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‘Awful to watch’: Gunnar Henderson’s errant throw strikes cameraman in head in Orioles’ game vs. Yankees

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

The Orioles’ game Wednesday night against the New York Yankees was delayed for about 17 minutes in the bottom of the fifth inning after an errant throw to first base sailed into the camera well and struck a YES Network cameraman.With one out and a runner on first, Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe hit a ground ball to second base, where Baltimore’s Adam Frazier bobbled the ball and flipped it to shortstop Gunnar Henderson for the out at second. Hurrying in an effort to get Volpe, Henderson sailed his throw to first, going above first baseman Ryan O’Hearn and striking Pete Stendel in the head. The game was paused as medical professionals tended to Stendel, with players eventually returning to the dugout as he was placed on a backboard and carted off the field.While being driven off the field, Stendel raised an arm to the crowd, giving the peace sign and other gestures as fans cheered. After the game, manager Brandon Hyde opened his postgame media session with thoughts...

Coco Lee, Hong Kong singer and songwriter who had international success, dies at 48

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

By ZEN SOO (Associated Press)HONG KONG (AP) — Coco Lee, a Hong Kong-born singer and songwriter who had a highly successful career in Asia, has died by suicide, her siblings said Wednesday. She was 48. The star had been suffering from depression for several years, Lee’s elder sisters Carol and Nancy Lee said in a statement posted on Facebook and Instagram, with her condition deteriorating drastically over the last few months.“Although, CoCo sought professional help and did her best to fight depression, sadly that demon inside of her took the better of her,” the statement read.Lee attempted suicide at home over the weekend and she was rushed to a hospital, her sister said. They said that she was in a coma and died on Wednesday.Born Ferren Lee in Hong Kong, Lee later moved to the U.S. where she attended middle and high school in San Francisco. She became a singer after winning first runner up in an annual singing competition held by broadcaster TVB in Hong Kong,...

Lotto 649 winning numbers for Wednesday, July 5, 2023

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

TORONTO — The winning numbers in Wednesday’s Lotto 649 draw for an estimated $5 million: 03, 04, 10, 12, 30 & 34.Bonus: 14The winning number for the guaranteed $1 million: 55041498-02 In the event of any discrepancy between this list and the official winning numbers, the latter shall prevail. The Canadian Press

Russian navy ships visit Shanghai as sides reaffirm military ties amid Ukraine conflict

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

BEIJING (AP) — A pair of Russia navy ships are visiting China as the countries reaffirm their military ties amid Russia’s war in Ukraine. The Cold War-era frigates Gromkiy and Otlichnyy arrived in the financial hub of Shanghai, China’s largest city and biggest port, on Wednesday for a seven-day visit. Following the port call, the ships will conduct joint drills with their Chinese counterparts focusing on ship-to-ship communications, maneuvering in formation and maritime search and rescue, state television’s military channel reported Thursday. The visit follows a meeting Monday in Beijing between China’s defense minister and the head of Russia’s navy, the first formal military talks between the friendly neighbors since a short-lived mutiny by the Russian mercenary group Wagner. China has reassured Russia of its continued support since the uprising, and Minister of National Defense Li Shangfu told Russian Adm. Nikolai Yevmenov that China hoped for increased exchanges, joint exercises ...

5 hurt in shooting at Fort Lauderdale apartment complex

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A shooting at a Fort Lauderdale apartment complex on Wednesday sent five people to the hospital, police said.Gunfire broke out shortly after 8:30 p.m. when a group of people gathered in the courtyard of the complex on northwest 19th Street were confronted by a second group, Police Chief Patrick Lynn said at a news conference.Five people were taken to the hospital, he said.Their conditions and ages weren’t immediately released.No arrests were immediately made and there wasn’t any immediate word on what prompted the shooting. The Associated Press

Fire hydrant painting and getting paid: How Waukegan is putting teens to work to help combat gun violence

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

WAUKEGAN, Ill. — Like many communities around Chicagoland, gun violence has been a challenge in Waukegan. With the long summer months ahead, the city came up with a creative solution to combat the issue.The solution is a partnership between Waukegan's Department of Public Works and a local non-profit organization known as the Antmound Foundation.Organizers call it 'Operation Radiance' and the linchpin of the program centers around repainting the city's fire hydrants. In all, there are about 3,000 of them in and around the city of Waukegan — and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays, throughout the summer — local young people can pick up a paint brush and make $15-an-hour helping spruce up the city's image."We are doing great work," said Anthony McIntyre, founder of the Antmound Foundation. "There are thousands of fire hydrants in the city. We are going to get them."City officials describe the program as being mutually beneficial for both Waukegan and young people around the city looking...

Disney classics returning to big screen at select Cinemark theaters

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

(KTLA) - Classic Disney films are returning to the big screen for a limited time this summer at select Cinemark Theaters. Cinemark will be screening the Disney classics in honor of the entertainment giant's 100th anniversary. The Walt Disney Company was founded by Walt and Roy Disney back in 1923, and has grown to be one of the most influential and innovative companies on the planet.Starting this week, Cinemark Theaters will begin showing a number of Disney films through the summer and into early autumn. 1,500 Disneyland collectibles go up for auction The first film to return to the theaters is "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl," the 2003 action comedy based on the theme park ride that launched one of Disney's most well-known film franchises.Other Disney blockbusters returning to the big screen include "Frozen," "Moana," and "The Lion King."Tickets are on sale now, but only a select few theaters will be participating in the event.The full film schedule is as ...

Kayla McBride makes winning play as Lynx run win streak to four

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

It’s not a play that’ll show up on the score sheet, but Kayla McBride made a key late stop for the Lynx.And it was crucial in leading Minnesota to its fourth straight win, beating Indiana 90-83 Wednesday at Target Center.McBride netted 21 points, including four free throws in the final 13 seconds. But, more importantly, she and Lindsay Allen shut down Kelsey Mitchell. Coming off a 26-point outing, Mitchell, who had 22 points when the teams met nearly a month ago, finished with seven.“We trust K-Mac on every team’s best perimeter player,” said coach Cheryl Reeve. “She knows them so well, she knows her own physical ability, what she can and can’t do, and we needed every bit of what she did today.”A 12-point lead about to be whittled to four, McBride raced back and interfered with a layup attempt by NaLyssa Smith with 37.9 seconds left, a play that ultimately went into the books as a steal by Allen who grabbed the loose ball.“We talk about saves in transition and I was just trying to m...

Pablo López throws first-career complete game in Twins’ 5-0 win over Royals

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

As Pablo López was getting ready to do a postgame interview on the field, Twins designated hitter Byron Buxton emerged from the dugout, fishing vest in hand.A couple months ago, it was López who went out to a sporting goods store to purchase the vest, which his teammates use to celebrate their home runs.Wednesday, López finally had his chance to don the vest.After López twirled his first career complete game, a 5-0 shutout against the Kansas City Royals in the series finale at Target Field, Buxton slipped it onto López, commemorating a special night for the starting pitcher.“Pablo was, from the very beginning of this game, the stuff, the swings and misses, everything, it really did stand out and he carried it from the first pitch to the last,” manager Rocco Baldelli said. “ … I mean, he was just ridiculous, the way every pitch was, I think, almost precisely what he was looking for. He was awesome. Just awesome.”It was clear from the beginning that López, who allowed just four hits i...

New York State's firework show a success after being postponed

Published Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:28:11 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Tonight, the annual fireworks at the Empire Plaza was a success as folks came back out to the plaza for another night after Tuesday night's show was canceled due to a thunderstorm. Unkept promises for New York City’s displaced asylees in the Capital Region Folks here at the Empire Plaza say the show was worth the wait and they are now leaving after getting what they want, the fireworks.“I come down every year but last night I said nah I think it’s gonna be raining. They postponed it and I work on site this week, so, can get front row seating,” said Judy Califano.The only other time the celebration was canceled was in 2020 because of the pandemic. Wednesday night, the show went on. The Scotia Fireworks show presented by Jumpin’ Jack’s lights up Freedom Park “I’m just really excited. Like, I have never been here, I haven’t seen fireworks in a long time. So, it’s really exciting and being here with family and friends it’s just gonna be amazing,” said Annabel...