AKRON, Ohio (AP) — Nate Johnson had 18 points in Akron's 92-84 victory against Omaha on Saturday night. Johnson added five assists for the Zips (3-2). Isaiah Gray scored 16 points while going 6 of 10 from the floor, including 2 for 3 from 3-point range, and 2 for 4 from the line. Amani Lyles had 15 points and shot 6 for 9, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc. Marquel Sutton led the way for the Mavericks (2-5) with 26 points and six rebounds. Lance Waddles added 19 points, 10 rebounds and four assists for Omaha. JJ White also had 16 points. Akron led 40-36 at halftime, with Gray racking up 12 points. Tavari Johnson scored a team-high 12 points for Akron after intermission. The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
Modi's party heads for victory in Maharashtra state election while opposition wins JharkhandSouth Korea's president avoids an impeachment attempt over martial lawIf there's one thing that might just define Australia, it's invasion. From and to , and , our continent is no stranger to invasive species and the desecration they can bring. But few have been as successful as the fox. Covering some 80 per cent of Australia's continental landmass, it's estimated there are more than 1.7 million feral foxes in the country after first being brought over by European settlers. Part-time electrician and hunter Adam Wright is among those who are fighting back in his home state of Western Australia. What started as a hobby to help local farmers has developed into a fox-focused feral animal control business which sees his team help everyone from small property owners and hobby farmers to large-scale agricultural operators, caravan parks and even wildlife parks and bird zoos to keep the foxes at bay. "Our annual records indicate a steady increase in the number of animals removed each year," he told Yahoo News Australia. His team of licensed hunters meticulously record data on a majority of the animals, including sex, weight, and dietary habits through stomach content analysis and, according to Adam, prioritise ethical kills wherever possible. One of the main issues that drive demand for the service is predation on livestock. "Foxes prey on a wide range of livestock, including lambs, chickens, and young calves, causing significant economic losses for farmers," Adam said. "One example would be a farm we currently work on, which used to lose around 200 lambs a year. We have reduced that number to 19." Australia's has long been a key reason state governments have sought to control and reduce fox populations, which are estimated to kill . "Our biggest concern is the impact on native wildlife. Foxes are a major threat to native wildlife populations," Adam told Yahoo. 🦌 🚙 🏝️ "The last major problem we get called in for is disease transmission. Foxes can carry and transmit diseases. Mange is the main one, but they can also carry rabies and transmit it to farmers' working dogs, livestock, and even humans." While it's not an issue most Australians living in cities probably think about, the species are increasingly encroaching on more built up areas with foxes routinely spotted in places such as Melbourne. However Adam is painfully aware of the stigma such work has in the eyes of some Australians, saying there is a "disconnect between the reality of pest control work and the perceptions of those unfamiliar with the industry". Despite his apprehension, he the sometimes confronting images of hunts online to display the problem that shows little sign of abating. "We face constant online harassment and threats from animal activists. While it was initially upsetting, we've learned to use both positive and negative attention to raise awareness about our work and the importance of feral animal control," he said. "We understand that parading our kills may not be ideal, but we're also influencers in the development of new technologies to aid our work. We work hard to avoid showing blood and guts and use editing software to remove such images. This is one of our biggest tools for gaining views and spreading our message." He's certainly far from the only one. Self-described huntress Kirby Dickson runs an annual Williams community fox shoot in the Great Southern region of WA. On social media the event page boasts killing 4,706 foxes since 2019, this week sharing a video (seen below) of fox, cat and pig carcasses being discarded in a mass grave after a shoot. "Of course it's going to be confronting, but it's horrific for the farmers to come across these animals that we then have to put down," she previously told the ABC. "People don't see the first hand damage like us." Scientists and researchers have joined annual fox culling events in WA with landcare organisations actually reporting a fall in numbers, reported earlier this year. In Victoria a fox bounty scheme by the state government, which has provided $10 for each decapitated fox scalp presented by shooters (to be increased to $14 from next year) has drawn some criticism . Adam would like to see such a scheme reintroduced in WA as well as other options put on the table by the WA government to help drive down fox numbers. "While there are various small programs [such as bating], there's a lack of clear information and accessibility for recreational firearm owners. More opportunities, like responsible hunting on public land, should be explored," he argued. "Many recreational shooters would be willing to pay a yearly fee or participate in a lottery system to access public land, as is done in the US."
PNC Financial Services Group Inc. Purchases 6,521 Shares of Arch Capital Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:ACGL)has been ripped into by boxing fans after the Puerto Rican fighter tried to mock whilst calling out the interim WBC light-heavyweight champion, online. The 27-year-old, dubbed The Chosen One, took to social media to suggest resembles the iconic Halloween character, with a hairline that isn't doing much for the WBA interim light-heavyweight champion as he posted a photo of the Cuban's side profile " [laughing emoji]. Listen man, @benevidez," wrote via X.com, formerly known as Twitter. "Stop the cap that we ain't want to fight you bro. "And don't lose to this n**** man look at that fucked up hairline. If you lose to you done with boxing." Fans mock Berlanga The development comes as prepare to face off for the chance to fight the winner of a rematch, which is yet to be made because is also looking for a shot at the undisputed light-heavyweight champion. had previously suggested that Berlanga didn't deserve his own shot against Canelo on September 14, when he lost the bout for the WBA, WBC and WBO super middleweight titles by unanimous decision (118-109, 118-109, 117-111). But the mockery backfired as fans took the side of the Mexican Monster on social media by jesting that the Chosen One could not beat either if he stepped into the wrong against them. One user wrote, " would finish you, you next bum." A second added, "Before you criticize any boxer, you need to achieve something in boxing besides getting your ass whipped by . Fight another top challenger and prove you belong in the conversation." Whilst a third wrote, "You're going to fight 17 loss, coming out of retirement aren't you?"
As Lang Ping celebrates her 64th birthday, greetings and well-wishes from fans, athletes, and sports enthusiasts around the world have been pouring in. The Olympic community has also joined in the celebration, recognizing Lang Ping's contributions to the sport and her role in promoting the Olympic spirit of friendship, respect, and excellence.Australia dumps plan for fines for social media giants enabling misinformation