot. He’s a composed and calm defender. His heading in both boxes is a big thing, both in open play and from set-pieces, which is massive in the Premier League.“I also like his ability on the ball. He can carry the ball out of defense and also has the composure to find the right pass during build-up play.”Collins, 22, spent one season at Wolverhampton and made 31 appearances. Previous clubs include Burnley and Stoke. “I talked with the manager and a few of the backroom staff a...

Demanda alega que Harvard da un trato preferente a las admisiones heredadas, que son “abrumadoramente” blancas

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

(CNN) — Tres grupos de defensa de las minorías demandaron a la dirección de la Universidad de Harvard, acusándola de discriminación por dar un trato preferente a los hijos de donantes adinerados y antiguos alumnos, y citan la reciente sentencia de la Corte Suprema de Estados Unidos que eliminó la acción afirmativa para reforzar su demanda.La demanda, presentada por el grupo Lawyers for Civil Rights en nombre de Chica Project, African Community Economic Development of New England y Greater Boston Latino Network, alega que los estudiantes que reciben ese trato preferente son “abrumadoramente blancos” y representan hasta el 15% de los estudiantes admitidos.“Este trato preferente no tiene nada que ver con los méritos del solicitante. Por el contrario, se trata de un beneficio injusto y no merecido que se confiere únicamente en función de la familia en la que nace el solicitante”, afirma Lawyers for Civil Rights en un comunicado de prensa. “Esta costum...

Tiroteo luego de festival local deja tres muertos y 8 heridos en Texas, según la policía

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

FORT WORTH, Texas — Las autoridades de Texas dicen que tres personas murieron y ocho resultaron heridas cuando estallaron disparos después de un festival local. El tiroteo en Fort Worth ocurrió el lunes por la noche en el barrio de Como, en el suroeste de la ciudad. WFAA, citando a la policía, informa que el tiroteo ocurrió pocas horas después del final del ComoFest anual del vecindario. Muere por ahogamiento tras rescatar a dos niños que nadaban en parque estatal Mark Zuckerberg lanzará la nueva red social “Threads”, la nueva competencia de Twitter El informe dijo que no se habían realizado arrestos hasta el martes por la mañana. Tampoco estaba claro cuántas personas pudieron haber abierto fuego.Esta es una noticia en desarrollo. Regrese al artículo para más información.Source

Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day for large hail, isolated tornado

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) - Severe storms are expected in Denver weather and along the Front Range Tuesday afternoon and evening with mild highs in the lower 80s. Weather today: Strong stormsSunshine is here early with highs climbing into the lower 80s, before storms move in. Where to watch Colorado’s 4th of July fireworks, drone shows this year Storms will arrive early Tuesday afternoon and linger with a few rounds of storms into the evening and early overnight hours. The Fourth of July will be a stormy day with high temperatures.Most of the eastern half of the state is under a slight risk for severe weather Tuesday, which means a Pinpoint Weather Alert Day. The risk is for large hail, gusty winds, and an isolated tornado.There is a slight and marginal risk for severe storms across most of the state on July 4.Weather tonight: Lingering showersCloudy skies and spotty showers/storms stick around just after midnight. Clouds stick around through Wednesday morning with lighter winds and lows in ...

BSO investigating shooting outside Lauderdale Lakes nightclub

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

A shooting outside of a nightclub in Lauderdale Lakes led to a large police presence as they investigated the scene, Tuesday. Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives were outside of the VYPZ nightclub, located on State Road 7 near Northwest 44th Street, where yellow evidence markers were on the ground. According to BSO’s public information officer, 911 dispatchers received a call shortly after 2:19 a.m. where deputies and fire rescue crews responded to the scene. Deputies found a man suffering gunshot wounds on the scene and was later pronounced deceased on the scene by paramedics. Authorities also said a woman suffering from injuries drove herself to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. She is expected to be OK.Witnesses said they heard gunshots from inside the establishment and saw a crowd of people run outside the establishment to safety. Chairs, purses, and drinks were seen scattered on the ground. If you have any information on this crime, call Broward ...

Adele wants you to stop throwing things during concerts

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

(CNN) — Adele used some colorful language to warn her audience not to throw things.In a TikTok shared by a concert attendee, the singer is seen at one of her Las Vegas residency shows, discussing a wave of recent incidents in which objects have been thrown on stage, in some cases striking artists while they are performing.Multiple artists, including Bebe Rexha and Kelsea Ballerini, have been hit by items thrown at them while they have been performing over the summer.Adele asked her audience if they had noticed people appear to be “forgetting f—ing show etiquette at the moment.”“I f—ing dare you, dare you to throw something at me,” she joked. “Stop throwing things at the artist!”Meanwhile, Adele was brandishing a t-shirt launcher to gift shirts to her audience members.She is currently playing concerts as part of her residency at Ceasar’s Palace Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

A Massachusetts woman who was missing for a week was found stuck in the mud at a state park

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

(CNN) — A woman in Massachusetts who had been missing for a week was found Monday stuck in the mud at a state park, police said.Emma Tetewsky, 31, went missing sometime around noon on June 26 and was known to visit Pinewood Pond in Stoughton and Lake Massapoag in Sharon, Stoughton police said in a news release.On Monday, Tetewsky was found in nearby Borderland State Park, about 30 miles south of Boston, by hikers who said they heard a woman screaming for help in a swamp-like area, police said. They couldn’t get to her on foot so they called authorities for help.When officers arrived they heard Tetewsky, but police said they couldn’t see her.Three officers waded 50 feet from the shore, through thick brush and swamp, to get to Tetewsky, according to police.She may have been trapped for at least three days, police said.“Utilizing ATV’s, Easton PD undertook rescue efforts to reach Emma and free her as she was stuck in the mud for several days,” police said. “We thank ever...

South Florida kicks-off 4th of July celebrations

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

A whole host of events allowed residents in South Florida and as the 4th of July celebrations unraveled, everyone involved is looking forward to a good time. At 9 a.m. in Sunrise, the “Lights, Camera, Action!” Parade & Family Fun Day was underway as people picked their spots along Sunset Strip to watch the parade take place. The parade is set to end at City Park where children can enjoy activities for the rest of the day. As celebrations kicked off in Weston Monday night, preparations were in progress across Miami-Dade and Broward counties for another day of excitement. Over at Miami Beach, workers prepared for its firework show that is set to begin on Tuesday night. Gary Avins, President of Firework Displays Unlimited explained the time-consuming process. “Preparations go months and months in advance,” said Avins. “Designing the show, creating a lot of new effects that I do with the factories every year for each program. We’ve been working ...

MassDOT: Avoid Tobin Bridge & Ted Williams Tunnel during two month Sumner Tunnel shutdown

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

The clock is ticking towards the Sumner Tunnel shutdown that is expected to last nearly two months.Starting on Wednesday, the 88-year-old tunnel connecting East Boston to Downtown will close for repairs and the area’s already tough traffic is expected to get much worse.The shutdown will begin on July 5 and last through Aug. 31. as crews work on the tunnel’s ceiling, pavement and lighting. On top of impacting the areas immediately around the tunnel, several other spots around the city can expect heavier traffic, as well. “A lot of people are thinking that the congestion is going to only be outbound from East Boston, but as that grows, it will start impacting other roadways,” said MassDOT Highway Administrator Jonathan Gulliver. “The next two weeks are going to be critical for roadway impacts.”Speaking with 7NEWS, Gulliver said the worst back ups could be in two spots in particular. “The two biggest areas that we expect that you’re going...

Big Bay Boom: Watch fireworks over San Diego Bay

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:33:27 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- The Port of San Diego's 22nd Big Bay Boom fireworks celebration will light up the San Diego Bay Tuesday night.As fireworks launch simultaneously from four barges strategically placed across the bay, FOX 5 San Diego will bring you all the action live so you can enjoy the largest July 4th fireworks show on the West Coast from home. FOX 5 will have cameras around the bay -- on the ground and in the sky -- to give you the best view. Up to half a million people are expected to take in the show in America's Finest City, gathering at popular vantage points like Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the Embarcadero, Seaport Village and the Coronado Ferry Landing. Fireworks will be choreographed to music broadcast on 101.5 KGB. Big Bay Boom among top July 4 fireworks in US: Yelp Coverage will start at 8 p.m. on FOX 5. Viewers outside of San Diego County can watch the show live on KTLA 5 in Los Angeles or FOX40 in Sacramento starting at 8:30 p.m. The show will be broadcast on KSEE24 a...