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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Boy, 3, with Autism Lay Dead 'for Hours' at Daycare Owned by Former City Councilwoman, Mom Claims
A mother in Missouri is alleging that her son with autism died while at a daycare owned by a now former city councilwoman PEOPLE obtained a copy of the redacted lawsuit, which alleges Conrad Ashcraft "suffered a fatal injury" on May 16 while at Poppy's Playhouse 2 in Park Hills, Missouri In his obituary, Conrad is remembered as a boy who "loved swimming, Toy Story, Ms. Rachel, Cocomelon, and the movie Cars"A mother in Missouri is alleging that her son with autism died while at a daycare owned by a now former city councilwoman. According to a copy of the redacted lawsuit obtained by PEOPLE, Tara Williams claims that her son, who was later identified as Conrad Ashcraft, "suffered a fatal injury" on Friday, May 16, while at Poppy's Playhouse 2 in Park Hills, Mo. She claims that an employee of the daycare, who was not named, "through the use of lower extremities, applied weight and pressure" to his "chest and/or abdomen, while he was laying down, in order to subdue" him "in an effort to sleep." Williams claims that the defendant, Poppy's Playhouse, LLC, "failed to properly train and supervise its employees" and "knew and approved of the technique of using human extreminities and/or other devices to apply weight and pressure to a child's body in an effort to subdue a child into sleep." Because of this, Williams claims that the day care failed to recognize when her son "was suffocating or had suffocated" and, allegedly, therefore, "was killed and remained laying on the floor of Defendant's facility for hours without any effort to determine his wellbeing." While not mentioned in the suit, Lacey Hardie, Conrad's aunt, told KDSK that Conrad was nonverbal with autism, noting that his "words were limited" and he had "recently learned to say I love you." In his obituary, Conrad is remembered as a boy who "loved swimming, Toy Story, Ms. Rachel, Cocomelon, and the movie Cars." "He also loved pizza and enjoyed spending time with his parents and his family," the obituary reads. The city of Park Hills confirmed in a statement that the daycare is owned by a member of the Park Hills City Council, which led them to refer the matter to the St. Francois County Sheriff's Department. "This ensures the investigation is conducted independently and without influence," the statement said. "We understand the community's grief and concern. The city has full confidence in the independent investigation and believes that accountability is essential, regardless of the circumstances." According to court documents reviewed by PEOPLE, the daycare is owned by Spring Gray. Mayor Stacey Easter said in a statement on Tuesday, May 20, that Gray "submitted her formal letter of resignation from her position as Ward 2 City Council member." The city of Park Hills also confirmed her resignation in their own statement, expressing that "her decision follows recent developments involving her privately owned business." St. Francois County Sheriff Jeffrey Crites said in a press release that the sheriff's office "immediately launched an inquiry and continue to work diligently to uncover all relevant facts surrounding the incident." "Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones affected by this heartbreaking event," the press release said. It asked anyone with relevant information to come forward as the investigation remains active. PEOPLE has reached out to the sheriff's department for comment. On Wednesday, May 21, KDSK reported, citing the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, that Poppy's Playhouse 2's operating license has been suspended amid the sheriff department's death news station said the suspension was immediate, and the daycare had 10 days to appeal the decision. A Google listing for Poppy's Playhouse 2 shows the daycare as "temporarily closed." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. PEOPLE reached out to a number listed for Poppy's Playhouse 2 for comment, as well as the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Read the original article on People
Miami Herald
21-05-2025
- Miami Herald
3-year-old was suffocated at day care and lay dead for hours, Missouri mom says
A 3-year-old boy died in a Missouri day care when a worker applied weight to his body to make him sleep, according to a lawsuit filed by the child's mother. The body of Conrad David Wade Ashcraft remained on the floor of Poppy's Playhouse in Park Hills 'for hours' Friday, May 16, legal representation for Tara Williams said in the wrongful death lawsuit. Lacey Hardie, Conrad's aunt, described the incident as 'a horrific, callous, negligent, and senseless act that never should have happened,' KMOV reported. Hardie said her nephew was a nonverbal boy who had autism, according to KSDK. No charges have been announced as of May 21. Poppy's Playhouse has not publicly commented on the fatal incident. McClatchy News attempted to reach out to the day care May 21, but calls were not answered. The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's Office of Childhood is conducting an investigation, KMOV reported, as is the St. Francois County Sheriff's Department, which called the death a 'heartbreaking event.' 'We understand the community's grief and concern,' the City of Park Hills said in a statement. 'The city has full confidence in the independent investigation and believes that accountability is essential, regardless of the circumstances.' The incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Park Hills Police Department, but the investigation was turned over to the sheriff's office because Poppy's Playhouse is owned by Park Hills Councilwoman Spring Gray. Gray resigned from her city council position, Park Hills Mayor Stacey Easter said May 20. The lawsuit did not name the worker who Williams has accused of killing her son. 'Defendant, through the use of lower extremities, applied weight and pressure to (the victim's) chest and/or abdomen, while he was laying down, in order to subdue (the victim) in an effort to force him to sleep,' according to the lawsuit filed against Poppy's Playhouse. Conrad was suffocated, Williams said in the lawsuit, which accuses Poppy's Playhouse of failure to 'properly train and supervise its employees to insure safe interaction between staff and children.' It was Williams who found her son's lifeless body when she came to pick up her son nearly four hours after his nap time began, Hardie told KSDK. Williams is seeking compensation for the 'suffering' and 'aggravating circumstances' of her son's death, the lawsuit states. According to an obituary, Conrad enjoyed swimming, spending time with his family, as well as the TV series 'Cocomelon' and movie franchises 'Toy Story' and 'Cars.' 'He was a beautiful child. He enjoyed being free and living his sweet little life,' Hardie told KTVI. Park Hills is about a 65-mile drive southwest from St. Louis.
Metro
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Glastonbury reveals line-up for another stage including chart-topping 80s legend
The line-up for another Glastonbury stage has been announced with a performance set from an 80s icon. Confirmed headliners for the festival this year include The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo, while Charli XCX, Doechii, Kaiser Chiefs, The Libertines, and Fatboy Slim will all be taking to the festival's stages as well. Organisers have revealed the line-up for the beloved Park Stage, with Anohni And The Johnsons, Caribou, and The Maccabees set to headline. Elsewhere on the weekend, Cars hitmaker Gary Numan is set to perform alongside the likes of Self Esteem, Beth Gibbons, and Future Islands. The musician, 67, is regarded as one of the pioneers of electronic music, pioneering his own unique sound that has earned him an Ivor Novello Award and an Inspiration Award from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers, and Authors. He has released a string of hit singles, including Cars and Are 'Friends' Electric?, which both reached number one in the UK. He has sold over 10million records, with his most recent release, Intruder, coming in 2021. We've teamed up with SXSW London to give away two pairs of Music Festival Wristbands valid for 2-7 June 2025. Headliners include Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems, Brit Award-winning artist Mabel, Crystal Castles's Alice Glass, and East London-based R&B artist NAO, plus emerging talent set to perform at showcase acts around Shoreditch. Click here to find out more about SXSW London's incredible events and how to enter to be in with a chance to win, or simply enter your details using the form below. *T&Cs apply. You have until midnight on Sunday 25th May 2025 to enter. Good luck! * Open to legal residents of Great Britain (excluding Northern Ireland) aged 18 or over. Promotion opens at 06:01 BST on 13 May 2025 and closes at 23:59 BST on 25 May 2025. The promotion is free to enter; however internet access is required. Entrant must visit and when prompted by the form, submit their name, email, telephone number, date of birth and postcode. Acceptance of the terms and conditions (by ticking the relevant checkbox) is necessary to enter the promotion. 1 entry per person. 1 prize available per person. There will be two (2) winners. Each winner will win two (2) Full Week (6 days) Music Festival Wristbands (each such wristband worth £99) granting secondary access to Official SXSW London Music Festival showcases valid from 2 until 7 June 2025. Proof of age and photographic ID is required for entry (18+). The prize, including entry and attendance at SXSW, is subject to and governed by the SXSW's full ticket terms and conditions here. Full T&Cs apply, see here. It marks the first time the music legend has ever played Glastonbury, despite his career spanning six decades. Numan will play two warm-up shows ahead of his Glastonbury performance, with intimate shows in Brighton and Frome. The Stonebridge venue will play host to Hot Chip's Joe Goddard, BBC newsreader Ros Atkins, Confidence Man, and a tribute to the late DJ Randall. Bimble Inn will feature a performance from Blur's Alex James, who will treat attendees to a 'Britpop classical DJ set.' Sharing the announcement, organisers wrote: 'Gazing down across the Festival site from the heady heights of the hill top, The Park returns in 2025 with another line-up of spectacular acts to inspire wonder and ignite delight! More Trending 'This ever-vibrant home of eclectic fabulousness offers a host of venues bent on robbing your every inhibition, and filling your mind – and every synapse – with bacchian wonder.' And there's still more announcements to come, with BBC Radio star Lauren Laverne has teased US trio Haim could be making their way to Glastonbury Festival 2025 for a secret performance. 'They've got summer shows coming up, one is Dreamland Summer Series in Margate on June 27,' Lauren noted on BBC6 Music yesterday, before adding: 'What else is happening that weekend? 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Dykes On Decks Bumpah Slagland Twat Union DJ Doll Beatles Dub Club Craig Charles Iraina Mancini Moreish Idols Orbital's Phil Hartnoll Rizzy And The Gents Snowapple Sofar Sounds Soulstice Presents: Our Soulful House Transgressive Takeover Westside Cowboy Woody Cook Madalitso Band Existential Dress Dacrease Frankie Francis Norsicaa Sonido Tupinamba Zonzo Mera Bhai Bobby Charisma Felt Sound System The Sweet Charity All Stars Pickle Juice Sisters Of The Zodiac Alex James Britpop Classical DJ Set Dr Meaker Electric Jalaba Power Ballad Yoga 70s Dub Club They Say Jump 3 Daft Monkeys Dogshow Samantics Old Time Sailors Bawah (Formerly Mauvey) Maruja DJ Polly LSDJ Conradical Glastonbury Festival 2025 takes place from June 25 to 29 at Worthy Farm, Somerset . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Social Rundown: 'Lightning' McQueen car and 14th century artifact
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Welcome back to the Social Rundown, where you can learn about the online trends happening globally and in Texoma, too! Want to get the latest tea or news on what's trending on social media? Tune in daily! 'Lightning' McQueen from Cars One father wanted to make his son's dreams come true, as young Oliver wanted his dad to paint his car like Lightning McQueen from the Disney Pixar movie Cars. Todd Kreisman fulfilled his son's wish, and 'Lightning' came about. Oliver was so happy about the car, and his father, Todd, loved seeing his son happy. But like the saying 'all good things come to an end', the father and son duo were rear-ended one day and the story of 'Lighning' ended. Todd and Oliver are fine, but laid 'Lightning' to rest. 14th-century Buddha returns home A 14th-century Korean Buddhist statue stolen from a Japanese temple more than 12 years ago returned home on Monday following a years-long legal battle between Japan and South Korea over its ownership. This statue dates back to the 1300s and was presumably stolen 200 years after that in 1527, so I can understand how this is a big deal. It was one of two stolen from the Kannon-ji temple in Japan. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Cars.com (NYSE:CARS) Misses Q1 Revenue Estimates
Online new and used car marketplace (NYSE:CARS) fell short of the market's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, with sales flat year on year at $179 million. Its GAAP loss of $0.03 per share was significantly below analysts' consensus estimates. Is now the time to buy Find out in our full research report. Revenue: $179 million vs analyst estimates of $180.2 million (flat year on year, 0.6% miss) EPS (GAAP): -$0.03 vs analyst estimates of $0.12 (significant miss) Adjusted EBITDA: $50.72 million vs analyst estimates of $47.48 million (28.3% margin, 6.8% beat) Operating Margin: 3.6%, down from 7.1% in the same quarter last year Free Cash Flow Margin: 13.2%, similar to the previous quarter Dealer Customers: 19,250, in line with the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $723.5 million "We were encouraged to see growing momentum across our core marketplace and solutions portfolio as the first quarter progressed. Dealer count improvement, coupled with record unique visitors to signal that we are winning share in our key end markets at a critical time when the automotive industry is seeking trusted, efficient, and highly effective tools to cut through external noise," said Alex Vetter, Chief Executive Officer of Cars Commerce. Originally started as a joint venture between several media companies including The Washington Post and The New York Times, (NYSE:CARS) is a digital marketplace that connects new and used car buyers and sellers. A company's long-term sales performance is one signal of its overall quality. Even a bad business can shine for one or two quarters, but a top-tier one grows for years. Regrettably, sales grew at a sluggish 4.5% compounded annual growth rate over the last three years. This was below our standard for the consumer internet sector and is a tough starting point for our analysis. This quarter, missed Wall Street's estimates and reported a rather uninspiring 0.6% year-on-year revenue decline, generating $179 million of revenue. Looking ahead, sell-side analysts expect revenue to grow 4.2% over the next 12 months, similar to its three-year rate. This projection doesn't excite us and indicates its newer products and services will not lead to better top-line performance yet. Today's young investors likely haven't read the timeless lessons in Gorilla Game: Picking Winners In High Technology because it was written more than 20 years ago when Microsoft and Apple were first establishing their supremacy. But if we apply the same principles, then enterprise software stocks leveraging their own generative AI capabilities may well be the Gorillas of the future. So, in that spirit, we are excited to present our Special Free Report on a profitable, fast-growing enterprise software stock that is already riding the automation wave and looking to catch the generative AI next. As an online marketplace, generates revenue growth by increasing both the number of users on its platform and the average order size in dollars. struggled with new customer acquisition over the last two years as its dealer customers were flat at 19,250. This performance isn't ideal because internet usage is secular, meaning there are typically unaddressed market opportunities. If wants to accelerate growth, it likely needs to enhance the appeal of its current offerings or innovate with new products. Unfortunately, dealer customers were once again flat year on year in Q1. The quarterly print isn't too different from its two-year result, suggesting its new initiatives aren't accelerating buyer growth just yet. Average revenue per buyer (ARPB) is a critical metric to track because it measures how much the company earns in transaction fees from each buyer. ARPB also gives us unique insights into a user's average order size and take rate, or "cut", on each order. ARPB growth has been subpar over the last two years, averaging 2.8%. This raises questions about its platform's health when paired with its flat dealer customers. If wants to grow its buyers, it must either develop new features or lower its monetization of existing ones. This quarter, ARPB clocked in at $2,473. It declined 1.3% year on year, mirroring the performance of its dealer customers. We enjoyed seeing beat analysts' EBITDA expectations this quarter. On the other hand, its revenue, EPS, and dealer customers missed. Zooming out, we think this was a mixed quarter. The stock traded up 1.5% to $11.49 immediately following the results. So should you invest in right now? What happened in the latest quarter matters, but not as much as longer-term business quality and valuation, when deciding whether to invest in this stock. We cover that in our actionable full research report which you can read here, it's free.
