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Sinéad O’Connor told her children what to do if she was found dead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

By Lisa Respers France | CNNSinéad O’Connor knew the value of her music legacy.In a 2021 interview with People magazine to promote her memoir “Rememberings,” O’Connor said she had explained to her children the importance of protecting her music and finances.To that end, she said she told them to call her accountant before they telephoned 911 should she ever be found dead.“See, when the artists are dead, they’re much more valuable than when they’re alive,” she told the publication. “Tupac has released way more albums since he died than he ever did alive, so it’s kind of gross what record companies do.”“That’s why I’ve always instructed my children since they were very small, ‘If your mother drops dead tomorrow, before you called 911, call my accountant and make sure the record companies don’t start releasing my records and not telling you where the money is,’” she further explained.The Irish singer died this week after being found unresponsive at a home in London. She was 56.No cause...

Legendary hip-hop star set to headline San Jose Jazz Summer Fest

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

It’s Big Daddy Kane time.The Golden Age of Hip-Hop icon — who is unquestionably one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time — is set to perform at San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2023.He will help the festival celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop as he headlines the Sobrato Organization Main Stage on Aug. 11.Big Daddy Kane, whose many accolades and achievements include a number of gold-certified recordings and a Grammy Award, will be performing with a full band at the festival.His set will draw from a catalog that includes such influential ’80s and ’90s albums as “Long Live the Kane,” “It’s a Big Daddy Thing,” “Taste of Chocolate” and “Daddy’s Home.” And fans will most certainly be looking to hear such well-known songs as “Groove With It,” “Ain’t No Half Steppin'” and “Smooth Operator.”Related ArticlesMusic | What songs will T...

At hearing for ex-deputy charged with felonies, Contra Costa detective testifies ex-deputy had judges’ e-signatures saved on thumb drive

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

MARTINEZ — A former Contra Costa Sheriff’s deputy who was fired and charged with five felonies had stockpiled e-signatures of superior court judges on a thumb drive found in his patrol car, according to police testimony at his preliminary hearing Thursday.Matthew Buckley, 42, of Pinole, has been charged with not just stealing two assault rifles from an Antioch resident in 2020, but also with forging documents with two judges’ signatures in an attempt to cover up the thefts. But testimony by Buckley’s old colleagues raise questions as to just how far the alleged forgery went, and whether it was limited to the bench.According to the testimony of Contra Costa Sheriff’s Sgt. Jonathan Kirkham, in August 2022, Buckley had been asked to teach a colleague, Sgt. Laurie Bailey, how to properly file and submit search warrant returns. Bailey would later tell investigators that during this training, Buckley presented her with a form — with her own signature &#...

No device found, say police responding to Palo Alto bomb threat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

(KRON) -- Officers responding to a bomb threat at a business in Palo Alto did not locate any kind of explosive device, according to a tweet from the Palo Alto Police Department. The business is on the 400 block of Lytton AvenueThe business was evacuated along with several adjacent businesses. The threat came into the Palo Alto PD dispatch center at around 11:42 a.m., police said. Singapore-bound United flight transmits general emergency code, returns to SFO Neighboring businesses are being checked as a precaution. Officers are sweeping the area with the assistance of an explosive-detection canine.People are being advised to expect traffic delays in the areas of Lytton, Cowper and Waverly streets.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

All lanes open following injury crash on WB 580 east of Richmond-San Rafael Bridge

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

(KRON) -- All lanes have reopened following a traffic collision with injuries on the westbound lanes of Interstate 580 east of the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Toll Plaza in Richmond, according to the California Highway Patrol. Earlier, the left lanes were blocked, and the CHP issued a severe traffic alert. Singapore-bound United flight transmits general emergency code, returns to SFO Drivers are being advised to expect residual delays.Photo: CalTransPhoto: CalTransPhoto: CalTransPhotos from a CalTrans camera in the area showed traffic backed up along the westbound lanes of I-580.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

'I’ve never seen anything like this': Illegal medical lab discovered near Fresno

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

REEDLEY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) - An investigation into a warehouse near Fresno uncovered a large-scale illegal medical lab complete with bioengineered mice, infectious agents, nearly 30 refrigerators and freezers some of which were non-operational, incubators, and more leaving officials shocked and the public worried.Local, state, and federal agencies are all involved and what prompted this investigation was a simple garden hose that was illegally attached and coming out of a wall in the back of the building. Singapore-bound United flight transmits general emergency code, returns to SFO It was inside an ordinary warehouse located on "I" and Ninth Streets in the City of Reedley that a disturbing and shocking discovery was made back in April.“This is an unusual situation. I’ve been in government for 25 years. I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Reedley City Manager Nicole Zieba.Even county health officials were left in shock. "I’ve never seen this in my 26-year career with the Co...

Waller could provide the Giants with the big plays they lacked last season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — If one thing has stood out in the first couple of days of training camp for the New York Giants, it’s seeing tight end Darren Waller catch passes from Daniel Jones.What has to be exciting for coach Brian Daboll and offensive coordinator Mike Kafka is Waller has been wide open on some passes, caught them in traffic and even taken a hit on a goal-line reception.For a team that has lacked a go-to receiver for years, Waller might turn out to be the answer. And the price was not steep. General manager Joe Schoen sent Las Vegas a third-round draft pick in March for a player who is a major headache for opposing defenses when he is healthy.In 2019 and ’20, Waller caught 197 passes combined for 2,341 yards and 12 touchdowns. The Giants had 17 TD catches last season. Waller was slowed by thigh and knee injuries the past two years, but he looks healthy now.“I want to be able to do everything and just present myself as a viable option to the quarterback ...

Boutier holds a 1-shot lead after 2nd round of Evian Championship

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Celine Boutier posted a 2-under 69 in the second round of the Evian Championship to move to 7 under overall, giving her a one-shot lead on Friday.But surprise overnight leader Paula Reto dropped down the leaderboard after a 4-over 75.The 29-year-old Boutier, who was two shots back from Reto overnight, is looking to become the first Frenchwoman to win the tournament, which became a major in 2013. “It’s really great to feel the support from the fans when you play some good shots and some good putts go in,” Boutier said. “This kind of support used to put me under pressure in the past, and I didn’t cope well with it, but this year I’m trying to stay very relaxed.”Her solid round kept her narrowly ahead of Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit, who carded 67, and Japan’s Yuka Saso (69), in a tie for second.They are one shot ahead of Nasa Hataoka of Japan (67), Mexico’s Gaby Lopez (68) and American Alison Lee (71).Reto struggled ba...

La tercera edición de The Women’s Cup de fútbol se disputará en Madrid

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

(CNN Español) — El fútbol femenino acrecienta su visibilidad, porte y valoración al compás del mundial que se disputa en su novena edición en Australia y Nueva Zelandia.A pocos días de que finalice la competencia mundialista, el día 20 de agosto, comenzará en el viejo continente otro torneo de fútbol femenino a nivel clubes. Será la tercera edición de The Women’s Cup que se jugará entre el 23 y el 26 de ese mes.La ciudad de Madrid será la anfitriona del certamen que disputarán Atlético de Madrid, AC Milan de Italia, River Plate de Argentina y América de Cali de Colombia.AC Milan de Italia.El encuentro inaugural se realizará el miércoles 23 entre el América de Cali y el AC Milan, a las 6 p.m., hora local (12 p.m. de Miami). El segundo duelo enfrentará al Atlético de Madrid con River Plate, partido que se jugará, a las 9 p.m., hora de España (3 p.m. de Miami).Los otros dos encuentros del torneo –por el tercer puesto y la gran final– se realizarán el 26.“Estamos muy c...

Two taxi drivers arrested in Mexican resort of Cancun for assaulting van carrying foreign tourists

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:16 GMT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Two taxi drivers have been arrested in the Mexican city of Cancun for assaulting a van carrying foreign tourists, prosecutors said Friday.The events in the Caribbean coast resort on Thursday were the latest in a months-long string of assaults on vehicles that medallion-cab drivers suspect of being operated by ride-hailing apps such as Uber.Prosecutors in the Caribbean coast state of Quintana Roo said such behavior will not be tolerated.“Strong action will be taken to ensure that the state is a safe destination for local inhabitants and visitors,” the state prosecutor’s office said in a statement.Local residents posted video on social media showing at least two uniformed cab drivers bashing a Chevy Suburban with poles and other objects. The van driver attempts to escape with the vehicle’s tailgate open, according to the footage, and the tourists’ luggage spills into the street. Three women can later be seen retrieving their luggage from the street. “Wha...