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3 days ago
- General
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Flags ordered at half-staff for Minnesota firefighter who died in the line of duty
Flags ordered at half-staff for Minnesota firefighter who died in the line of duty originally appeared on Bring Me The News. Flags are at half-staff this weekend in honor of a firefighter from southern Minnesota who died in the line of duty. Andrew Karels, 35, died Monday. He served as a medical officer with the Amboy Fire Department. To honor Karels, Gov. Tim Walz ordered flags at state buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise on Saturday to sunset on Monday, June 9. 'Firefighter Andrew Karels was a steadfast leader for the Amboy Fire Department,' Walz said in a statement. 'His commitment to delivering exceptional care in emergency situations – always with compassion and professionalism – touched countless peoples' lives during their most challenging moments. We mourn this sudden and tragic loss, and I extend my deepest condolences to Firefighter Karels' family, colleagues, and all who knew and loved him." According to his obituary, Karels also served in the Army National Guard from 2007 to 2014, where he earned the rank of Sergeant. At the Amboy Fire Department, he received the the lifesaver award for hosting training events for South Central Minnesota EMS. He was a member of the fire department for 10 years. Karels and his wife Morgan have three children. 'Andrew's steady pride was unwavering during coaching wrestling tournaments, swimming lessons, baseball and softball, and our everyday life as he came home each day declaring in song as he walked in the door, 'I Love YOU!' the obituary says. Karels' cause of death hasn't been disclosed. This story was originally reported by Bring Me The News on Jun 8, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Politics
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Hegseth Uses D-Day as an Excuse for PT on His B-Day
Pete Hegseth didn't let the 81st anniversary of the D-Day landings in France stop him from indulging in a little birthday treat. Before the official commemorations honoring the day Allied forces stormed Nazi-occupied beaches, the defense secretary opted for a personal training (PT) session with service members on Omaha Beach. Hegseth, who turned 45 on Friday, posted a video on X showing himself leading a workout drill alongside multiple military personnel where they carried one of their own on a stretcher. 'I had the privilege of doing PT at Omaha Beach, where so many made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms,' Hegseth wrote. 'We will never forget D-DAY.' Unlike frequent uniformed cosplay enthusiast Kristi Noem, Hegseth does actually have some military experience to justify his workout. He served as an infantry officer in the Army National Guard with active-duty deployments in Iraq and Afghanistan. Whether that résumé alone was enough to justify his elevation to head of the Pentagon remains a hot debate. His confirmation hearing drew sharp criticism over his qualifications, not to mention a trail of damning allegations about his drinking and personal conduct. Friday's D-Day events marked the sacrifices of the thousands who died during the massive 1944 Allied assault on France's coast. The all out attack featuring the largest-ever armada of troops, troops, and planes played a pivotal role in turning the tide against the Nazis and liberating Europe in World War II. After his PT session, Hegseth delivered a speech at the Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer. Hegseth paid his respects to those who died 81 years ago, as well as proclaim that the world is a 'better place when Europe and America are strong, free and independent.' 'Our nations together have endured a bond, intertwined by history, and we share this hallowed ground beneath our feet, dedicated and consecrated by the blood of our heroes,' Hegseth said. 'It is truly one of the honors of a lifetime to commemorate the sacrifices of D-Day and celebrate the freedoms of our two nations,' he added. 'God bless you all, and may God bless our warriors.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Climate
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Weather ‘definitely a factor' in death of New York hikers in Maine park
Weather may be to blame for the deaths of two hikers, a father and daughter from New York, in a Maine state park this week, officials revealed Thursday. Esther Keiderling, 28, was found dead around 1 p.m. on Wednesday in a wooded area, Baxter State Park officials wrote in a social media post. Her father, Tim, 58, was found dead a day prior, around 2:45 p.m., near the summit of Mount Katahdin. Both Keiderlings, of Ulster Park, New York, left Abol Campground on Sunday to hike to the summit. They were last seen at around 10:15 a.m. That day, the weather forecast called for temperatures in the mid-30s on the mountain, with the summit obscured, said Park Director Kevin Adam. There was a 70% chance of rain on Sunday, the day both Keiderlings went missing, with winds ranging from 30 to 40 mph. "It would have been freezing rain, fog, and some snow for Sunday," Adam explained. 'Weather is definitely a factor in this incident.' A search for the pair began Monday morning after finding their vehicle still in the day-use parking lot. Park rangers searched several trails, including the Katahdin Tablelands, and found no sign of the father and daughter. The search expanded Tuesday with more than 30 game wardens looking for the pair. The Maine Forest Service and Army National Guard used helicopters to aid in the search. Tim Keiderling was found dead on Tuesday by a game warden and his K-9. Game wardens, park rangers and K-9 teams resumed the search for Esther Keiderling Wednesday. 'We understand that many of our social media followers share in our profound sadness for the family and friends of Tim and Esther Keiderling,' officials wrote in a Facebook post. 'We appreciate your support for their loved ones and the members of the search teams during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Tim and Esther Keiderling's family and friends.' Capitol Hill Republicans shoot down Mass. lawmaker's effort to subpoena Elon Musk R&B icon says brother made 'mockery' of his estranged son's cancer death Boston marathon raised $50M+ for charity in 2025, setting record Belmont man wanted in connection with road rage hatchet assault surrenders Harvard Medical School renames DEI office as university fights against Trump admin in court Read the original article on MassLive.
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6 days ago
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Father, daughter found dead after days-long search in Maine national park
The body of a 28-year-old New York woman was found in a wooded area in a Maine state park on Wednesday, a day after her father's body was found near the summit of Mount Katahdin. The pair were the subject of intense searches over multiple days this week, after disappearing on Sunday as they hiked up to the summit of Katahdin. Esther Keiderling, 28, was found dead around 1 p.m. on Wednesday in a wooded area, Baxter State Park officials wrote in a social media post. Her father, Tim, 58, was found dead a day prior, around 2:45 p.m., near the summit. Both Keiderlings, of Ulster Park, New York, left Abol Campground on Sunday to hike to the summit. They were last seen at around 10:15 a.m. A search for the pair began Monday morning after finding their vehicle still in the day-use parking lot. Park rangers searched several trails, including the Katahdin Tablelands, and found no sign of the father and daughter. The search expanded Tuesday with more than 30 game wardens looking for the pair. The Maine Forest Service and Army National Guard used helicopters to aid in the search. Tim Keiderling was found dead on Tuesday by a game warden and his K-9. Game wardens, park rangers and K-9 teams resumed the search for Esther Keiderling Wednesday. 'We understand that many of our social media followers share in our profound sadness for the family and friends of Tim and Esther Keiderling,' officials wrote in the Facebook post. 'We appreciate your support for their loved ones and the members of the search teams during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Tim and Esther Keiderling's family and friends.' Massachusetts House votes to overhaul Cannabis Control Commission 'I did the humane thing': Worcester city councilor stands by actions at ICE arrest Defendant's family asked teen 'to not speak out' in Boston sex trafficking case, lawyer said Man who killed Milford police officer granted 'compassionate release' Teen runs a mile to escape attacker who dragged him into Springfield park Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
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Pete Hegseth Net Worth—Here's How the Secretary of Defense Built His Wealth
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has built his wealth through his time as a host for Fox News, speaking engagements, and book royalties. Hegseth and his wife, former Fox News producer Jennifer Hegseth have a net worth of $3 million, according to an estimate by Forbes. Hegseth has earned between $100,000 and $1 million in royalties for his books.U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has built his multimillion-dollar wealth through his time as a host for Fox News, speaking engagements, and book royalties. Hegseth was a television commentator before joining President Donald Trump's second administration; he also served in the Army National Guard for several years, and was part of several active-duty deployments. He was confirmed in January. Hegseth and his wife, former Fox News producer Jennifer Hegseth, have an estimated net worth of $3 million, according to Forbes. Here's how Hegseth made his millions. Prior to his role as Secretary of Defense, Hegseth was a co-host on Fox News's "Fox & Friends Weekend." Hegseth reported a total of $4.6 million in salary for 2023 and 2024 as a Fox News host on his most recent financial disclosure. Hegseth has earned at least $900,000 from 41 speeches listed on his financial disclosure. Hegseth has earned anywhere from $10,000 to $20,000 and up to $150,000 per speech, according to the disclosure. Hegseth also receives royalties from the books he has written. He received $348,000 as an advance for his book "The War on Warriors", and $150,00 in advance for his book "Battle for the American Mind", per his financial disclosure. The former Fox News host also earned between $100,000 and $1 million in royalties for each book. (The disclosure only requires that a range be provided.) Per his disclosure, Hegseth earned anywhere from $100,000 to $1 million on a rental house in Baltimore, Md. Hegseth and his wife also own an estate in Goodlettsville, Tenn,, worth an estimated $3.2 million and which costs about $19,000 per month in mortgage, according to an estimate by Forbes. Hegseth also owns between $15,000 and $50,000 in bitcoin, per his disclosure. Read the original article on Investopedia Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
