NFL investigators have been interviewing massage therapists who have accused Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior, the Baltimore Banner reported Friday. The news website cited three women who participated in the inquiry. The Banner has reported accusations from 16 massage therapists from eight Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. The NFL previously said it would look into the matter. Tucker said after the initial allegations emerged that he has never received any complaints from a massage therapist or been told he was not welcome at a spa or other place of business. NFL investigators have been interviewing massage…
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Also: Cheer efforts | Imperiling government | Faulty comparison | Sign on ineptitude | Attacking humanity. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for Feb. 23, 2025. Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Human cost of Trump’s policies is unknown Americans across the country aren’t fully aware and aren’t seeing coverage of hundreds of demonstrations everywhere, every day, across the nation, in response to the mass firings and U.S. agencies closing around the country, many in Washington, D.C. While Donald Trump and Elon Musk tear down our country and spit at…
A major cryptocurrency exchange says it was the victim of a sophisticated hack that stole about $1.5 billion worth of digital currency, marking one of the biggest online thefts of all time. Bybit said Friday that a routine transfer of Ethereum, one of the most popular cryptocurrencies, between digital wallets was “manipulated” by an attacker who transferred the crypto to an unidentified address. The company sought to reassure customers that their cryptocurrency holdings with the exchange were safe. The company added that news of the hack had led to a surge in withdrawal requests and there could be delays in…
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan has agreed to a multiyear contract extension for Dusty May, who this season became the first basketball coach in school history to win his first 13 home games. The school announced the move on Friday, two hours before tipping off against rival Michigan State. “His commitment to this university and the success of the men’s basketball program has far exceeded our expectations and makes us all excited for what the future holds,” athletic director Warde Manuel said. May, a Bob Knight protege, made it clear he is happy with the 12th-ranked Wolverines and had no…
A woman used online dating apps to lure at least four older men to meet her in person, then drugged them with sedatives and stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in a “sinister” romance scheme, FBI officials in Las Vegas said Friday. Three of the men died, authorities said, and she has been charged in one of their deaths. Aurora Phelps, 43, who is in custody in Mexico, faces 21 counts including wire fraud, identity theft and one count of kidnapping resulting in death, Sue Fahami, the acting United States attorney for the District of Nevada, said at a news…
A woman has been charged with more than 100 counts of stealing around $1.6 million while she was employed at a Port Kennedy business. A woman has been charged with more than 100 counts of stealing around $1.6 million while she was employed at a Port Kennedy business. By Sarah Brookes February 22, 2025 — 7.56am Financial Crimes Squad detectives have travelled to the United Kingdom to extradite a 62-year-old woman who has been charged with 103 offences, following an extensive investigation into a series of stealing offences. During the time of the offending, the accused was employed in an…
The leaders of SEIU Local 1021 said they plan to return to the bargaining table Monday, but suggested that future strikes were possible if negotiations did not go as they hoped. Said Muhammed and others take part in a strike outside the Alameda County Superior Courthouse in downtown Oakland, Calif., on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group) Hundreds of court clerks, legal assistants and other staffers returned to their Alameda County courthouses Friday, allowing courtrooms to begin operating as normal after a two-day strike that hobbled the East Bay’s justice system. The leaders of SEIU Local 1021…
WASHINGTON — New FBI Director Kash Patel has told senior officials that he plans to relocate up to 1,000 employees from Washington to field offices around the country and move an additional 500 to a bureau facility in Huntsville, Alabama, according to a person with knowledge of the discussions. The plans were communicated Friday, the same day Patel was sworn in at the White House, and are in keeping with his oft-stated vision of reducing the size of the FBI’s footprint in Washington and having more of a presence in offices in other cities. “Director Patel has made clear his…
Visitors of all ages explored the latest vehicles from 17 different manufacturers, including Toyota, Kia, Porsche, Lexus and Infiniti. Visitors look at a Tesla Cybercab, also known as the Robotaxi, on display during the 2025 Silicon Valley Auto Show at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. The two-passenger self-driving car is fully autonomous with no steering wheel or pedals. Attendees explored the latest vehicles from 17 manufacturers, the chance for test drives, and a demo of a TOboR Home Dog. The show runs from Friday, Feb. 21, through Sunday, Feb. 23. (Ray Chavez/Bay…
Also: Trump’s line | Enforcing law | Sound alarm | Senators’ silence. East Bay Times reader letters to the editor for Feb. 23, 2025. Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. DOGE ditches efficiency for lawlessness We are having the wrong public conversation about federal government “efficiency” and spending cuts. It’s not about efficiency at all. It’s about lawlessness. I offer the following analogy: If you are concerned about crime in your neighborhood, and you show up at the police station and open your trunk to show them the “suspects” you’ve apprehended, they’re…
Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of…
The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an…
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early as next year, its founder told Reuters. Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early as next year, its founder told Reuters. Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early…
The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an…
China reiterated on Thursday its suspension-for-suspension proposal, saying it is the most feasible option for the Korean Peninsula nuclear issue under the current situation. China reiterated on Thursday its suspension-for-suspension proposal, saying it is the most feasible option for the Korean Peninsula nuclear issue under the current situation. China reiterated on Thursday its suspension-for-suspension proposal, saying it is the most feasible option for the Korean Peninsula nuclear issue under the current situation.
The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday. The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday. The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday.
A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security. A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security. A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security.
A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security. A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security. A US citizen suspected of theft in the United States who fled to China was repatriated on Tuesday, according to the Ministry of Public Security.
President Trump announced that he had fired Gen. CQ Brown, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and planned to replace him with Air Force Lt. Gen.
The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday. The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday. The number of Chinese students taking advantage of an Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States, has seen growth for seven straight years, according to a report released on Tuesday.