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Instead of a robot apocalypse, Skynet may just want to bring us ice cream
BALTIMORE — There’s a lot of hysteria about artificial intelligence becoming too intelligent. Mystics and philosophers have seen visions of robots taking over the world. Before we become overwhelmed by theories about the technological apocalypse, have we considered robots may simply want to bring us ice cream instead of destruction?
Zay Flowers says NFL rivals ‘gotta worry’ with Derrick Henry joining Lamar Jackson in Baltimore Ravens backfield
THE Baltimore Ravens already boasted one of the NFL's most dominant offenses, but they got much scarier this offseason. In one of the best moves of free agency, the Ravens signed running back Derrick Henry as their newest ball carrier. The Ravens already had a dominant running game, not from...
Competitors gorge on ice cream in South Mountain Creamery eating contest
Competitors at an ice cream eating contest at South Mountain Creamery in Middletown on Saturday had to eat 10 scoops, plus a lot more. The five scoops of vanilla and five scoops of birthday cake ice cream were topped with crumbled brownie, Froot Loops cereal, chocolate chips, gummy animals, sprinkles, whipped cream, and caramel and chocolate sauces. Each portion weighed an estimate five to six ...
Payroll implications of the Orioles buying at the trade deadline
It has been a long time since the Orioles have been subject to MLB's luxury tax. Nearly 25 years, in fact. First implemented in the 1996 CBA, the Orioles led the league in luxury tax dollars paid between 1997-1999, forking over $10.6 million in total. Just 8 teams were forced to pay the tax in that timeframe, with the Yankees being the only other organization to contribute more than $3 million.
Cano gets his season back on track
Orioles right-handed reliever Yennier Cano is a pretty important pitcher in the Baltimore bullpen. He has three saves this season but has made most of his appearances as a setup man in the eighth inning. While some numbers for him are not as good as last season when he was...
Roquan Smith played a key role in Ravens signing Eddie Jackson
Once Eddie Jackson started getting linked with a move to Baltimore, you instinctively knew that Roquan Smith would factor in the decision. After all, Smith and Jackson were Chicago Bears teammates from 2018 to 2022. And the NFL is just like every other job search process—sometimes, you just have to have the right references. With training camp opening up on Saturday, Smith met the media, and a reporter asked if he could put in a good word for Jackson with General Manager Eric DeCosta. “Yes, I always tell the truth,” he answered. Jackson, who signed a one-year deal, is not the same player as...
Nittoli hoping to stay with Orioles in latest baseball stop
ARLINGTON, Texas – Reliever Vinny Nittoli has become a collector of baseball memorabilia. He didn’t set out to make it a hobby. His professional career led him to it. “In my man cave I have probably every hat from every team,” he said yesterday afternoon from the visiting clubhouse at Globe Life Field. “It’s been like 30 with minor leagues and major leagues.”
Downtown church's annual block party offers fun, information
Tents and tables lined West All Saints Street in Frederick on Saturday, part of the annual Community Block Party hosted by the city’s Asbury United Methodist Church. The church has hosted the block party since 2012, and the event has grown by “leaps and bounds,” said Nina Rollins, one of the organizers. Rollins said this year’s event featured 128 organizations providing a variety of services. ...
Ravens players reported in to camp just a day away from practice
OWINGS MILLS, Md (DC News Now) – Ravens veterans reported into the team facilities in Owings Mills Saturday morning. This will mark the unofficial start to the training camp portion of the season as the team will hold their first practice Sunday at 1:20 p.m. The Ravens are coming off a great 2023 campaign, winning […]
Virginia roommates O’Ferrall, Anderson together again with Orioles
Seemed only fitting that former Virginia stars Griff O’Ferrall and Ethan Anderson were seated together in Baltimore Orioles uniforms for their first interview post college careers. O’Ferrall, rated the top shortstop in college baseball this past season, was selected as the 32nd pick of the Major League Baseball draft,...
Vance Honeycutt Will Be a Superstar on the Baltimore Orioles
With the 2024 MLB Draft officially completed, we can begin to get a sense of what prospects landed in the perfect place. There were surprises and home run picks made. Looking at the first round, numerous names landed in places we expected and others fell or advanced up the draft board unexpectedly. Looking at the 22nd pick in this year’s draft, a perfect combination of player and farm system joined in unison.
Ravens initial 90-man roster arranged by uniform number ahead of training camp
The Baltimore Ravens have officially reported to the Under Armour Performance Center for the start of training camp with the first practice scheduled for Sunday morning. There will be starting jobs and roster spots up for grabs, which should make for some intriguing position battles throughout camp and the preseason.
Jackson Holliday Responds After 2 HR Performance
A disappointing 10-game stint to start his MLB career hasn’t swayed MLB’s No. 1 prospect, Jackson Holliday, from a return to the Baltimore Orioles in 2024. He opened the second half of the Triple-A season with a two home run performance, including one on the first pitch of the game.
List: Roads closed, parking restricted in DC as Benjamin Netanyahu visits
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) encourages drivers to plan ahead when traveling in the District this week as a dignitary visit from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prompts road closures and restrictions. MPD said multiple roads will be closed from July 21 to July 27, and some parking restrictions will […]
Cookin’ up kudos: RAMMYS Gala celebrates with flair and flavor
WASHINGTON — In a night filled with glamour and gastronomy, the 42nd Annual RAMMY Awards Gala recognized top culinary talents and innovative concepts, with winners chosen by both an anonymous panel of judges and the public. The awards ceremony was held Sunday night at the Walter E. Washington Convention...
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