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Simona Halep faces 2nd doping charge over biological passport; had failed drug test at US Open

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep has been accused of a second doping offense by the International Tennis Integrity Agency for irregularities in her Athlete Biological Passport.The charge announced Friday “is separate and in addition to” the provisional suspension Halep received last year after failing a drug test during the U.S. Open in August, the ITIA said.Halep is a 31-year-old from Romania who reached No. 1 in the WTA rankings in 2017. She won Wimbledon in 2019, beating 23-time major champion Serena Williams in the final, a year after winning the French Open.The ITIA said the new charge “was based on an assessment” of Halep’s biological passport profile by an expert panel. Such passports provide a baseline reading of substances in an athlete’s body and are considered a way to help chart doping.“We understand that today’s announcement adds complexity to an already high-profile situation. From the outset of this process — and indeed any other at the ITIA — we have r...

Free bathroom kits help Coloradans 'doo' the right thing outdoors

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

GOLDEN, Colo. (KDVR) — Starting next week, anyone planning to spend time outdoors in Colorado can get a free bathroom kit to help keep themselves and the trails clean. “It’s called the Doo Colorado Right campaign, and that’s spelled with two O’s,” Jake Thomas said. Thomas is a co-founder of the Colorado-based Pact Outdoors. The company makes and sells backcountry bathroom kits aimed at helping people properly dispose of their waste on trails. “For us, when we saw the increase in this rising poop problem we realized that we have kits for everything we do outdoors. We have first aid kits, we have cook kits and these kits make it easier to be prepared. So why, if going to the bathroom is something we generally do every day, do we not have simple easy-to-use kits for people to poop in the woods?” Thomas said. The kits contain a trowel, water-activated wipes and special tablets made of fungi roots to help waste break down more easily.  Summer guide to visiting ...

Will poor air quality impact Denver's Colfax Marathon?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Smoke from wildfires in Canada is blowing into Denver and causing poor air quality.According to IQAir, Denver ranked in the top five for worst air quality in the world on Friday. Fortunately, rain and wind direction should help the air quality before Sunday's marathon, but doctors suggest avoiding any last-minute training on Friday."If you ordinarily run 3 or 4 miles and don’t have any trouble and you're out there running today, kind of in your last tune-up for the marathon, and you’re having a lot of trouble breathing, we’d say probably stop you’re run," said Dr. Anthony Gerber, a pulmonologist and air quality expert with National Jewish Health. "If the breathing is bad enough you might even have to have someone look at you." Denver ranks top 5 for worst air quality in the world on Friday Gerber said his best advice is to listen to your body. If your breathing becomes extra strained, it might be a good time to stop. "If you're running out here and breathing isn't ...

DU women's lacrosse team in Final Four

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The University of Denver women's lacrosse team is Final Four bound.For the first time in school history, the No. 5 DU women’s lacrosse team is heading to the finals after defeating No. 4 North Carolina 5-4. "I'm so proud of this team," head coach Liza Kelly, who won her 300th career game Thursday, said. "I don't even know what to do with myself. It hasn't hit me yet. We talked pregame and I said 'Act as if you've never been here before. Act as if you've never been to a Final Four.' It's everything you ever wanted." Tickets on sale for Nuggets watch parties at Ball Arena The victory continued the Pioneers' unbeaten streak to 22 games this season, the only undefeated team in the country.DU will face No. 1 Northwestern Friday, May 26 at the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, North Carolina. The National Championship game is Sunday, May 28.

BSO search for 56-year-old man missing from Lauderdale Lakes facility

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

The Broward Sheriff’s Office Missing Persons Unit is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing 56-year-old man.John Moore Jr was last seen at around 1 p.m., at the Henderson Behavioral Health Facility, located at 4720 N. State Road 7, Friday. He was last seen wearing a white shirt and gray pants. Moore stands at 5 feet, 10 inches tall, weighs around 190 pounds, has gray hair and brown eyes.According to detectives, employees at the Henderson Behavioral Health Cacility stated Moore experiences mental illness.Anyone with information on Moore’s whereabouts is urged contact BSO Detective Leonard Charla at 954-321-4274 or the BSO non-emergency number at 954-764- HELP(4357).

Jimmy Buffett hospitalized, postpones show

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

(CNN) — A Jimmy Buffett & the Coral Reefer Band concert scheduled to be held in Charleston, South Carolina this weekend, has been postponed due to the singer being hospitalized.Buffett announced the news in posts on both his site and on social media.“Two days ago, I was just back from a trip to the Bahamas, thawing out from the California ‘winter tour,’ and chomping at the bit to get to Charleston,” his note reads. “I had to stop in Boston for a check-up but wound up back in the hospital to address some issues that needed immediate attention.”Buffett added, “Growing old is not for sissies, I promise you.”The 76-year-old did not share exactly what is ailing him, but promised to perform his postponed concert as soon as he is able.“Thank you for your prayers and thoughts, your amazing years of loyalty, and just remember, ‘NOT YET!’” his note ended.Ticket holders will receive emailed information regarding the rescheduled date.

Activists continue campaign to change name of Faneuil Hall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

Local activists again called for change Friday, continuing a campaign to change the name of Boston’s Faneuil Hall. One of Boston’s most famous buildings, Faneuil Hall has been the subject of controversy due to the fact that the building was named after a prominent slave owner. Various activists have protested the building’s name in the past. This week, activists were back again, filling the hallways of Boston City Hall to deliver more than 3,000 Change.org petition signatures protesting the name to the City Council. “Rid this city of anti-Black symbols in Boston,” Rev. Kevin Peterson said Friday. “Peter Faneuil was a racial bigot,” Peterson continued. “He was a slave owner. He was a person who derived much of his wealth through the procurement and the selling of slaves.”Minister John Gibbons also spoke, saying “the name of Faneuil on our most iconic public building hides, gives camouflage, obscures and insults the true history of Boston, which is to say that our...

Ticker: Adidas to start selling stockpile of Yeezy sneakers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

Adidas said Friday that it will begin selling its more than $1 billion worth of leftover Yeezy sneakers later this month, with the proceeds to be donated to various anti-racism groups.The German sportswear brand said recipients will include the Anti-Defamation League, which fights antisemitism and other forms of discrimination, and the Philonise & Keeta Floyd Institute for Social Change, run by Philonise Floyd, the brother of George Floyd who became a social justice advocate.Yeezy products have been unavailable to shoppers since Adidas terminated its partnership with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, in October 2022 following his antisemitic comments on social media and in interviews.$200,000 bail set for Detroit clerk who locked door before customers were shotA Detroit gas station clerk may have panicked when he locked a door to stop a possible theft before a man shot three bystanders, but he didn’t commit a crime, his lawyer said Friday.A magistrate set bond at $200,000 ...

Celtics’ Marcus Smart feeling ‘about 10 percent better’ physically than last year’s playoffs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

Just as these playoffs began, Marcus Smart was feeling so good that he declared himself close to 100% healthy. It was a somewhat surprising statement, given the relentless nature the Celtics guard plays with and the injuries he sustained this season.One month and a few playoff rounds later, Smart has taken his share of knocks but is still standing tall.Among his ailments this spring, Smart suffered a lower back contusion and chest contusion during the first round against the Hawks that he’s still feeling the effects of. Smart is still wearing a chest protector underneath a shirt he wears under his jersey. His back looks like it has noticeably bothered him in recent games. In Game 7 against the 76ers, he corralled a rebound early in the third quarter, landed somewhat awkwardly and grabbed his lower back wincing in some pain as he ran up court. In Game 1 against the Heat, he grabbed at his back at one point again after experiencing further discomfort.Both instances were brief. Smart s...

Mets Notebook: Carlos Carrasco returns from injury to face former team

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:20 GMT

After securing a series win against MLB-best Tampa Bay Rays, the Mets began a three-game set against the Cleveland Guardians — who came across a familiar face.Carlos Carrasco made his return from the injured list against his former team Friday. Carrasco made his first start since April 15, returning from right elbow inflammation caused by a bone spur.The Mets optioned left-handed pitcher Josh Walker to make room for Carrasco.It was his first start against his former team that he played with for 11 seasons.“Just because guys are traded from your organization, you don’t lose you admiration or affection for guys,” Guardians manager Terry Francona said pregame about Carrasco. “I hope we beat his brains out tonight, but I love the kid.”Carrasco was part of the blockbuster deal that sent the pitcher and star shortstop Francisco Lindor from Cleveland to New York in 2021. In return, Cleveland received Amed Rosario, Andres Gimenez, Josh Wolf and Isaiah Gre...