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Dear Abby: My friend makes silly excuses for why her husband won’t see me

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

DEAR ABBY: About 10 years ago, I visited my oldest and dearest friend, whom I see a few times a year. Her husband, whom I’ve also known for years and who I thought was a friend, started teasing me. I can take a joke, but the teasing got mean. Eventually he stopped, and I continued my visit.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: Would it be awkward to invite her to my wedding dinner? Advice | Dear Abby: I wasted five years on a man, and I want to start dating efficiently Advice | Ask Amy: My dad’s humiliating tell-all book could affect my job hunt Advice | Dear Abby: The insufferable neighbor is trying to claim my boyfriend Advice | Dear Abby: My fiance left me, and now I’m pregnant. That’s just the start of it. I was really angry at him. Because I didn’t want to involve my friend, I sent him an email. I told him I thought his teasing went too far and to please not do it again. ...

Pig cooling pads and weather forecasts for cows are high-tech ways to make meat in a warming world

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — More than a third of the heat-trapping gases cooking the planet come from growing and raising farm animals, but millions of cattle, pigs and other animals get to stay cool in the United States and other parts of the developed world.Many American farmers have apps to forecast animal comfort in the heat. There are computer-controlled “ cooling pads ” for sows. Dairy farmers lower barns’ temperatures with misters, air conditioning and giant fans. Special pedometers, the cow version of a Fitbit, measure vital signs that give clues to animals’ health.More intense summer heat resulting from emissions-driven climate change means animal heat stress that can result in billions of dollars in lost revenue for farmers and ranchers if not properly managed. But technology often insulates livestock in richer countries — another way global warming exacerbates the gap between wealthy and poor nations. The U.S. is the world’s largest producer and consumer of beef by v...

Woman killed in Prince George’s Co. crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

A woman is dead following a crash Friday morning in Prince George’s County, Maryland, authorities said.Maryland State Police said troopers got a call just after 9:30 a.m. about a crash involving two vehicles — a 2019 Ford Fusion and a 2017 Jeep Wrangler — in the area of Crain Highway and Rosaryville Road.An initial investigation revealed that the Ford had stopped at a traffic signal when the Jeep crashed into the rear driver’s side of the Ford.Police said 64-year-old Lisa Brown of Upper Marlboro, who drove the Ford, was taken to MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital where she was pronounced dead. Ashley Raley, 47, of Lothian, drove the Jeep and was injured in the crash. He was taken to MedStar Washington Hospital Center for treatment.Police said there weren’t any passengers in either vehicle during the crash.Roads closed for around four hours following the crash. Police said they’re investigating the cause of the crash and ask anyone with information to call the...

9 die, including 3 children, as strong winds hit tourist camp in central Russia, officials say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

MOSCOW (AP) — At least nine people — including three children — have died after high winds tore through central Russia, emergency services and a local official reported Sunday. Eight of the dead were part of a group of tourists camping close to Lake Yalchik in the Mari-El region when the storm hit Saturday, Russia’s emergencies ministry said.The strong winds caused a large number of trees to fall in the area, including where the group’s tents had been pitched on a stretch of wild beach, regional leader Yuri Zaitsev wrote on social media. He said that three children were among the dead.Across the wider Volga Federal District, 76 people were injured in the storm, with thousands of households losing power, emergency services said.Source

Ireland still playing with something to prove in the last game of its Women’s World Cup debut

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — Following two narrow losses that ended its chances of advancing to the knockout stage on debut at the Women’s World Cup, Ireland remains motivated to play for more than just a result against Nigeria on Monday night. “We still have something to fight for,” midfielder Lily Agg said. “That’s our pride, that’s our passion and that’s who we are as Irish players. We’re going to leave it all out there on Monday and, hopefully, do Ireland proud.”Ireland is yet to pick up a competition point despite pushing two Top 10 teams to the limit. In front of almost 76,000 people in the tournament opener, a second-half penalty was the difference in Ireland’s 1-0 loss to co-host Australia. Ireland struck first in its next match against Canada, but two unanswered goals from the Olympic champions left the Irish empty-handed once again.“We can compete with the best, and I think we’ve proven that,” Agg said. “We’ve got so much talent, and it’s now just about mak...

Mets face the Nationals leading series 2-1

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

Washington Nationals (44-61, fifth in the NL East) vs. New York Mets (49-55, fourth in the NL East)New York; Sunday, 1:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Nationals: Trevor Williams (5-5, 4.47 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 77 strikeouts); Mets: Justin Verlander (5-5, 3.24 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, 76 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Mets -269, Nationals +219; over/under is 8 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The New York Mets take a 2-1 advantage into the next game of the series against the Washington Nationals.New York has a 49-55 record overall and a 25-23 record at home. The Mets have the 10th-ranked team slugging percentage in the NL at .401.Washington has a 24-28 record in road games and a 44-61 record overall. The Nationals have gone 31-11 in games when they scored five or more runs.The teams meet Sunday for the 11th time this season. The season series is tied 5-5.TOP PERFORMERS: Pete Alonso has nine doubles, two triples and 30 home runs for the Mets. Jeff McNeil is 10-for-37 with two doubles over the last 10 g...

Braves host the Brewers, look to extend home win streak

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

Milwaukee Brewers (57-48, first in the NL Central) vs. Atlanta Braves (66-36, first in the NL East)Atlanta; Sunday, 1:35 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Brewers: Colin Rea (5-4, 4.53 ERA, 1.19 WHIP, 75 strikeouts); Braves: AJ Smith-Shawver (0-0)BOTTOM LINE: The Atlanta Braves will try to keep a three-game home win streak going when they face the Milwaukee Brewers.Atlanta has a 34-19 record at home and a 66-36 record overall. The Braves have the highest team on-base percentage in the NL at .339.Milwaukee has a 28-24 record on the road and a 57-48 record overall. The Brewers have a 39-6 record in games when they out-hit their opponents.The teams meet Sunday for the sixth time this season. The Braves lead the season series 4-1.TOP PERFORMERS: Ronald Acuna Jr. has a .333 batting average to lead the Braves, and has 26 doubles, a triple and 24 home runs. Austin Riley is 16-for-41 with seven home runs and 17 RBI over the past 10 games.Carlos Santana has 25 doubles, 12 home runs and 53 RBI whil...

Pirates and Phillies meet in series rubber match

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

Philadelphia Phillies (56-48, second in the NL East) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (46-58, fourth in the NL Central)Pittsburgh; Sunday, 1:35 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Phillies: Cristopher Sanchez (0-3, 2.98 ERA, .97 WHIP, 38 strikeouts); Pirates: Rich Hill (7-10, 4.89 ERA, 1.47 WHIP, 97 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Phillies -149, Pirates +127; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies play on Sunday with the three-game series tied 1-1.Pittsburgh has a 46-58 record overall and a 24-27 record at home. The Pirates have gone 32-13 in games when they record at least eight hits.Philadelphia is 56-48 overall and 28-28 on the road. The Phillies have gone 34-7 in games when they scored five or more runs.The teams meet Sunday for the third time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Bryan Reynolds has 11 home runs, 32 walks and 47 RBI while hitting .255 for the Pirates. Ji-Man Choi is 8-for-28 with two doubles, three home runs and seven RBI over the past 10 ...

Cardinals host the Cubs on 3-game home skid

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

Chicago Cubs (53-51, third in the NL Central) vs. St. Louis Cardinals (46-60, fifth in the NL Central)St. Louis; Sunday, 2:15 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: Kyle Hendricks (4-4, 3.58 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, 46 strikeouts); Cardinals: Steven Matz (1-7, 4.34 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, 85 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Cardinals -135, Cubs +115; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs looking to end a three-game home losing streak.St. Louis is 46-60 overall and 22-29 in home games. Cardinals hitters are batting a collective .256, which ranks fifth in the NL.Chicago has gone 26-25 in road games and 53-51 overall. The Cubs have a 41-20 record in games when they record at least eight hits.Sunday’s game is the 13th time these teams match up this season. The Cubs are up 8-4 in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Paul Goldschmidt has 21 doubles, 18 home runs and 55 RBI while hitting .281 for the Cardinals. Lars Nootbaar is 12-for-30 with a double and fo...

Dodgers and Reds meet to decide series winner

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:11:51 GMT

Cincinnati Reds (57-49, second in the NL Central) vs. Los Angeles Dodgers (59-44, first in the NL West)Los Angeles; Sunday, 4:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Reds: Graham Ashcraft (5-7, 5.64 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, 74 strikeouts); Dodgers: Michael Grove (2-2, 6.19 ERA, 1.55 WHIP, 53 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Dodgers -180, Reds +153; over/under is 10 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: Both the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds are looking for a series win with a victory on Sunday.Los Angeles has a 31-19 record at home and a 59-44 record overall. The Dodgers are 42-20 in games when they record eight or more hits.Cincinnati is 57-49 overall and 29-23 on the road. The Reds have a 17-11 record in games when they did not allow a home run.The teams meet Sunday for the sixth time this season. The Reds lead the season series 3-2.TOP PERFORMERS: Max Muncy leads the Dodgers with 27 home runs while slugging .495. Freddie Freeman is 16-for-40 with two doubles, four home runs and 10 RBI over the...