LIMA, Peru (AP) — Alfredo Santiago has a unique job in the Peruvian capital Lima: he is a bee rescuer.The 35-year-old started out as a beekeeper, but added stinging insect rescue to his services. He often checks his cell phone for messages from people seeking help removing hives from the windows of houses, playgrounds or even cemeteries.“I do it out of passion, to defend these animals that are so important to nature,” he said.Trusted news and daily treats, straight to your inboxSee for yourself: The Yodel is the source for daily news, entertainment and feel-good stories.Once he gets enough requests,…
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The muddy College Football Playoff picture is slowly becoming clearer.Week 14 followed a chaotic week 13 with more craziness. No. No. 2 Ohio State lost 13-10 to Michigan as a 19.5-point favorite, while No. 6 Miami blew a 21-point lead against Syracuse for its second loss in three weeks.The way we see it, at least eight teams can be very confident in their playoff hopes come conference championship weekend, while the other four spots could be filled by teams that win their conference title games.Miami is now the biggest wildcard of the GVB.Here’s a look at where we see the…
When Will Ferrell looks back on his time Saturday evening livehe has only good memories. Amid the 50th season of the NBC sketch comedy show, the Emmy-winning actor recently reflected in an interview with People about his years as SNL cast member. Ferrell starred on the show from 1995 to 2002. “I had seven great seasons on that show where I made lifelong friends,” he said. “I knew at that moment that this would be the hardest but most fun job I would ever do, and I still look back on it that way.” During his time on the sketch…
Micron shares (MU) rose 17% before the bell on Thursday after the chipmaker forecast higher-than-expected revenue for the coming quarter. Micron forecast first-quarter revenue of $8.5 billion to $8.9 billion, above the $8.3 billion analysts expected. Company executives attributed the increased expectations to a more favorable pricing environment and robust demand for Micron’s memory chips used in data centers to power artificial intelligence. “With the advent of AI, we are in the most exciting period I have seen in my career in memory and storage,” CEO Sanjay Mehrotra said on a call with investors Wednesday afternoon. Mehrotra said the company…
Read the full story on The Auto WireCar thief is released during a crashIs this man a professional acrobat?A car thief in Maynard, Massachusetts crashed a stolen Toyota Avalon into a parked Ford truck at high speed, but exited the sedan mid-impact in a quite acrobatic stunt. You can see for yourself in the video below.Snake near woman’s car makes her ask the police for help.The theft and accident occurred on August 30 at approximately 3 a.m. Neighbors heard the crash and went outside to find the wrecked car, truck and a bunch of officers. However, the thieves had bailed…
Taking good care of our musculoskeletal health can help us stay strong and active as we age.Dr. Vonda Wright is an orthopedic surgeon specialized in healthy aging.She lifts heavy weights and does jump training every week to age well.A muscle and bone doctor who specializes in healthy aging shared her weekly exercise routine, which helps her maintain strength and mobility as she ages.Dr. Vonda Wright, 57, is a Florida-based, dual-certified orthopedic surgeon who helps elite athletes, including Olympians and World Rugby Sevens players, optimize their performance.In our 30s and 40s, we begin to naturally lose muscle mass, which is crucial…
When minor aches and pains arise, it’s understandable to reach for the nearest over-the-counter painkiller and hope for the best. But doctors say the solution to whatever ailments you have could be as simple as turning on the tap.Although not as commonly used in America, hot water bottles – rubber containers that act as a kind of warm compress – are a household essential in some parts of Europe, where central heating is less common. That infatuation shows no signs of slowing: In 2022, British retailers reported record sales of hot water bottles during a cold snap. TikTok is also…
Notre Dame returned two passes from USC quarterback Jayden Maiava for touchdowns, neutralizing any chance the Trojans had of a comeback in a 49-35 loss. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)Christian Gray’s 99-yard pick-6 with 3:39 remaining clinched No. 5 Notre Dame’s 49-35 victory over USC on Saturday at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. With the win, the Fighting Irish clinched a spot in the College Football Playoff.The Trojans cruised to a potential game-tying touchdown on a 22-yard reception by Duce Robinson and a 23-yard run by Quinten Joyner. That put USC at the Irish’s 21-yard line.Jayden Maiava then looked for Kyron…
Robert Papalia took early retirement to care for his wife Marie.Robert Papalia Robert Papalia, 74, took early retirement to care for his ailing wife Marie. The couple’s monthly pre-tax retirement income is being squeezed by medical bills and taxes. Many Americans face similar financial challenges and rely on Social Security amid high medical costs. Robert Papalia, 74, was forced to retire earlier than he had planned after his wife Marie, 71, began to become increasingly ill. After working for a telephone company for more than thirty years, he retired at age 60 – five years before he planned – to…
Read the full story on Backfire NewsAlan Ritchson’s cars are quite down to earthHollywood actor Alan Ritchson rises to a new level of fame in the Amazon series Reacher as well as stopping carjackings in real life. All that success has helped the man amass a growing fortune, part of which has been invested in a beautiful but very down-to-earth car collection.A beautician has emerged as a Lamborghini heiress.Toyota FJ cruiserWay back in 2010, Ritchson proudly showed off his FJ Cruiser to the media while reaping the rewards of playing Aquaman on the CW’s. Smallville series. Although the Toyota all-terrain…
Artists encourage indigenous art to evolve using new techniques and materialsArtists discuss how Indigenous art has developed and why many do not have the same appreciation and access to mainstream galleries and museums as non-Indigenous peers.PAGUATE, NM – Homes with flat roofs and exterior walls, hand-stacked from western New Mexico’s distinctive pale yellow mud-plastered limestone cluster around the main plaza in this Laguna Pueblo town. One is more than 300 years old, a structure that has been repaired and supplemented with modern concrete blocks. A power line snakes in from a nearby pole and a satellite dish glints in the…
Rare are the parents who never lost it and yelled at their child. Also rare: a parent who hasn’t regretted yelling at their child afterwards. “All parents know that yelling is not the best way to do things,” says Laura Markham, a clinical psychologist, parenting coach and mother of two. Fortune. “Parents usually feel sorry after yelling.” That’s normal, she says, but it’s not worth harping on because beating yourself up about it won’t help the situation. “It only works if you have compassion for yourself, because if you beat yourself up, then can’t actually do better. It just makes…
Notre Dame returned two straight passes from USC quarterback Jayden Maiava for touchdowns, neutralizing any chance the Trojans had of a comeback in a 49-35 loss. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)Christian Gray’s 99-yard pick 6 with 3:39 remaining clinched No. 5 Notre Dame’s 49-35 win over USC on Saturday at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. With the victory, the Fighting Irish clinch a spot in the College Football Playoff.The Trojans cruised to a potential game-tying touchdown on a 22-yard reception by Duce Robinson and a 23-yard run by Quinten Joyner. That put USC at the Irish’s 21-yard line.Jayden Maiava then looked…
Justin Timberlake has canceled another tour stop. In a post shared to his Instagram Stories on Saturday, November 30, the 43-year-old ‘No Angels’ singer told fans that he is canceling the Forget Tomorrow World Tour show in Oklahoma City on December 2 due to an ongoing back injury he has recently incurred. continued in New Orleans. “I’m so sorry, Oklahoma City,” he wrote. “I have to cancel the show on 12/2. I hurt my back at Nola and my doctors told me to rest a little longer. Thank you for your support – you all know I hate this.” Justin…
Getty; Chelsea Jia Feng/BI Hedge fund manager Eric Jackson believes an “everything rally” in the stock market could happen. Jackson compared the economic environment to the 1982 bull market, when interest rates fell and the economy grew. Interest rate cuts, economic growth and changes in the yield curve favor risky investments. The stock market’s relentless rise could turn into an “everything rally,” says hedge fund manager Eric Jackson of EMJ Capital. In an interview on Tuesday, Jackson told CNBC that the current environment of economic growth and interest rates is reminiscent of the early days of the 1982 bull market,…
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector12 Car Inspection Tips for Buying a Used CarBuying a used car can be a smart financial move, but it’s essential to avoid being left with a lemon: a car plagued with hidden problems that could cost you thousands of dollars in repairs. Even a well-polished used car can hide serious problems, so performing a thorough inspection is crucial.To help you recognize possible red flags, we’ve put together 12 tips from experienced technicians that can save you from a costly mistake.1. Check the coolant for contaminationOpen the radiator cap and inspect the coolant.…
Dry January. A month-long break from drinking. A way to start the new year by returning to some semblance of balance after all the holiday fuss and excess. A chance to clear your head and regain a little self-control. And why not? A few weeks without drinking alcohol can bring about a feeling of virtue. You might even lose some weight. Your skin can improve. All good things. But what if we get the reasons right, but the planning wrong? In my opinion, this trendy tradition of putting the bottle down comes a month too late. I’m here to make…
When I first met my now wife in 2012, she told me she never wanted to get pregnant.In our 30s, we talked about adoption, not wanting to have a newborn, and sleepless nights.I don’t want to be a parent and I would like to spend my time doing other things.When we first met in 2012, my wife said she never wanted to have children due to health issues.Perhaps, like many young people in our early twenties, we have still left open the possibility that, years later, when we were versions of ourselves that we could not yet imagine ourselves being,…
49ers waive wide receiver Bell amid rocky 2024 season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaThe Ronnie Bell era in San Francisco is over. At least for now.The 49ers announced Friday they were waiving the second-year wide receiver, less than two seasons after San Francisco selected Bell No. 253 overall in the 2023 NFL Draft.Bell finishes his tenure with the 49ers with eight receptions for 90 yards and three touchdowns across two seasons.The second-year wideout has received a lot of criticism this season, especially for his brutal performance in San Francisco’s Week 2 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, where…
Focus, the year-end meeting place for the international production community, returns to London from December 10 to 11. The 10th edition remains free to access for industry professionals and attracts thousands of visitors from film, TV, advertising, animation, games and XR. “Last year was by far our biggest event,” says Jean-Frederic Garcia, Managing Director of Focus. “What we’ve been able to do is not only increase numbers, but, according to a post-conference survey, also increase satisfaction. I am happy to say that the 10th edition will be the biggest we have ever done.” This year’s edition features some changes to…