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Bridge: May 29, 2023

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

“If you don’t think too good, try not to think too much.” — wisdom attributed to the late Yogi Berra.Today’s declarer looked too deeply into the play of a slam, or maybe not deeply enough. At 6NT he won the first diamond in dummy and pondered how to attack the clubs. Taking the ace, then leading to the jack would cost if East had a low singleton, but a first-round finesse with the jack would lose only if West had a singleton queen.So South led the deuce of clubs to his jack at Trick Two — holding himself to two club tricks. The heart finesse won later, but he went down.CAN PLAY SAFESouth didn’t think too good. If the heart finesse loses, South needs four club tricks. But if East has the king of hearts, South can play safe for three club tricks.South should lead a heart to his queen at the second trick. When the finesse wins, he leads the king of clubs. If East-West played low clubs, South would lead a second club, planning to play dummy̵...

Horoscopes May 29, 2023: Annette Bening, think outside the box

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Riley Keough, 34; Melanie Brown, 48; Rupert Everett, 64; Annette Bening, 65.Riley Keough (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images) Happy Birthday: Take the initiative to finish what you start this year. How you approach life, love and happiness will make a statement about who you are and what you want. Transparency will make it difficult for anyone to mess with you. Show those watching what you can do, and leave no room for error. Think outside the box and do things your way. Your number are 5, 16, 22, 27, 31, 40, 46.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Plan your day wisely. A tight schedule executed with precision will help you maximize your skills, time and use of money. Don’t underestimate your ability to surpass expectations. Shoot for the stars and enjoy the rewards that come your way. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Keep your plans simple and within budget. A serious attitude will help you gain respect and hands-on help. Don’t be fooled by s...

Las autoridades de Venecia investigan la aparición de una mancha de color verde fluorescente en el canal

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

(CNN) — Las autoridades venecianas investigan la aparición de una mancha de agua verde fluorescente en el famoso Gran Canal este domingo por la mañana.“Esta mañana apareció una mancha de líquido verde fosforescente en el Gran Canal de Venecia, según informaron algunos residentes cerca del puente de Rialto. El prefecto ha convocado una reunión urgente con la policía para investigar el origen del líquido”, escribió en Twitter el presidente de la región del Véneto, Luca Zaia.El portavoz de la prefectura local dijo a CNN que inmediatamente tomaron muestras del agua, revisaron las cintas de vigilancia de las cámaras de seguridad y preguntaron a los pilotos de góndolas y conductores de embarcaciones locales si veían algo sospechoso, antes de convocar una reunión de urgencia para investigar la causa del agua verde, señalando que ningún grupo ecologista había reivindicado la autoría.La mancha verde se detectó por primera vez sobre las 9:30 a.m. hora local y creció lentamen...

Memorial Day in DC should be a wet one

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

Scattered showers will loom over Memorial Day in the D.C. region on Monday. Here’s what you need to know about the holiday forecast.Those with plans outdoors should bring along rain-gear and brace for scattered showers throughout the day with dry periods breaking up the rain.The rain is courtesy of a slow-moving upper-level system churning south of D.C., 7news First Alert Meteorologist Brian van de Graaff said.When it’s not raining, D.C.-area residents can expect a cloudy day.“There will be dry times to get outside, but just be prepared to dodge a shower or two,” van de Graff said.The best chance of rain is in D.C. and areas south of the District. The highest rainfall is expected south of Interstate 66, he said.The showers, though perhaps ill-timed for some commemorating the holiday, are much-needed as D.C. continues to be in a drought.Temperatures will be a bit milder than the weekend, with highs in the low to mid-70s. A Northeast wind is expected to blow th...

No esperes que las bolsas y el mercado financiero se alegren por el acuerdo sobre el techo de deuda en EE.UU.

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

Nueva York (CNN) — Se podría esperar que el mercado de valores se disparara después de que la Casa Blanca y los republicanos de la Cámara de Representantes alcanzaran un acuerdo provisional para elevar el techo de la deuda, pero los mercados pueden tener otros planes.El mercado de valores, en su mayor parte, ha estado ignorando los graves riesgos asociados al impago de la deuda por parte de Estados Unidos. Incluso si el Congreso aprueba un proyecto de ley para elevar el techo de la deuda y el presidente Joe Biden lo firma, podrían pasar meses antes de que las acciones y otros mercados financieros pasen a la acción.“Una de las preocupaciones que tengo es que incluso en el período previo a un acuerdo, cuando éste se produzca, puede haber una angustia sustancial en los mercados financieros”, dijo la semana pasada la Secretaria del Tesoro, Janet Yellen.“Estamos viendo sólo los comienzos de ello”, dijo, refiriéndose a la volatilidad de los mercados de accion...

Hays’ tiebreaking single helps Orioles avoid sweep with 3-2 win over Rangers

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

BALTIMORE (AP) — Frustrated after losing two straight at home, the Baltimore Orioles won another close game to regain some of the momentum they had before the Texas Rangers came to town.Austin Hays singled in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning to cap a three-hit performance, and Baltimore squeezed past Texas 3-2 on Sunday to avert a three-game sweep.After winning three in a row at Toronto and taking two of three at Yankee Stadium, the Orioles were outscored 17-5 by Texas in the first two games of the series. They entered the finale in danger of being swept for the first time this season.Instead, Baltimore got a much-needed victory.“It’s a great win,” manager Brandon Hyde said. “It’s always tough to get swept.”The Orioles could have fallen apart after Texas tied the game in the eighth. But they bounced back to improve to 10-6 in one-run games and clinch a winning record in May after negotiating a month that included Atlanta, Tampa Bay, the Angel...

Las 5 cosas que debes saber este 29 de mayo: Rusia intensifica los ataques a Kyiv con drones iraníes

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

Ucrania lanza advertencia a Irán. El acuerdo sobre el techo de la deuda en EE.UU. Erdogan gana la segunda vuelta presidencial en Turquía. Migrantes haitianos duermen en carpas en las calles de Ciudad de México. Esto es lo que debes saber para comenzar el día. Primero la verdad.1. ¿Por qué Rusia se esfuerza en atacar Kyiv?La capital de Ucrania fue atacada el domingo con más de 50 aviones no tripulados, la mayoría destruidos por las defensas aéreas, según las autoridades. Se trató del decimocuarto día de mayo en que Kyiv ha sido blanco de ataques con drones, muchos de ellos de fabricación iraní. ¿Por qué Rusia se empeña en obtener ganancias tan limitadas? Análisis de Tim Lister.Rusia intensifica su ataque contra Ucrania 4:292. Esto contiene el acuerdo sobre el techo de la deudaTras varias semanas de tensas negociaciones, el presidente de Estados Unidos, Joe Biden, y los republicanos de la Cámara de Representantes alcanzaron un principio de acuerdo para elevar el techo de la deuda y li...

Denver weather: Memorial Day showers and storms

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Sunny skies are here for most of Memorial Day with afternoon clouds and the chance for a spotty shower or storm.Weather today: Afternoon showersPlenty of sunshine early in the day will help highs climb into the lower 80s with a light wind. Spotty showers and an isolated storm are possible in the afternoon. Here’s what to do if you’re bitten by a rattlesnake Weather tonight: Clear and mildClouds from evening showers clear overnight with comfortable lows in the low 50s. Winds are also light tonight.Looking ahead: Storm chances continueTuesday is back in the low 80s for highs with a slightly better chance for afternoon and evening storms. Storms will be stronger out across the plains. Wednesday is another day with highs in the low 80s with morning sunshine and afternoon showers and storms.Thursday and Friday are closer to seasonal averages in the middle 70s. Storm chances also slightly increase though the end of the week, mainly focused during the afternoon and eveni...

Memorial Day Forecast

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

As we remember those who fought for our freedom and make plans on this Memorial Day, to please stay hydrated, if spending time outdoors. It is going to be generally dry and Summery. Temperatures expected to climb into the low 90’s in some areas and feeling hotter when you combine the high humidity. The pattern changes mid-week as we will be between two lows, so we will be increasing our chance of seeing scattered storms mainly in the afternoon and evening. However, with more available moisture in the air late week, numerous showers and storms are likely. Most models are going with wetter times from Thursday through Saturday. Have a wonderful day South Florida and make it a safe one! Vivian GonzalezMeteorologist, AMS Certified WSVN Channel 7

Russia launches fresh attacks on Kyiv after barrage of missiles and drones overnight

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:57:18 GMT

KYIV — Ukraine’s capital Kyiv came under fresh Russian attacks Monday after facing heavy missile and drone attacks over the weekend. The attacks Monday morning mark the first daytime assault over the capital in months. Russia launched up to 40 cruise missiles over Ukraine from strategic bombers stationed in the Caspian Sea, according to Ukraine’s air defense forces. The nation’s air defense forces reported shooting down most of the Russian weapons, including 37 missiles and 30 drones in five hours.Kyiv Mayor Vitaly Klitschko reported about 40 enemy targets being shot down over Kyiv alone overnight. Monday morning’s attacks came at a time when Kyiv’s streets were full of people going to work and schools. Debris hit busy roads in the capital’s downtown and residential districts, Klitschko said in a Telegram statement. The attacks came a day after another major Russian bombardment just as Kyiv was marking the anniversary of its official founding 1,54...