si Amber Alert issued for missing 9-year-old boy in upstate New York: state police By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:09:44 +0000 Gustavo Oliveira was last seen near Tallow Wood Drive in Clifton Park around 1 a.m. with his father, 41-year-old Nivaldo Oliveira, police said. Full Article
si Google parent company scraps ‘Smart City’ project amid coronavirus crisis By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:32:21 +0000 Google parent Alphabet has scrapped its plans to develop a futuristic “Smart City” on the Toronto waterfront over privacy concerns and economic uncertainty brought on by the coronavirus pandemic Full Article
si SEE IT: Gov. Cuomo approves of Robert De Niro playing him, gives his best ‘Taxi Driver’ impression By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:14:23 +0000 Gov. Cuomo is down with Robert De Niro portraying him in a movie about the coronavirus pandemic, should there be one, and he also took a moment to play the role of the Manhattan-born actor. Full Article
si HOMETOWN HELPERS Like mother, like daughter: This dynamic duo helps feed homebound NYC seniors during COVID-19 crisis By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 20:47:47 +0000 “We’ve learned to assist each other, to help each other and listen,” said Magda Melendez, Citymeals warehouse distribution manager. “We leave aside the mother-daughter relationship and cooperate like best friends.” Full Article
si Chris Cornell’s widow fires back at Soundgarden members in escalating legal war, says they’re tying to ‘browbeat’ her into giving up music By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 22:40:30 +0000 Chris Cornell’s widow is firing back at her husband’s Soundgarden bandmates, calling the lawsuit they filed against her Wednesday an attempt to “browbeat” her into giving up “copyrighted works.” Full Article
si Ohio State to pay almost $41 million to 162 alleged sexual assault victims of university doctor By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 23:51:13 +0000 Ohio State University will pay about $41 million to settle a dozen lawsuits by 162 men alleging sexual abuse by a team doctor, Richard Strauss. Full Article
si Andrew Yang on attempt to cancel N.Y. presidential primary: ’Their argument just doesn’t make sense’ By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 23:53:54 +0000 “They’re still proceeding with primaries for other offices, for other races," Yang told the Daily News. Full Article
si Seminal rocker Little Richard, singer of classic “Tutti Frutti” and “Lucille,” dead at 87 By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 14:37:08 +0000 The wildly influential singer and pianist established rock ’n’ roll as a genre with just one rule — there are no rules. Full Article
si Russia holds ‘safe’ parade, Belarus packs in people, ignoring coronavirus fears By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 16:22:50 +0000 Vladimir Putin and Russia played it safe for their Victory Day parade, but Belarus. Full Article
si Get outside (but keep your distance!) at L.A.'s hidden marsh By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Mar 2020 10:00:53 -0400 Get a big breath of spring at Madrona Marsh in Torrance, while keeping people at a distance. Full Article
si Is it safe to walk, run or bike outside right now? Yes, and this is how By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 16:37:31 -0400 Many areas are closing because of crowds. Here are tips on how to safely go outdoors amid coronavirus concerns. Full Article
si Can you get an airline ticket refund due to postponed Olympics or coronavirus crisis? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 15:54:21 -0400 If you were headed to Tokyo or any other destination, here's what you must know to get a refund. It may not happen — you may get a voucher instead — but you can get some relief. Full Article
si My fave travel places are closed. I'm still (virtually) visiting By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:19:11 -0400 I ache to stay at the Metropol in Moscow, and stroll through the Louvre. For now, videos and photos will have to do. Full Article
si Coronavirus means social distancing. For flight attendants, it's suddenly easier By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 11:00:58 -0400 Social distancing — a term we've all become familiar with — has been nearly impossible to accomplish on an airplane. Until now. Full Article
si Travel the world from your easy chair with these video sites By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:01:54 -0400 Even though we're confined to home, we can still travel the world in virtual and regular reality. You'll find sumptuous videos on these sites, most of them free. Full Article
si Death Valley National Park closes to visitors By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:15:58 -0400 National parks in the West continue to close or severely scaledback services over pandemic Full Article
si Check out the Las Vegas Strip, without the 42 million visitors By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:11:24 -0400 It's hard imagining Las Vegas as a ghost town. Here's what streets look like since casino-resorts closed. Full Article
si Tourism is tanking. So RV and camper companies found business fighting COVID-19 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 09:00:09 -0400 The near total collapse of tourism has left recreational-vehicle companies — those that rent or sell RVs and the like — scrambling to survive. Full Article
si Griffith Park trails, U.S. Forest campgrounds closed. Here's which Southern California parks are safe to visit By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 11:45:08 -0400 Public officials press for more social distancing as many beaches and public spaces close amid the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
si Travelers need not worry about Real ID and authorization to visit Europe — for now By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 1 Apr 2020 08:00:22 -0400 The deadline for Real ID has been postponed for a year and the need for paperwork to visit 26 European countries is also delayed. Full Article
si Joshua Tree National Park closes to all visitors over coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 1 Apr 2020 11:53:53 -0400 The park closed indefinitely to all visitors Wednesday amid the coronavirus pandemic. It earlier had closed campgrounds and access roads into the park but allowed walkers and cyclists to enter. Full Article
si I'm a flight attendant. My co-workers are starting to test positive for coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:00:05 -0400 More than 100 flight attendants on one airline have tested positive for the coronavirus. Have airlines done enough? Full Article
si California poppy bloom tempts visitors to break coronavirus stay-at-home order By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 16:02:45 -0400 A bloom of California poppies springs up in the Antelope Valley,enticing visitors stuck at home. But the live cam is your best bet, officials say. Full Article
si Adam Gase impression steals the show in Frank Caliendo’s parody video of NFL coaches getting their 2020 schedules By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:07:39 +0000 Adam Gase eyeing Gang Green’s 2020 schedule is the highlight of comedian Frank Caliendo’s latest parody video featuring one of his favorite topics ... the NFL. Full Article
si Yankees president Randy Levine is beating the drum for baseball’s return By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 19:32:50 +0000 Levine is making the rounds to make the case for baseball in the time of the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
si Former ABA commissioner Mike Storen, dad of ESPN’s Hannah Storm, dies at 84 By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 13:36:20 +0000 Known for his hearty laugh and creative mind, Storen rose to executive spots in basketball, football, baseball and tennis during a four-decade career in sports. Full Article
si Adam Gase impression steals the show in Frank Caliendo’s parody video of NFL coaches getting their 2020 schedules By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:07:39 +0000 Adam Gase eyeing Gang Green’s 2020 schedule is the highlight of comedian Frank Caliendo’s latest parody video featuring one of his favorite topics ... the NFL. Full Article
si Capitals dump Brendan Leipsic for trashing women and teammates in leaked private chat By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 17:17:50 +0000 Brendan Leipsic talked his way out of a job. Full Article
si Ohio State to pay almost $41 million to 162 alleged sexual assault victims of university doctor By www.nydailynews.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 23:51:13 +0000 Ohio State University will pay about $41 million to settle a dozen lawsuits by 162 men alleging sexual abuse by a team doctor, Richard Strauss. Full Article
si Beleaguered UCLA defensive coordinator Jerry Azzinaro signs one-year, $700,000 contract By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 19:44:57 -0500 UCLA defensive coordinator Jerry Azzinaro's new contract calls for him to earn $650,000 in base salary and talent fee in 2020 Full Article
si UCLA, University of California ask judge to reject ex-soccer coach's subpoena request By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 20:24:38 -0500 Attorneys for UCLA and University of California want to block a subpoena request made Jorge Salcedo, an ex-soccer coach implicated in the admissions scandal. Full Article
si UCLA hires Johnny Nansen, a longtime USC assistant, as defensive line coach By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 20:29:52 -0500 Johnny Nansen, a victim of USC's recent purge of defensive assistant coaches under Clay Helton, has found a landing spot across town with the Trojans' archrival. Full Article
si UCLA is focusing on hoops, not hype, heading into crosstown rivalry game with USC By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 21:24:02 -0500 A seven-game win streak and a first-place standing has brought a lot of attention to UCLA's basketball team. But the Bruins' focus on their game against USC on Saturday. Full Article
si Pac-12 basketball tournament starts, but there's something missing By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 17:25:14 -0400 The Pac-12 men's basketball tournament began Wednesday in Las Vegas amid coronavirus concerns. UCLA and other schools opted not to send bands. Full Article
si UCLA athletic director: 'No question' Pac-12 made right decision to cancel tournament By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:19:19 -0400 UCLA athletic director Dan Guerrero speculated the NCAA could decide Thursday whether it would stage its national basketball tournament. Full Article
si Former UCLA gymnast Danusia Francis believes postponed Olympics will be even better By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 19:24:03 -0400 Former UCLA gymnast Danusia Francis is looking forward to "another year to get stronger, another year to get more confidence" amid the Olympics postponement. Full Article
si Pac-12 extends its coronavirus suspension of athletic activities By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 14:19:32 -0400 The Pac-12 announced on Monday it is extending its suspension of all athletic activities until May 31 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
si Chris Smith's decision to go to NBA or return to UCLA shrouded in uncertainty By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 20:32:26 -0400 UCLA guard Chris Smith's decision whether to turn pro is uncertain. Full Article
si Ed O'Bannon overcame injury and adversity to lead UCLA to 1995 NCAA title By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 6 Apr 2020 14:14:34 -0400 From the archives: How Ed O'Bannon didn't let a torn knee ligament stop him from propelling UCLA to its 11th NCAA title win in 1995. Full Article
si NFL draft: Clemson's Isaiah Simmons can tackle any position on defense By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 9 Apr 2020 08:00:04 -0400 A positionless wonder out of Clemson, Isaiah Simmons has played edge rusher, linebacker, cornerback and safety. He might be the most NFL-ready player in the draft. Full Article
si Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor has answers for NFL draft questions By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 14:00:38 -0400 NFL draft scouts question the all-around ability of Wisconsin Jonathan Taylor, but the running back has NFL speed and size. Full Article
si Former UCLA soccer coach Jorge Salcedo to plead guilty in college admissions scandal By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 11:07:42 -0400 Jorge Salcedo, an ex-UCLA soccer coach charged in the admission of two students for bribes, will plead guilty to conspiring to commit racketeering. Full Article
si Cutting college sports programs is a possibility amid economic downturn By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 19:39:44 -0400 A proposal that would allow Division I sports teams to be cut amid the coronavirus crisis has created concern among coaches and athletics officials. Full Article
si Former UCLA linebacker Tyree Thompson granted sixth year of eligibility By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:29:34 -0400 Tyree Thompson has been granted a sixth year of eligibility and will finish his college career at Buffalo. He started every game for UCLA in 2018. Full Article
si Fire at bedsit - Abbey Wood By www.london-fire.gov.uk Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 08:59:02 +0100 Four fire engines were at the scene Full Article
si Fire at landfill site - Rainham By www.london-fire.gov.uk Published On :: Thu, 23 Apr 2020 13:45:03 +0100 Firefighters attend fire at landfill site Full Article
si Small fire in kitchen - Sidcup By www.london-fire.gov.uk Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:06:41 +0100 Firefighters are warning Londoners not to leave cooking unattended Full Article
si Fire at electrical substation - South Kensington By www.london-fire.gov.uk Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 09:15:55 +0100 A 25 metre cordon was put in place as a precaution Full Article
si Fire at public house - Sidcup By www.london-fire.gov.uk Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 09:49:31 +0100 The Brigade's 999 Control Officers took 13 calls to the fire Full Article
si Paula Kelly, Emmy-nominated actress, dancer and singer, dies at 77 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:19:46 -0500 Nominated for an Emmy for "Night Court" and co-starred with Shirley MacLain in "Sweet Charity" Full Article