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Who is Keir Starmer, the new U.K. prime minister?
London — When Keir Starmer was elected to lead Britain's Labour Party in 2020, right after the party suffered its worst general election defeat in 85 years, he made it his mission to make the party electable again. Four years later, after 14 years of governments led by the rival Conservative Party, Starmer arrived Friday at the prime minister's residence at 10 Downing Street for the first time as the man in Britain's top job.With all but two of the final results in, Labour had won a remarkable 412 of the seats in the British Parliament's 650-seat House of Commons. The...
Suspect with gun dies after shootout with Yellowstone National Park rangers
A person with a gun who authorities say was making threats in Yellowstone National Park died after a shootout with park rangers, officials said in a statement Thursday.Authorities had responded to a report of an individual with a firearm "who was making threats" at Canyon Village in the central part of the park, officials said.When the park rangers contacted the suspect, there was "an exchange of gunfire" between the person and law enforcement rangers, park officials said. The suspect died during the incident. Authorities have not released the person's identity.One law enforcement ranger was injured in the shooting, the statement said, and was taken to a hospital where the ranger is in stable condition. The FBI is leading the investigation into the incident along with support from the National Park Service, the statement said.
Man allegedly urinated in aisle on New Hampshire-bound American Airlines flight
BUFFALO – A man was arrested on Wednesday after federal authorities say he allegedly urinated in the aisle of an American Airlines flight that was headed to New Hampshire from Chicago but diverted to land in Buffalo.Neil McCarthy arrested on American Airlines flightNeil McCarthy, a 25-year-old man who is from Oregon, was arrested and charged with indecent exposure following the incident on a flight from Chicago to New Hampshire. The charge could lead to a maximum of six months in prison and a $5,000 fine.Flight diverted to Buffalo Niagra International AirportThe plane that was destined for Manchester, New Hampshire instead landed...
How to talk to your kids about climate anxiety, according to an expert
In recent weeks, flooding has put parts of Texas, Minnesota and Florida underwater, wildfires have ravaged California, and Hurricane Beryl has brought winds, rain and destruction to the Caribbean — just a few examples of the kinds of natural disasters being made more damaging or more frequent by climate change.The visible effects of climate change are stoking concern among America's youth. A 2021 study found that 59% of teens and young adults were very or extremely worried about the impact of climate change.Experts say "climate anxiety" — that feeling of doom and gloom about the future of humanity and our planet...
Here's how many calories the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest winner consumed
Another Fourth of July means another round of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest — and lots of calories consumed.Patrick Bertoletti took home the winning title Thursday by consuming 58 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes at the event on Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York. In the women's category, Miki Sudo won her 10th title, downing 51 hot dogs and buns. Last year, Joey Chestnut capped off his longtime winning streak by consuming 62 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes. This year, Chestnut was banned from the contest due to his partnership with Impossible Foods, a rival company...
Geoffrey Esper of Oxford finishes second in Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest
OXFORD – With perennial favorite Joey "Jaws" Chestnut banned from the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, Massachusetts resident Geoffrey Esper was unable to seize the opportunity to become top dog on the Fourth of July. Pat Bertoletti took home the title with 58 hot dogs, winning his first ever Mustard Yellow Belt on Thursday. Esper finished second, chowing 53 hot dogs in 10 minutes.Why wasn't Joey Chestnut competing in the hot dog contest?Chestnut was banned this year because of his partnership with rival brand Impossible Foods, which sells plant-based hot dogs. A 16-time champion, Chestnut once ate a record 76 hot dogs in 10...
Sumner Tunnel in Boston closing Thursday night for one month
BOSTON – For the second straight year, the Sumner Tunnel in Boston is closing for a lengthy renovation. When does the Sumner Tunnel close?The closure goes into effect Thursday at midnight and is scheduled to be in place until August 5.After the work is completed, the tunnel will be closed most weekends between now and mid-November. Last year, the Sumner Tunnel was closed for even longer. It was shut down for two months. Why is the Sumner Tunnel closed?MassDOT crews completed ceiling work during the 2023 closure. This time, construction crews will be ripping up the road inside the tunnel and repairing the...
Hatch recalls 1 million AC adapters because of shock hazard
Hatch is recalling nearly 1 million power adapters sold with Rest 1st Generation sound machines because their plastic housing can detach, posing an electrical shock hazard to users, the sleep device maker said in a notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. About 919,000 of the recalled products were sold nationwide, and more than 44,000 were sold in Canada, according to Palo Alto, California-based Hatch. "The plastic housing surrounding the AC power adapter supplied with some Rest 1st Generation sound machines can come off when removing the adapter from the power outlet, leaving the power prongs exposed and posing a...
Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest crowns new champion
NEW YORK - It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.Patrick Bertoletti of Chicago won the men's division with 58 hot dogs and buns. "I'm in the greatest country in the world, the greatest eating contest in the world and it's perfect, perfection," Bertoletti said.For the first time in years, the men's competition was wide open, with Joey Chestnut not competing. The competition was tight from the start in Chestnut's absence. Bertoletti, the #9 ranked eater in the world according to Major League Eating, jumped out to an early lead, followed closely by Geoffrey Esper of Oxford, Massachusetts...
Support group helps male military spouses
A dating profile caught Dana Pape's eye on a summer day in 2001. It belonged to Chris Pape, who was looking for someone to hang out, watch college football, drink beer and eat wings. Dana thought, "That sounds like me."From their first date, the two talked every day. Chris claims Dana had initially said she was a "professional in the medical industry" before coming clean that she was in the U.S. Air Force, training pilots to handle the effects of flight on the body. Dana's rationale: "I didn't know what kind of creepers were going to be out there!" Over the years,...
Lego unveils 1,497-piece "Jaws" set designed by fan
BOSTON - A new fan-designed set from Lego is celebrating the 1975 blockbuster "Jaws."The 1,497-piece kit includes the Orca boat, the famous shark and characters like sailor Sam Quint, marine biologist Matt Hooper and police chief Martin Brody. Lego also released a "brick-buster" short film showcasing its new set and included a cameo from a Steven Spielberg minifigure.How much is the Lego "Jaws" set?The set goes on sale to the public in Lego stores and online at Lego.com/Jaws on Aug. 6 for $149.99. It's recommended for ages 18 and up. The Orca boat "features a detailed cabin with a removable roof, an...
Fireworks can scare dogs. Vets explain how to calm your pet's anxiety.
While many Americans look up in awe and enjoy the booming fireworks on the Fourth of July, it can be a difficult time for dog owners and a stressful time for those pets, who may feel scared or anxious because of the fireworks and need help to calm down.The loud fireworks can easily scare pets. Data show that nearly one-in-five lost pets goes missing after being scared by loud noises, such as fireworks, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Staycee Dains with Los Angeles Animal Services told CBS Los Angeles she's concerned about shelters...
Marblehead fireworks canceled after barge fire on July 4th
MARBLEHEAD - The 4th of July fireworks celebration in Marblehead is canceled after the fireworks barge caught fire overnight.The Marblehead Fireworks & Harbor Illumination show was supposed to start at 9 p.m. Thursday. Neither the fireworks or the illumination event will happen. "There was a fire on the barge in the middle of the night," organizers said in a statement. "The Fire Marshal won't allow our vendor to perform any fireworks until determination of how the barge was able to catch fire."Barge caught fire at mouth of Marblehead HarborThe Marblehead Fire Department said just after 1:30 a.m. that there was a...
"Everything is an experiment" at this lavender farm in Holden
HOLDEN - Holden, Massachusetts is a small town in Worcester County that's becoming known for lavender.The Farm at SummitWyndsThe 32 sloping acres at The Farm at SummitWynds is perfect for growing the flower normally associated with the Mediterranean.It's a tight-knit, small family operation led by owner Amy Parker. It is astounding how much they do with a single plant and with so few people to do the work."We sell it to Seven Saws Brewing Company in Holden. They make a beer with it. We now sell it to Hardwick Winery who makes a wine with it. Golden Girls Granola makes...
Oxford man aims to win hot dog contest in Joey Chestnut's absence
OXFORD - With Joey Chestnut banned from the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest, last year's runner-up Geoffrey Esper, of Oxford, has his sights set on the top prize."Winning first place would be a goal of mine now," Esper told WBZ-TV. "It was never really a goal of mine because Joey was always there."Chestnut, a 16-time champ who once ate a record 76 hot dogs in 10 minutes, was banned this year because of his partnership with rival brand Impossible Foods, which sells plant-based hot dogs. Hot dog eating contest "going to be a battle"Esper said that even with Chestnut out,...
Boston Pops hold rehearsal ahead of 4th of July fireworks show on Esplanade
BOSTON - The Boston Pops held their rehearsal at the Hatch Shell Wednesday night ahead of the big 4th of July fireworks show on Thursday.It looked the part, and it sounded the part."It gives you the chills"It was an exciting dress rehearsal that could have passed for the real deal, and for some it might as well have been the actual 50th Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular by the moving music. But Wednesday night, the pipes were just getting plenty of practice at the dress rehearsal and it was music to the ears of some lucky onlookers."It's like seeing the whole...
Bello allows a run over 6 2/3 innings to help Red Sox beat Marlins 7-2
MIAMI - Ceddanne Rafaela tripled, doubled and drove in three runs, Brayan Bello limited Miami to a run over 6 2/3 innings and the Boston Red Sox beat the Marlins 7-2 on Wednesday night. Rafael Devers and Masataka Yoshida each had two hits and two RBIs to help the Red Sox win their third straight after a three-game slide. In his first start since June 25, Bello (8-5) gave up seven hits, walked one and struck out seven. The right-hander's previous turn was skipped to help him overcome a difficult stretch, when he dropped three of four decisions. Red Sox center fielder Jarren...
Giant lobster rolls at Boston sub shop sell for $11 for limited time
BOSTON - It's wicked fresh – and brace yourself – a Boston sub shop sold their gigantic $99 lobster rolls for just $11 for a limited time Wednesday morning."It's insane to get that big lobster roll for $11. So we had to get it, we had to get it," exclaimed one patron.$11 for the "U.S.S. Lobstitution"Another bystander's jaw dropped at a sheer glance of the so-called "U.S.S. Lobstitution.""I cannot believe the size of that. That's amazing… is that REAL," the man questioned.Oh, it's real, and some people waited outside of Pauli's North End bright and early for a chance to...
As Hurricane Beryl heads to Jamaica, Jamaicans in Massachusetts watch and wait
BOSTON - With Jamaica in Hurricane Beryl's path, Bostonians who grew up on the island are worried about family and friends at home. People like Ernie Campbell, who owns Boston's Jamaican Mi Hungry and whose 80-year-old mother still lives in Jamiaca."The best thing we sell is rice, beans, plantains, jerk chicken - it's called The Classic," Campbell said.Local Jamaicans keep an eye on Hurricane BerylThis Jamaican comfort food tastes like home for Campbell, and he's thinking about his family now more than ever."We try to do what we can for the family," said Campbell."It's going to be a lot of...
John O'Keefe's brother speaks about Karen Read mistrial in first interview
DEDHAM – John O'Keefe's brother spoke exclusively to WBZ-TV on Wednesday about Karen Read and what his family endured during the high-profile Massachusetts murder case that ended in a mistrial. Paul O'Keefe said "we know what happened," and believes his brother's death is being overshadowed by what he described as the "Karen Read show."Read is accused of hitting and killing John O'Keefe, a Boston police officer, with her SUV and leaving him to die during a snowstorm outside a Canton home in January 2022. Read's attorneys argue she is the victim of a coverup and is being framed by several...
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