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California farmers flood fields to boost groundwater basin

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

A field that has long grown tomatoes, peppers and onions now looks like a wind-whipped ocean as farmer Don Cameron seeks to capture the runoff from a freakishly wet year in California to replenish the groundwater basin that is his only source to water his crops. Taking some tomatoes out of production for a year is an easy choice if it means boosting future water supplies for his farm about 35 miles (56 kilometers) southwest of Fresno. He’s pumping 300 acre-feet a day — enough to supply hundreds of households for a year — from the gushing North Fork of the Kings River onto former vegetable fields and others dotted with pistachio trees, which can withstand heavy flooding.“We knew long-term if we didn’t have water, we’d be out of business,” Cameron said. “We’re doing our part to protect communities downstream, but we’re also putting the water in the ground.”The 70-year-old has spent more than a decade building and expanding a system to divert floodwaters from nearby rural communities a...

Global shares mostly rise on relief over US bank strength

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — Global shares were mostly higher on Tuesday as investors got some relief from worries over troubled U.S. lenders from a takeover of failed Silicon Valley Bank. France’s CAC 40 added 0.5% to 7,116.72 in early trading. Germany’s DAX rose 0.4% to 15,191.93. Britain’s FTSE 100 gained 0.4% to 7,504.04. The future for the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.1% while the future for the S&P 500 was virtually unchanged. Asian shares finished higher. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 edged up 0.2% to finish at 27,518.25. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 jumped 1.0% to 7,034.10. South Korea’s Kospi added 1.1% to 2,434.94. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 0.9% to 19,751.94, while the Shanghai Composite slipped 0.2% to 3,245.38. “Asian equities were positive on Tuesday, lifted by mostly higher major indices in the previous session. Receding fears surrounding the banking crisis and surging oil prices led to solid risk-taking flows,” Anderson Alves of A...

Queer photographer Evergon, witchy artists Fastwurms among Governor General winners

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

A photographer whose work documents and celebrates the homoerotic is among the winners of this year’s Governor General Awards in Visual and Media Arts.Evergon, 77,said he was hopeful he’d receive one of the Artistic Achievement Awards eventually, but he’s “gobsmacked” that it’s actually happened. Over the course of his career, which is now in its fifth decade, the artist born Albert Jay Lunt said he’s seen attitudes towards his work shift alongside the perception of the LGBTQ community.“There’s pieces that were scandal 40 and 50 years ago, and there seems to be no scandal with those pieces at the moment,” he said in a phone interview ahead of Tuesday’s announcement. “Matter of fact, there has been no scandal.”A retrospective of the Montreal artist’s work is on display at the Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec in Quebec City. The museum describes his art as audacious and carnal, exploring issues ...

MLB free agent watch: Ohtani leads possible 2023-24 class

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — The number will follow Shohei Ohtani until it is over. No, not Ohtani’s home runs or strikeouts or any of his magnificent numbers from the field. Nothing like that.It’s all about how much. As in how much will his next contract be worth.Ohtani is among several players going into their final seasons before they are eligible for free agency. There is still time for signatures and press conferences before opening day, but history shows a new contract becomes less likely once the real games begin.There is no real precedent for placing a value on Ohtani’s remarkable skills, especially after baseball’s epic offseason spending spree. And that doesn’t factor in the potential business opportunities that go along with the majors’ only truly global star.Ohtani hit .273 with 34 homers and 95 RBIs last season in his fifth year with the Los Angeles Angels. The 2021 AL MVP also went 15-9 with a 2.33 ERA in 28 starts on the mound.He prepared for thi...

Volunteer firefighter rescues dog in lake

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Monday, a volunteer firefighter rescued a dog that fell through the ice on a pond off of Camp Lane in Westerlo around 11:36 a.m. The firefighter suffered a laceration to the face as a result and was taken to Albany Medical Center for further evaluation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The volunteer firefighter from the town of East Berne Fire Department tethered himself safely to shore, entered the cold water, and successfully rescued the dog. The golden doodle hit him in the face, for which he was treated on scene and later taken to Albany Med. The Albany County Sheriff's Office did not mention the firefighter's current condition.

Rensselaer man accused of identity theft, grand larceny

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Rensselaer man was arrested and is accused of identity theft and grand larceny in two different jurisdictions. Deven Koehler, 27, faces several charges. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, the Albany County Sheriff's Office arrested Koehler for allegedly stealing a credit card that belonged to someone else in January. Koehler allegedly stole over $2,800 in cash in Albany and Guilderland. Deputies say Koehler also made fraudulent purchases with the credit card.Charges:Fourth-degree grand larcenySecond-degree identity theftFourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property Schenectady man accused of strangulation, burglary Koehler was processed and released on two appearance tickets. He is due back at Albany City Court and Guilderland Town Court at a later date.

Siena men aim to fix offensive struggles

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Siena men's lacrosse team is in the middle of a two-game losing skid. The Saints are now 1-2 in conference play after suffering losses at VMI and LIU. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Siena's offense has struggled in those games scoring four goals combined in the fourth quarter. The team averages 44 shots per game, but all those shots didn't result in goals scored or wins. The Saints will aim to rectify this in their mid-week match-up against Canisius."I think we just have to be a little better in between the lines and our transition game," said senior midfielder Christian Watts. "Getting back on defense, playing hard nose defense, and we just have to get our shots on offense. I've been lacking the last few games in hitting my shots and hoping to pick that up with Wednesday."The Saints have not been able to capture a road win this season, but that hasn't stopped Liam Gleason's team from comp...

Great Danes kick off 2023 spring ball with new energy

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The UAlbany football team kicked off their spring ball session Monday afternoon, and there's a lot of excitement about this team that brings back a lot of experience from last season. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Head coach Greg Gattuso and his team are focused on making the most of spring ball as they prepare for the upcoming 2023 fall season. A glaring takeaway from Monday's session was the energy the players brought to the field. Junior defensive back Larry Walker Jr. believes the start to things spring session has really set the tone for what's to come for the program."I mean, it feels great! The energy was high today like in my four years of being here the energy has never been this high on the first day," Walker said. "Especially like with school and everything behind it, today is a great start off to something we can start in. For instance, I've been here since 2019 I was a true freshman o...

Spain tells 'fire tourists' to stay away from forest blaze

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

Authorities have urged 'fire tourists' to avoid blazes raging in eastern Spain on Sunday. Officials said that by looking on, they were putting themselves at danger and interfering with efforts to quell them.Emergency services reported that more than 500 firefighters were fighting the fire with the support of 20 helicopters and planes four days after it broke out close to Villanueva de Viver, Valencia region.Gabriela Bravo, regional head for interior affairs in Valencia, said that police had seen 14 cyclists close to the scene.She said: "We ask again and most importantly tourists not to engage in fire tourism, or to approach the perimeter area."Officials said that Spain's first major wildfire of this year destroyed more than 4,900 hectares (9.900 acres) of forest, and that 1,700 villagers were forced to flee their homes in Valencia and Aragon.Residents fear that the fire could have a severe impact on the local economy, which relied heavily on tourism.Jorge Grausell (72) said that "th...

Ask Amy: I picked an awkward time to end the handouts to my young relative

Published Sat, 28 Dec 2024 06:00:43 GMT

Dear Amy: I have a niece, “Jane,” whom I love and feel very connected to. I’ve been very supportive – practically, emotionally, and financially.Around five years ago, Jane reached out to me with an emergency need for several thousand dollars. I didn’t hesitate to give it to her, and she was extremely grateful.Over the years I’ve given her smaller sums (without her asking), when I’ve had the sense that she was financially on the edge – the pandemic really interrupted her progress. Again, she has always been very grateful.For a variety of reasons, I’ve decided not to continue to do this. First of all, I know she can make it on her own. I also recognize that she is making choices that keep her lifestyle where it is. I know that if she wanted to live in a higher income bracket, she is perfectly capable of getting herself there.Well, just as I’d decided this, she asked for financial help for the down payment on a house. I fully support home ownership for her and know she can handle it, r...