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Florida mom wins $2M lottery prize day after daughter beats cancer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida woman recently won a $2 million lottery prize – but that wasn't even the best news she received that week. Geraldine Gimblet, of Lakeland, told the Florida Lottery she stopped at Pipkin Road Beverage Castle for a ticket.“At first, the gas station clerk thought there were no tickets left, but I asked him to double check because I like the crossword games the best," Gimblet said. "He found the last one!”Upon finishing the puzzle, she realized she had won $2 million.But that was far from the only positive news for Gimblet. Gimblet’s daughter told the Lottery, "The day before my mom bought this ticket, I rang the bell and walked out of the hospital after completing my last treatment for breast cancer."She said her mother had taken out her life savings to take care of her while she was sick."I’m just so happy for her!” she said.Gimblet claimed her $2 million top prize from the $2 million Bonus Cashword scratch-off game at Florida Lottery Headquarters ...

The do's and don'ts of asking for a raise at work

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

(WEALTH OF GEEKS) - Studies show, despite the stress typically associated with asking for more money at work, 78% of people who ask will receive a raise. Meanwhile, only 2% of people who didn't ask for a raise, got one anyways.Asking for a pay increase is a nerve-wracking experience for many people.What if they say no? Will it make you look bad because you want more money?When asking for a raise the odds are in your favor, and the average annual raise rate in the United States is 7.6%.The key to getting the "yes" is to ensure you make a strong case for yourself without appearing greedy or entitled. Following a few key dos and don'ts can increase your chances of success.Do: Research Your WorthBefore asking for a pay increase, it's crucial to do your research to make sure you truly are underpaid and to give you an idea of what your salary should be.Look up the average salaries for your job title in your geographic location, and consider factors like your ...

Wild sign top prospect Brock Faber of the Gophers to entry-level contract

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

About 12 hours after the Gophers’ crushing defeat in the NCAA championship game, Minnesota native Brock Faber has signed an entry-level contract with his home-state Wild.The official release came on Sunday morning as the Wild announced that they have signed the 20-year-old Faber to a three-year contract starting with the 2022-23 season. He will join the Wild immediately and will travel with them on the upcoming road trip to Chicago.It’s still unclear if Faber will make his NHL debut against the Chicago Blackhawks on Monday night at the United Center. He could also wait about 24 hours and make his NHL debut against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday night at the Xcel Energy Center.As the Gophers’ captain this season, Faber had 27 points (4 goals, 23 assists), while serving as a stabilizing force on the blue line. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound Maple Grove native leaves college with a long list of accolades that includes him being named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year tw...

The California roll probably wasn't invented in California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

The California roll is a staple at sushi restaurants around the U.S. No matter where you order it, you'll find pretty much the same three ingredients — cucumber, avocado and crab (sometimes imitation crab) — rolled up in seaweed and rice. The roll's provenance isn't as well known as its ingredients, but the most widely accepted origin story takes us pretty far from California — and more than 4,500 miles from Japan, for that matter. The California roll is widely reported to have originated in Vancouver, Canada. Hidekazu Tojo came to Vancouver in the early '70s and started working at one of the city's only sushi restaurants, reports Food52. At that time, the average diner liked tempura and teriyaki dishes, but wasn't really interested in raw fish, Tojo told the publication. Is the rain finally over for California? People were interested, however, in eating cooked crab. So he crafted the roll using cooked crab, avocado and cucumber.The other thing Tojo did to cater to diners' tastes...

Fremont police investigating Saturday evening shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

The Fremont Police Department is asking the public for information about a shooting Saturday evening near Fremont Boulevard and Thornton Avenue.Fremont police say the shooting happened shortly after 6:30 p.m. Saturday when a vehicle pulled up alongside a pedestrian in the 37000 block of Fremont Boulevard. A person from the vehicle got out and, during a confrontation, opened fire on the pedestrian, police said.No one was injured in the shooting. The pedestrian ran to a nearby neighborhood while the assailants fled the scene.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | ‘This tragedy was avoidable’: New records show how Hayward police found 8-year-old Sophia’s Mason — but it was already too late Crime and Public Safety | San Jose shooting leaves victim with life-threatening injuries: police Crime and Public Safety | Troubled ex-49ers star Aldon Smith sentenced to a year in jail for DUI Crime and Public Safety | ...

Woman punched, robbed at UC Berkeley

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

BERKELEY, Calif. (KRON) – A woman was punched and robbed early Sunday morning at UC Berkeley, according to University of California Police Department. Rohnert Park man arrested for elder abuse, injuring officer: police At around 1:21 a.m., a woman was walking on the 2200 block of Hearst Avenue when she was allegedly punched in the head by a male. The suspect robbed the woman’s purse and fled the area, UCPD said.KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }The suspect is described as a male wearing a white shirt and black pants. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Berkeley Police Department at (510)-981-5900.

Driver shoots at pedestrian following confrontation

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

FREMONT, Calif. (KRON) – A confrontation between a pedestrian and a driver led to a shooting Saturday evening, according to the Fremont Police Department.Shortly after 6:30 p.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 37000 block of Fremont Boulevard. A suspect vehicle allegedly pulled up next to a pedestrian and a confrontation ensued, which led to the suspect vehicle shooting at the pedestrian, police said. Rohnert Park man arrested for elder abuse, injuring officer: police The pedestrian did not sustain any gunshot wounds and fled into a nearby neighborhood until he was contacted by officers. The suspect vehicle fled the scene prior to officers arriving, FPD said.KRON On is streaming news live now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }This incident is curre...

Wolfsburg’s European hopes hit in loss to Gladbach

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

MÖNCHENGLADBACH, Germany (AP) — Wolfsburg’s chances of qualifying for European competition next season took a blow Sunday in a 2-0 loss to Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. Wolfsburg had the ball in the net in the 10th minute but video review showed Omar Marmoush had been offside before he scored on a counter. Nathan Ngoumou gave Gladbach the lead with his first Bundesliga goal after signing in August. The French winger took full advantage of his first start since January as he sidestepped defender Micky van de Ven and hit the ball low post goalkeeper Koen Casteels.Ngoumou had a part in the second goal as his cross was headed on by Alassane Pléa and finished off by Marcus Thuram, who was left unmarked in front of goal to head in.Wolfsburg could have risen to seventh with a win but stays ninth, with Gladbach one place behind.Later Sunday, Bochum plays Stuttgart and Hoffenheim takes on Schalke.___More AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer and https://twitter.com/AP_...

Van der Poel wins Paris-Roubaix classic for 1st time

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

ROUBAIX, France (AP) — Dutch rider Mathieu van der Poel won the grueling Paris-Roubaix one-day classic for the first time on Sunday to clinch his second “monument race” victory of the season after Milan-San Remo.The 28-year-old Van der Poel profited from a puncture to his main rival Wout van Aert of Belgium about 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) from the end. He entered the Roubaix velodrome alone and had time to wave to the fans. Van der Poel finished 46 seconds ahead of Jasper Philipsen, his Alpecin-Deceuninck teammate, who beat Van Aert in a sprint to the line. “Incredible how we rode as a team today. It’s not possible to do better than this,” Van der Poel said. “I think I had one of my best days on the bike.” Several of the pre-race favorites were in a seven-rider breakaway group with Van Aert and Van der Poel that stayed together until late in the 256.6-kilometer (159-mile) trek from Compiègne to Roubaix.Van der Poel knocked over John Degenkolb with 16 kilometers (10 miles) left...

Palace routs Leeds 5-1 in comeback Premier League win

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:13:18 GMT

LEEDS, England (AP) — Crystal Palace routed Leeds 5-1 on Sunday to secure a second straight win under new manager Roy Hodgson and boost its chances of Premier League survival.Hodgson was tempted out of retirement last month as Palace turned to its former manager in a bid to avoid relegation. And he has had an immediate impact, securing maximum points in his first two games back in charge of the London club. Jordan Ayew led a second-half scoring spree at Elland Road after Patrick Bamford had put Leeds ahead after 21 minutes. Marc Guehi evened the score in first-half stoppage time before Palace took charge after the break. Palace moved up to 12th, while Leeds remains 16th, two points above the relegation zone.Leeds took the lead when Bamford headed home his 50th goal for the club in all competitions.Palace equalized with a close-range finish by Guehi, which was ruled onside after a VAR check.Palace then turned the game on its head, stunning the home crowd with two goals in three minut...