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Tesla recalls over 2 million vehicles to fix defective Autopilot monitoring system

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

DETROIT (AP) — Tesla is recalling more than 2 million vehicles across its model lineup to fix a defective system that’s supposed to ensure drivers are paying attention when they use Autopilot.Documents posted Wednesday by U.S. safety regulators say the company will send out a software update to fix the problems.The recall comes after a two-year investigation by U.S. auto safety regulators into a series of crashes that happened while the Autopilot partially automated driving system was in use. Some were deadly.FILE - The Tesla company logo shines off the rear deck of an unsold 2020 Model X at a Tesla dealership, April 26, 2020, in Littleton, Colo. On Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, Virginia authorities determined that a Tesla was operating on its Autopilot system and was speeding in the moments leading to a crash with a crossing tractor-trailer last July that killed the Tesla driver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski, File)The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says its investigation fo...

Stillwater powers past Tamarac in Wasaren clash

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

TROY, NY (NEWS10) -- A few of the key players on the Stillwater boys basketball team just went on a run to the state title game in football. Now they look to go on a similar run in basketball. The 1-0 Warriors visited 1-1 Tamarac in a Wasaren League clash Tuesday night. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! It was a back and forth battle in the first quarter, as the quarter ended in a 10-10 tie. Stillwater put their foot on the gas from there, leading 26-13 at halftime on their way to a 70-47 win. Stillwater's Lucas Lilac and Kaelan Leak both tallied 18 points. Jaxon Mueller put up a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds in the win.

ValleyCats name Greg Tagert as new field manager

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

TROY, NY (NEWS10) — The Tri-City ValleyCats organization is excited to announce that they have reached an agreement with Greg Tagert as their new Field Manager. The Carlsbad, N.M. native will be at the helm for the 2024-2025 seasons, and he is the 12th skipper in ValleyCats’ history. Tagert will be the ‘Cats second manager since joining the Frontier League in 2021 after Pete Incaviglia. Along with his on-field responsibilities, Tagert will also be responsible for player procurement and building the team's roster. The focus of this process is to create a winning environment that also provides opportunities for players to advance in their professional careers. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! 2024 will mark the 29th season in which Tagert has managed a professional baseball club. He has spent the bulk of his career in the American Association with the Winnipeg Goldeyes (2023) and the G...

Play of the Week winner - Fonda-Fultonville's Jose Vargas

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

FONDA, NY (NEWS10) -- Congratulations to this week’s winner of our Play of the Week poll, Fonda-Fultonville's Jose Vargas! Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Vargas bounced off three home defenders and launched into the endzone in the state title game against Waverly.

Huerter has career outing as UAlbany women down Dartmouth for fourth straight victory

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Three Great Danes recorded 15+ points Tuesday night in the University at Albany women's basketball's 68-57 home win against Dartmouth College. Clifton Park native and Shenendehowa High School graduate Meghan Huerter led the trio with a career-high 20 points. She, Helene Haegerstrand, who netted a season-high 18, and Kayla Cooper combined for nearly 80% of the team's scoring. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! KEY STATSTallying 11 points after just one quarter, Huerter went 7-10 from the field including a 6-8 accuracy from outside the arc. All three numbers (20 points, seven FG made, six 3PT FG made) are career-highs.Huerter is the first player in head coach Colleen Mullen’s tenure to successfully make six three-pointers in one game.Haegerstrand went 7-15 from the field (4-8 from outside). Cooper added 16 points with a team-high nine rebounds.Graduate student Sarah Karpell (4) and Haegerstrand (3) combined for ...

2.6% of households' expenditure spent on culture in 2020

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

In 2020, households in the EU spent, on average, an estimated 2.6% of their total expenditure on cultural goods and services. The share of culture-related expenditure in total household consumption spending varied considerably across EU countries. Several factors might impact this share, including household income, price levels, the ease of access to cultural venues, national cultural policies, and habits. In 2020, 8 countries recorded a share of cultural expenditure in the total household budgets above the EU average, based on the 22 EU countries with available data. The highest percentages of the household budget spent on cultural purposes were in Denmark (3.9%), Germany (3.7%) and Austria (3.5%). By contrast, in 13 EU countries the share of household expenditure on cultural goods and services was below the average at the EU level, with the smallest share in Greece (1.3%). Bulgaria, Lithuania and Spain followed closely, each recording a share of 1.5%.Expressed in purchasing power ...

Word Game: Dec. 13, 2023

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

TODAY’S WORD — CONTENDS (CONTENDS: kun-TENDS: Struggles.)Average mark 35 wordsTime limit 40 minutesCan you find 43 or more words in CONTENDS? The list will be published tomorrow.YESTERDAY’S WORD — MORPHOSIS miso miss moor morph moss oomph oops romp room pooh poor posh prim prism prom hiss hoop shim ship shoo shop shrimp sophism spoorTo purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last!RULES OF THE GAME:1. Words must be of four or more letters.2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed.Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at [email protected].

Horoscopes Dec. 13, 2023: Taylor Swift, come through with your promises

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Taylor Swift, 34; Jamie Foxx, 56; Steve Buscemi, 66; Wendie Malick, 73.Happy Birthday: Stick to the basics, the truth and realistic expectations this year. If you exaggerate, it will complicate matters and make it difficult for you to keep up or come through with your promises. Pay attention to your health and well-being. Staying fit through exercise and healthy eating habits will help you stay strong. Time is on your side, and honesty will ward off trouble. Your numbers are 7, 10, 14, 27, 32, 35, 48.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Don’t overthink if focusing on physically making a difference or taking care of business will bring the highest returns. An emotional situation is best left alone until you clearly understand the problem and the possible outcome. Bide your time. 2 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t jump into something prematurely. Take your time, plan your actions and leave nothing to chance. Preparation will put your mind at ease an...

Bridge: Dec. 13, 2023

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

“Got all your Christmas gifts wrapped?” I asked Unlucky Louie in the club lounge.“Insofar as I am able,” Louie sighed. “My wife says if you’ve ever seen a butcher wrapping a package of pork chops, you have some idea of my skill at wrapping Christmas gifts.”In today’s deal in a penny game, Louie played at 3NT, and West led the ten of hearts. Louie won in dummy, pondered briefly and led a diamond to his ten. West took the king and led another heart. Louie won that and cashed the ace of diamonds -– and came unglued when West discarded. Louie had eight tricks but no chance for another.OVERTRICKWith good luck in diamonds, Louie might have made an overtrick, but to wrap up nine tricks, he needs only two diamond tricks.To play safe, Louie leads a diamond to his ace at Trick Two. When the king falls from West, Louie is safe. If instead both defenders played low diamonds, Louie would lead a second diamond toward dummy. No matter how the suit lay, Louie would be sure of a second diamond trick...

Ask Amy: He says I’m not small enough to marry yet

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 16:26:32 GMT

Dear Amy: I’m a woman in my mid-20s, and I’ve been with my boyfriend since high school. I fell in love with him in ninth grade and (honestly) pursued him for a couple of years until I let him catch me (ha ha).Related ArticlesAdvice | Ask Amy: I’m a big tipper, and I want to be thanked for it Advice | Ask Amy: The teachers won’t explain why they call my son disrespectful Advice | Ask Amy: How did my adventurous life end up like this, and can I get it back? Advice | Ask Amy: My husband can’t see why these houseguests disturb me Advice | Ask Amy: My neighbors want money because the leaves fall in their yard I’ve always been quite large and overweight, and my weight is a huge issue for him.He only showed an interest in dating me after I had lost a considerable amount of weight in high school.I’ve mainly kept this weight off, but it has been a struggle. I’m down to a size 8.We are talking ab...