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Stock market today: Shares mixed in Asia ahead of updates on jobs, inflation

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares traded mixed Monday as investors awaited a slew of U.S. economic data set for release later in the week.Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 shed 0.8% in morning trading to 33,159.03. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 added 0.6% to 7,118.40. South Korea’s Kospi rose 0.3% to 2,513.03. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng lost 0.6% to 16,736.45, while the Shanghai Composite edged down less than 0.1% to 3,029.42. China Evergrande’s Hong Kong traded shares were up 7% after a Hong Kong court postponed until Jan. 29 a hearing on its plan to restructure its massive debts. The company faces possible liquidation if creditors reject its restructuring plan. Among the economic updates due this week are data on the job market, including the U.S. government’s closely watched monthly employment report for November.“Traders prepare for a slew of actionable U.S. economic data scheduled for release this week, poised to be crucial in refining traders’ expectations regarding ...

‘A dreamland’: Dedicated gluten-free bakery opens in Prince William Co.

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

A dedicated gluten-free bakery — the only one of its kind in Prince William County, Virginia — officially opened Friday. It’s already become a haven for those who can’t eat most pastries sold in stores.The new bakery, Honey and Ivy, is located at 9105 Center Street in Old Town Manassas — near the train station. The owners said their goal goes beyond the novelty.“Our goal is for it to just be good period, not good for being gluten-free,” said Emily Hamby, who has celiac disease and runs the bakery with head decorator Morgan Ulisse.‘A dreamland’Hamby said oftentimes people who have to eat gluten-free must check every ingredient in their food wherever they go. But, at her bakery, they’re able to eat without all that stress.“The joy of walking into a place and knowing that you can order anything on the menu is not something that we experience very often,” Mary Beth Keenan, a longtime customer, told WTOP. “It’s kind of a dreamland to come in and know that whatever we see, wha...

Braves acquire outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales as Mariners dump salary

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — The Atlanta Braves acquired outfielder Jarred Kelenic, pitcher Marco Gonzales and infielder Evan White from the Seattle Mariners on Sunday night for right-handed pitchers Cole Phillips and Jackson Kowar.The move added a veteran lefty to the Braves pitching staff, along with Kelenic, who at one time was one of baseball’s top young prospect. In the process, Seattle cleared a chunk of salary off its payroll, giving up on Kelenic in order for the Braves to take the contracts of Gonzales and White.Seattle is sending Atlanta cash as part of the trade. Gonzales is owed $12 million for the 2024 season, while White has $17 million in guaranteed money remaining on his contract.“As we continue to work through this offseason with a goal of improving our team for 2024 and beyond, we believe the additions of Jackson Kowar and Cole Phillips, as well as the roster and payroll flexibility created tonight, will move us closer to that goal,” Seattle President of Baseball Operation...

Venezuela aprueba un referéndum en gran medida simbólico para crear un nuevo estado en el territorio del Esequibo

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

(CNN) — Un referéndum venezolano para decidir si el país debería crear su propio estado dentro de una gran franja de la vecina Guyana, rica en petróleo, fue aprobado el domingo por un amplio margen.El área en cuestión, la densamente boscosa región de Esequibo, representa alrededor de dos tercios del territorio nacional de Guyana. Venezuela ha reclamado la tierra durante mucho tiempo y desestima un fallo de 1899 de árbitros internacionales que estableció los límites actuales.¿Qué implica el referendo del Esequibo en Venezuela? 3:08Guyana ha calificado la medida como un paso hacia la anexión y una “amenaza existencial”.Se incluyeron cinco preguntas en el referendo, con una en particular sobre la posición del Gobierno para crear el nuevo estado. En una conferencia de prensa en la que anunció los resultados preliminares del primer tramo de votos contados, el Consejo Nacional Electoral de Venezuela dijo que los votantes eligieron “sí” más del 95% de las veces en cada pregunta.El re...

Kayaker goes missing in Grand County snowstorm

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Grand County Sheriff's Office and other agencies responded to a report of a man in the water near Deer Island on Lake Granby Sunday morning.According to GCSO, there was a report at 6:45 a.m. about the man in the water. GCSO said the man is believed to be a 21-year-old from the Denver metro area. 48 syringes, $6,300 worth of stolen bicycles found at Fort Collins homeless camp The sheriff's office, as well as Grand Lake Fire Protection District and Grand Fire Protection District No. 1, and Colorado Parks and Wildlife responded. GCSO said the reporting party and the missing kayaker had stayed the night on Deer Island, and were attempting to return to their vehicle on the shore. As they tried to kayak across the open water, GCSO said the wind caused the man's kayak to capsize and he fell into the lake. The friend was unable to save him but was able to get himself back to shore.Crews searched the area, but search operations were inhibited due to weather conditions ...

1 dead, 3 seriously injured in Aurora crash Sunday night

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Aurora Police Department said one person died and three others were taken to a hospital with serious injuries after a crash Sunday night.It happened just after 9 p.m. near Pinewood Drive and Wheatlands Parkway in southeast Aurora, police said. The intersection was closed as of 10 p.m. 48 syringes, $6,300 worth of stolen bicycles found at Fort Collins homeless camp Police said one person died at the scene.APD's Traffic Investigation Unit was responding to conduct the crash investigation. As of 10 p.m. Sunday, police had no estimate for when the intersection would be reopened, and advised drivers to use an alternate route.No further details were immediately released.This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

Johnston seeks volunteers for House 1000 initiative

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Denver Mayor Mike Johnston launched a new campaign to pair up with his House 1000 initiative.The city's dashboard reports that just 311 people have been housed so far. 48 syringes, $6,300 worth of stolen bicycles found at Fort Collins homeless camp Johnston is asking for help from folks to reach his target of housing 1000 people by the year's end.Starting this past weekend, the volunteer initiative calls on citizens to sign up for shifts at various micro-communities and hotels where people are currently staying.Volunteer duties will include welcoming guests into their shelters, assisting with intake and bringing their belongings into the shelter, among other tasks.Volunteers are asked to wear comfortable clothing they don't mind getting dirty, sneakers and to dress for the weather. Denver neighbors fear vacant house fires with colder temperatures approaching There are two opportunities to take on a shift this coming week.Wednesday, December 7th from 9:45 a.m. to...

US threatens ‘appropriate responses’ after Iran-backed assault on commercial ships

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

The U.S. warned it was considering “all appropriate responses” after Houthi rebels attacked three commercial vessels in the Red Sea on Sunday, ramping up its rhetoric as Iran-backed militants continue to harass American and international interests in the region.Following the attacks, a U.S. warship operating nearby responded to the distress calls from the commercial ships, shooting down three aerial drones over the course of the day, U.S. Central Command said in a release.While Defense Department officials said they did not believe the militants were targeting the U.S. warship — the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Carney — the string of attacks on the commercial vessels “represent a direct threat to international commerce and maritime security,” Central Command said.While the attacks were carried out by Houthis, the U.S. has “every reason to believe” they were “fully enabled by Iran,” according to the release. “The United States will consider all appropriate responses in full coor...

Editorial: New electric truck comes with own gas generator

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

A new electric truck will come with its own gas generator to improve reliability. That may sound like a headline from The Onion. But it’s no joke.Stellantis makes Ram pickups. Recently, the company announced a new electric version called the Ramcharger. It has an electric battery — and a 27-gallon gas tank. That gas is used to recharge the battery, giving the pickup a range of 690 miles. Of that, only 145 miles comes from the charged electric battery. The rest comes from gasoline recharging the electric battery.Rarely do you get such a perfect visual of the shortcomings of the current electric vehicle market. EVs are dependable — as long as your gas tank is full. Buy an EV to lower emissions and make sure to stop by the gas station. No need to find a charger for your EV on the road, just fill ’er up.The whole thing is even more absurd given that Stellantis is simply responding to government mandates. For almost four decades, the federal government has been telling automakers how man...

Sara Bareilles takes leap with ‘Waitress: The Musical’

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:58:48 GMT

As “Waitress: The Musical” opens nationwide Thursday, Sara Bareilles will not only be celebrating a concluding chapter with the Tony-nominated musical as its composer, lyricist and star.She’ll also be celebrating her 44th birthday.It’s been a decade-long journey for Bareilles who, as a Grammy winning singer, songwriter and pianist selling over 15 million singles, was approached to musicalize Adrienne Shelley’s 2007 hit movie of the same name.“Waitress” is about Jenna Hunterson. Stuck in an abusive marriage and suddenly pregnant, Jenna works in a diner where she excels as a piemaker.  Her life changes with a pie contest, supportive friends and an affair with her (married) gynecologist.The musical ran on Broadway from 2016 to 2020. A year after it opened, Bareilles debuted in the starring role. This week’s “Waitress: The Musical” arrives as filmed during a live Broadway performance.This journey began for Bareilles with meetings with Broadway veterans about composing the score. “I knew...