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What scientists say keeps mosquitoes at bay

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

(CNN) — For as long as there have been humans, there have been mosquitoes buzzing around in hopes of a bite to eat.“We’re always in a war, a perpetual war against mosquitoes,” said Dr. Conor McMeniman, an assistant professor of molecular microbiology and immunology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Johns Hopkins Malaria Research Institute in Baltimore.It’s a war that often turns deadly — mosquitoes kill more people than any other animal as they spread diseases such as malaria, dengue fever and West Nile virus.Even if the mosquitoes near you don’t carry these diseases, they’re still a nuisance. Here’s the lowdown on how mosquitoes hunt us, what attracts them, and what scientists recommend for keeping them at bay.The science of mosquito bitesMost of the time, mosquitoes drink plant nectars and juices, and even help pollinate flowers. But when the time comes for female mosquitoes to produce eggs, the soon-to-be moms require extra protein, which they g...

Derrick Rose hits free agency after Knicks decline option; Josh Hart extends deadline for player option

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

Derrick Rose’s tenure in New York — a two-stint rollercoaster that briefly resuscitated his career— is probably finished.Prior to Saturday night’s deadline, the Knicks declined the point guard’s $15.5 million team option for next season, sending Rose into free agency. The move was expected since Rose had no spot in Tom Thibodeau’s rotation. Still, there was a chance the Knicks kept Rose on the books to use his expiring contract in a trade.Rose, 34, was acquired via trade from the Pistons in 2021 and played an integral role in leading the Knicks to the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs that season.It earned him a lucrative contract that summer, but an ankle injury sabotaged Rose’s following season and he never recovered a consistent role. In his last two seasons, Rose appeared in a combined 53 games.Despite the demotion, Rose was lauded as a team leader throughout the roster and praised by Thibodeau. There’s a chance Rose r...

Mayoral candidates make their final pitch to Torontonians ahead of Monday’s vote

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

Four months after former mayor John Tory resigned after revealing he had an inappropriate affair with a member of his staff, Torontonians are just days away from choosing his successor. The final weekend of the long and winding mayoral byelection campaign saw some of the top candidates make their final pitches to voters. Olivia Chow, who has maintained a steady and commanding lead in public opinion polls since joining the race, continued to push her message that this election is about two choices: the status quo or change. “In this election, we have a choice. We could continue with the status quo. We could continue to let this city decline. Or we could choose to come together and build a city that is affordable, more caring and safer, where everyone belongs.”This mayoral race has been deja vu for Chow, who was also a strong favourite heading into the late stages of the 2014 municipal vote, which saw her ultimately finish third behind winner John Tory and runner-up Doug F...

Human remains found in California mountain area where actor Julian Sands disappeared 5 months ago

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — Hikers found human remains Saturday in a Southern California mountain area where actor Julian Sands disappeared five months ago, authorities said. The body discovered around 10 a.m. in wilderness near Mount Baldy was transported to the coroner’s office for identification next week, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said in a statement. Additional details were not immediately available. Sands, an avid hiker and mountaineer, was reported missing January 13 after setting out on the peak that rises more than 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) east of Los Angeles. The region was pounded by severe storms during winter.On Friday, his family released its first statement since Sands’ disappearance. “We continue to hold Julian in our hearts with bright memories of him as a wonderful father, husband, explorer, lover of the natural world and the arts, and as an original and collaborative performer,” the statement said.Sands, a 65-year-old Bri...

SWAT situation resolved in Schiller Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

SCHILLER PARK, Ill. — Schiller Park police said a SWAT situation has been peacefully resolved after asking local residents to stay indoors Saturday.According to police, officers were called Saturday afternoon to a domestic disturbance at an apartment building on Ruby Street between Waveland Avenue and Ivanhoe Avenue.Police said the situation was resolved as of 7:35 p.m. Saturday evening. Park Ridge warning community of man impersonating police officer, assaulting teen girls Police haven't released specific details about what led to the SWAT situation, but said one person was barricaded inside and no one was injured.

Deeply Rooted Gets Financial Boost for New South Side Dance Center 

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

CHICAGO —  Deeply Rooted Dance Theater just received a financial boost for plans to build a new dance center on Chicago's south side.  The company currently operates from Ballet Chicago’s downtown studios. 2 Chicago breweries are finalists in a major beer competition – and it’s helping them toward their main goal But they are planning to open a new $15.6 million facility in Washington Park."To have a state-of-the-art building that's going to be beautiful in stature, allow others to come in and dream of the possibilities for themselves," Nicole Clarke-Springer, the theater's artistic director said.Clarke-Springer said this dream has been a long time coming, with seeds planted by co-founder Kevin Iega Jeff. In January, Makeda Crayton, who has danced on stages around the world, stepped into the role of executive director."I have worked in the industry for a long time and I understand what it feels like to feel like you are just a commodity, to not feel like a human being within this ...

Human remains discovered on Mt. Baldy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

Human remains were discovered by hikers on Mount Baldy on Saturday morning.At around 10 a.m., hikers contacted the Fontana Sheriff’s Station after coming across the remains in the Mt. Baldy Wilderness Area.Deputies along with the sheriff’s Emergency Operations Division responded to the scene.The remains were transported to the coroner’s office where officials are working to identify the body. Authorities said positive identification is expected next week. No further details were released.Back in January, search efforts were underway when two hikers went missing in Mt. Baldy including British actor Julian Sands, 65. Two hikers were also found dead in the area before Sands went missing. Julian Sands (San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office)Jin Chung in a photo from the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department.Missing hikers in Mount Baldy. From left: Julian Sands, Robert Gregory, and Jin Chung.Cast member Julian Sands attends the "24" Season Five DVD release party Monday, Dec. 4...

Armed suspects burglarize multiple 7-Eleven stores in Los Angeles County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

Surveillance footage captured a 7-Eleven store being robbed at gunpoint amid a string of similar burglaries in Los Angeles County on overnight on Saturday.Four 7-Eleven store burglaries took place between 9:30 p.m. and 12 a.m. at locations on the 5700 block of Melrose Avenue, the 5700 block of Santa Monica Boulevard, the 4200 block of Beverly Boulevard and the 2800 block of James M. Wood Boulevard.Surveillance cameras at the Beverly Boulevard store in East Hollywood showed a masked suspect entering the business and pretending to shop around as he waited for customers to leave.Shortly after, he confronted the store clerks and told them he had a gun. That’s when he walked behind the cashier counter and helped himself to cigarettes, cigars and various tobacco products. Surveillance footage captured a 7-Eleven store robbed at gunpoint by two armed suspects in East Hollywood on June 24, 2023. (7-Eleven)Surveillance footage captured a 7-Eleven store robbed at gunpoint by two armed su...

Why 2023 could be one of the best years in video games ever

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

The year is half over and 2023 is already one of the most impressive ever in video games. Stellar titles have hit the shelves nearly every week along with some solid original projects.“The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” leads the way by somehow making a perfect game even better and ultimately refining a paradigm shift in its gameplay and approach. Meanwhile, “Street Fighter 6” and “Diablo 4” have gone back to the past iterations to come up with an approach that polishes and streamlines winning formulas while also introducing daring new elements that haven’t been seen in either series.EA and Capcom released remakes of their respective classics “Dead Space” and “Resident Evil 4,” allowing a new generation of fans to experience the thrill of the survival-horror genre.“Fire Emblem Engage” focuses on the Divine Dragon, who must defeat the rival Fell Dragon. (Nintendo) Elsewhere, new sequels gave fa...

Golden Gate Ferry announces schedule changes, fare increase

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:52:25 GMT

(KRON) -- The Golden Gate Ferry announced schedule changes set to take effect next week. Starting June 26, the schedule changes will "enhance ferry service," and there will be no service reductions. SF Pride street closures, schedule, parade route Fares will also increase starting July 1. See below for the Golden Gate Ferry's new fare prices. Golden Gate FerrySome of the schedule changes include an additional weekend trip between Tiburon and San Francisco. Golden Gate Ferry posted the new schedule that is set to begin Monday (below).Golden Gate Ferry's fare increase starts on the same day Golden Gate Bridge tolls are set to rise. The tolls are set to increase as high as 35 cents. Golden Gate Ferry's entire announcement of the schedule changes can be viewed HERE.