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Milan Kundera, Czech writer and former dissident, dies in Paris aged 94, Czech media say

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

PRAGUE (AP) — Milan Kundera, Czech writer and former dissident, dies in Paris aged 94, Czech media say.Source

Corea del Norte amenaza a EEUU y lanza otro misil balístico intercontinental

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

SEÚL, Corea del Sur — Corea del Norte lanzó el miércoles un presunto misil balístico intercontinental, dos días después de amenazar a Estados Unidos por lo que calificó como incursiones de aviones espía en su espacio aéreo.El ejército de Corea del Sur confirmó que Corea del Norte había lanzado un aparente misil balístico de largo alcance hacia el este desde las afueras de Pyongyang, la capital de Corea del Norte, alrededor de las 10 a. m. del miércoles. Dijo que se había fortalecido la vigilancia y que estaba manteniendo la preparación militar en estrecha cooperación con EEUU.El portavoz del gobierno japonés, Hirokazu Matsuno, dijo que mientras aún se estaban analizando los detalles, se estima que el misil voló durante 74 minutos antes de caer en el mar de Japón a unas 155 millas al oeste de la isla Okushiri, en HokkaidoSe estimó que el misil, que fue lanzado en una trayectoria elevada, viajó 620 millas y alcanzó una altitud máxima de aproximadamente 3,725 millas. Matsuno dijo que a...

California ha gastado miles de millones de dólares para combatir la falta de vivienda, pero el problema de las personas sin techo ha empeorado

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

(CNN) — California ha gastado la asombrosa cantidad de US$ 17.500 millones tratando de combatir la falta de vivienda en solo cuatro años. Pero, en el mismo período de tiempo, de 2018 a 2022, la población de personas sin hogar del estado creció. La mitad de todos los estadounidenses que viven en las calles, según muestran los datos federales, viven en California.En todo el país, la falta de vivienda va en aumento. Pero California está agregando más personas sin techo cada año que cualquier otro estado. Más de 170.000 personas sin hogar ahora viven aquí.“El problema sería mucho peor, sin estas intervenciones”, dijo a CNN Jason Elliott, asesor principal sobre personas sin hogar del gobernador Gavin Newsom. “Y eso no es lo que la gente quiere oír. Lo entiendo, lo entendemos”.Pero con US$ 17.500 millones, el estado podría, en teoría, haber pagado el alquiler de cada persona sin hogar en California durante esos cuatro años, incluso con los altos costos de vivienda del estado.“Eso es...

Mia Mason launches campaign in Maryland’s newly open 6th District

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

Mia Mason announced on Sunday that she is running for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District in 2024. This is the 20-year military veteran’s third congressional campaign — she also ran in Maryland’s 1st District in 2020 and 2022.Incumbent Rep. David Trone (D) announced two months ago that he is running for the open U.S. Senate seat in Maryland, leaving the Democratic primary wide open. Maryland state Del. Joe Vogel announced his run for the seat in May, making Mason the second Democrat to join the upcoming primary race.“We’re running because we’re passionate about our communities, and ALL of the people in them,” Mason said in a press release. “We understand the struggles and challenges that we are facing right now, because we are listening to you, and because we’ve experienced them too.”Mason said in her campaign announcement that she hopes to be the first trans woman to serve in Congress or one of the first in a cohort of trans w...

US forward Christian Pulisic arrives in Italy for expected transfer to AC Milan

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

MILAN (AP) — United States forward Christian Pulisic arrived in Italy on Wednesday for a medical with AC Milan before an expected transfer from Chelsea.The 24-year-old Pulisic, who has one year left on his contract at Chelsea, is expected to sign a four-year deal with the Rossoneri and become the third American to play for the club after Oguchi Onyewu and Sergiño Dest.“I’m very happy to be here. I’m excited. I’m excited to start with this historic club,” Pulisic told reporters waiting for him at Milan’s Malpensa airport. “It’s legendary and I’m really excited to come here and try to win some titles here.”Milan, which is owned by American investment firm RedBird, is preparing to pay a transfer fee of 20 million euros ($22 million) for Pulisic, according to the Gazzetta dello Sport. That would be less than half of what Chelsea paid Borussia Dortmund for Pulisic in 2019.Hampered by injuries, Pulisic never fully lived up to expectations in England. Although he did win the Champions Leag...

BWI Marshall Airport bathrooms could be voted the best in the nation

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

Some restrooms at BWI, particularly the old ones in Concourse A and the old ones now replaced by new facilities in Concourse B, were designed to accommodate 30% fewer passengers than current demand, according to the airport.(Courtesy BWI Marshall Airport) Some restrooms at BWI, particularly the old ones in Concourse A and the old ones now replaced by new facilities in Concourse B, were designed to accommodate 30% fewer passengers than current demand, according to the airport.(Courtesy BWI Marshall Airport) If you’ve enjoyed using the new BWI Marshall Airport bathrooms, now’s the time to show your appreciation! The airport’s porcelain thrones are among the top 10 finalists for Cintas 2023 America&...

Rockies' Elias Díaz becomes unlikely All-Star MVP, 3 1/2 years after cut loose by Pirates

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — Elias Díaz may be the most unlikely All-Star MVP.Just 3 1/2 years after Pittsburgh failed to offer a contract and allowed him to become a free agent, Diaz hit a go-ahead, two-run homer off Félix Bautista in the eighth inning to lift the National League over the American 3-2 on Tuesday night.A first-time All-Star at age 32, the Colorado catcher put his name on an award won by Willie Mays, Joe Morgan, Frank and Brooks Robinson, both Ken Griffeys and Mike Trout.“I honestly can’t believe that my name is going to be next to some of those names,” Díaz said through a translator, clutching the crystal bat awarded the MVP. “Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine that I would be in this position.” Broncos safety Justin Simmons learns fire prevention firsthand After five years with the Pirates, Díaz found out from his agent in December 2019 he had been non-tendered.“When they let me go, I didn’t allow myself to feel defeated,” Díaz said. “I maintained my confidence and staye...

Beloved macaws vanish in SW Miami-Dade; family desperate for bird bandit’s capture

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

A family in Southwest Miami-Dade is seeking assistance from the community to track down a heartless bird bandit who absconded with two cherished macaws from their home. The incident occurred on Monday near the intersection of Southwest 127th Place and 110th Street, leaving the family devastated and determined to bring their feathered companions back safely.The macaws, which have been part of the family for years, hold immense sentimental value. The owner’s son, Luis Gomez said the animals have been in the family since he was 7 years old.Gomez suspects that the person responsible for the theft possesses significant knowledge and expertise in handling exotic animals. “They weigh a lot, and if you were to hold them on your arm, their talons are very sharp. They’re big animals, so we’re thinking that the person who did this is experienced and they handle these animals on a day-to-day basis,” he said.In an effort to expedite the safe return of their cherishe...

Miami city board approves temporary protection for prehistoric settlement in Brickell neighborhood

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

In a unanimous decision on Tuesday, the Miami city board approved temporary protection for a recently discovered prehistoric settlement in the Brickell neighborhood. This move sets the stage for a potential dispute between a well-known developer and preservationists regarding construction on the site.By a vote of 6-0, the city’s historic preservation board granted preliminary designation to 444 Brickell Ave. as a protected archaeological site. This area is part of a larger property on the Miami River that is slated for redevelopment by the Related Group. Over the past two years, archaeologists excavating a section of the Related property unearthed a remarkable collection of artifacts, plant and animal materials, and remnants of indigenous structures that date back thousands of years.Independent archaeologists have deemed the discoveries on the site to be exceptionally significant, making it one of the most important prehistoric sites in South Florida. The approval of the preli...

Detective shot at during traffic stop in North Miami

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:00:39 GMT

A detective was shot at after they attempted to stop a vehicle in North Miami, Wednesday morning. The incident occurred after, police said, a robbery detective tried to stop a car at 135th Street near Northeast Sixth Avenue. A man in the white Genesis G70 sedan took out a firearm and shot the detectives as the car fled the scene. The vehicle then stopped at 125th Street at Northeast 14th Avenue when three men exited and fled on foot. Two men were apprehended and on firearm was found in their possession. According to police, no officers were injured during the incident. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.