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Federal government posts $15.1 billion deficit between April and October this year

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

OTTAWA — The federal government recorded a budgetary deficit of $15.1 billion between April and October, $7 billion of which was in October. The finance department says in its monthly fiscal monitor that the deficit between April and October compared with a deficit of $0.2 billion during the same period last year. Government revenues increased by $3 billion, or 1.2 per cent, a reflection of higher interest revenues and other non-tax revenues.Program expenses excluding net actuarial losses were up $11.8 billion, or 5.4 per cent, from the same period a year earlier, as spending across all major categories rose.Public debt charges were up $7.5 billion, or 38.1 per cent, largely due to higher interest rates but partly offset by lower consumer price index adjustments on real return bonds.Net actuarial losses decreased by $1.3 billion, or 23.2 per cent, compared with the same period last year.

A court in Romania rejects Andrew Tate’s request to visit his ailing mother in the UK

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

BUCHAREST, Romania (AP) — A Romanian court on Friday rejected a request by the divisive influencer Andrew Tate to temporarily leave the country to visit his mother in the U.K. after she had suffered a heart attack, his spokesperson said. Tate is charged in Romania with human trafficking, rape and forming a criminal gang to sexually exploit women.After the Bucharest Court of Appeal’s decision, Tate’s spokesperson said the ruling “has left us disheartened.” On Thursday, Tate said in a post on X, formerly Twitter, that his mother was hospitalized and that he would ask the court for “an emergency visit to London.”The court’s decision came nearly a year after Tate, his brother Tristan and two Romanian women were arrested near Bucharest. Romanian prosecutors formally indicted all four in June. They have denied the allegations and a trial date hasn’t been confirmed. Still, they can’t leave the country.“Andrew and Tristan have maintained an impeccable record of adhering to all r...

Dean's Reviews: Aquaman, American Fiction, Iron Claw, Migration

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

WGN's Dean Richards gives his grades for some of the top films at the box office in the busiest movie weekend of the year. The 'Aquaman' sequel, 'American Fiction,' 'Iron Claw' and 'Migration' highlight a huge Christmas weekend at the box office. Dean’s Weekender: ‘It’s A Wonderful Life,’ the Grinch, ‘A Christmas Carol’ and 2 versions of ‘The Nutcracker’ highlight the Christmas weekend Get Dean’s reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean’s Downloads weekly newsletter. You’ll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

El Buen Samaritano hands out 500 holiday meal kits ahead of Christmas

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- El Buen Samaritano held their annual Posadas at El Buen event Friday to hand out full holiday meal kits to hundreds of Central Texas families ahead of Christmas. The meal kits contained a frozen turkey and all the side dishes to prepare a holiday meal at home. The organization handed out 500 meal kits to families who are actively enrolled in its programs.El Buen Samaritano hosts their annual Posadas at El Buen event to provide full holiday meal kits to 500 Central Texas families (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey)El Buen Samaritano hosts their annual Posadas at El Buen event to provide full holiday meal kits to 500 Central Texas families (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey)El Buen Samaritano hosts their annual Posadas at El Buen event to provide full holiday meal kits to 500 Central Texas families (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey)El Buen Samaritano hosts their annual Posadas at El Buen event to provide full holiday meal kits to 500 Central Texas families (KXAN Photo/Todd Bailey)Posadas at El Buen ...

These cities and towns are most dangerous in the US, study finds

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – While violent crime has dropped to pre-pandemic levels nationwide, the FBI announced, changes weren't the same across the board. The crime rates remained elevated in dozens of cities around the country.Personal finance site MoneyGeek used the FBI crime data to look at crime rates in 302 large cities and 1,010 small cities and towns around the country. They looked at both violent crime and property crime, and used research by the University of Miami and the University of Colorado Denver to determine the cost of crime in each area. After crunching the numbers, the large city with the highest cost of crime was Birmingham, Alabama. The violent crime rate – which includes instances of murder, manslaughter, rape, robbery and aggravated assault – in Birmingham was 1,682 per 100,000 residents. The property crime rate – which includes burglary, larceny, and vehicle theft – was 4,173 per 100,000 residents.Birmingham didn't have the highest rate of violent crime, however. Memp...

Organized T.J. Maxx theft leads to police chase on I-90

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

NORTH GREENBUSH, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An organized theft at the North Greenbush T.J. Maxx led to a car chase involving police on I-90 on Friday. NEWS10 confirms with North Greenbush Police Chief David Keevern that the chase ended due to high-speed concerns approaching Albany. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Police say no suspects are in custody at this time and an investigation is underway. Police also say there has been an increase in organized theft in the area.

New York State laws taking effect in 2024

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- With 2023 coming to a close, we’ll be ringing in the new year with some new laws in New York State. Here are some of the notable laws going into effect in 2024. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Minimum wage increaseBeginning January 1, minimum wage in New York City, Westchester, and Long Island is set to increase to $16 an hour. For the rest of the state, the minimum wage is set to increase to $15 an hour.Operation of ATVs by minorsDue to the increasing number of all-terrain vehicle crashes involving minors, this new law raises the age to get an ATV safety certificate from the 10 years to 14 years or older. Also, children under 16 will only be allowed to drive an ATV on public land as long as they are supervised by someone 18 years or older.Religious dietary food options in prisonsThis law requires commissaries in New York State prisons to have halal, kosher and other religious dietary food options for incarcera...

Christmas spirits and gnome shenanigans, a FOX 2 special report

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

ST. LOUIS – On today's FOX 2 show, hosts Tim Ezell, John Pertzborn, and Ty Hawkins explored the world of gnomes and the phenomenon known as the gnome invasion.A gnome, in folklore and fairy tales, typically refers to a mythical creature or a small humanoid being. These creatures are often portrayed standing around a foot in height, with pointed hats and long beards. The lore surrounding gnomes is that they are commonly found in gardens, where they are believed to reside and care for the plants.The concept of gnomes has evolved over time, taking on various interpretations across different cultures. Additionally, gnomes have become popular decorative garden ornaments worldwide. St. Peters man catches state record fish from Missouri River Gnomes, especially in the context of holidays, are frequently linked to Christmas and winter festivities. In recent years, gnome-themed decorations and ornaments featuring small, bearded figures, pointed hats and festive clothing have gained popular...

L.A. County relatives face charges in Big Bear Lake stabbing: SBSD

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

A pair of relatives from Los Angeles County are behind bars after two people were stabbed at a Big Bear Lake earlier this month.At about 1:30 a.m. on Dec. 10, 56-year-old Michael Alvarado of Sylmar got into an argument with a man at the AV Bar and Nightclub, located at 664 Pine Knot Ave., the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said in a news release.After that "verbal altercation," Alvarado spoke with his 39-year-old relative Joshua Alvarado, a Whittier resident, who went to his car and returned with a knife, authorities said.Joshua Alvarado then allegedly stabbed the man in an argument with Michael Alvarado, as well as a 17-year-old boy who was a bystander.Both victims were taken by helicopter to Loma Linda University Medical Center. Their condition is unknown.Both Alvarados were arrested on Thursday and investigators served search warrants and four locations in Los Angeles County."During the service of the warrant, deputies seized multiple firearms which Michael had posses...

Man suspected of raping woman behind Santa Ana business arrested

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:48:17 GMT

A sexual assault suspect is behind bars more than a year after he allegedly kidnapped and raped a woman in Santa Ana, police said Thursday.On July 5, 2022, the victim was walking home in the 300 block of South Harbor Boulevard around 9 p.m. when the suspect approached and began speaking to her, the Santa Ana Police Department posted on its Instagram page.The 23-year-old victim told police the suspect, later identified as 57-year-old Ignacio Segura Lemus of Santa Ana, asked her to hang out but she refused and tried to walk away. "The suspect then followed the victim, knocked her down, dragged her behind a business, where he sexually assaulted her," The Police Department stated.The victim called police after the suspect fled the scene and detectives began their investigation. On Thursday, Lemus was arrested and booked on several sexual assault-related charges, the Police Department said. Bail for Lemus was set at $1 million.Investigators believe Lemus may have been involved in additio...