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China’s economy grew 6.3% in the second quarter, missing forecasts even after near-stagnant growth a year earlier

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

HONG KONG (AP) — China’s economy grew 6.3% in the second quarter, missing forecasts even after near-stagnant growth a year earlier.Source

Two drivers charged with DUI after head-on collision in Stafford Co.

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

Police in Stafford, Va., say two drivers, both intoxicated, collided head on Thursday night after one of them crossed into the oncoming lane. (Courtesy SCSO) Police in Stafford, Va., say two drivers, both intoxicated, collided head on Thursday night after one of them crossed into the oncoming lane. (Courtesy SCSO) Police in Stafford County say two drivers have been charged with driving under the influence after their vehicles collided head-on Thursday night.“Who doesn’t enjoy a two for one deal? The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office doesn’t when it’s two intoxicated drivers in a crash.”So began the news release from the Sheriff’s office, who said the two drivers, both driving Honda Civics, c...

CONCACAF Gold Cup Finals

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

2023_Mexico 1, Panama 02021_United States 1, Mexico 0, ET2019_Mexico 1, United States 02017_United States 2, Jamaica 12015_Mexico 3, Jamaica 12013_United States 1, Panama 02011_Mexico 4, United States 22009_Mexico 5, United States 02007_United States 2, Mexico 12005_United States 0, Panama 0, U.S. won 3-1 on penalty kicks2003_Mexico 1, Brazil 0, OT2002_United States 2, Costa Rica 02000_Canada 2, Colombia 01998_Mexico 1, United States 01996_Mexico 2, Brazil 01993_Mexico 4, United States 01991_United States 0, Honduras 0, U.S. won 4-3 on penalty kicksNOTE: Brazil and Colombia competed as invited guestsSource

Fans get tattoos to commemorate Taylor Swift concert

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Taylor Swift came to town for her 'Eras Tour' and fans made sure to commemorate the experience forever.Some fans made bracelets to trade with other fans at many shows along the tour, but that wasn't enough for some that went as far as getting tattoos. Law enforcement trade Taylor Swift friendship bracelets at Denver ‘Eras Tour’ stop One fan said Taylor Swift performed one of their favorite songs in concert, and said "Seeing her perform it live was delightful and so I feel like that experience should be commemorated on my body forever."Some got lyrics tattooed, some got poorly drawn stars."One of the running jokes in the fandom is that Taylor can do anything but she can't draw stars, so some of us choose to tattoo her poorly drawn stars," one fan said. "It really is just a celebration of femininity."The pop star left marks forever in ink on her fans in Denver, but she also impacted lives outside of the Swiftie community.According to the Food Bank of the Rockies, Sw...

Denver offers public cooling centers during extreme heat

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) – In preparation for the extreme heat coming this week, the City and County of Denver is setting up cooling stations at area recreation centers for the public to use.An extreme heat advisory will be in effect from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, and Tuesday is forecast to be hot as well. Denver weather: Heat advisories Monday for hottest temperatures of the year The Centers For Disease Control reports that extreme heat can raise your core body temperature, and when your body cannot properly cool itself it could lead to serious health problems including heat stroke. Drinking alcohol or not drinking enough water creates an extreme risk.FOX31 spoke with families preparing for the rise in temperatures.“I mean it’s pretty hot so I’m definitely not excited to go to camp Tuesday,” said one young resident enjoying ice cream in the shade in Cherry Creek North. The CDC says extreme heat puts you in the danger zone when your body can no longer maintain a safe temperature.How heat ...

Seasonal allergies hitting Coloradans hard

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Allergy season is in full swing and for some Coloradans symptoms have been especially bad. "This season has been really bad," Jocelyn Kury told FOX31. “I’ve had nine years of allergy shots and this year is unquestionably horrible.” Dr. Rebin Kader, an allergist with UC Health Medical Center, said his office has been busy. “I would say the past 2-3 months, I’ve had patients where they never seek allergy care before, come into my office asking for treatment as quickly as possible,” Kader said. “From the past few years that I’ve been here, this has been the most bothersome for my patients in terms of symptoms."Kader said the recent weather has not only extended, but heightened allergy season. “Every time you have rain, wind, you’re going to get a little more vegetation if there’s more moisture in the air, and then the wind just carries all that pollen with it,” Kader said. “Studies show there’s been higher amounts of pollen, about 20% more pollen in...

Scorching Sunday prompts Miami-Dade’s first excessive heat warning from National Weather Service

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

Sweltering temperatures across South Florida had first responders issuing words of caution and led meteorologists to issue a first-of-its-kind warning for Miami-Dade County.Sunday was another scorching summer day for the region.“It makes you want to stay inside,” said Juriea Williams, who is visiting from Orlando.“I probably drank about five bottles of water today,” said Miami resident Moses Colon.Residents and visitors who spoke with 7News said the difference from prior summers is quite striking.“It’s not the typical Florida heat that I grew up with,” said Williams. The heat index reached 112 degrees Fahrenheit. “It reminds you that water is your best friend,” said Miami resident Julissa Pozos.For the first time ever, the National Weather Service in Miami issued an excessive heat warning for Miami-Dade County.With the combination of extreme heat and humidity, first responders say, knowing the signs and symptoms of heat-related i...

Levine Cava hosts Biscayne Bay Friendly Clean-up at Matheson Hammock Park

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

Volunteers cleaned up the South Florida coast to help protect one of its greatest ecosystems.Miami-Dade Daniella Levine Cava hosted a Biscayne Bay Clean-Up day at Matheson Hammock Park & Marina in Coral Gables, Sunday morning.The mayor joined volunteers as they picked up trash from Biscayne Bay and the shoreline,. They collected all kinds of trash, like plastics and even a tire.The event kicked off the reveal of Miami’s first-ever Biscayne Bay Friendly campaign, designed to educate residents and tourists on how to maintain and protect the bay all year long.“There’s little actions that we’re telling everybody to do every day,” said Levine Cava. “Don’t blame it on someone else, do your part, to pick up the trash, to keep trash out of the bay, and to really be an educator for the community about the importance of our bay.”In addition to the shore cleanup, Miami-Dade County partnered on the first-ever Ghost Trap Rodeo, hosted by Ocean ...

Dog named Justice recovers from stab wounds, injured dog named Hope brought to local animal hospital

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

An abandoned dog that was found suffering with horrific wounds is making a “paw-some” recovery, as the same animal rescue group that brought him in for treatment took another dog found injured on a South Florida street to an animal hospital.7News captured Justice shortly before he was released from Knowles Snapper Creek Animal Hospital in Southwest Miami-Dade, Sunday afternoon. His face is that of a pup that never gave up.“He’s a good dog. As injured as he was, as abused as he was, he was still very, very affectionate, very happy, wagging his tail, letting me walk him wherever I needed him to,” said Jonathan Giraldo, the man who rushed to Justice’s rescueVeterinarians at the animal hospital have sewn up the canine’s stab wounds with stitches.It was a little over a week ago when the pup was found in Pompano Beach suffering from stab wounds to his face, chest and torso.Giraldo remained by Justice’s side on Sunday.“I feel really hap...

Torrential downpour no obstacle for soccer fans waiting to see Messi at DRV PNK Stadium

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:47:17 GMT

A Sunday soaker did not stop thousands of soccer fans from welcoming one of the greatest players of all time in South Florida: Lionel Messi.Video showed fans dancing in the parking lot of DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale while holding a life-size cutout of the 36-year-old superstar, Sunday afternoon. “He’s the one and only, the greatest,” said a fan.“The Argentinian people are the happy people, you know? Even Messi is here, so the party is complete,” said another fan.Fans were celebrating as they waited to get inside DRV PNK Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.“It’s Messi, so it’s worth it,” said fan Randy Wilson. “It don’t matter the amount of money. As long as you see Messi, that’s all that matters.” Fans were not disappointed.Video showed Messi, wearing a white T-shirt as he held his son’s hand and waved to fans moments after he arrived at the stadium.But before the joyous moment happened, the skies open...