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Ukraine sends fresh troops into the battlefield in new push against the Russians

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

Ukrainian forces are intensifying efforts to retake territory on the front lines, increasing attacks and committing additional soldiers to the battlefield, three Defense Department officials said Wednesday.Kyiv is beginning to send thousands of well-trained reinforcements, which it had previously held in reserve during the beginning stages of the counteroffensive, to the front lines, said one of the DOD officials, all of whom were granted anonymity to discuss a developing situation.Reports from the battlefield also indicated that Ukraine had launched a major new attack in the southeast of the country. Ukrainian forces attacked south of the town of Orikhiv in the Zaporizhzhia region, deploying three battalions reinforced with tanks, Russia’s Defense Ministry said Wednesday.One of Ukraine’s goals is to reach the Sea of Azov, about 60 miles south of Orikhiv, cutting off Russian forces between the south and east of the country, said the first DOD official.The New York Times first report...

Mets Notebook: Amazins trying to tune out trade deadline noise

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

“Taking the season one game at a time” might be the biggest cliche in sports, but it’s actually appropriate for the Mets right now. Every game matters right now with the Mets trying to climb the standings before the trade deadline next Tuesday.A veteran clubhouse doesn’t necessarily need to remind everyone to focus on the task ahead instead of letting their mind drift toward deadline news and rumors, but that isn’t always as easy it sounds.“It’s hard to not wonder,” outfielder Brandon Nimmo said Wednesday before the Subway Series finale at Yankee Stadium. “That’s one of the challenges. You sit there and say, ‘OK, this scenario would be fun, this could be awesome.’ But none of that matters if I don’t focus on today and take care of today.”With televisions in most MLB clubhouses set to MLB Network or ESPN, even the players who stay off social media will still hear the speculation. Some of it is simply ...

Yankees claim there’s no set plan for Aaron Judge following report of Friday return

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

With Aaron Judge in Tampa for simulated games, barring a setback, the reported plan is for the slugger to return on Friday in Baltimore.The story was published by The Post in the middle of Aaron Boone’s pregame press conference on Wednesday, which prompted a question directly asking if there is a plan in place to activate Judge on Friday.“No,” Boone said of the report before the conclusion of the Subway Series. “I wouldn’t rule anything out, but I think we’re kind of taking it day by day and huddling up at the end of the day and seeing what the next steps are. But right now, it’s seeing how we came out of today and how that went and where we’re at and if we need to keep doing more.”Boone has repeatedly said that the Yankees are not ruling anything out — or similar phrases — when asked about various target dates for Judge’s return throughout his rehab process. Shortly after his press conference, Boone was asked d...

Revolution romp past Atlético de San Luis, 5-1

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

FOXBORO – The New England Revolution defeated LIGA MX side Atlético de San Luis, 5-1, on Wednesday night at Gillette Stadium in their Leagues Cup 2023 group stage finale.Giacomo Vrioni netted the first hat trick of his Revolution career, while Gustavo Bou tallied a goal and two assists to clinch New England a spot in the Leagues Cup Round of 32.Vrioni opened the scoring in the 15th minute, tallying his first goal of the match with a left-footed shot from the center of the box, set up by a give-and-go between Bou and Ian Harkes. Mateo Klimowicz evened the score for Atlético de San Luis seven minutes later, firing a volleyed shot past Djordje Petrović.New England retook the lead in the 29th minute when Gustavo Bou blasted home a shot into the upper corner after collecting a turnover at the top of the box. The Revolution carried the play for the remainder of the match, quickly doubling its lead in the 32nd minute with an own goal by Atlético de San Luis defender Julio Domínguez.Vrioni ...

Carlos Rodón takes step forward as Yankees split Subway Series with Mets

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

Yankees fans weren’t thrilled when Carlos Rodón blew a kiss in frustration at hecklers his last time out, but few had any issue with the southpaw shouting a few swears on Wednesday night.Rodón, coming off the worst start of his young Yankees career, showed emotion once again on Wednesday night. This time, however, the situation garnered more approval for the pitcher’s competitive nature, as Rodón dropped a few cuss words after striking out the Mets’ Pete Alonso on three straight sliders to end the fifth inning with runners on first and second.The Alonso at-bat was the highlight of the night for Rodón, who had to battle despite holding the Mets to one run over 5.2 innings in a 3-1 Yankees win. Rodón, pitching in front of Yankees fans for the first time since his criticized kiss, totaled four hits, three walks and four strikeouts over 93 pitches.He also hit Jeff McNeil square in the back with a 95-mph fastball in the fourth inning. McNeil exp...

With trade rumors swirling, Justin Verlander remains committed to Mets: ‘I’m focused on being a Met’

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

All options are on the table for the Mets right now when it comes to how to proceed with the rest of the 2023 season. One of those options includes trading right-handed aces, Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer.That would be a nuclear option for the Mets. The front office has not expressed interest in exercising this option, but given the state of the underachieving club, it’s a possibility that has to be considered.However, it appears to be one that Verlander himself had not considered until the subject was broached during the Subway Series at Yankees Stadium this week. Verlander is “not really” aware of the Aug. 1 deadline at the moment.“I’m just trying to focus on what’s ahead of me,” Verlander said. “I would hope that if there is any chance of [being traded] that [general manager Billy Eppler] would come and talk to me. That hasn’t happened, so I’m focused on being a Met.”Verlander’s contract runs through 2024...

US ties Netherlands in FIFA Women's World Cup

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Lindsey Horan, angry over being knocked down minutes earlier by Danielle Van de Donk, scored a revenge goal minutes later in the second half Thursday to help the United States squeeze out a 1-1 draw with the Netherlands at the Women's World Cup.The Dutch struck first with a goal from Jill Roord in the first-half to surprise the Americans, who remained unbeaten in 19 consecutive matches with Horan's second-half score.Horan’s goal on a header off a corner kick in the 62nd minute followed several minutes of jawing between the two teams: Horan was angry after she was knocked off her feet and even cursed in the direction of Van de Donk — her teammate for club team Lyon.The Americans tried to calm Horan, who responded with her 29th international goal, fourth in the World Cup, and second consecutive in this tournament.Before the ball even crossed the goal line, Horan’s expression showed she knew she was on target.With the draw, neither team sec...

San Diego gelato spot voted among best indie ice cream shops in US

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- An's Dry Cleaning is being recognized as one of the top 10 best indie ice cream shops across the U.S.The North Park ice cream shop, located at 3017 Adams Avenue, ranks No. 2 on the list compiled by USA TODAY's 10Best travel website.Some gelato flavors on the menu include fig and spicy candied pecans, matcha and white chocolate, raspberry, mango and mint, blue chamomile, blackberry jam, among others.Built in 1934, An's Dry Cleaning pays homage to the building's history. This San Diego metro area city has the most affordable housing market: report "We immediately fell in love with the location, the community, and the people. But changing the name of an old establishment, in an even older building, didn’t feel right. So, we decided to keep it. Yes, An’s Dry Cleaning is a nod to the previous establishment, but also a reminder that some things are better left unchanged," the company said on its Facebook.The ice cream shop says it prides itself making gelato from scratch an...

How to get a free car wash Thursday in San Diego

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

SAN DIEGO — If you have been putting off getting your car washed, Thursday might be a good day to get it done.Soapy Joe's Car Wash will be giving free car washes to every car that comes to their new Convoy Street location in Kearny Mesa.The Convoy Street car wash, Soapy Joe's 20th location to open, will be giving out a free Magic Joe Wash to every customer, a $20 value.Sticking with the 20 theme, every 20th car to go through the wash Thursday will also receive a free annual Magic Joe membership, a $385 value. These 10 gas stations have the cheapest fuel prices in San Diego County: GasBuddy The Magic Joe membership includes unlimited washes, free vacuuming and other premium perks, Soapy Joe's said.You can find a full list of Soapy Joe's locations in San Diego County here.The free car wash event will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Soapy Joe's located at 3803 Convoy Street.A grand opening ceremony will also be held Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the new location. City Councilmember K...

Texas basketball signs Devon Pryor, No. 21-ranked recruit in the state

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:31:02 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Longhorns men's basketball team and recruit Devon Pryor made it official on Wednesday.Pryor, a 3-star small forward recruit from Houston, reclassified to the Class of 2023 and will skip his senior year of high school to join the Longhorns. Prior played his junior year of high school for PSAT-XEA Academy in Houston and is the No. 21 recruit in Texas according to 247Sports. He originally committed to play for Louisiana State, but backed out of that commitment and eventually landed with Texas. How Rodney Terry built his first roster as Texas Longhorns head men’s basketball coach Pryor is 6-foot-7 and 180 pounds, and head coach Rodney Terry said coming to Austin a year early will allow Pryor to work on his body and build some muscle. Over the summer, he played for One Time Legends, a team coached by seven-time NBA all-star Tracy McGrady, in the Adidas 3 Stripes Select Basketball circuit.Pryor joins a handful of transfers and returning players for the Longhorn...