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Japan nuclear plant conducts tests before discharging treated radioactive wastewater into sea

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

TOKYO (AP) — The operator of the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant began tests on Monday of newly constructed facilities for discharging treated radioactive wastewater into the sea, a plan strongly opposed by local fishing communities and neighboring countries.The tests at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant use fresh water instead of the treated water, operator Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings said. Plant workers examined pumps and emergency shutdown equipment at the newly constructed seaside facility, which will dilute the treated water with large amounts of seawater. The diluted water then enters an undersea tunnel and is released into the ocean about 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) from the coast. The undersea tunnel and other key facilities are near completion. TEPCO says the voluntary tests are expected to continue for about two weeks ahead of mandatory pre-operation checks to be conducted by the Nuclear Regulation Authority, possibly in early July.Japan’s government an...

Iran’s president begins Latin America tour with stop in Venezuela

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — In his first visit to Latin America, Iran’s hardline president on Monday met with his Venezuelan counterpart and declared that both countries have “a common enemy,” alluding to the United States, before signing a series of cooperation agreements.President Ebrahim Raisi’s visit to Venezuela came a year and a day after President Nicolás Maduro visited him in Iran. Both countries are under heavy U.S. economic sanctions.Raisi said the link between the two countries “is not normal, but rather a strategic relationship,” insisting that their nations have “common interests and we have common enemies.”“They do not want the two countries, Iran and Venezuela, to be independent,” Raisi said referring to the U.S. government. His tour of allied nations in Latin America, including Cuba and Nicaragua, comes amid rising tensions with the administration of U.S. President Joe Biden.The U.S. has accused Iran of providing Russia with materials to build a drone manufacturi...

Treat Williams of 'Everwood,' 'Hair' dead after motorcycle crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - Treat Williams, known for his roles in 'Everwood,' 'Hair,' and countless other films and TV shows, has died after being struck while riding a motorcycle in Vermont. He was 71. Williams' death was first reported by People, who said the actor died Monday. In a statement to the magazine and The Hollywood Reporter, the star's agent, Barry McPherson, said Williams was killed in a motorcycle accident. McPherson didn't immediately respond to Nexstar's request for comment. According to a press release from the Vermont State Police, Williams was driving a motorcycle on Route 30 near Dorset shortly before 5 p.m. Monday evening when a car, driven by a 35-year-old man, tried to make a left turn and entered Williams' path. Williams was unable to avoid the crash and was thrown from the motorcycle, police said. Pat Sajak to retire from ‘Wheel of Fortune’ next year The actor, who was wearing a helmet, suffered "critical injuries" and was airlifted to an Albany, New York hospital wher...

Motorcyclist killed in Vermont crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

DORSET, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Manchester Center man has died after a Monday afternoon crash involving a motorcycle and SUV in Dorset.Around 4:53 p.m. Monday, Vermont State Police said a Honda Element was on Vermont Route 30 near Morse Hill Road when it was attempting to turn left into a parking lot. As the vehicle was turning, police said it entered the path of a motorcycle being driven by Richard Treat Williams. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police said Williams, 71, was unable to avoid a collision and was thrown from his motorcycle. He suffered critical injuries and was airlifted to Albany Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries.The investigation is ongoing. Any witnesses or anyone who may have information about the crash is asked to call the Vermont State Police Shaftsbury Barracks at 802-442-5421 or leave an anonymous tip online.

Police investigating car chase, crash in Bethlehem

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

BETHLEHEM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Police are investigating a crash that took place in Bethlehem Monday afternoon. According to the Albany County Sheriff's Office, there was a car chase that ended with a crash on State Route 32. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Coeymans Police also responded to the incident. No word on any injuries.

New Amendment may invite retail chains to Hudson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Hudson Common Council will hold a public hearing next week to determine whether a business with more than four locations can open. According to the city code established in 2018, it was meant to help preserve Hudson’s unique charm and character.Andrew Cohen just bought a building for a new Mediterranean restaurant he plans to open next year.“There’s something special and unique about having a town full of local places you can’t find anywhere else,” he said. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Cohen also said he picked the location because of the strong support for local businesses.“One of the most special things about this place is that the people that own the businesses and that work in town all live around here. They’re all from here. They’re my neighbors,” Cohen said.Elliot Green has lived in Hudson for about seven years and said he’s on the fence about the idea.“We still have a lot of activity co...

Police: ATM hook-and-chain attack took less than a minute

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

WASHINGTON, Mo. - A hook-and-chain attack on an ATM west of the metro left multiple crime scenes early Monday morning.The Washington Police Department said officers were called to the Bank of Franklin County on East 8th Street near East State Highway 47 around 3:30 a.m. Monday.Krista Davis lives nearby and heard what sounded like a crash. She said she looked outside and saw people in hoodies running from the ATM with money slipping from their hands."We didn't even have time to call the police," Davis said. "[One of them] dropped a bag, went back and got it, and ran past the pickup truck we thought they had crashed." Former St. Louis alderman under federal indictment for insurance fraud Washington Police Detective Lt. Steve Sitzes said officers were working on four different scenes at one time related to the ATM incident.Sitzes said in addition to the crime scene at the bank, thieves stole a truck from an apartment complex about a mile away. Detectives also found cash boxes at two ...

Access to downtown Denver limited in preparation for crowds after NBA Finals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

Access to downtown Denver on Monday night will be limited as officers prepare for the crowds expected to pour out after the Denver Nuggets game.Residents should speak with officers in order to access certain downtown areas, police said on Twitter.The Nuggets and Heat are playing Game 5 of the NBA Finals Monday night at Ball Arena.ROADS CLOSED: Officers are around @BallArenaDenver & downtown to assist large crowds & heavy vehicular traffic with exiting the area. Beginning now, access to downtown will be limited due to road closures. Residents should speak with an officer at closures to access downtown area pic.twitter.com/33BRYnjXDU— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) June 13, 2023

Police looking for sexual battery suspect caught on camera in Orange County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

Authorities with the Irvine Police Department are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man caught on surveillance cameras assaulting a woman.  The sexual battery incident occurred on Saturday near the intersection of Scholarship and Graduate.  Surveillance footage of the incident shows the man parking his vehicle as the victim walks down the sidewalk. He then turns his car around, drives in her direction before pulling over and exiting the vehicle. The suspect later trails the woman across the street and can be seen running up behind the woman, restraining her and groping her from behind.  The suspect is described as a white male in his 20’s, around 5 foot 10 inches to 6 feet tall, who weighs approximately 160 pounds. He was wearing a gray short-sleeved shirt and black shorts with flip-flops on. Police are searching for the man, seen here, caught on camera committing sexual battery on June 10, 2023, in Irvine. (IPD)A white Nissan Sentra four-door, seen here, that ...

Lawmakers working to preserve sand berm in Laguna Beach 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:08:17 GMT

Lawmakers in Laguna Beach are working to preserve a naturally occurring sand berm in Aliso Beach that protects marine wildlife and keeps any harmful contaminants from being released into the ocean. Sometimes the berm is breached naturally during storms, while other times, beachgoers dig out the sand that makes the berm to create a standing wave for skimboarding, officials say. The new laws would impose stricter rules and punishments for people who destroy the berm. “What we’re doing is starting with an educational program," said Laguna Beach Mayor Bob Whalen. “We’re going to have signage out there. Our lifeguards understand the issue. We’re advising people, ‘Please don’t breach the berm.’ In terms of enforcement, we haven't reached that level yet because we don't currently have a mechanism in place.” The new changes are a result of the city of Laguna Beach taking over Aliso Beach and other beaches in South Laguna from the county on March 1. The city is considering cre...