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Sacrifice and togetherness fuels Fiji’s Rugby World Cup run. It has even enchanted King Charles III

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

Sacrifice and camaraderie have been the guiding principles for Fiji’s players in their bid to make history at the Rugby World Cup.They were together, arm in arm, back in July on a rainy and windy afternoon in Sigatoka, a town on the main island of Viti Levu, when they trudged 100 meters up a hill through wet sand early in a grueling World Cup training camp.They were together when the Flying Fijians — as they are fondly known — marked their arrival in France by gathering on a stage in the center of a town in Bordeaux’s suburbs to sing for the locals and later got in a huddle to sing a hymn, “Au Rai Vei Kemuni,” for King Charles III during the monarch’s state visit.They were together when bouncing back from a cruel opening loss to Wales to beat Australia for the first time in 69 years, underscoring their billing as a potential surprise package at the Rugby World Cup.And they were together when they helped teammate Josua Tuisova grieve after he was told his 7-year-old son, Tito, ...

Man United great Rooney hired as Birmingham City manager

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Manchester United and England great Wayne Rooney was appointed manager of Birmingham City on Wednesday.Rooney, who left his position as coach of MLS team D.C. United on Sunday, has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract. “My job is to elevate the club to the next level and I can’t wait to get started,” Rooney said. “I know what the expectations are and our job is to deliver.”Birmingham is currently in sixth place in England’s second division. It parted ways with former manager John Eustace on Monday, leading to speculation of Rooney being hired as his replacement.“Wayne is a born winner,” said Birmingham co-owner and chairman Tom Wagner. “We believe, with the support of his coaching staff, the club, and our supporters, he will take Blues forward on the next stage of our journey. His playing philosophy will help to realise the ambitions we have set for Birmingham City.“Wayne has been preparing for an opportunity like this since he e...

How to complain about your upcoming student loan bill

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

The return of federal student loan bills may feel like a bad dream. And if poor guidance from your servicer, an incorrect balance or other account errors keep you up at night, consider filing a complaint.Borrowers filed about 101,500 student loan complaints with the Federal Student Aid office in 2022 – more than double from 2021 – and that number is poised to increase this year as repayment starts.A student loan complaint could resolve your issue and help other borrowers in similar situations. Here are expert tips on how to make a complaint that gets results.KNOW WHEN TO COMPLAINStudent loan complaints help flag errors in the system, like discrepancies with loan payments or balances, incorrect advice from your servicer, or a wrongfully denied student loan discharge or consolidation application.Complaints generally don’t help with affordability issues. Consider an income-driven repayment plan or the 12-month student loan on-ramp if you’re struggling to pay. And if you have concerns a...

Suspect injured after shooting, pursuit with deputies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Deputies were involved in a shooting and a pursuit that ended with one suspect in the hospital.Just before 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, the Douglas County Sheriff's Office said deputies were involved in a shooting in Thornton. The sheriff's office said deputies were shot at, but it is not confirmed if they returned fire. Following the shooting, deputies pursued the vehicle. The pursuit then ended in Castle Rock. 3 stabbed at hotel shelter for families in northeast Denver SkyFOX was over the scene where a heavy police presence surrounded a 7-Eleven off of Plum Creek Parkway and Wilcox Street. From the chopper's view, a vehicle crashed through the front of the gas station. The sheriff's office said one suspect was shot and was taken to a local hospital. Another suspect was taken into custody.The sheriff's office confirmed no deputies or officers were injured in the shooting.FOX31 has a crew on the way to learn more. This story will be updated as more information becomes ava...

Could Denver see its 1st freeze this week?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver's first freeze could arrive on Friday night and last until Saturday morning, with temperatures possibly dropping to 30 degrees. It's going to be chilly once the sun goes down this weekend, here is everything you need to know about the possible first freeze.What to know about the first freezeThis won't be the first freeze for everyone. Mountain areas have already seen freezing temperatures as well as snow on the high peaks. How much snow could Denver get in October? However, the first freeze for Denver is coming right on schedule. The average first freeze occurs on Oct. 7, according to the National Weather Service.Pinpoint Weather 7-day forecast for Denver on Oct. 11The possible freeze this weekend will mostly happen along the Front Range and Interstate 25, according to Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels.Prepare plants ahead of timeIt's time to bring in your potted plants before the first freeze. If you have newly planted flowers or gardens, cover ...

Denver Broncos vs. Kansas City Chiefs: TV channel, time, what to know

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- It's week 6 of the NFL season, and the Denver Broncos are looking for their second win. Will it come Thursday night on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs?This is the Broncos' second AFC West matchup, with the prior coming in the season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders. The Broncos lost that game 17-16. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get Broncos, Nuggets, Rockies and more sports news How to watch Broncos vs. Chiefs on TV and streamingKickoff: 6:15 p.m. MTStreaming: Amazon PrimeChannel: ABCThis week is the Broncos' lone Thursday Night Football matchup as the season is currently structured. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:15 p.m., and streaming coverage starts just before then.Forecast for Broncos vs. ChiefsKansas City is expecting high temperatures in the upper 70s, but there are thunderstorms in the forecast according to FOX4.Sunset in Kansas City will be around 6:44 p.m., about 30 minutes before kickoff. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up for alerts from the Pinpoint...

Surfside officials consider ordinance to regulate citizen presentations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

In a late-night session, Surfside officials deliberated amendments to one of the town’s ordinances. The proposed ordinance, with a 3-2 vote in favor, sparked intense debate among residents and leaders.The ordinance aims to regulate meeting times by stipulating that any citizen may make one citizen’s presentation per calendar year. For additional presentations by the same individual within the same calendar year, sponsorship and approval by three or more members of the town commission at a regular meeting would be required.Opponents of the ordinance argue that it infringes on constitutional rights, labeling it as a suppression of democracy and residents’ right to speak.“This isn’t a regulation. This is suppression of democracy and a resident’s right to speak,” one resident passionately stated.Conversely, supporters contend that it will prevent unnecessary presentations aimed at targeting commissioners and instead encourage the sharing of valu...

Daniel Penny’s lawyers ask judge to dismiss case as NYC subway passengers describe fear in court filing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

(CNN) — Citing witness testimony, defense attorneys for Daniel Penny asked a New York judge to dismiss the case against the former marine accused of killing a homeless street artist on a New York City subway.Penny held 30-year-old Jordan Neely in a chokehold during a May incident when Neely entered a subway car and began shouting at passengers. Neely died soon after, and the medical examiner ruled his death a homicide.In a motion filed Friday, Penny’s attorneys cited grand jury testimony from witnesses riding the subway during the incident, one of whom believed they were “going to die,” in an effort to dismiss the charges. That unnamed witness, who said they have ridden the New York subway for six years, described the moment as “absolutely traumatizing,” court documents say.Another witness, a mother, said she took cover behind her stroller with her son to shield themselves from Neely, who was making “half-lunge movements” and within “half a foot of people,” the documents say.A grand...

Missouri man attempts pumpkin paddling world record

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — Just after 7 Monday morning, Steve Kueny started his journey across the Kansas and Missouri River inside a 1,299-pound pumpkin. He is trying to set the Guinness World record for the longest paddle in a pumpkin.In order to accomplish the feat, Keuny needs to travel 38 miles. He said his goal is to travel the 38 miles before sundown.Kueny said he grew the pumpkin himself and added a few sandbags on the floor of the pumpkin to keep himself stable.“It takes a lot of planning and also a lot of flying by the seat of your pants,” Kueny said. “I’m just a guy with a pumpkin and a whimsical sense of adventure out to have fun.”

Police ID 3rd man sought in Holyoke shooting that claimed infant’s life

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:56:42 GMT

State and local police are turning to the public for help as they work to track down a third man wanted in connection with a shooting in Holyoke last week that left a pregnant woman hospitalized and her infant dead, officials said.Kermith Alvarez, 28, of Holyoke, is being sought on a murder charge in connection with the Oct. 4 shooting on Sargent Street, according to a statement issued by the Hampden District Attorney’s Office.If you have any information about Alvarez, you are asked to contact the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit at (413) 505-5993 or the Massachusetts State Police: Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section at 1-800-KAPTURE (1-800-527-8873).Police say he should be considered armed and Dangerous.   Johnluis Sanchez, 30, of Holyoke, has been ordered held without the right to bail on a murder charge for his suspected involvement in the shooting. Alejandro Ramos, 22, of Holyoke, was also arraigned on a murder charge and is being held without the ...