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Wave of Russian attacks on Kyiv worst in a year, Ukrainian military says

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

(CNN) — Russia unleashed its worst attacks on Kyiv in a year, Ukraine’s military said, as for the third time in four days missiles and drones hit the city.The barrage came after Moscow accused Ukraine of attempting to assassinate Russian President Vladimir Putin in a drone strike at the Kremlin overnight on Wednesday, allegations Kyiv has vehemently denied.“Our city has not experienced such a heavy intensity of attacks since the beginning of this year! Last night, the aggressor launched another large-scale air strike on the capital,” Serhiy Popko, head of the Kyiv city military administration, wrote on Telegram.All Russian missiles and drones “were destroyed in Kyiv airspace by our air defense forces,” Popko said after Moscow attacked the city with “Shahed-type barrage munitions and missiles, presumably ballistic.”There were no civilian casualties or damage to residential buildings and infrastructure, he added.Iran ...

Police: Student will face charges after bringing BB gun to Brookline High School

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

A student will face charges after bringing a BB gun to Brookline High School on Wednesday, according to police. Police say someone thought the student had a gun and he ran off when security approached him. Officers caught the student a few blocks away and found a BB gun in his backpack. .The student will be charged for carrying a weapon on school grounds and making threats.

Boston Police search for suspect in recent assault and battery incidents

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

Boston Police are searching for a suspect in connection with two recent assault and battery incidents.Police say the incidents took place Tuesday morning in the area of 450 Brookline Avenue and 80 Francis Street.The suspect is described as a male who is about 6 feet tall with a thin build and dark facial hair. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, dark blue pants, and dark colored sneakers.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 617-343-4275.Those who wish to assist the investigation anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1 (800) 494-TIPS or by texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463).

Battenfeld: Maura Healey hobnobbing with Washington elites again

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

Has Gov. Maura Healey caught Potomac fever already?The new Democratic governor has been hobnobbing with Washington elites and increasing her national exposure at least four times since taking office in January.Is it really that boring being a stay-at-home governor in Boston? Is Healey going to turn into another Mitt Romney, who had barely started his first gubernatorial term before running for president?The frequent out-of-state trips are an early sign that Healey may be more interested in her national ambitions or running for U.S. Senate than staying for another term in Massachusetts.While there don’t appear to be any openings in 2024, Healey certainly is young enough to wait another four years before laying the groundwork for a national campaign – either as president or vice president.Healey is also close enough to President Biden that the former Massachusetts attorney general would be considered for a Biden administration appointment to the Justice Department.The new governor’s f...

Ex-Patriots scout, Senior Bowl executive Jim Nagy reviews Patriots’ 2023 draft class

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

When it comes to evaluating the Patriots’ draft, it’s tough to find anyone with a better credential than a former scout.Jim Nagy, executive director at the Senior Bowl and a former scout with the Patriots and Seahawks, has studied several hundred prospects over the past 12 months, including most of the players the Pats drafted last week. Nagy did not scout first-round rookie cornerback Christian Gonzalez or sixth-round receiver Kayshon Boutte, both true juniors, too heavily. But their other drafted rookies, from second-round pass rusher Keion White to new punter Bryce Baringer, were all on his radar.Nagy recently spoke with the Herald about the Patriots’ draft class. The following Q&A has been edited for clarity and brevity.Q: What is your overall impression of the Patriots’ draft class?Nagy: “They addressed special teams, they got a couple of really versatile pieces on defense, they got a guy (Troy offensive lineman Jake Andrews) they feel like is ...

Building up: How Legos have helped Orioles rookie Gunnar Henderson ‘decompress’ through early-season struggles

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

For Gunnar Henderson, “Star Wars” Legos aren’t only a way to compete with Orioles prospect Colton Cowser, though their 2023 race is set to begin soon. They’ve also helped Baltimore’s prized rookie put his mind at ease amid a relatively slow start to his first full major league season.Hits have been hard to come by for Henderson, a 21-year-old infielder who began this year as baseball’s unanimous top prospect and a favorite to be American League Rookie of the Year. That’s why many nights, he’s found himself piecing together a Lego Imperial Star Destroyer.“Everybody has their own way to decompress, and it’s just something that just kind of gets your mind off everything,” Henderson said. “You just go back home, build for a little bit, and then eventually you come out with something fully made. It’s definitely different, but I enjoy it.”Modeling the triangular spaceship from the opening scene of the fran...

As Chicago Cubs prospect Ben Brown earns a promotion to Triple A, their organizational starting pitching depth is being tested

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya smiled at the mention of right-hander Ben Brown.“He’s nasty,” Amaya said.Amaya caught all four of Brown’s starts at Double-A Tennessee before the Chicago Cubs promoted the 6-foot-6 right-hander to Triple-A Iowa over the weekend. Brown posted an 0.45 ERA in 20 innings at Double A, surrendering just one earned run while totaling 30 strikeouts and only six walks.“Awesome dude,” Amaya said. “He trusts his stuff, he attacks the zone and goes after hitters. That’s why he’s having success.”Brown, acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies at the trade deadline last year for reliever David Robertson, has quickly positioned himself to earn a call-up. Before he gets to that point, the Cubs wanted to get a better understanding of where he is in his development by moving him up to Iowa. The “enhanced-grip” baseballs Major League Baseball is testing in the Double-A Southern League have noticeab...

Tigers sweep split doubleheader at Comerica Park, Mets now lose 8 of last 10 games

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

DETROIT — When the top of the fifth inning began, the Mets were behind 4-2. One sudden downpour, two outfield errors and a Francisco Lindor home run later, the sun was out and the Mets were on top 5-4.But then the stormclouds returned and the sky darkened once again, almost as though it was an ominous foretelling of the Mets’ eventual fate. Adam Ottavino blew a save in the first game and Max Scherzer (2-2) failed to get out of the fourth inning in the second game of a doubleheader, and the Detroit Tigers swept the doubleheader Wednesday at Comerica Park.The Mets (16-15) fell to the Tigers 6-5 in the first game and 8-1 in the second. They’ve now lost eight of their last 10.Scherzer made his first start since April 19, when he was ejected after three shutout innings against the Los Angeles Dodgers for a sticky substance. That ejection carried a 10-game suspension and while Scherzer said he came into the game feeling great physically after the long layoff, it didnR...

‘23 Infiniti Q50 delivers useable upscale sedan

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

In 2023, the Infiniti footprint continues to escape the Nissan-like vehicle comparisons and explodes with the Q50. As Infiniti continues to deliver “better-than Nissan” vehicles, the Q50 is nothing Nissan-like.The Q50, Infiniti’s 5-seater sedan, starting at $42K for their entry level model, boasts a 3.0L twin-turbo 6-cylinder gas engine, paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission. Delivering 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. Its Nissan counterpart, the Altima, boasts a 2.5L 4-cylinder gas engine and CVT transmission with 188 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. With weighing only 500 pounds more than the Altima, the gas mileage is significantly less than the Altima; 10 mpg less coming in at 23.1 mpg combined on our test.What stood out the most for me on the Q50 was the style and usage. The exterior had a great appearance and one that was very upscale. The illuminated logo on the front grille was nice and very german-like as the upscale brand for Nissan Motor Co. continues to ...

Volkswagen sees sales slump in China, vows rebound this year

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:59:40 GMT

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Volkswagen profits fell 30% in the first three months of the year despite booming business in Europe and North America because sales dropped in China, where the German automaker is facing increasing competition from homegrown models. After-tax profit fell to 4.7 billion euros ($5.2 billion) from 6.7 billion euros in the first quarter of last year, the Wolfsburg-based company said Thursday. The number of vehicles sold rose 7.5%, to 2.04 million. Revenue jumped by 21.5%, to 76.2 billion euros, as VW saw strong demand and increased pricing power — meaning the willingness of customers to shell out more for its cars. However, the company sold 14.5% fewer vehicles in China, the world’s largest car market, where competitors such as BYD are rapidly developing new electric and hybrid vehicles at competitive price points and competing with foreign brands. BYD Auto, owned by battery maker BYD Co., edged ahead of Tesla in total 2022 sales at 1.9 million vehicles....