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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Texas Game Wardens urge safety ahead of Safe Boating Week
May 14—AUSTIN — Texas Game Wardens and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urge boaters to make safety their top priority as they kick off National Safe Boating Week, May 17 — 23. With about 1.7 million surface acres of freshwater inland lakes, 4 million surface acres of saltwater and 191,000 miles of rivers and streams statewide, Texas offers opportunities for boating, fishing and water recreation. In 2024, Texas reported 169 boating incidents, with 24 water fatalities — 22 of those victims were not wearing life jackets. In addition, 78 boating incidents resulted in injuries affecting 100 people, a news release said. "These incidents aren't just statistics, they represent real people and real families forever changed by moments that could have been prevented," Cody Jones, TPWD assistant commander for marine enforcement, said in the release. "Taking simple precautions, like wearing a life jacket, can be the key to making it home safely. It's a small step that can have a life-saving impact." Texas is home to nearly 560,000 registered recreational boats, along with an estimated 359,000 unregistered vessels such as kayaks, paddleboards and small sailboats under 14 feet. With summer approaching, waterways will be crowded and safety should be a priority for everyone. Safety tips to keep in mind: — Always wear a life jacket; it's the law for kids under 13. — Use your boat's ignition safety switch; it's the law. — Never boat under the influence of alcohol. — Don't overload your vessel. — Maintain a safe speed and keep a proper lookout. — Be cautious in low water or near submerged objects. — Take a certified boater education course. — Leave a float plan with someone you trust. — Exercise special caution on personal watercraft. — Avoid saltwater if you have open wounds as vibrio bacteria occur naturally in Texas coastal waters. "National Safe Boating Week is more than a campaign — it's a reminder that fun on the water starts with responsibility," said Jones. "Whether you're paddling a kayak or operating a larger vessel, your actions affect everyone around you." As Texans head to the water this holiday weekend, Texas Game Wardens will be there not just to patrol, but to partner with the public in promoting safe and enjoyable experiences for all. Together, by making smart choices and looking out for one another, we can help ensure that every outing ends with everyone returning home safely. For more information or to enroll in a boater safety course, visit the TPWD Boater Education Program.
Forbes
23-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
HP Promo Codes: Shop Laptops, Monitors And More At Up To 55% Off
Whether you're looking for a two-in-one laptop, gaming peripherals or a new printer, HP has all the bases covered. The brand makes our favorite home printer, the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125E, as well as our pick for the best value business laptop, the HP ProBook 445. Best of all, you can almost always find valid HP promo codes if you know where to look. Check out the best offers available this week to save as much as 55%. Save up to 55% on new tech with this week's top HP promo codes. No, HP only lets you use one coupon or promo code at a time. You can return most HP products within 30 days of delivery, but you may be charged a restocking fee of up to 15% of the purchase price. Certain items, like gift cards, opened software and digital software downloads, are not refundable. Yes, most HP products qualify for free standard shipping. If you elect for an upgraded shipping speed, like express or priority, an additional fee will apply at checkout. If you're new to HP, you can sign up for emails to save $20 on your next qualifying purchase. To unlock the discount simply navigate to the HP Store website. Next, wait for the offer pop-up to appear and enter your name and email address. Your one-time $20 off coupon will then be sent to you via email. Yes, students can sign up for the HP Education Program to save up to 40% on select items. Rather than getting a traditional flat discount, students can access special discounts and exclusive offers via the free membership program. Yes, HP offers military discounts as well as discounts for healthcare professionals and first responders. Sign up with your account to save up to 40% on select HP tech. HP offers a referral program for Instant Ink, its subscription service for printer ink. When you sign up for the program, you'll get a unique code to share with friends. If someone signs up using your code, you'll both receive one month of free service. Yes, HP's Employee Purchase Program offers up to 10% off select products. You can typically stack this employee benefit with existing offers, allowing for combined discounts of up to 40% off. After adding your desired items, click the cart icon in the top right corner. From here, you can review your order summary and add a coupon by clicking 'use a promo code' and entering a qualifying code. The Forbes Vetted deals team has more than a decade of combined experience. Our editors track the best offers on the web and manually verify every coupon to ensure readers get the most accurate information. This article was last updated on Tuesday, April 22. Jordan Thomas, the author of this story, is the assistant deals editor for Forbes Vetted. She has covered deals and consumer shopping for more than six years. She creates daily content for Forbes Vetted and tracks prices on top products all year long. Hewlett-Packard, more commonly known as HP, was founded in 1939 as an information technology company. In 2015, the business split into two companies, launching Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP Inc., a personal computer, printer and related peripherals company. HP is currently the world's second-largest computer vendor, behind Lenovo. Although it doesn't have any brick-and-mortar stores, you can find HP products online or at most classic retailers, like Best Buy and Walmart.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
DeWine calls for ban on cell phones in schools
Apr. 17—COLUMBUS — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine hosted a press conference this month supporting legislation that would ban the use of cell phones in public schools in Ohio. Sponsored by Sen. Jane Timken. R-Jackson Township, Senate Bill 158 incorporates language first introduced by DeWine in his executive budget — prohibiting student use of cell phones during the school day. "It's clear that we need to get cell phones out of our classrooms," said DeWine. "The constant distraction of cell phones makes it nearly impossible for students to focus and learn. Not only do they negatively impact student performance, but they can also be harmful to kids' mental and emotional health." "In schools that have already banned phones, we've heard from teachers, administrators, and parents who say the results have been remarkable. Student engagement has improved. Grades are better. Socialization is improving," DeWine said. "It's rare that one change can have such a positive difference. That's why it's time to make Ohio schools phone free." SB 158 will expedite the implementation process — allowing schools time over the summer to update their policies to prohibit student use of cell phones in time for the start of the 2025-2026 school year this fall. The bill includes exceptions for students using a cell phone for a documented purpose as part of an Individualized Education Program or for monitoring a health concern. "When phones are within reach, our children are constantly wondering, 'What am I missing? What notification did I miss?' This does not provide for a conducive learning environment, and also has damaging social effects," Timken said. "This legislation is a common sense approach to unplug our children from the constant distractions that they have in the classroom. It will reduce those distractions and will facilitate the building of the interpersonal relationships that are so vital to human development."
Forbes
04-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Refresh Your Tech For Up To 58% Off With These HP Promo Codes
Whether you're looking for a two-in-one laptop, gaming peripherals or a new printer, HP has all the bases covered. The brand makes our pick for the best home printer overall, the HP OfficeJet Pro 9125E, as well as our pick for the best value business laptop, the HP ProBook 445. Best of all, you can almost always find great HP promo codes and coupons to use online. We've rounded up the best offers this week below. Score a best-selling gaming headset, our favorite all-in-one printer and more for up to 58% off with ... More these HP promo codes. No, HP only lets you use one coupon or promo code at a time. You can return most HP products within 30 days of delivery, however you may be charged a restocking fee of up to 15% of the purchase price. Certain items, like gift cards, opened software and digital software downloads, are not refundable. Yes, most HP products qualify for free standard shipping. If you elect for an upgraded shipping speed, like express or priority, an additional fee will apply at checkout. Yes, students can sign up for the HP Education Program to save up to 40% on select items. Rather than getting a traditional flat discount, students can access special discounts and exclusive offers via the free membership program. Yes, HP offers military discounts as well as discounts for healthcare professionals and first responders. Sign up with your account to save up to 40% on select HP tech. HP offers a referral program for Instant Ink, its subscription service for printer ink. When you sign up for the program, you'll get a unique code to share with friends. If someone signs up using your code, you'll both receive one month of free service. Yes, HP's Employee Purchase Program offers up to 10% off select products. You can typically stack this employee benefit with existing offers, allowing for combined discounts of up to 40% off. Hewlett-Packard, more commonly known as HP, was founded in 1939 as an information technology company. In 2015, the business split into two companies, birthing Hewlett Packard Enterprise and HP Inc., a personal computer, printer and related peripherals company. HP is currently the world's second-largest computer vendor, behind Lenovo. Although it doesn't have any brick-and-mortar stores, you can find HP products online or at most classic retailers, like Best Buy and Walmart.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Trump administration to audit California sex education curriculum for 'medical accuracy'
The Trump administration is reviewing the curriculum of a sex education program in California for medical accuracy and age appropriateness, a move that has sparked backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates worried about queer and transgender sexual health information being censored. Last week, California was asked to submit all educational materials from its federally funded Personal Responsibility Education Program to the Administration for Children and Families at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, according to a news release from the administration. HHS provides $75 million in annual funding to PREP programs across the nation. The stated goal of these programs is to prevent adolescent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections. "As part of our radical transparency efforts, I will ensure the curriculum students are taught is age-appropriate and medically accurate," said Andrew Gradison, ACF acting assistant secretary, in a statement on the curriculum review. Read more: Trump's rebuke to 'gender ideology' changes federal policy and sets up clash with California Jorge Reyes Salinas, spokesperson for LGBTQ+ civil rights organization Equality California, called Gradison's statement misleading. "This is not about curriculum transparency, it's about censorship, plain and simple," Salinas told The Times. "This investigation of California's PREP program appears to be politically motivated and attempts to undermine the inclusive, medically accurate sex education services that serve our most vulnerable youth." California's PREP program provides sexual health education to youths ages 10 to 19 with a focus on reaching those who are low-income, experiencing homelessness, in foster care, in the juvenile justice system or identify as LGBTQ+, according to the California Department of Public Health. The department says California's PREP curriculum has been shown to influence youth to delay sexual activity, increase condom or contraceptive use for those who are sexually active, and to reduce the number of sexual partners. Salinas said he believes the administration's probe into the curriculum is a thinly veiled attempt to erase mentions of the transgender community, transgender health care and different gender identities and pronouns. "This is all part of their calculated political attack against transgender and nonbinary people," he said. In January, Trump issued an executive order saying that the government would only recognize two genders, male and female, effectively erasing federal recognition of transgender people. His administration has weakened nondiscrimination protections under the Affordable Care Act, giving health care providers and insurers more leeway to deny services to transgender individuals. Trump has also challenged a new California law that prevents school districts from notifying parents if their child asks to use a different name or pronoun in the classroom. Read more: Trump targets California ban on 'forced outing' of students' gender identity to parents Attention was drawn to California's PREP program last week, when the Daily Mail published an article stating that its curriculum discussed role-plays "which present same-gender couples and discuss the use of sexual aids." This article was circulated by Trump Deputy Assistant Alex Pfeiffer, who said in a post on X that California is "using taxpayer money to teach kids about sex toys and role playing." The California Department of Public Health did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the accuracy of this claim. Salinas called the comment "ridiculous," saying that the point of California's PREP program is to provide valuable lessons on abstinence, contraception, sexually transmitted infections, and healthy relationships and decision-making. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
