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Australia’s 1-0 opening win at the Women’s World Cup gives a record crowd something to cheer about

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

SYDNEY (AP) — Matildas supporters streamed toward Sydney’s Central Station chanting “Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi!” in the hours before Women’s World Cup co-host Australia kicked off against Ireland.The mood remained buoyant as a sea of yellow and green filled Stadium Australia at Sydney Olympic Park, becoming part of the biggest crowd ever for a women’s soccer match in Australia, announced at 75,784 on Thursday.“Who wouldn’t want to be here for the first match?” asked Katie Lynn, who traveled from Adelaide, 850 miles (1,370 kilometers) away, with girlfriend Jasmine Williamson. “I have not been to a sporting event this big before. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity.”Williamson summed up the mood perfectly: “People that aren’t even football fans are interested.”Sydney’s famed sporting atmosphere seemed subdued in the days leading up to the match. But game day brought out the fans, including a man dressed in a kangaroo costume who identified himself only as “Skippy.”“Just coming ...

Manassas schools finalize Jennie Dean replacement

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

This article was written by WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today.Manassas City Public Schools have settled on a design for the new Jennie Dean Elementary School, with plans to break ground at the start of 2025.On Tuesday, School Board Chair Suzanne Seaberg announced that the division had selected Arlington-based RRMM Architects for the project. The company will use a prototype design used for Hardy Elementary School in Smithfield.Crews will break ground on the building at some point in 2025, and the new school will be ready for the start of the 2026-27 school year. According to Seaberg, the hope is that work will begin on school at the start of 2025.The building will go up adjacent to the current Dean school, which will remain intact for the time being as officials decide whether to attempt to repurpose it or possibly tear it down. Cost estimates for making the necessary renovations...

Live updates | Mostly good scores early at challenging par-3 17th at British Open

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

SO FAR SO GOOD FOR MOST PLAYERS AT 17TH HOLEHOYLAKE, England (AP) — The much-hyped par-3 17th hole was producing more good scores than bad through the opening round of the British Open.The 136-yard hole at Royal Liverpool was redesigned to add drama to the tournament this year, challenging players with an elevated green well protected by steep slopes and deep bunkers.There were seven birdies and only one score of double bogey or worse at the hole early in the opening round. Lucas Herbert had a triple bogey, with his troubles starting after his tee shot went into the rough to left of the green. He found the deep right-side bunker from there and needed two shots to get out before two-putting.The wind wasn’t blowing too hard, making it easier for players.Bryson DeChambeau and Wyndham Clark were among the players who challenged the internal out-of-bounds boundary that cuts into the fairway at the third hole, with both hitting shots that went well left — away from the out-of-bounds troub...

Cass: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — ST. LOUIS (AP) — Cass Information Systems Inc. (CASS) on Thursday reported second-quarter earnings of $7.1 million.The St. Louis-based company said it had net income of 52 cents per share.The invoice and payment management company posted revenue of $48.2 million in the period.Cass shares have fallen 15% since the beginning of the year. The stock has risen almost 9% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on CASS at https://www.zacks.com/ap/CASSSource

A new cricket league is underway in the busy US sports market. Organizers believe it can stick

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas (AP) — “Deep in the Heart of Texas” blared from the speakers during a timeout a few days into the debut of a U.S. professional cricket league near Dallas.Fans waved the flags of the Texas Super Kings and the LA Knight Riders, with some wearing the jerseys of their favorite countries or clubs overseas. A couple had ballcaps of two of the biggest brands in the United States — the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys and Major League Baseball’s New York Yankees.This unusual confluence comes during the debut of Major League Cricket, which is hoping to find a foothold for one of the world’s most popular sports in a sports-mad country that knows little about the “other” bat-and-ball game.Because of a willing partner happy to see a fading minor league baseball stadium turned into one of the few legitimate cricket pitches in the country, the league made its start in Texas, famous for the Friday night lights of high school football. The 7,000-seat stadium is in Grand P...

Badger Meter: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

MILWAUKEE (AP) — MILWAUKEE (AP) — Badger Meter Inc. (BMI) on Thursday reported second-quarter profit of $22.5 million.The Milwaukee-based company said it had net income of 76 cents per share.The results exceeded Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of three analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 67 cents per share.The manufacturer of products that measure gas and water flow posted revenue of $175.9 million in the period, also beating Street forecasts. Three analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $158.7 million.Badger Meter shares have climbed 34% since the beginning of the year. The stock has increased 76% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BMI at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BMISource

American Airlines rides travel boom to $1.3 billion profit in the second quarter as fuel prices drop

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

DALLAS (AP) — American Airlines is reporting a $1.34 billion profit for the second quarter, boosted by strong ticket sales and a huge drop in the price of jet fuel and the airline raised its profit expectations for the year.Revenue rose 5% to a quarterly record of $14.06 billion. International travel in particular is picking up, and that is helping American, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Thanks to lower fuel prices, the carrier’s spending at the pump plunged 32%, saving the American about $1.3 billion compared with a year earlier.That was partly offset, however, by labor costs that are rising and will soon increase much more rapidly. American recently agreed with union negotiators on a new labor contract that would raise pilot pay by more than 41% over four years. The two sides are now renegotiating after pilots at United got a better deal. The Allied Pilots Association, which represents crews at American, valued the previous deal at $8.3 billion over four years, and im...

Take a piece of Casa Bonita home; restaurant launches online store

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — While you wait for the official reopening of Casa Bonita, you can have a piece of the iconic pink castle delivered right to your door. The restaurant has opened an online merch store.The "El Mercado at Casa Bonita" store is selling souvenirs from T-shirts to hats to salsas and sauces.What can you buy?Fans of the Colorado institution can show off their Casa Bonita pride with an array of products. Here are some pieces that are available for purchase and how much they are going for:T-shirts with Casa Bonita font and building - $29.95Bandana - $7.95Neck gaiter - $21.95Dad and trucker hats - $29.95Stickers - $4.95Shot glass - $7.95Tortilla warmer - $19.95Water bottle - $19.95If you are just dying to get your hands on one of Casa Bonita's cocktails or savor the flavor of their salsa mixes, but you don't want to wait for the reopening, the restaurant has you covered.The online store is selling a margarita, green bloody and Michelada mixer for fans 21 years old and older. Ca...

Castle Rock terror suspect due in court Thursday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (KDVR) — Davin Meyer, the 18-year-old from Castle Rock who was arrested on terror charges is due in federal court Thursday.Meyer is scheduled for a detention hearing. Detention hearings involve the presentation of evidence so a judge can decide if there is reason for the suspect to continue to be held in custody or be released on bond.Meyer was arrested at Denver International Airport on July 14. He was taken into custody by the FBI just as he was about to board an international flight to Turkey. Local Muslim leader says Castle Rock man violated code According to prosecutors, Meyer had pledged an oath of allegiance to the leader of ISIS. He’s charged with intending to serve as a fighter for the terror group in Iraq.In November of 2022, Meyer allegedly began communicating with someone he thought was working for ISIS. Instead, it turned out to be an FBI agent working undercover.Meyer is due in court at 10 a.m. Thursday morning.

More Heat & Saharan Dust on the way

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:29:25 GMT

Heat Advisory for parts of South Florida was extended through Sunday for feels like temperatures up to 111 degrees for about two consecutive hours. The Florida Keys will have a Heat Advisory through at least tonight. There is some faint dust that has made it into the region, but a thick plume of Saharan dust over the Central Bahamas should be here soon.Temperatures are still going to be hot (maybe running 2-3 degrees above average). However, on Thursday we will be feeling the strong heat and high humidity with light winds. Temperatures are forecast to climb into the upper 90’s this weekend (flirting with records) with winds out of the Southwest and thick dust in the air. As for rain, we have a small chance of a seeing sea breeze showers developing. The dust (thick plume) normally makes for drier conditions. Stay tuned! Today in the TropicsWe have Don a tropical storm in the Central Atlantic forecast to strengthen and accelerate Northward over the weekend. Once it moves into th...