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Playoff volleyball roundup: Archbishop Mitty, St. Francis, Foothill advance to semifinals

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

CCS PlayoffsArchbishop Mitty 3, Palo Alto 0 Archbishop Mitty, the No. 1 seed in the Central Coast Section Open Division playoffs, cruised to a 25-18, 25-14, 25-23 first-round victory over a Palo Alto program that had won 17 of its last 18 matches. “We made the right reads and were aggressive with our movements,” Mitty coach Jon Wallace wrote in an email. “Our girls were very disciplined and explosive to the ball.”Makenna Crosson and Amiya Kuchibhotla combined for 16 Monarch kills, and setter Maya Baker led the team with four blocks. Izzy Romero and Katelyn Cool also played well. “She controlled serve receive extremely well, giving her team the ability to play in-system most of the match,” Wallace said about Cool’s play. Kylie Yen had a good all-around game for Palo Alto (27-5), and juniors Naama Green, Sophie Mies and Mackenzie Zhao also played well in the match. Mitty (28-4) will play host to Sacred Heart Heart Prep at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Palo Alto’s season is not over, since t...

Celine Boutier wins LPGA Malaysia after epic nine-hole playoff

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — In fading light and with another thunderstorm approaching, Celine Boutier made a birdie on the ninth playoff hole to defeat Atthaya Thitikul and win the Maybank Championship on the LPGA Tour on Sunday. In a marathon playoff, both players made near identical shots on several holes and saw potential winning putts lip out as they stayed tied through eight tense holes, which included sitting out a 90-minute storm delay at the Kuala Lumpur Golf and Country Club course.At the ninth playoff hole on the par-3 15th, the Thai player narrowly missed her birdie putt, opening the door for Boutier, who showed no nerves in landing her 6-foot putt to clinch her fourth title of the season, including wins at the Women’s Scottish Open and the Evian Championship for her first major title.Both Boutier and Thitikul finished on 21-under 267 after 72 regulation holes. Boutier shot an 8-under 64 with eight birdies, which would have been nine had her birdie putt on the 18th not ...

Health care workers more likely to report burnout, worse mental health than before the COVID pandemic

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

Health care workers are facing increased mental health struggles that can lead to burnout or workers thinking of finding another job, according to survey results from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The CDC urged health care employers to take care of their worker’s mental health and foster a healthy work environment.A report called “Vital Signs: Health Worker–Perceived Working Conditions and Symptoms of Poor Mental Health” released this week shows that health care workers are now more likely to report that they struggle with anxiety, depression, harassment in the work place, and workplace pressures that compound on these issues, compared to surveys from before the COVID-19 pandemic.“We don’t just want to treat workers who are suffering. We want to prevent that harm to all workers in the first place,” said L. Casey Chosewood, director of the CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health’s Office.The report pulls its findings from surveys conducted in 201...

American hockey player Adam Johnson dies after ‘freak accident’ during game in England

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

NOTTINGHAM, England (AP) — American hockey player Adam Johnson, who appeared in 13 NHL games with the Pittsburgh Penguins, has died after a “freak accident” during a game in England on Saturday, his club said.The 29-year-old Minnesota native was playing for the Nottingham Panthers in a Challenge Cup game against the Sheffield Steelers when he suffered a slashed neck during the second period of the game at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena.“The Nottingham Panthers are truly devastated to announce that Adam Johnson has tragically passed away following a freak accident at the game in Sheffield last night,” the team said Sunday morning.“The Panthers would like to send our thoughts and condolences to Adam’s family, his partner, and all his friends at this extremely difficult time. Everyone at the club including players, staff, management and ownership are heartbroken at the news of Adam’s passing.”Johnson spent 13 games over parts of the 2018-19 and 2019-20 seasons playing for the Pi...

$1.3 million worth of ketamine destined for DC seized at Dulles airport

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

Some of the ketamine seized at Dulles airport on Oct. 10. It is used as an anesthetic in veterinary medicine. It also poses serious health risks to users, and has been used in sexual assaults, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. (Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection) Some of the ketamine seized at Dulles airport on Oct. 10. It is used as an anesthetic in veterinary medicine. It also poses serious health risks to users, and has been used in sexual assaults, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. (Courtesy U.S. Customs and Border Protection) A nearly 46 pound shipment of ketamine destined to an address in D.C. was seized by federal authorities earlier this month at Dulles International ...

The 48th Marine Corps Marathon is underway. Here’s what you need to know

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

The 48th annual Marine Corps Marathon began at 7:55 a.m., running through parts of Virginia and D.C. It’s one of the biggest marathons nationwide and in the world, with the nickname “The People’s Marathon.”Thousands of people are taking part in the 26.2 mile stretch around the nation’s capital, including runners WTOP has highlighted: Jennifer Hickey; Aaron Hale and Frank Fumich; Helen Taylor; Maria Anes; Mark Rauch, Julie Sapusek and Emily Rauch; and Phil Pinti.Once upon a time, a number of notable people took part in the marathon such as Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, former Vice President Al Gore, Oprah and former D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty.Here’s what you need to know.Riding Metro to the MarathonRoad ClosuresParking RestrictionsWhere to WatchSource

Gaza’s Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the three-week war has risen past 8,000

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

CAIRO (AP) — Gaza’s Health Ministry says the Palestinian death toll from the three-week war has risen past 8,000.Source

Guerra entre Israel y Hamas, en vivo: muertes y ataques en Gaza, noticias y más

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

Haz clic aquí para ver las entradas más recientesPalestinos asaltan un centro de suministro de ayuda gestionado por la ONU, que distribuye alimentos a familias desplazadas tras el llamamiento de Israel para que más de un millón de residentes en el norte de Gaza se trasladen al sur por su seguridad, en Deir al-Balah, Gaza, el 28 de octubre. (Crédito: Mohammed Abed/AFP/Getty Images)The-CNN-Wire™ & © 2023 Cable News Network, Inc., a Warner Bros. Discovery Company. All rights reserved.Source

Group of juveniles shouts antisemitic slur near Parkland synagogue

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

Broward Sheriff’s Office officials responded to a call reporting an antisemitic incident at a Parkland synagogue. Parkland District deputies received a disturbance call from witnesses at the Kol Tivah synagogue on Saturday afternoon stating that five juveniles wearing face coverings on bicycles rode by the Kol Tivah synagogue screaming “Death to Jews.”BSO deputies canvassed the area, but the subjects were not located. Kol Tivah’s president released a statement that reads in part: “On the afternoon of October 28, approximately 3-5 individuals believed to be teenagers shouted “Death to Jews” as they rode by the synagogue on bicycles. A small handful of our congregants were subjected to obscenities. These individuals never stopped their bicycles or set foot on our property. The incident lasted less than 20 seconds in total. At this point, we do not know who these individuals are.”Officials continue their investigation. Please check back o...

Crispy Gnocchi with Tomato and Red Onion / Belkys

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 07:12:42 GMT

We are back with a pasta salad that’s made with a twist. That’s what’s cooking, as we grab a Bite with Belkys.Ingredients: 5 to 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 (17-ounce) package shelf-stable potato gnocchi1 1/2 pounds tomatoes (any variety- we used grape)1/2 red onion, thinly sliced1 tablespoon balsamic vinegarSalt and black pepper (to taste)Handful of chopped parsley, plus more for servingHandful of torn basil, plus more for servingMethod of Preparation:Heat a large (about 12-inch), well-seasoned cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high; add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the gnocchi to the pan, breaking up any that are stuck together. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, tossing every 1 ½ to 2 minutes so they get golden and crispy all over.Meanwhile, prepare your tomatoes: If you are using small ones like cherry or grape varieties, simply slice them in half. For larger tomatoes, quarter them or slice into bite-size chunks. (It is good to have a mix of shapes a...