Day: March 22, 2022

By NEBI QENA and CARA ANNA KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian forces fought off continuing Russian efforts to occupy Mariupol and claimed to have retaken a strategic suburb of Kyiv on Tuesday, mounting a defense so dogged that it is stoking fears Russia’s Vladimir Putin will escalate the war to new heights. “Putin’s back is…

By DARLENE SUPERVILLE WASHINGTON (AP) — White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday that she is positive again for COVID-19 and will not accompany President Joe Biden to Europe this week for urgent meetings with world counterparts on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Biden tested negative on Tuesday, she said. Psaki’s reinfection follows recent positive…

The Orlando Magic signed Jeff Dowtin to a 10-day contract, the team announced Tuesday morning ahead of their matchup against the Golden State Warriors. This will be the second stint in Orlando for Dowtin, who’ll wear No. 11 and occupy the Magic’s 15th and final standard roster spot for the duration of his deal. Dowtin…

A late-season return from meniscus surgery is becoming increasingly unlikely for Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball. Ball ceased running this week in the latest development in his recovery process, which has been stymied by continued knee discomfort for several weeks. He won’t attempt to run again for 10 days. Ball hasn’t been able to sprint…

Valeri Liukin was upset with his newest student, Andrea Orris, almost immediately. “We had a rough start,” Orris recalled. It was 1999, and Orris had just joined the World Olympic Gymnastics Academy, the about to be internationally renowned Plano, Texas, gym co-founded and co-owned by Liukin, an Olympic and world champion for the Soviet Union.…

Welcome to the Ravens’ free-agency tracker, which will be updated throughout the offseason as the roster takes shape. With the NFL’s new league year beginning March 16 at 4 p.m., teams can officially announce signings and trades. Here’s a rundown of who the Ravens have signed thus far and who’s still on the open market:…

By AAMER MADHANI WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden plans to announce new sanctions against Russia on Thursday while in Brussels for meetings with NATO and European allies, according to a top national security aide. Biden, who will take part in a special meeting of NATO and address the European Council summit, is also expected…

As the Miami Dolphins await a decision from prime free-agent tackle Terron Armstead, they already have taken one step this offseason toward fixing a troublesome, concerning offensive line. Former Dallas Cowboys guard Connor Williams comes to Miami as one potential solution on a line that could probably use upgrades at four of the five positions.…

Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Dan Albano’s Diamond Club outstanding softball players last week, March 21: Leslie Egan, Savanna, Sr.: Egan went 4 for 5 with two home runs and five RBIs in a 25-2 win against Western to help the Rebels improve to 2-0 in the Orange…

A felon was convicted Monday of special circumstances murder for trying to shoot a gang rival but instead gunning down a man who was working a food truck in a Santa Ana neighborhood on Father’s Day six years ago. An Orange County Superior Court jury deliberated for less than three hours before finding Jose De…

A late-season return from meniscus surgery is becoming increasingly unlikely for Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball. Ball ceased running this week in the latest development in his recovery process, which has been stymied by continued knee discomfort for several weeks. He won’t attempt to run again for 10 days. Ball hasn’t been able to sprint…

A felon was convicted Monday of special circumstances murder for trying to shoot a gang rival but instead gunning down a man who was working a food truck in a Santa Ana neighborhood on Father’s Day six years ago. An Orange County Superior Court jury deliberated for less than three hours before finding Jose De…

Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe now Dan Albano’s Diamond Club outstanding softball players last week, March 21: Leslie Egan, Savanna, Sr.: Egan went 4 for 5 with two home runs and five RBIs in a 25-2 win against Western to help the Rebels improve to 2-0 in the Orange…

The Orlando Magic signed Jeff Dowtin to a 10-day contract, the team announced Tuesday morning ahead of their matchup against the Golden State Warriors. This will be the second stint in Orlando for Dowtin, who’ll wear No. 11 and occupy the Magic’s 15th and final standard roster spot for the duration of his deal. Dowtin…

Valeri Liukin was upset with his newest student, Andrea Orris, almost immediately. “We had a rough start,” Orris recalled. It was 1999, and Orris had just joined the World Olympic Gymnastics Academy, the about to be internationally renowned Plano, Texas, gym co-founded and co-owned by Liukin, an Olympic and world champion for the Soviet Union.…

PDF is one of the most common file formats that we use every day. But when you have to merge different PDF files together, we usually rely on a third-party tool. For Mac users, however, there is a way out that allows you to merge various PDF files into one single document using a macOS…

An effort to remove two Westminster City Council members from office has failed, with recall proponents falling short by more than 200 signatures in both attempts. The Orange County Registrar of Voters announced on Monday, March 21, that only 1,907 of the 2,878 signatures submitted to recall Councilman Carlos Manzo could be authenticated. Advocates needed…

ALL-CIF BOYS SOCCER TEAMS 2021-22 DIVISION 1 PLAYER OF THE YEAR – Eddie Villeda, Servite COACH OF THE YEAR – Eddie Soto, Servite FIRST TEAM Sawyer Sachen 12 F Aliso Niguel Angel Rico 12 F Cathedral Misael Gonzalez-Lopez 12 F Fullerton Ramses Esquival 12 F Godinez Daniel Kotkosky 12 GK Huntington Beach Reid Fisher 12…

By NEBI QENA and CARA ANNA KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine said it retook a strategically important suburb of Kyiv on Tuesday, as Russian forces squeezed other areas near the capital and pressed their attack on the embattled southern port of Mariupol. Explosions and bursts of gunfire shook Kyiv, and black smoke rose from a…

Jo Koy has been working long days, his schedule overflowing with projects. The comedian and actor is filming the pilot for his single-camera sitcom “Josep” for ABC; touring comedy clubs and theaters across the country (including May 20-22 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino in Rancho Mirage) on his Funny is Funny World Tour; and preparing…