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Brazilian president says UN will hold climate conference in Brazil in 2025

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

SAO PAULO (AP) — Brazil’s president announced Friday that the United Nations has chosen his country to host the 2025 U.N. climate change conference, though the world body has not yet publicly confirmed the decision.Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva said Brazil would hold the conference, known as COP 30, in the Para state city of Belem in the heart of the Brazilian rain forest. The venue reflects Lula’s intention to bring attention to the Amazon region.The latest climate conference was hosted by Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh, and this year’s will take place in Dubai.“It will be a honor for Brazil to welcome representatives from all over the world in a state of our Amazon,” Lula said in a video published on his social media channels. “I went to COPs in Egypt, in Paris, in Copenhagen, and all people talk about is the Amazon. So I said, ‘Why don’t we go there so you see what the Amazon is like?’ ”Brazil’s foreign minister, Mauro Vieira, says in the video that the decisi...

More than sopapillas: What's on Casa Bonita's opening menu

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The long-awaited opening of Casa Bonita is finally here! And the newly anticipated menu has been rolled out. Executive Chef Dana Rodriguez kept it simple, but make no mistake, the quality will be an extremely noticeable improvement. From Mexican staples such as enchiladas and carnitas to mole and a kid-friendly menu, Casa Bonita's options should keep the kitchen running efficiently for the large-capacity restaurant. And the best part? Chips and salsa and sopaipillas are included with every meal. Casa Bonita's Bee's Knees, Paloma, Mexican Firing Squad cocktails (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's camarones entree (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's chips and salsa fresca (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's Christmas enchiladas entree (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's green enchiladas entree (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's I Wish You Mayahuel cocktail (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)Casa Bonita's margarita cocktail (Photo credit: Casa Bonita)...

Woman records erratic Tesla driver in road rage encounter on US 1 in South Miami

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

A woman is speaking out about the frightening moments when, she said, a Tesla driver’s rage led to dangerous conditions along U.S. 1 in South Miami.Cellphone video captured the moment when the testy driver of a Tesla Model X kicked the vehicle into reverse, Thursday evening. The vehicle that was behind the Tesla got out of the way before they were struck.“I was extremely scared,” said the woman.This 31-year-old said it was a scary seven minutes behind the wheel as she did her best to get away. “I wasn’t antagonizing him, I was just trying to leave him alone, let him be,” she said. It all started just minutes after she hopped into her vehicle for a ride to Dadeland Mall.“I was heading to the Apple store, and I was trying to get there before they closed,” the woman said.As she was traveling along U.S. 1, leaving Coral Gables, she changed lanes a few car lengths ahead of the Tesla.“When I went to merge into the right lane, he shot ...

Vehicle goes into Doral canal following 2-car crash; 1 hospitalized

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

A two car crash in Doral ended up with one vehicle in a canal, sending one person to the hospital, officials said. Doral Police and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue units have responded to the scene of the crash in the area of Northwest 92nd Avenue and 58th Street, Friday afternoon. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene as fire rescue crews surrounded the area. First responders removed a driver who was in the submerged vehicle. According to MDFR, one person has been transported to an area hospital.The roadway in the area of 95th Avenue and 58th Street has been closed as police continue to investigate. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this breaking story.

Video shows truck theft at NW Miami-Dade rental company

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

An overnight heist at a rental company in Northwest Miami-Dade left the owner with one less truck.Surveillance video captured the moment when the subject hopped into the truck and took off.The theft happened in the area of Northwest 72nd Avenue and Seventh Street, early Friday morning. The stolen truck has the logo “Simple Rustic” on its side.If you have any information on this theft or the subject’s whereabouts, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

Fire crews battle apartment building blaze in Quincy

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

A Quincy apartment building was ablaze around 2 p.m. Friday on Willard Street. One person was taken away in an ambulance, neighbors reported, and two firefighters were treated at the scene on stretchers.Most residents were able to evacuate the building, and the cause of the fire has not been announced yet.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

Honoring fallen heroes: Annual rededication ceremony held at Fallen Heroes Memorial in Seaport

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

Hundreds of people joined Gold Star Family members in Boston’s Seaport Friday morning to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.The 8th Annual Rededication of the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial on Northern Avenue featured observances, a cannon salute and a flyover by the Massachusetts Air National Guard.The event also included the unveiling of updated glass panels that feature the names of the most recent fallen heroes, with representatives of each branch of the US military placing wreaths at the memorial.More information on the memorial and the brave men and women inscribed on it can be found here.

Debt ceiling deadline is extended to June 5, later than previously estimated, Yellen says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Friday the projected debt ceiling deadline is extended to June 5, four days later than previously estimated.Yet, Yellen renewed her warning in a letter to Congress that inaction on raising the borrowing limit would “cause severe hardship.”Yellen’s latest letter to legislators on the “X-date” came as Congress broke for the long Memorial Day weekend. She said that the Treasury Department had deployed an extraordinary measure not used since 2015 to get the U.S. financial position to this point.The X-date arrives when the government no longer has enough of a financial cushion to pay all its bills, having exhausted the measures it’s been using since January to stretch existing funds.Earlier Friday, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said his Republican debt negotiators and the White House had hit “crunch” time, straining to wrap up an agreement with President Joe Biden to curb federal spending and lift the nation’s bor...

US cities reporting fewer killings hope crime strategies prevent a summer surge

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

By KATHLEEN FOODY (Associated Press)CHICAGO (AP) — An expected bump in violent crime this summer has mayors and police officials around the U.S. rolling out familiar strategies of making officers more visible and engaging with community groups, in some cases leaning on civilians to enforce curfews and keep the peace.Chicago is among the U.S. cities under scrutiny following a mayoral race that focused on public safety in response to demands for change. Violence often surges during summer months, so this holiday weekend will undoubtedly ramp up pressure on Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new administration to deliver short-term improvement along with the long-term strategies that the former union organizer advocated while campaigning to lead the nation’s third-largest city.“It’s going to take all of us, not just the police, not just city government, to ensure that our communities can live and thrive in peace and safety,” Johnson said at a lakefront press co...

Recipe: Here’s how to make the Italian dish ‘Fish in Crazy Water’

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 21:03:34 GMT

Susan Gravely, founder and CEO of Vietri, the lifestyle brand that specializes in handcrafted Italian tabletop and garden accessories, showcases classic Italian recipes in her cookbook “Italy on a Plate,” (Vietri). In the book’s glossy and colorful pages, along with her stories, Gravely offers formulas for everything from Baked Tagliolini to Zucchini with Gorgonzola.In the chapter dubbed “The Young Man of Positano,” she reveals her formula for Pesce all’ Acqua Pazza (Fish in Crazy Water). The fish, mild-flavored white fillets, such as sea bass or flounder, are cooked over a tasty broth. The finished dish is plated in shallow bowls or rimmed plates. Provide crusty bread to soak up any leftover broth.Fish in Crazy Water (Pesce all’ Acqua Pazza)Yield: 4 servingsINGREDIENTS2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil1 clove garlic, peeled, smashed1 medium brown onion, diced3 stalks celery, diced1 pint cherry tomatoes, each cut in half1/2 cup pitted, halved kalamata olives1/4 cup capers, drained1 tabl...