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OceanGate suspende todas sus operaciones tras la implosión del Titan

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OceanGate suspende todas sus operaciones tras la implosión del Titan

OceanGate, la empresa que gestionaba el submarino Titan, que implosionó durante una inmersión para visitar los restos del Titanic, ha suspendido todas las operaciones de exploración y comerciales, según muestra su página web este jueves.

La empresa no facilita por ahora más detalles. Las autoridades estadounidenses y canadienses están investigando la causa de la implosión submarina que tuvo lugar hace unas semanas, en la que murieron las cinco personas que iban a bordo.

OceanGate había planeado dos expediciones a las ruinas centenarias del Titanic, situadas en un remoto rincón del Atlántico Norte, para junio de 2024, según mostraba su página web.

Las autoridades estadounidenses y canadienses están investigando la causa de la implosión submarina de junio, en la que murieron las cinco personas que iban a bordo y que suscitó dudas sobre la naturaleza no regulada de este tipo de expediciones.

La semana pasada, los guardacostas estadounidenses recuperó los presuntos restos humanos y escombros del sumergible, conocido como Titan, tras buscar en el fondo del océano. Se espera que el examen de los restos arroje más luz sobre la causa de la implosión.

El Titan perdió contacto con su buque de apoyo durante su descenso el 18 de junio. Sus restos se encontraron cuatro días después, esparcidos por el fondo marino a unos 488 metros de la proa del Titanic.

Source: www.elmundo.es

Forbes Billionaires List 2023

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Forbes Billionaires List 2023

Elon Musk is the richest person in the world as of June 9, 2023, according to Forbes. His net worth is estimated to be $220 billion, which is $5 billion more than the second-richest person, Bernard Arnault who is at number 2 with the net worth of $215.4 billion. Here’s the top 10 list according to Forbes

How Elon Musk topped the chart again

In Thursday, June 8’s trading, Tesla stock showed a remarkable rally of 4.6%, reaching $235 per share and extending its winning streak to 10 consecutive days. This put Tesla on track to achieve its highest closing share price since October 6, 2022.

After experiencing a decline and reaching a two-year low in early January, Tesla shares have rebounded impressively, recording a gain of nearly 115%. This performance ranks as the third-largest return among all companies in the S&P 500 index. As a result, Elon Musk has once again reclaimed the title of the richest person in the world according to Forbes’ calculations. With Forbes estimating Musk’

Elon Musk had previously lost the title of the world’s richest person to Arnault in December 2022. At that time, Musk’s net worth had experienced a significant decline of over $100 billion in 2022. In December 2022, Musk’s net worth was recorded at $168.5 billion, falling short of Arnault’s $172.9 billion. In May 2023, Musk’s Twitter suffered financially with the current valuation of Twitter being

Source: www.bqprime.com

FDA Approves First Treatment for Alzheimer’s-Associated Agitation

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FDA Approves First Treatment for Alzheimer’s-Associated Agitation

On May 10, the FDA approved the use of atypical antipsychotic drug Rexulti (brexpiprazole) for treating agitation associated with Alzheimer’s dementia, making it the first FDA-approved treatment for agitation associated with Alzheimer’s in the U.S.

Agitation is among the most challenging aspects of caring for someone with the disease and has a significant impact on quality of life for patients, family members, and caregivers. It is reported in approximately half of people with Alzheimer’s dementia and is associated with earlier nursing home placement, according to the drug’s manufacturer.

In two Phase 3 randomized clinical trials, the drug was shown to reduce agitation symptoms by 31% compared to placebo.

It was approved for a Supplemental New Drug Application following a priority FDA review for drugs that promise to offer a significant improvement on current therapies.

An FDA advisory committee on April 14 recommended the use of Rexulti for treating agitation associated with Alzheimer’s dementia. The committee voted 9-1 to recommend a favorable benefit-risk profile for the drug’s proposed use.

Rexulti was approved in 2015 for treatment of schizophrenia and as an add-on treatment for major depressive disorder in adults. The drug carries a warning for an increased mortality risk in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, affecting an estimated 6.5 million people aged 65 and older in the U.S. Although cognitive decline is the predominant symptom, behavioral and psychiatric symptoms of dementia, including agitation, aggression, and irritability, are common, affecting approximately 40% of all Alzheimer’s patients.

The FDA notes that behavioral and psychiatric symptoms are associated with a higher risk of accelerated disease progression, functional decline, decreased quality of life, greater caregiver burden, increased out of-home placement, and earlier death. Most patients experience initial onset of symptoms in later stages of Alzheimer’s and worsening symptoms as the disease progresses.

Several non-medication behavior interventions have been studied for the treatment of Alzheimer’s-related agitation; some of the most effective techniques are distraction, redirection, massage, music therapy, physical activity, aromatherapy, and simulated presence therapy.

Source: www.brightfocus.org

Britney Spears asegura que la golpeó el guardia de seguridad que protegía a Victor Wembanyama, jugador de la NBA

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Britney Spears asegura que la golpeó el guardia de seguridad que protegía a Victor Wembanyama, jugador de la NBA

Britney Spears dio detalles sobre un incidente ocurrido la noche de este miércoles que involucra Victor Wembanyama, jugador de baloncesto de los Spurs de San Antonio, en Las Vegas.

La estrella del pop relató que un guardia de seguridad la golpeó en la cara cuando intentó llamar la atención de Wembanyama. TMZ fue el primero en reportar del incidente.

“Las experiencias traumáticas no son nuevas para mí y ya he tenido bastantes. No estaba preparada para lo que me pasó anoche”, escribió Spears en su cuenta verificada de Instagram este jueves.

Luego describió que había reconocido “a un atleta en el vestíbulo de mi hotel cuando me dirigía a cenar”, y más tarde lo volvió a ver en un restaurante de otro hotel.

“Decidí acercarme a él y felicitarlo por su éxito. Había mucho ruido, así que le di un golpecito en el hombro para llamar su atención”, continuó.

Spears, que no nombró al jugador novato de alto nivel en su publicación en redes sociales, especificó que tiene conocimiento “de la declaración del deportista en la que menciona que ‘lo agarré por detrás’, pero yo simplemente le di un golpecito en el hombro. A continuación, su seguridad me puso la mano en el rostro sin mirar atrás, delante de una multitud”. Spears explicó que la bofetada casi la derriba.

“La gente me rodea todo el tiempo”, dijo Spears. “De hecho, esa noche, estaba rodeada de un grupo de al menos 20 fans. Mi equipo de seguridad no golpeó a nadie”, declaró.

Wembanyama se refirió al incidente a primera hora de este jueves, y dijo a periodistas que no vio lo ocurrido. Señaló que caminaba con su seguridad por un pasillo con mucha gente y que oyó que alguien le llamaba, pero que la seguridad le había ordenado previamente que no se detuviera entre la multitud.

“Esa persona me estaba llamando, ‘Señor, señor’, y esa persona me agarró por detrás”, dijo. “No vi lo que pasó porque caminaba recto y me dijeron ‘no te detengas’. Pero esa persona me agarró por detrás, no por el hombro, me agarró por detrás. Solo sé que los de seguridad la empujaron. No sé con cuánta fuerza, pero la seguridad la apartó. No me detuve a mirar”, completó.

Luego se le preguntó a Wembanyama si sabía que la persona en cuestión era Britney Spears, a lo que respondió: “No lo supe durante un par de horas. Y añadió: “Entonces la seguridad de los Spurs me dijo que era Britney Spears. Al principio pensé: ‘No, estás bromeando’, pero sí, resulta que era Britney Spears. Nunca le vi la cara. Seguí caminando”.

Spears también escribió en su declaración de Instagram de este jueves que el incidente es “demasiado embarazoso para compartir con el mundo”, pero que “es importante compartir esta historia e instar a las personas en el ojo público a dar ejemplo y tratar a todos los demás con respeto”.

“La violencia física ocurre demasiado en este mundo. A menudo a puerta cerrada”, dijo. Y añadió que “aún no he recibido una disculpa pública del jugador, su seguridad o su organización. Espero que lo hagan”.

“Agradezco las grandes cantidades de amor y apoyo que estoy recibiendo en este momento. Gracias a la Policía de Las Vegas y a los detectives por su apoyo”, dijo.

Al ser contactado por CNN, el Departamento de Policía Metropolitana de Las Vegas (LVMPD, por sus siglas en inglés) emitió un comunicado en el que reconoce el incidente, al decir que los agentes respondieron a una llamada “con respecto a una investigación de agresión” y que fue “documentado en un informe policial y no se han emitido arrestos o citaciones”.

Source: cnnespanol.cnn.com

Biden’s junk fee crusade turns to short-term health insurance plans

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Biden’s junk fee crusade turns to short-term health insurance plans

President Joe Biden on Friday announced new steps to crack down on short-term health insurance plans and surprise medical bills, stepping up his war against so-called junk fees to lower healthcare costs.

This will include a proposed rule that closes loopholes companies use to offer misleading short-term insurance products, discriminate based on pre-existing conditions, offer little to no coverage and saddle consumers with thousands of dollars worth of medical expenses, White House Domestic Policy Adviser Neera Tanden told reporters.

The Obama administration in 2016 limited short-term insurance plans to three months to try to get more people on year-round plans, but regulations adopted by the Trump administration in 2018 allowed people to stay on such plans for 12 months and renew them for three years.

“These plans leave families surprised by thousands of dollars in medical expenses when they actually use health care services like a surgery,” the White House said on Friday.

With inflation still a potent political issue, the Biden administration has made it a priority to fight hidden fees by asking federal regulators to increase their oversight of companies across a range of industries including hotels, banks and airlines.

Biden, who in over two years as president has witnessed a sharp rebound from the COVID-19-induced recession, has nonetheless watched his public approval ratings sag under the weight of voters’ anxiety about inflation and the economy’s direction.

Job creation and low unemployment are the positives while elevated inflation and the knock-on effects of spiking interest rates over the past year in areas such as the housing market have stoked fears of recession.

Biden will also announce new rules to cut down on surprise medical billing, limit the use of third-party medical credit cards that include “teaser rates” and do not fully disclose the risks, Tanden said.

Surprise bills can occur when people are taken to the nearest hospital for emergency care or when someone goes to an in-network hospital but one of the doctors who treat them there is out-of-network, leading to surprise bills, the White House said.

More than half of Americans disapprove of how Biden is handling his job, while just 35% of respondents approve of his stewardship of the economy, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted in June. Voters rate the economy as their top issue.

Source: www.reuters.com

WANTED FOR AGGRAVATED ROBBERY

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WANTED FOR AGGRAVATED ROBBERY

 
Reward of up to $5,000 leading to the arrest of the suspect(s) involved in this case. 
Crime Stoppers and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect responsible for an Aggravated Robbery Deadly Weapon.

On Sunday, June 4, 2023, at approximately 5:08 p.m., an unknown suspect robbed a business in the 14000 block of FM 2100 Rd. in Crosby, Texas.  During the incident, the suspect followed the victim back into the business, produced a knife, and held it to the victim’s child abdomen and demanded money and phones. The suspect fled the location in an unknown direction of travel. The suspect was observed on surveillance prior to the incident exiting the passenger side of a mid-90’s white Chevrolet pick-up truck.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, charging and/or arrest of the suspect in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
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CRIME STOPPERS OF HOUSTON  FUGITIVE FRIDAY

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CRIME STOPPERS OF HOUSTON  FUGITIVE FRIDAY

In an effort to keep our neighborhoods safe, Crime Stoppers of Houston and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s help locating the following individuals that have active Felony and/or Misdemeanor Warrants.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the location and arrest of the suspects featured. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. All tipsters remain anonymous. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
The following individuals all have active warrants as of July 6, 2023 at 4:20 pm.

MARK ANOTHY BROOKS JR

B/M      12-25-90      6’03”/180 Lbs.      Blk/Bro
Warrant #: 1821903
INJ CHILD/ELDER/DISABL RECK BODILY INJURY
Last known location: Houston Texas

LICIBETH GONZALES

W/F      10-10-86      5’04”/120 Lbs.      Blk/Bro
Warrant #: 1576572
PROBATION VIOLATION DWI THIRD
Last known location: Houston Texas

LINDSAY LEE HOWELL-SIMMS

W/F      10-11-81      5’04”/145 Lbs.      Bln/Blu
Warrant #: 1821170
FRAUD/USE/POSS ID INFO OVER 50
Last known location: Conroe Texas

ABELARDO IBARRA

W/M      11-12-00      5’05”/140 Lbs.      Bro/Bro
Warrant #: 1805923
EVADING ARREST/DETENTION W/VEH
Last known location: Houston Texas

KENDRICK DWAYNE MAXON

B/M      04-10-90      5’09”/130 Lbs.      Blk/Bro
Warrant #: 1821870, 1822039
THEFT AGGREGATE =>$2,500<$30K
ENGAGING IN ORG CRIM ACTIVITY
Last known location: Houston Texas

ALEX JEROME MORRIS

W/M      07-22-92      6’02”/190 Lbs.      Bro/Haz
Warrant #: 1595818
PROBATION VIOLATION THEFT >=2,500 <30,000
Last known location: Ralph Alabama

RUSSELL RAY SMITH

W/M      04-23-87      6’00”/155 Lbs.      Bro/Blu
Warrant #: 1822417
THEFT <$2,500 2/MORE PREV CONV
Last known location: Cypress Texas

TRANEICIA SNEED

B/F      03-14-00      5’05”/200 Lbs.      Blk/Bro
Warrant #: 1822027
ROBBERY-THREATS
Last known location: Houston Texas

SHANEEQUA NICOLE WHITE

B/F      12-17-90      5’02”/138 Lbs.      Bro/Bro
Warrant #: 1670826
UNAUTH USE OF VEHICLE
Last known location: Humble Texas

AMBER WRENN

W/F      03-16-82      5’07”/140 Lbs.      Bro/Blu
Warrant #: 1686005
EVADING ARREST/DETENTION
Last known location: The Woodlands Texas
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MECA’s Sunburst Summer Arts Camp

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MECA&#8217;s Sunburst Summer Arts Camp

Creating A Brighter Future For Houston Since 1977.

Origami Challenge presented courtesy of Sunburst Summer Arts Camp partner, the Japan-America Society Houston

Art with David Delgado

Music with Jesus Lozano

1-on-1 mentorship with camp counselor

MECA’s work to provide year-round, high quality arts education, social services and vigorous academic support is made possible by generous contributions from the following donors:

5 shark attacks were reported near Long Island over 2 day

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5 shark attacks were reported near Long Island over 2 day

Five shark attacks were reported over the July Fourth holiday off the coast of Long Island — only a few less than were reported in New York state in all of last year.

Four of the reported bites have been confirmed by New York officials to be from sharks, and none of them were fatal.

On Monday, two 15-year-olds were injured in separate incidents: a girl at Robert Moses Beach who could not identify to officials exactly what bit her, and a few hours later a boy at Kismet Beach, located a few miles away, who was bitten by a shark while surfing. Three more people experienced shark bites on Tuesday: a 47-year-old man near Quoque Village Beach, a 49-year-old man at Fire Island Pines, and a woman at Cherry Grove.

That many shark attacks in just two days was significant compared to last year’s total. In all of 2022, there were only eight shark attacks reported in New York, according to the University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File. That number was record-setting for the state, which prior to last year had had only 12 total reported unprovoked bites.

Sharks attacks off the coast of New York are rising as the predators make a major comeback to the nearby waters. Researchers have said the increase in shark sightings and attacks are in part due to successful conservation efforts, as well as cleaner and warmer waters and an increase in the fish sharks prey on.

Most of shark bites in Long Island last year were likely from sand tiger sharks that were brought close to shore while hunting baitfish, according to Gavin Naylor, the program director of the International Shark Attack File.

New York state officials have ramped up efforts to monitor shark sightings off the coast. A drone patrol flying near Robert Moses Beach on Tuesday spotted around 50 sharks nearby, causing the beach to be closed for about an hour and a half until it was deemed safe for swimming. Long Island Parks Regional Director George Gorman told The New York Post they were sand tiger sharks.

Shark attacks in general remain rare, according to the International Shark Attack File.

Notably, sharks have also been returning to the waters off Southern California. Juvenile great white sharks can frequently be spotted by drones swimming below the surface just 50 feet from shore, sometimes near swimmers. However, researchers say there has not been an uptick in shark attacks in the area.

Source: businessinsider.mx

$450 million expansion at Hobby Airport could start next year

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$450 million expansion at Hobby Airport could start next year

Changes are coming to William P. Hobby Airport in southern Houston, and they’ll begin this year.

Southwest Airlines, which already has a presence at Hobby, will begin a $450 million expansion as early as next year. The expansion will more than double the number of gates in the western concourse from five to 12, said Jim Szczesniak, chief operating officer for the Houston Airport System.

Six of the new gates will be for Southwest flights, and the seventh will be for other airlines, he said.

The expansion will allow Hobby to potentially take guests to more destinations. Today, Hobby services 83 destinations, which is important to residents who live on the south side of Houston, Szczesniak said.

Besides the gates, the expansion will add baggage claim requirements, leading to a necessary expansion of the airport’s baggage claim hall, Szczesniak said.

Szczesniak said increasing demand and population have led to the expansion.

“We’ve got an attractive market, and then you’ve got an existing attractive airport,” he said, noting Hobby is the only five-star airport in North America, as rated by Skytrax, an international airport-rating organization.

The construction will not affect normal operations, Szczesniak said.

Additionally, Hobby’s restaurants are undergoing change.

In March, two new vendors won 10-year contracts with the city to open 20 new restaurants at the airport.

The restaurants will replace Pappas Restaurants, which have been open at the airport for over 20 years. Pappas Restaurants, including Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Pappasito’s Cantina, Pappas Burgers and Pappas Bar-B-Q, have already closed in preparation for the new restaurants, Szczesniak said.

Workers wasted no time in replacing the signage for the now-empty locations. Hobby said Gastrohub is considered temporary until the new company installs its own restaurants.

The new restaurants will begin opening this fall through late 2024. While some of the restaurants are chains, such as Chick-fil-A and Dunkin’, many are local eateries, such as The Spot, Spindletap Brewery and Killen’s Barbeque, Szczesniak said.

“You’ll have your mix of national brands, … but then you’re going to have that mix of local stuff we’re going to have,” he said.

Szczesniak said the investment happening in Houston right now is great. The Houston Airport System is responsible for 190,000 jobs and $36.4 billion in annual economic activity, he said.

Source: abc13.com

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