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DC Central Kitchen gets a ‘new start’ and new digs in Buzzard Point

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

Earl Pass, 44, is a baker at D.C. Central Kitchen and a graduate of the nonprofit's culinary job training program. D.C. Central Kitchen's culinary job training program equips unemployed, underemployed and previously incarcerated individuals with the skills they need to work in restaurants, hotels, hospitals and more. (Courtesy D.C. Central Kitchen) Earl Pass, 44, is a baker at D.C. Central Kitchen and a graduate of the nonprofit's culinary job training program. D.C. Central Kitchen's culinary job training program equips unemployed, underemployed and previously incarcerated individuals with the skills they need to work in restaurants, hotels, hospitals and more. (Courtesy D.C. Central Kitchen) Cranes still swing ov...

Posco: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

GANGNAM-GU SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of (AP) — GANGNAM-GU SEOUL, Korea, Republic Of (AP) — Posco (PKX) on Wednesday reported earnings of $524.2 million in its second quarter.The Gangnam-Gu seoul, Korea, Republic Of-based company said it had net income of $1.73 per share.The steelmaker posted revenue of $15.29 billion in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on PKX at https://www.zacks.com/ap/PKXSource

Highs around 100 degrees as heat wave holds on DC region

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

The trend of heat ripping through the D.C. area this week continues Wednesday with feels-like temperatures in the triple digits. So when will it let up? Here’s what you need to know.Records were broken on Tuesday with temperatures at all three major D.C.-area airports recording at 99 degrees.With highs being near 100 degrees Wednesday, it’s likely more records will fall.The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory from noon to 7 p.m., which means high temperatures and humidity could cause heat-related illness.“Plan for feels-like temperatures to range from 100-105 during this time,” said 7News First Alert Meteorologist Jordan Evans.Listen to WTOP online and on the radio at 103.5 FM or 107.7 FM.Current traffic conditionsWeather forecastClosings and DelaysSign up for WTOP alertsPeople are encouraged to reduce their times outdoors and take precautions such as wearing lightweight clothing and hydrating during the heat advisory.Temperatures this time of...

Express: Fiscal Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Express Inc. (EXPR) on Wednesday reported a loss of $44.1 million in its fiscal second quarter.On a per-share basis, the Columbus, Ohio-based company said it had a loss of $11.79. Losses, adjusted for restructuring costs and costs related to mergers and acquisitions, were $9.05 per share.The clothing and accessories chain posted revenue of $435.3 million in the period.For the current quarter ending in October, Express said it expects revenue in the range of $460 million to $490 million.The company expects a full-year loss of $34 to $30 per share, with revenue ranging from $1.9 billion to $2 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on EXPR at https://www.zacks.com/ap/EXPRSource

Germany holds off Latvia and will next play the USA in the Basketball World Cup semifinals

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Germany will play the United States in the semifinals of the Basketball World Cup, a rematch of an exhibition matchup from earlier this summer where the Americans needed a big rally to win.Franz Wagner scored 16 points and Germany — the last unbeaten team left in the World Cup — held off Latvia 81-79 in a quarterfinal game on Wednesday, pulling away in the fourth quarter of what had been a back-and-forth matchup for the first 30 minutes.Next up: The U.S. on Friday for a spot in Sunday’s gold medal game. The U.S. beat Germany 99-91 on Aug. 20 in Abu Dhabi, rallying from a 16-point second-half deficit and needing an 18-0 run down the stretch to take control.That game was a scrimmage, meaningless, the final tune-up before the World Cup. Friday’s game will be very, very different.Andreas Obst scored 13 for Germany, which survived on a night where Dennis Schroder was 4 for 26 from the floor.Arturs Zagars scored 24 and Davis Bertans scored 20 for Latvia.With the...

Photronics: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

BROOKFIELD, Conn. (AP) — BROOKFIELD, Conn. (AP) — Photronics Inc. (PLAB) on Wednesday reported earnings of $27 million in its fiscal third quarter.On a per-share basis, the Brookfield, Connecticut-based company said it had net income of 44 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 51 cents per share.The electronics imaging company posted revenue of $224.2 million in the period.For the current quarter ending in October, Photronics expects its per-share earnings to range from 51 cents to 59 cents.The company said it expects revenue in the range of $222 million to $232 million for the fiscal fourth quarter._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on PLAB at https://www.zacks.com/ap/PLABSource

Denver weather: More heat moving into the weekend

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — With plenty of sunshine along the Front Range Wednesday, temperatures will warm back to the upper 80s and lower 90s in the Denver weather forecast.Weather today: Hot and sunnySkies stay clear over Denver on Wednesday, meaning there will be plenty of sunshine across the metro area. Brake drum crashes into driver’s windshield on I-70 in Wheat Ridge Temperatures will climb back into the upper 80s this afternoon with light winds.Pinpoint weather: Daily forecast on Sept. 6. Weather tonight: Clear and mildDenver will keep the sky clear Wednesday night as winds stay light. Overnight lows will dip into the middle 50s, staying close to seasonal averages.Pinpoint Weather: Overnight forecast on Sept. 6.Looking ahead: Hot, then rain and cooler tempsThe above-average temperatures will stick around through the start of the weekend. Thursday and Friday both have hot highs nearing the 90-degree mark. Naked man enters 2 Edgewater homes, fights with homeowners Saturday kicks off...

Tracking Lee

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

Here is what we know on Lee looming in the Atlantic about 1200 miles away from the Northern Leeward Islands:– On the forecast track Lee will be located in the Southwestern Atlantic over the weekend. – Tropical Storm Lee is approaching hurricane strength.– It will pass near or north of the northern Leeward Islands this weekend as an intense hurricane.– It’s far too soon to tell if this future hurricane will threaten any other land areas next week.– Interests in Bermuda, the U.S. East Coast and Atlantic Canada should monitor the forecast for next week.Scenario 1: Quicker front and weaker high pressure would favor a track closer to Bermuda.Scenario 2: Slower moving front and stronger high pressure would favor a tracker closer to the U.S. East Coast. Vivian GonzalezMeteorologist, AMS Certified WSVN Channel 7

Former NASA astronaut inspires Mater Brickell Academy students during school event

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

A South Florida school received an out-of-this-world surprise as former NASA astronaut Jose Hernandez paid a visit to Mater Brickell Academy on Tuesday.The visit was part of the school’s “Shooting for the Stars” event, which not only celebrated an upcoming film on Hernandez’s life but also aimed to inspire students to pursue careers in the sciences.During his visit, Hernandez shared his incredible journey from humble beginnings as a migrant farmworker to becoming an astronaut. His message of perseverance and determination resonated with the students, encouraging them to dream big and aim high in their own pursuits.“Any opportunity I get to go and motivate kids, I’ll take the opportunity, and I’m hopeful that I plant some seeds of hope that they too can reach their own dreams,” said Hernandez.As a special highlight of the event, Amazon, the production company behind the upcoming film on Hernandez’s life, presented Mater Brickell A...

Hurricane Idalia alters migration patterns, leading flamingos to unusual locations

Published Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:18:41 GMT

FLORIDA (WSVN) — The recent passage of Hurricane Idalia has had an unexpected consequence on the migratory patterns of flamingos. These elegant birds, known for their vibrant pink plumage, have found themselves in unfamiliar territory as their northward journey was disrupted.Typically, flamingos migrate northward during this time of the year, but Hurricane Idalia’s path forced them to take detours, leading to sightings in unusual locations, including Ohio, Kentucky, and various parts of Florida. In Florida, flamingos have been spotted in Tampa and Saint Petersburg, far from their usual wintering grounds.Experts are closely monitoring the situation and are cautiously optimistic about the potential long-term impact of this change in flamingo migration. They hope that these displaced flamingos will choose to settle down in the pristine habitat of the Everglades, a crucial natural ecosystem in southern Florida.