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Energize Us Edu Inc.: Empowering Students from Classroom to Professional Success

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

In the heart of America’s educational landscape, a revolution is underway, spearheaded by Energize Us Edu Inc. This visionary institution, under the stewardship of founder Wilson Matthew Betances, is not just a trade school – it’s a movement, a commitment to reshaping the future of workforce development from classroom to career.Energize Us Edu Inc. doesn’t settle for ordinary; it aspires to be the ‘Ivy League’ of trade schools, a testament to the pursuit of excellence in trade education. From high school students exploring their first sparks of interest to seasoned professionals seeking continuous improvement, Energize Us Edu Inc. is committed to fostering a passion for trades at every level.The institution’s ambitious vision transcends the traditional boundaries of education. By 2025, Energize Us Edu Inc. plans to establish chapters on both the East and West Coasts, creating a national network that seamlessly integrates education and employment. ...

Unleash Your Inner Pet Content Creator: Navigating Viral Success with Pearl Frazier

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

In today’s digital age, content creation has become a global phenomenon. What if your passion revolves around your animal companions and you want to turn it into a livelihood? Here is a comprehensive guide to help you kickstart your journey into the world of pet content creation, featuring insights from Pearl Frazier, the founder of Petfluencer Agency.As a talent manager, Pearl has mentored numerous pet influencers, helping them stand out in the crowded market using her proven strategies. Petfluencer Agency is a platform designed for pet content creators. Pearl’s mission is to educate pet influencers and relevant brands about harnessing the power of digital media for maximum gains.In a TikTok video, Pearl emphasizes crafting an online persona. The first step is to choose a username that leaves a lasting impression. It should be unique and crafty, reflecting your pet’s quirky charm—a digital signature easily recognizable across Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagr...

Pentagon: SecDef Austin recovering after being hospitalized

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

By Oren Liebermann | CNNDefense Secretary Lloyd Austin was admitted to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on New Year’s Day for complications from an elective medical procedure, the Pentagon said Friday.The Pentagon announced the hospitalization four days after Austin was initially admitted. Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder, the Pentagon press secretary, made no mention of the hospitalization at a news briefing Thursday.The short statement did not detail what the procedure was or what complications followed the procedure, but it said Austin is “recovering well.” Ryder told CNN that Austin remained in the hospital as of Friday afternoon, but he is expected to resume his full duties later Friday. It’s unclear when he’ll be released from hospital.Asked why the Pentagon waited four days to notify the public about Austin’s hospitalization, Ryder said, “This has been an evolving situation in which we had to consider a number of other factors” including medical issues and personal privacy iss...

Former cop gets 14 months in death of Elijah McClain

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

By Colleen Slevin | Associated PressDENVER — A judge sentenced an ex-Colorado police officer to 14 months in jail for his role in the death of Elijah McClain after hearing the young Black man’s mother on Friday call the officer a “bully with a badge” who will always have blood on his hands.The officer, Randy Roedema, was the first and most senior law enforcement member on the scene of McClain’s death and the only one found guilty. A jury convicted him in October of criminally negligent homicide, which is a felony, and third-degree assault, which is a misdemeanor.The 23-year-old’s killing on Aug. 24, 2019, received little attention at the time but gained renewed interest the following year as mass protests swept the nation over the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. McClain’s death became a rallying cry for critics of racial injustice in policing.In a separate trial, two paramedics were recently convicted for injecting McClain with an ov...

School safety a top priority, Montgomery Co. schools superintendent says

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

When students fight in Montgomery County Schools in Maryland, the incidents are considered serious, school system Superintendent Monifa McKnight said.“My top priority as superintendent is to ensure that every student that comes into a school feels safe,” McKnight said Friday.When she introduced her $3.3 billion operating budget last month, McKnight pointed out that the school system has added more security staff, cameras and “enhanced infrastructure” to deal with a 65% increase in “serious incidents” compared to the same time last year.Under the school system’s guidelines, a serious incident is: “Any incident that includes some level of risk, harm, or threat of harm to staff or students, seriously disrupts school operations, or concerns staff or students and could escalate to a community concern or elevated police or legal matter.”McKnight, who was visiting Seneca Valley High School on Friday to talk about the dual enrollment pro...

Caitlin Clark has 14th career triple-double to lead No. 4 Iowa women to 103-69 rout of Rutgers

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Caitlin Clark had 29 points, 10 assists and 10 rebounds for her 14th career triple-double to lead No. 4 Iowa to a 103-69 win over Rutgers on Friday night.Kate Martin added 17 points for the Hawkeyes (15-1, 4-0 Big Ten).Like many of Iowa’s road contests this season, Friday’s game was a sellout — the first for Rutgers (6-11, 0-4) since the team hosted UConn in 2006. Fans, many wearing Clark shirts and jerseys, lined up nearly two hours before tip waiting to get in.They weren’t disappointed. From deep 3-pointers to 30-foot bounce passes that led to layups, the reigning AP Player of the Year made her presence felt on the court and drew loud cheers nearly every time she touched the ball.She had nine points, four rebounds and three assists in the opening quarter when Iowa led 25-19. The Hawkeyes put the game away in the second, outscoring Rutgers 30-11 to lead by 25 at the half.The only drama in the second half was whether Clark would get her third triple-dou...

Teen accused of shooting, killing woman in Colfax fender bender receives $5M bond

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- A teen accused of shooting and killing a woman with an AR-15 at age 14 appeared in court Friday for his first public court appearance since a judge ruled in December he would be tried as an adult.A judge ordered Friday that Remi Cordova, now 17, be given a $5 million cash bond as he faces a charge of first-degree murder for allegedly shooting and killing Pam Cabriales on Feb. 20, 2021. US 287 reopens after 2 crashes, 1 deadly, in Boulder County Cabriales, 32, was on her way home from dinner and allegedly rear-ended the vehicle that Cordova was a passenger in on Colfax Avenue near Interstate 25. The teen allegedly got out of the vehicle and shot her in the head with a high-powered rifle as many as 20 times.Denver District Attorney Beth McCann pushed for Cordova to be tried as an adult. In October, a judge heard arguments in what’s called a “reverse transfer hearing” to determine whether his first-degree murder case should be transferred from juvenile court.The judg...

Hialeah’s own Morphine Love Dion competing on Season 16 of ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

“RuPaul’s Drag Race” premieres Friday night with two SoFlo faces. Deco’s Alex Miranda talked with Mhi’ya Iman Le’Paige earlier this week, but now, Morphine Love Dion is taking Deco center stage. The Latina goddess is a first from Hialeah, and she told me at R House in Wynwood that she’s bringing 305 to MTV.“RuPaul’s Drag Race” has gone Hialeah.Morphine Love Dion (in the show): “My name is Morphine Love Dion. I am the Latina goddess of Miami, Florida.”Morphine Love Dion: “This season is going to be very, very, very insane.”Ya tu sabes.Morphine Love Dion: “I’m from Hialeah. My parents are from Nicaragua, but I feel like I’m technically half Cuban.”Alex Miranda: “Your name: Morphine. That’s a little racy, but it didn’t start off that way. You got this from Lady Gaga.”Lady Gaga (singing): “I’m going to marry.”Morphine Love Dion: “You...

Famed chef Barbara Lynch announces closure of three well-known Boston restaurants

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

The restaurant collective of famed chef Barbara Lynch announced Friday that it will close three well-known Boston restaurants while selling two others. Menton, Sportello and Drink in the Fort Point neighborhood will all be closing, effective immediately, according to the announcement from the Barbara Lynch Collective. The Butcher Shop and Stir, both in the South End, will be sold to “former protégés” of Lynch. The Barbara Lynch Collective said its flagship No. 9 Park on Beacon Hill will continue to operate, as will B&G Oysters in the South End and The Rudder in Gloucester.The collective this week said it is closing and selling restaurants “because of an uncooperative landlord.”Moving forward, Lynch said she hopes to expand on the North Shore. 

Emergency crews respond to dump truck rollover in West Newbury

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:09:32 GMT

Emergency crews responded in West Newbury Friday after a dump truck rolled over, spilling a load of logs along a local road. West Newbury police in a statement said the crash happened on Turkey Hill Road near Rogers Street around 12:40 p.m. involving a 10-wheel truck. The truck, police said, had been traveling south on Turkey Hill Road immediately before it crashed. The driver was evaluated at the scene and declined to be taken to a hospital, according to police. Police shared photos of the crash’s aftermath, showing the truck resting on its side near the side of Turkey Hill Road.Turkey Hill Road was closed while emergency crews from West Newbury, Merrimac and Newburyport worked to clear the scene. The crash remained under investigation by state and local police as of Friday night.