VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESSWIRE / December 2, 2024 / Regency Silver Corp. ("Regency Silver" or the "Company"), (TSXV:RSMX)(OTCQB:RSMXF) is pleased to welcome Patrick Elliott to the Board of Directors of the Company. Mr. Elliott has over 20 years experience in mineral exploration, project evaluation, resource sector finance and managing public and private exploration companies. He is an accomplished economic geologist with a BSc. in Geology from the University of Western Ontario, a MSc. in Mineral Economics and an MBA in Mining Finance from Curtin University of Technology and the Western Australian School of Mines. Mr. Elliott is currently President & CEO of Forte Minerals Corp (CSE: CUAU), a founder and director of Element 29 Resources (TSX-V: ECU) both focused on copper and gold exploration in Peru, President and CEO of Lexore Capital Corp., a private resource investment company and VP Strategy at Globetrotters Resources Group, a private Peruvian copper and gold project generator. Mr. Elliott has over 10 years of professional experience in mineral exploration working throughout North and South America on world class porphyry copper and gold projects including Teck's Zafranal Porphyry Cu-Au and Perpetua's Stibnite Au-Sb Project in Idaho, both of which have recently received government approval for environmental mine permitting. He is also involved with the team at Element 29 that discovered the Elida Porphyry Cu-Mo-Ag Project in Peru which is proving to be a new pipeline porphyry copper project. Bruce Bragagnolo, Regency Executive Chairman stated "We are pleased to welcome someone of Patrick's calibre to the Regency Board of Directors. His experience with porphyry copper and gold exploration along with his public company credentials will be invaluable to the Company as we advance our flagship Dios Padre project." Mr. Elliott, as an independent director, will also be a member of Regency's audit committee. Regency's audit committee consists of Michael Thomson, Michael Tucker and Patrick Elliott. For further details about Regency Silver please visit the Company's website at www.Regency-Silver.com . Contact Information Regency Silver Corp. Bruce Bragagnolo, Executive Chairman Phone: 1-604-417-9517 Email: bruce@regency-silver.com Gijsbert Groenewegen, Chief Executive Officer Phone: 1-646-247-1000 Email: gijs@regency-silver.com ABOUT REGENCY SILVER CORP.: Regency Silver Corp. is a Canadian resource company exploring for high grade gold, copper, and silver in Mexico. Regency Silver is led by a team of experienced professionals with expertise in both exploration and production. Regency's flagship project is the high grade Dios Padre project in Sonora, Mexico where Regency has made a large, high grade, gold-copper-silver discovery which appears to be a large magmatic-hydrothermal system which widens at depth. Drill results have included 38 metres of 7.36 g/t gold in hole REG 23-21, 36 metres of 6.84 g/t gold, 0.88% copper and 21.8 g/t silver in hole REG 22-01, and 29.4 m of 6.32 g/t gold in hole REG 23-14. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.SOURCE: Regency Silver Corp. View the original on accesswire.com
By Sheree Strange Australia is a big country, and exploring all of it can feel overwhelming if you're on a tight budget. Luckily, there are many amazing accessible experiences that won't break the bank across all the states and territories. Befriend the wildlife Queenslanders are a friendly bunch – and we're not just talking about the humans. There are plenty of opportunities to befriend the wildlife of the Sunshine State (just be sure to do so safely and under supervision). If your budget doesn't stretch to an all-day ticket to the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, or you don't have a full day in your itinerary to spare, you can pop along to the daily Lorikeet Feedings for free. READ MORE: The best hotels in Australia have been crowned for 2024 At 8am and 4pm, the beautiful birds descend on the flat and paved Lorikeet Arena and feast on the seed provided right from your hands. You can watch from a short distance behind a low fence (height of 630mm to allow unobstructed views), or you can get in there and feed them yourself for a gold coin donation. Frolic in the forest If your holiday takes you to Far North Queensland , you'll want to take full advantage of your proximity to one of the world's oldest tropical rainforests. The Wet Tropics are 80 million years older than the Amazon, and home to staggering biodiversity in flora and fauna. You can experience a section of it for free at the Cairns Botanic Gardens, which has the best exhibition of tropical plants in Australia. Most areas are fully accessible (though some paths in the Flecker Gardens are not suitable for wheelchair users), and there is a helpful accessibility map available on the local government website , along with details about free walking and bird-watching tours. READ MORE: Top locations to escape off-grid in Japan Make a (beach) day of it Many tourists head straight for the big-name beaches of Bondi and Coogee, but there's a lot more accessible fun to be had on a budget at Manly Beach. Take one of Sydney's accessible ferries across to Manly , and spend the day on the scenic foreshore. If you want to take a dip, head to the Queenscliff Rockpool (widened ramp access from the beach and modified pool stairs) or borrow a beach wheelchair from the Manly Life Saving Club and get out on the sand. Rinse off at the accessible showers, then wheel or wander along the flat paved paths of the beachfront promenade. Kids will have a wonderful time at the North Steyne Major inclusive playground , with a pod swing, carousel, sensory play boards, and a Butterfly see-saw to cater to all abilities. Appreciate some art Across New South Wales , you have plenty of opportunities for art appreciation, with many museums offering free or discounted admission. The Art Gallery of New South Wales is the shining jewel in the art scene's crown, welcoming over one million visitors each year. Admission is free, and the galleries are open 10am-5pm daily (excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday). The venue is designed for universal access, with barrier-free entrances and navigation throughout. There are both accessible bathrooms and a Changing Places facility available for use. Additional aids and supports are available for people with low vision or colour vision deficiency, people who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing , and people with sensory sensitivities . Everyone gets an opportunity to fully appreciate the art on display. Go big before you go home No trip around Australia is complete without checking one or two Big Things off your bucket list. There are several you can visit across New South Wales, including: the Big Banana in Coffs Harbour ; the Big Merino in Goulburn; the Big Prawn in Ballina; the Big Potato in Robertson; and the Big Kookaburra in Kurri Kurri. Most of these sculptures are free to see, and can be accessed by vehicle or on foot and/or wheel. You can purchase a souvenir or a themed meal at each, or simply snap a photo for your scrapbook for a free memento. Bask on the beach The beautiful beaches of Western Australia are less crowded than their East Coast counterparts, with free services and support available for visitors with disabilities. The beach at Hillary's Boat Harbour has been developed with accessibility in mind. There is permanent beach matting leading to the water at the swimming cove, and an accessible fishing platform at the northern end of the harbour. If you're approaching from the water, or heading out that way, a Universal Floating Pontoon allows for easy boarding and disembarking. Two free beach wheelchairs are available for use. Sorrento Beach, also in Perth 's northern suburbs, has a beach wheelchair and all-terrain walker free to use on a first-come-first-serve basis (no bookings required). Park at the convenient accessible parking, and make your way around on the firm sand with gentle gradient, or stick to the barrier-free paths. There is a Changing Places facility at Sorrento, accessible with an MLAK key. Get back to nature National Parks throughout Western Australia have step-free paths and viewing decks, allowing you to get close to nature without sacrificing accessibility. In Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, take in spectacular views on the Cape to Cape Track, with a 3.5km path from Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse to Sugarloaf Rock lookout. The sealed grade 1 track is suitable for visitors using mobility aids , and there is seating en route if you'd like to rest and take it all in. Entry is free. Take it up a notch with the incredible Valley of the Giants treetop walk in Walpole-Nornalup National Park. The 600m path is suspended 40m above the forest floor, with incredible unique views from accessible vantage points. There are complimentary wheelchairs available for visitors with limited mobility, as well as designated parking and accessible bathrooms. Peer into the past The newly-renovated National ANZAC Centre in Albany offers an award-winning experience for visitors of all ages and abilities. The museum uses multimedia, interactive technology and historical artefacts to create a personal connection with the past, as well as pay tribute to those who served. All areas, including outdoor pathways and interiors, are step-free. There is designated parking and a wheelchair accessible bathroom available. Tickets are $25 for adults, with concessions available for cardholders and children. Companion Cards are accepted. Group tours of 10+ people also attract a lower rate. While you're there, wander around the grounds and take in the Princess Royal Fortress Convoy Walk & Lookout. You'll see original gun batteries, large coastal gun defences and the barracks where officers lived and worked. If you're lucky you may even catch a traditional gun salute! Entry is free, with gold coin donations encouraged. READ MORE: 10 must-try winter activities for all abilities See the sun set Darwin , the territory's capital, has endless excellent spots to catch a truly stunning sunset. Access at some of the more popular spots, like Mindil Beach, can be challenging, but there are plenty of alternatives. Cullen Bay Beach has an accessible path that runs parallel to the sandy beach, with unobstructed views as the sun goes down. The Darwin Waterfront also has step-free access across a single level, designated parking, accessible bathrooms, and a Mobi-Mat down to the water until 6pm. Go chasing waterfalls The Northern Territory has a reputation for being dry and dusty, but the picturesque waterfalls prove that it's undeserved. Wangi Falls in Litchfield National Park (150km south of Darwin) has everything you need for a low-cost day trip. There's plenty of undercover seating in accessible paved areas, a wheelchair accessible viewing platform, gas barbecues for lunch (or the Wangi Falls Cafe if you'd prefer lunch made for you), and two access points to take a dip (including one by ramp). The falls are closed to swimming during the wet season (October-March), but that's when they're flowing fastest, which looks fantastic in photos. Meander around the markets The Northern Territory has some of the best local markets in Australia. Each has its own community flavour, but you'll always find amazing bargains. The Parap Markets (8am-2pm every Saturday, whatever the weather) has incredible Asian cuisine on offer, as well as arts and crafts. Head down early to Rapid Creek Markets (7am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, year-round), and you'll get the best pick of fresh produce to fuel you for your whole trip. The Nightcliff Sunday Markets (8am-2pm) is the best spot to pick up a unique gift with a wide range of crafts and plants, or treat yourself to a reflexology massage, or simply relax in the shade and enjoy free entertainment by local artists. Try a tipple No trip to South Australia is complete without trying a tipple in the world-renowned wine region. You needn't shell out big bucks to have a taste of some of the best wines in the world, as cellar door experiences are usually very reasonably priced. The fully-accessible ArtWine Estate tasting experience is just $25 per person, which gets you six fresh and vibrant wines plus a small Adelaide Hills cheese tasting plate and delicious house-roasted almonds. Check out a church Adelaide is the City of Churches, and there are many architectural wonders to behold. St Peter's Cathedral is a landmark in the city, and free to visit. Worshippers can attend morning or evening services, and sight-seers are welcomed across the middle of the day (check opening hours close to your visit, as they are subject to change for events). The main body of the cathedral is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible unisex bathroom and designated parking. Indulge your sweet tooth Chocaholics rejoice! Haigh's Chocolates offers free tours of its factory in Parkside, and it's a must-do for anyone with a sweet tooth. You can choose whether to take a guided tour, or make your own way around, to see the chocolatiers in action. Watch the chocolate frogs (the best chocolate frogs in the world), truffles, and bars roll off the production line, and – if you're lucky – score some chocolate seconds. You don't need to book, so it's a flexible option to fill a gap in your itinerary. Access to the factory is challenging for people using mobility aids, so it's best to check in with staff at the Visitor's Centre; if a tour doesn't suit your needs, you can still pick up some delicious goodies from the accessible souvenir shop. Give the Great Ocean Road a go If you're driving your own vehicle, or you've arranged for an accessible car rental , you can spend a lovely day or two heading down the Great Ocean Road. Take your time travelling from surf haven Torquay to the charming town of Allansford, and make the most of every opportunity to stop and check out the postcard-worthy views. Gaze out at the 12 Apostles, let the kids burn off some energy at the inclusive Port Campbell Playground, and savour the sensory haven of Stevensons Falls, all for free. There's plenty of accessible accommodation en route, too, if you're looking for somewhere to spend the night. Look in at the library Bookworm or not, you're sure to find something of interest at the State Library Victoria. The building holds more than two million books, as well as museum-worthy exhibitions (such as Ned Kelly's armour), free events and workshops, cafes and afternoon teas, and more. Access is excellent throughout, with lifts to all levels, complimentary wheelchairs to borrow, assistive technology workstations, reading assistance tools, and hearing loops. There's even a designated Access & Inclusion Librarian, available to assist visitors with disabilities and connect them to resources. Best of all, aside from the occasional ticketed event, it's all completely free. Have fun at Federation Square Free live music, outdoor cinema screenings, festivals, installations, exhibitions, meditation and tai chi – what more could you ask for? Federation Square is a hub for the culture that makes Melbourne marvellous, and a gateway to the arts precinct of the city. It's located directly across from Flinders Street Station, and 'open' 24 hours a day. A marked access path runs through the Square from Swanston Street, with lift access to the Atrium, the Edge, and the River Terrace. Recent upgrades have added a Changing Places facility and Hearing Loop technology for visitors. Explore with your ears One of our favourite accessibility apps, VacayIt , now offers free audio guides to many of Tasmania 's most popular attractions. Each guide provides a rich and detailed description of the full range of sensory experiences, from vibrant sunsets on the coast to the towering trees of Tasmania's forests. VacayIt provides both audio files and complete transcripts, all completely compatible with assistive technology. You can cruise the Gordon River, taste something tantalising at Furneaux Distillery, explore the Bay of Fires, learn the rich history of Port Arthur, and so much more. Take a TrailRider out for the day Tasmania might be a small island, relatively speaking, but there's lots of natural trails and wilderness to explore. The Tasmania Parks & Wildlife Service provides a TrailRider , free of charge, to allow people to access areas previously unreachable without full mobility. Book the TrailRider ahead of time and collect it from the Mount Field National Park Visitor Centre when you arrive. One of the most magical experiences can be had on the Tall Trees loop, a 1km track that takes you around the tallest flowering plants in the world. The trees you'll see there can reach 100m in height, and some have been growing since Abel Tasman first sighted Tasmania in 1642. If you're travelling solo, or you'd prefer not to transfer to the TrailRider, there are other paths accessible for standard mobility equipment, like the Russell Falls track. Peek in on the penguins The Friends of Burnie Penguins volunteers offer visitors a free guided tour of the Little Fairy Penguin colony, and it's a must for all animal lovers. You'll get a close-up view of the penguin families at every stage of life, including the baby chicks lovingly reared by their adorable parents. The guides will explain the daily activities of their charges, answer any questions you might have, and help you get the best views and a few Insta-worthy photos (without flash). The Penguin Observation Centre is accessible via the city boardwalk, and the viewing area is level and suitable for wheelchairs. It's best to arrive just before dusk as the penguins come ashore, every night from 1 October-31 March. Learn the law of the land Of course, the Australian Capital Territory is built around the nation's capital, Canberra , the centre of our political system. Parliament House will be a fascinating experience for anyone who's curious about the laws that govern our day-to-day lives and the history of our federal government. Entry is free, and the building is open year-round (9am-6pm on non-sitting days, 9am-5pm on days when parliament is sitting). The free Heart of the House guided tour will introduce visitors to the architecture and history of the building, and highlights of the political events that take place inside. All public areas are accessible, and there are complimentary wheelchairs available from the Information Desk in the Marble Foyer. Contemplate and commemorate at the War Memorial The Australian War Memorial is perhaps not the cheeriest attraction in Canberra, but it's still a fascinating and moving experience for visitors. The Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. Contemplate the sacrifice of soldiers, learn about the ceremonial customs of the Australian military, and look up information about your ancestors who served. Lift access is available between the Galleries, wheelchairs available for loan from the Information Desk, and there are video-guided Auslan tours of the Memorial available ($10 p.p.). Entry is free, though it is recommended that you pre-book your timed ticket online to guarantee entry. The Last Post Ceremony takes place at 4.30pm, with the last entry at 4.00pm. Go (Cockington) Green! Cockington Green is a quaint and quirky attraction on the outskirts of Canberra that will delight the whole family. A whole town of meticulously crafted miniature buildings is laid out across beautifully landscaped gardens, with lots of treasures to discover. Wide paved paths let you wander or wheel through with ease, and the displays are at a perfect viewing height. There's a licensed Garden Cafe on site, free barbecues if you'd like to make your own lunch, and two gift shops to score a souvenir. An adult ticket is $25 at time of writing, but there are senior and family discounts available. This story first appeared on Travel Without Limits and has been reproduced here with permission.
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Republican Council Member Kristy Marmorato called on Mayor Eric Adams to terminate the shared e-scooter program in her Bronx district, arguing that the bikes are often left abandoned all over neighborhood streets and that many of the riders are dangerous and underage. Marmorato, who represents District 13 in the Northeast Bronx, wrote a letter to the mayor—which she posted on social media—claiming that the scooters pose a danger to her constituents and negatively impact their quality of life. “This program has reached a breaking point, and the safety and well-being of our residents demand urgent and decisive action,” Marmorato wrote. “Our community has waited long enough for meaningful solutions. It is now imperative that the program is removed entirely.” Since the micro mobility pilot program began in 2021, DOT has allowed up to 9,000 scooters across two phases in the East Bronx from three different e-scooter vendors, Lime, Veo and Bird e-scooters. The program was expanded into Southeast Queens earlier this year where it was met with similar pushback from City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams (D-28), Council Member Sandra Ung (D-20) and State Senator Leroy Comrie (D-14), who called for a similar pause to the program in eastern Queens earlier this fall. Ung went so far as to introduce legislation co-sponsored by Council Member Lynn Schulman (D-29) that would ban the e-scooters from operating on certain streets in Queens, saying that the Department of Transportation left her “no choice but to seek a legislative solution to a problem they created.” Marmorato’s letter mentioned that the council member had an October meeting with the Mayor where she voiced her opposition to the program and vowed to notify his office of all the infractions— such as e-scooters strewn about public walkways—brought to her attention. In the following months, Marmorato said her office submitted over 40 reports that painted an “undeniable picture of the program’s harmful and dangerous impact” on the community. A spokesperson for the council member’s office said that the 40 complaints they forwarded to the mayor’s office represented only a small portion of the actual infractions taking place. Councilwoman Marmorato has called on Mayor Adams to terminate the Lime scooter program in D130⚠️ Blocked ADA ramps0⚠️ Reckless underage riders0⚠️ Traffic violations pic.twitter.com/bq7ineTCHA — Councilwoman Kristy Marmorato (@KristyMarmorato) December 6, 2024 Lime, one of the companies operating the program, disputes Marmorato’s characterization of the service, saying that it promptly responds to complaints and has added staff and technology to address any issues. But Marmorato says the program is a “complete failure” and the program has “done nothing but create issues, foster dangerous circumstances and compromise safety.” “While Lime may claim to respond promptly to reports from our office, the burden of identifying, reporting, and tracking these infractions should not fall on the community or our staff,” the spokesperson said. “The core problem lies in the lack of proper oversight, accountability, and enforcement mechanisms within the program itself.” But the DOT is a strong advocate for the program and described the Bronx e-scooter pilot a “ great success ” in 2022, about a year after the pilot was launched. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez reflected on the program at the time: “The East Bronx pilot not only provided meaningful mobility options to residents and visitors of a historically underserved community, it helped New Yorkers reduce their dependency on automobiles and try a new, active way of getting around,” said Commissioner Rodriguez. Last year, e-scooter company Veo suspended service to parts of the Bronx because it had issues deterring vandals from dumping them into the Bronx River. In District 13, one of the three e-scooter vendors, Lime, reported over 900,000 trips since August 2021 telling the Bronx Times that ridership in 2024 amounted to nearly half of those trips. The e-scooter company added that rides in Throggs Neck have increased by 80% compared to the peak season in 2023. Lime also told the Bronx Times that it receives almost daily emails from the council member’s office about improperly parked scooters and that it immediately sends staff out to address the complaints. “We have been working with Council Member Marmorato on this for months and we have made good progress already, so it is disappointing to see her call for the scrapping of a program that has produced over 938,000 rides in her Council District,” said Nicole Yearwood, Senior Manager of Government Relations at Lime. The e-scooter company said that it constantly communicates with riders to remind them of safety protocols and “rules of the road” saying that it reserves the right to fine and potentially ban bad actors from riding altogether.Manhattan police have obtained a warrant for the arrest of 26-year-old Luigi Nicholas Mangione , suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson . Mangione was arrested at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, while carrying a gun, mask and writings linking him to the ambush. Mangione is being held without bail in Pennsylvania on charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police. Late Monday, Manhattan prosecutors charged him with five counts, including murder, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Here's the latest: That’s according to a spokesperson for the governor who said Gov. Hochul will do it as soon as possible. Luigi Nicholas Mangione, the suspect in the fatal shooting of a healthcare executive in New York City, apparently was living a charmed life: the grandson of a wealthy real estate developer, valedictorian of his elite Baltimore prep school and with degrees from one of the nation’s top private universities. Friends at an exclusive co-living space at the edge of touristy Waikiki in Hawaii where the 26-year-old Mangione once lived widely considered him a “great guy,” and pictures on his social media accounts show a fit, smiling, handsome young man on beaches and at parties. Now, investigators in New York and Pennsylvania are working to piece together why Mangione may have diverged from this path to make the violent and radical decision to gun down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in a brazen attack on a Manhattan street. The killing sparked widespread discussions about corporate greed, unfairness in the medical insurance industry and even inspired folk-hero sentiment toward his killer. ▶ Read more about Luigi Mangione Peter Weeks, the Blair County district attorney, says he’ll work with New York officials to try to return suspect Luigi Mangione there to face charges. Weeks said the New York charges are “more serious” than in Blair County. “We believe their charges take precedent,” Weeks said, promising to do what’s needed to accommodate New York’s prosecution first. Weeks spoke to reporters after a brief hearing at which a defense lawyer said Mangione will fight extradition. The defense asked for a hearing on the issue. In the meantime, Mangione will be detained at a state prison in western Pennsylvania. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office said Tuesday it will seek a Governor’s warrant to secure Mangione’s extradition to Manhattan. Under state law, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul can issue a warrant of arrest demanding Mangione’s return to the state. Such a warrant must recite the facts necessary to the validity of its issuance and be sealed with the state seal. It would then be presented to law enforcement in Pennsylvania to expedite Mangione’s return to New York. But Blair County District Attorney Peter Weeks says it won’t be a substantial barrier to returning Mangione to New York. He noted that defendants contest extradition “all the time,” including in simple retail theft cases. Dickey, his defense lawyer, questioned whether the second-degree murder charge filed in New York might be eligible for bail under Pennsylvania law, but prosecutors raised concerns about both public safety and Mangione being a potential flight risk, and the judge denied it. Mangione will continue to be housed at a state prison in Huntingdon. He has 14 days to challenge the detention. Prosecutors, meanwhile, have a month to seek a governor’s warrant out of New York. Mangione, wearing an orange jumpsuit, mostly stared straight ahead at the hearing, occasionally consulting papers, rocking in his chair, or looking back at the gallery. At one point, he began to speak to respond to the court discussion, but was quieted by his lawyer. Luigi Mangione, 26, has also been denied bail at a brief court hearing in western Pennsylvania. He has 14 days to challenge the bail decision. That’s with some intervention from owner Elon Musk. The account, which hasn’t posted since June, was briefly suspended by X. But after a user inquired about it in a post Monday, Musk responded “This happened without my knowledge. Looking into it.” The account was later reinstated. Other social media companies such as Meta have removed his accounts. According to X rules, the platform removes “any accounts maintained by individual perpetrators of terrorist, violent extremist, or mass violent attacks, as well as any accounts glorifying the perpetrator(s), or dedicated to sharing manifestos and/or third party links where related content is hosted.” Mangione is not accused of perpetrating a terrorist or mass attack — he has been charged with murder — and his account doesn’t appear to share any writings about the case. He shouted something that was partly unintelligible, but referred to an “insult to the intelligence of the American people.” He’s there for an arraignment on local charges stemming from his arrest Monday. He was dressed in an orange jumpsuit as officers led him from a vehicle into the courthouse. Local defense lawyer Thomas Dickey is expected to represent the 26-year-old at a Tuesday afternoon hearing at the Blair County Courthouse. Dickey declined comment before the hearing. Mangione could have the Pennsylvania charges read aloud to him and may be asked to enter a plea. They include possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police. In New York, he was charged late Monday with murder in the death of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione likely was motivated by his anger with what he called “parasitic” health insurance companies and a disdain with corporate greed, said a a law enforcement bulletin obtained by The Associated Press. He wrote that the U.S. has the most expensive healthcare system in the world and that the profits of major corporations continue to rise while “our life expectancy” does not, according to the bulletin, based on a review of the suspect’s hand-written notes and social media postings. He appeared to view the targeted killing of the UnitedHealthcare CEO as a symbolic takedown, asserting in his note that he is the “first to face it with such brutal honesty,” the bulletin said. Mangione called “Unabomber” Ted Kaczynski a “political revolutionary” and may have found inspiration from the man who carried out a series of bombings while railing against modern society and technology, the document said. A felony warrant filed in New York cites Altoona Officer Christy Wasser as saying she found the writings along with a semi-automatic pistol and an apparent silencer. The filing echoes earlier statements from NYPD Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny who said Mangione had a three-page, handwritten document that shows “some ill will toward corporate America.” Mangione is now charged in Pennsylvania with being a fugitive of justice. A customer at the McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where Mangione was arrested said one of his friends had commented beforehand that the man looked like the suspect wanted for the shooting in New York City. “It started out almost a little bit like a joke, my one friend thought he looked like the shooter,” said the customer, who declined to give his full name, on Tuesday. “It wasn’t really a joke, but we laughed about it,” he added. The warrant on murder and other charges is a step that could help expedite his extradition from Pennsylvania. In court papers made public Tuesday, a New York City police detective reiterated key findings in the investigation he said tied Mangione to the killing, including surveillance footage and a fake ID he used to check into a Manhattan hostel on Nov. 24. Police officers in Altoona, Pennsylvania, found that ID when they arrested Mangione on Monday. Mangione is being held without bail in Pennsylvania on charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police. Late Monday, Manhattan prosecutors charged him with five counts, including murder, criminal possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a forged instrument. Mangione doesn’t yet have a lawyer who can speak on his behalf, court officials said. Images of Mangione released Tuesday by Pennsylvania State Police showed him pulling down his mask in the corner of the McDonald’s while holding what appeared to be hash browns and wearing a winter jacket and ski cap. In another photo from a holding cell, he stood unsmiling with rumpled hair. Mangione’s cousin, Maryland lawmaker Nino Mangione, announced Tuesday morning that he’s postponing a fundraiser planned later this week at the Hayfields Country Club north of Baltimore, which was purchased by the Mangione family in 1986. “Because of the nature of this terrible situation involving my Cousin I do not believe it is appropriate to hold my fundraising event scheduled for this Thursday at Hayfields,” Nino Mangione said in a social media post. “I want to thank you for your thoughts, prayers, and support. My family and I are heartbroken and ask that you remember the family of Mr. Thompson in your prayers. Thank you.” Officers used New York City’s muscular surveillance system . Investigators analyzed DNA samples, fingerprints and internet addresses. Police went door to door looking for witnesses. When an arrest came five days later , those sprawling investigative efforts shared credit with an alert civilian’s instincts. A customer at a McDonald’s restaurant in Pennsylvania noticed another patron who resembled the man in the oblique security-camera photos New York police had publicized. He remains jailed in Pennsylvania, where he was initially charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm, forgery and providing false identification to police. By late Monday evening, prosecutors in Manhattan had added a charge of murder, according to an online court docket. It’s unclear whether Luigi Nicholas Mangione has an attorney who can comment on the allegations. Asked at Monday’s arraignment whether he needed a public defender, Mangione asked whether he could “answer that at a future date.”Arkansas visits skidding Miami in battle of veteran coachesNone
LAS VEGAS — With a restructuring at Andretti Global that pushed Michael Andretti into a smaller role, the chances of his organization landing a Formula 1 team have substantially increased. So much so that F1 and Formula One Management could have a decision to grant the General Motors-backed entry a spot as the 11th team on the grid in the coming weeks. Dan Towriss, now the majority owner of the Andretti organization, was at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Thursday scoping his chances of entering the top motorsports series in the world. So was the FBI, allegedly, as part of a Department of Justice investigation into why F1 denied the Andretti organization expansion into the series. F1 currently has 10 teams that field 20 cars and only one — the organization owned by California businessman Gene Haas — is an American team. Las Vegas marks the third race this season in the United States, more than any other country, as F1 has exploded in American popularity over the last five years. People are also reading... Even so, Andretti could not get approval from F1 to enter the series. But, the situation changed in September when Andretti scaled back his role with his namesake organization. Now with Towriss in charge, talks have amplified, even though it is not clear what the name of an Andretti-less F1 team would even be. Cadillac would do the engines — but says it won't be ready until 2028 — which means a 2026 Towriss-led F1 team would be GM branded but with a partner engine supplier. Most of the existing teams have been largely opposed to an 11th team entering F1, citing a dilution in prize money and the massive expenses they've already committed to the series. But, Andretti among others believed the teams' position was personal in that they simply didn't like Andretti, who ran 13 races in the 1993 season. His father, Mario, is the 1978 F1 world champion. The Andretti application had already been approved by the FIA, which is F1's ruling body, but later denied by F1 itself. F1 promised to revisit the issue once General Motors had an engine ready to compete. The existing 10 F1 teams have no actual vote or say in if the grid is expanded, which Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reiterated Thursday when The Associated Press asked why the sudden chance of acceptance in a potential 11th team. "We have an obligation, a statutory obligation as directors, to present the standpoint that is the best for our company and for our employees, and we've done that," Wolff said. "I think if a team can add to the championship, particularly if GM decides to come in as a team owner, that is a different story. "And as long as it is creative, that means we're growing the popularity of the sport, we're growing the revenue of the sport, then no team will be ever against it. So I'm putting my hope in there." Wolff has been eager to hear from Towriss directly on what the plans for the organization are now that Andretti has a smaller role. "No one from Andretti or Andretti Global or whatever the name will be has ever spoken to me a single sentence in presentation of what the creative part is," he said. "But they don't need to because the teams don't decide. It is the commercial rights holder, with the FIA, we have no say. If I want to be invited to a party and go to the party, I'm sitting down at the table and telling who I am and why I'm really good fun and sitting here and everybody will enjoy my presence. "That hasn't happened, but you know, that's now my personal point of view, not a professional, because there's nothing we can do, nothing we can say," Wolff continued. "And I don't know the people. I've obviously spoken to Mario. I didn't speak to his son. I didn't speak to any other people that are behind that. I don't know who they are. So I know GM, GM is great." Fred Vasseur, team principal at Ferrari, said he's not opposed to another team if it adds value to F1. "The discussion is between FIA, the team, and FOM. It's not our choice," he said. "For sure, as Toto said, that if it's good for the sport, good for the show, good for the business, and adds value on the sporting side, that we are all OK." Be the first to knowRoki Sasaki sweepstakes are underway, and the Chicago Cubs are prepared to make their pitch to the Japanese phenom
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What happens next with Alex Jones' Infowars? No certainty yet after sale to The Onion is rejectedSomewhere at Carvana headquarters, executives are huddled and watching the water rippling in the glasses of water on their boardroom table like it’s Jurassic Park because the T. rex of the online retail world announced this morning that it is getting into the car-selling business. Amazon announced that it will be partnering with Hyundai to sell vehicles directly to consumers online. As of today, car shoppers in 48 U.S. cities will be able to browse vehicles in stock at local participating retailers directly on Amazon as part of the Amazon Autos program. According to the company, potential car buyers will be able to search for cars based on make, model, trim, color, and features , and will be able shown “transparent, upfront pricing” for their potential purchase. Buyers will also get an instant trade-in evaluation for their current car, generated by an “independent third party,” which can be applied directly to the cost of their new ride. Amazon will offer financing options or the ability to pay in full upfront, and buyers will schedule a pick-up time at their local dealer. The participating cities for the initial launch includes: Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Beaumont-Port Arthur, Birmingham, Boston, Champaign/Springfield, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbia, Columbus, Dallas, Denver, El Paso, Fond Du Lac, Ft. Myers/Naples, Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, Harrisonburg, Hartford, Houston, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Miami, Milwaukee, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Nashville, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Providence, Raleigh-Durham, Salt Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Sheboygan, Springfield, St. Louis, Tampa, W. Palm Beach, Washington D.C. Amazon said it plans to expand its offerings to other regions next year. And while it’s starting with Hyundai, the company said it will branch into other manufacturers in the future. Thus far, the service is only available for new vehicles. Amazon did not offer any word on whether it intends to expand into the used car market in the future—though it stands to reason that the company would eventually dip its toes into that space, too. The partnership between Amazon and Hyundai dealers does have a bit of a no-brainer appeal for both parties. For Hynduai dealerships, it gives them the ability to both reach a wider audience of shoppers through the ubiquity of Amazon and not have the same pressure of maintaining its own online platform and inventory. Plus, let’s be real, there has never been a good car dealership website. Increasingly, people want more of the car buying process to occur online—69% of shoppers say they want to conduct more of the buying process from home, per research from CarGurus . And yet, most car dealership sites make the experience harder rather than easier. A study conducted on top car dealership websites found most fail basic website performance standards, and research from ShiftDigital showed many of these sites are rife with language and calls to action that turn off shoppers. As for Amazon, this dealership arrangement allows it to get into some big-ticket sales without needing to create storage space for inventory or deal with the actual logistics of shipping. And car financing is big business. Americans currently owe a collective $1.626 trillion to auto lenders, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York . Much of that is tied up in subprime loans , which auto dealers are notorious for pushing car buyers into , resulting in consumers paying significantly more than they need to . Most car loans made through a dealership are actually financed by a partnering bank or financial institution, but it’s common for dealerships to tack an additional 1-2% onto the interest rate to cash in on a captive buyer. Per the Amazon Auto help pages , financing will be handled by the dealership for now, with Amazon acting as the middleman for the transaction, so the company offers no guarantees for available annual percentage rates (APR) on the loans. While online car sales is a complicated business—so complicated that it has actually slowed Amazon’s intended expansion into the space —Amazon might do well simply by minimizing the direct involvement of car dealerships. Nearly everyone finds dealing with car dealers unpleasant, and Amazon’s platform is so familiar to shoppers at this point that it might ease some of the pain points of the process. On the flip side, it’s going to be so annoying when you buy a roll of paper towels and Amazon hits you with “People who bought this also bought a Hyundai Elantra.”Stitch Fix: Fiscal Q1 Earnings Snapshot
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina election officials won't order another recount in a close state Supreme Court race after a partial hand recount failed to suggest the trailing Republican candidate could overtake the Democratic incumbent. Read this article for free: Already have an account? To continue reading, please subscribe: * RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina election officials won't order another recount in a close state Supreme Court race after a partial hand recount failed to suggest the trailing Republican candidate could overtake the Democratic incumbent. Read unlimited articles for free today: Already have an account? RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina election officials won’t order another recount in a close state Supreme Court race after a partial hand recount failed to suggest the trailing Republican candidate could overtake the Democratic incumbent. Following the completion of a machine recount of over 5.5 million ballots last week, Democratic Associate Justice Allison Riggs maintained a 734-vote lead over Republican Jefferson Griffin, who is currently a state Court of Appeals judge. Griffin then requested a partial hand recount in which randomly chosen ballots from 3% of the voting sites in all 100 counties were reexamined. The law says a statewide hand recount would have been required if the sample results differed enough so that the result would be reversed if the difference were extrapolated to all ballots. But the sample tabulations, which finished Tuesday, showed Riggs actually picking up more votes than Griffin. As a result, the State Board of Elections said a total recount won’t be ordered. The election, however, has not been fully resolved. The five-member state board was scheduled to hear arguments Wednesday on protests previously filed by Griffin and three GOP legislative candidates who also are in very close elections. Riggs, one of two Democrats on the seven-member court, declared victory again on Tuesday, and her campaign renewed calls for Griffin to concede. Griffin didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment. The protests going before the state board, which question if well over 60,000 ballots should have been counted, cover three categories of voting. They include votes cast by people with voter registration records that lack driver’s licenses or partial Social Security numbers; overseas voters who have never lived in North Carolina but whose parents were deemed state residents; and military or overseas voters who did not provide copies of photo identification with their ballots. Separately Tuesday, a Court of Appeals panel unanimously declined Griffin’s request to order the state board to rule on the protests before Wednesday’s meeting to accelerate the process. The board could dismiss the protests or — if problems are found — order corrected ballot tallies, more recounts or new elections. Decisions by the board — with a 3-2 Democratic majority — can be appealed to state courts. Other protests filed by Griffin and the legislative candidates are being first considered by county boards. The state Democratic Party filed a federal lawsuit last week seeking to block the State Board of Elections from ruling in any way to throw out the disputed ballots. The Democrats’ lawyers say federal law prohibits such systematic challenges to voter eligibility for an election that has already passed. Some of the protests focus on activities that Republicans already sued over before the November election. Democratic officials and their allies held a news conference early Tuesday outside the state Supreme Court building and strongly criticized Griffin and other Republicans for initiating claims they say would disenfranchise legal voters. North Carolina Democratic Party Chair Anderson Clayton said she fears the state Supreme Court could ultimately side with Republicans and remove the challenged ballots. “We are trying to make sure that people are raising their voices, that we are filing lawsuits where we can,” Clayton said. “And we are also trusting the process of our board of elections officials to do their job and to count every single vote.” Griffin led Riggs by about 10,000 votes on election night, but that lead dwindled and flipped to Riggs as qualifying provisional and absentee ballots were added to the totals. Other types of protests filed by Griffin and the legislators are being considered by county boards. The Associated Press has not called the Supreme Court race and two of the three legislative races highlighted in the protests. In one of the two, Republican state Rep. Frank Sossamon trails Democratic challenger Bryan Cohn. A Cohn victory would mean Republicans fall one seat short of retaining their current veto-proof majority starting next month. Advertisement