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Lee's Summit teenager charged with killing friend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. -- A Lee's Summit teenager is accused of shooting and killing a friend in the basement of the victim's home.Prosecutors charged 18-year-old Cooper Ashley with involuntary manslaughter in the May 13 shooting of 18-year-old Dakota Wrightsman.Lee's Summit police responded to a shooting call at a home near SE King and SE Third streets around 1 a.m. According to court documents, emergency responders found Wrightsman bleeding from his head and neck near the top of the stairs on the second story. He died from his injuries.Wrightsman's father told officers that he was outside and heard a gunshot. He went inside and saw his son running upstairs to his mother. The court document also shows he told detectives that his son was in the basement of the house with Cooper and two other people at the time of the shooting. Revisting Mike Shildt’s comments on his Cardinals departure When detectives interviewed Cooper about the shooting the teenager said he, Wrightsman and two other ...

Nuggets Podcast: Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray pull Denver to within two wins of franchise’s first NBA title

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

In the latest edition of the Nuggets Ink podcast, beat reporter Mike Singer is joined by sports reporter Bennett Durando to break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals and to discuss the remaining games in the series as the Nuggets hold a 2-1 lead over Miami.  Among the topics covered:How impressive is the double triple-double posted by Nuggets star players Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray?Durando and Singer discuss the emergence of Christian Braun, who morphed into an offensive playmaker in Game 3. With 15 points in 17 minutes, has the young defensive hound proven himself as a legitimate piece on a title contender?Durando and Singer also looks ahead to the Nuggets’ pathway to securing the 2023 NBA title.Subscribe to the podcastSoundCloud | iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify | RSSProducer: AAron OntiverozMusic: “Follow the Leader” The Trujillo CompanyWant more Nuggets news? Sign up for the Nuggets Insider to get all our NBA analysis.

Belmont cancels racing, Nationals postpone game due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

By The Associated PressRacing at Belmont Park was canceled and the Washington Nationals’ home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks was postponed Thursday due to poor air quality from wildfires in Canada.It’s the second straight day the continuing fires north of the border have impacted sports in the Northeastern United States. Several Major League Baseball games were called off Wednesday. A National Women’s Soccer League game in New Jersey and an indoor WNBA game set for Brooklyn were also called off Wednesday amid hazy conditions that have raised alarms from health authorities.With weather systems expected to barely budge, the smoky blanket billowing from wildfires in Quebec and Nova Scotia and sending plumes of fine particulate matter as far away as North Carolina and northern Europe could persist throughout Thursday and possibly the weekend.The New York Racing Association canceled live racing at Belmont Park two days before the facility is scheduled to host the...

Two peach-flavored drinks returning to Chick-fil-A in June

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

The fast-food restaurant many seem to crave the most on Sundays, when it’s closed, will be bringing back two fan-favorite peach drinks in June.Chick-fil-A announced Thursday that its Peach Milkshake would return to restaurants nationwide on June 12. The Atlanta-based restaurant chain will also bring back the White Peach Sunjoy on the same day.Chick-fil-A announced Thursday that its Peach Milkshake would return to restaurants nationwide on June 12. The Atlanta-based restaurant chain will also bring back the White Peach Sunjoy on the same day. (Chick-fil-A) Both items will only be available for a limited time or while supplies last."With each passing year, our Peach Milkshake's loyal followers eagerly await its annual comeback. Its arrival signifies the beginning of summer at Chick-fil-A, and this year, the excitement from our fans has inspired us to expand our peach offerings," Leslie Neslage, director of menu and packaging at Chick-fil-A, said in a statement. Iconic Taco Bell food...

MedTech’s Battle Against STD Surge: Gather Labs Spearheads a Revolutionary Event

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

Tucked away in the heart of Beverly Hills, California, lies Gather Labs—a vertically-integrated, same-day result, high-complexity CLIA laboratory known for its customer-first culture and concierge approach to medical testing. And it’s this lab that spearheaded a revolutionary event that’s setting the medical technology (MedTech) industry abuzz: “The Rise of STDs and MedTech’s Role in its Fall.”Helmed by Gather Labs’ seasoned CEO, Rachael McCrary—an innovator in technology, fashion, and modern healthcare diagnostic solutions—the event was designed to amplify the dialogue around sexual wellness in the United States. With a keen focus on the surging rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the country, McCrary’s approach is a collective one, underscoring the need for unity in the face of a public health crisis. Gather Labs will announce this event’s schedule and venue soon.“The time for isolated discussions is over,” McCrary...

Dylan Fabbi: Pioneering the Financial Landscape Across Industries, Storming the World of Airbnb Rental Arbitrage

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial services, a few standout names are truly revolutionizing how businesses operate. Among those is FABBI, a company led by the dynamic and innovative CEO & Founder Dylan Fabbi. What initially started as an idea, driven by Dylan’s passion for helping businesses streamline their finances, has grown exponentially into multiple industries. Most recently, the Airbnb rental arbitrage market becoming a dominant player.Dylan isn’t your average CEO. He’s got a master’s degree in accounting and finance under his belt and honed his skills at one of the biggest accounting firms in the United States. His experience covers a broad range of areas, including real estate, hedge funds, and working with high-net-worth individuals. Dylan’s diverse expertise gives him a unique perspective when it comes to understanding and solving the challenges faced by businesses of different types and sizes.FABBI (Financial advisory, business ...

Asian-American artists Fairlane Raymundo and Marionne Manalo honor their roots with Aswang graphic novel

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

In spite of being historically underrepresented in mainstream US culture, Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have made advances over the past few years. AAPI comics artists are making headway, with their work published under both independent and major comics publishers. Among them are Fairlane Raymundo and her niece Marionne Manalo, writer and illustrator, respectively, of Aswang, an upcoming NFT graphic novel that features various Asian mythological creatures who accidentally had to become superheroes.Aswang, a Filipino term used to describe various mythological monsters, centers on a misfit group of monsters who were rejected by their clans because they were bad at being bad. In search of food to eat and a roof over their head, the group joins a school that trains superheroes, leading them to use their powers for good and confront their dark natures. The graphic novel contains a wide array of characters drawn from various Asian cultures, and it aims to pique the interest...

Synoshi Reviews: Does Synoshi Power Spin Scrubber Actually Work?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

Sponsored ContentAre you tired of spending countless hours scrubbing and cleaning your home without getting any satisfying results since stubborn grime and mold will still stick to your surfaces? And thus, you need a modern and efficient way to deep clean your home with minimal effort but optimal results? If yes, then Synoshi – the revolutionary cleaning tool that will transform the way you clean forever, is definitely the perfect device for you. It is not a mere hype, it works fine.With its powerful and revolutionary two-speed electric motor, Synoshi can handle even the toughest home cleaning works in minutes, not hours. It is a handheld cordless electric scrubber that is designed to make cleaning a breeze. It is multi-functional, allowing you to clean a variety of surfaces from kitchen counters to bathroom tiles and even your car tires with minimal effort. Besides, it has an L-shaped design and three brush heads, making it easy to reach tight spaces and corners.Synoshi is ca...

Home sales and curb appeal: A lot hinges on your door

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

Shopping for a home is a lot like online dating. So much rides on that first photo, and a prospect’s curb appeal often determines whether you cross the figurative threshold or swipe left.As homes go, the focus of that first impression falls on the front door, which should draw you in. However, many front doors don’t do their homes any such favor.“So many people buy a home and just live with the door that it comes with, when they could really improve the whole face of their home by changing it,” said Jennifer Matson, spokesperson for JELD-WEN, a North Carolina supplier of doors and windows. “Replacing a door is such an easy and relatively inexpensive project compared to most renovations. Many studies show that replacing your front door almost always pays for itself. I don’t know why more homeowners don’t do it.”“I know why,” I tell her. “Because most homeowners don’t know where to start. They look online at door options, get overwhelmed, then go play Wordle.”Matson broke the process ...

‘Marvel Snap’ adds new tournament-style Conquest mode on June 13

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:25:01 GMT

“Marvel Snap,” which was my favorite game of 2022, continues to add new features. A few months ago, the developer, Second Dinner, introduced a Battle Mode, which let players duke it out in a one-on-one competition. Now, the team is launching its Conquest mode on June 13.It’s a tournament-style mode that caters to the highly competitive. It uses the aforementioned Battle MOde, where players have 10 health instead of Cosmic Cubes and they’ll engage in a series of battles to defeat an opponent. Players risk their health instead of cubes, and the victor is the one who can get their opponent’s health to 0.What’s notable is that decks are locked, so you can’t switch them out. Players will learn their opponent’s style over the match, since it becomes a battle of wits as they figure out counters and predict what they have. Because it’s the Battle Mode format, the matches will go on a little longer so this isn’t a mode you can just ...