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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
CSP: Fatal Highway 115 motorcycle crash was a head-on collision
(FREMONT COUNTY, Colo.) — The fatal crash on Colorado Highway 115 near Florence on Sunday, June 1, was caused when a motorcyclist was unable to navigate a curve and went over the double yellow line into oncoming traffic, hitting two vehicles, according to the Colorado State Patrol (CSP). RELATED STORY: UPDATE: CO-115 reopened near Florence after fatal crash CSP reported that on Sunday, around noon, a Harley-Davidson motorcycle with one person riding was driving eastbound on Hwy 115. As the motorcycle was entering a right curve in the road near Brewster Lane, west of Florence, it crossed over the double-yellow line and into the oncoming traffic. According to CSP, the motorcycle side-swiped a Chevrolet Tahoe that was driving in the westbound lane, then hit a Jeep Grand Cherokee that was driving behind the Tahoe head-on, causing the Tahoe to spin out and the motorcyclist to be thrown from the bike, which slid into the eastbound lane. The Jeep hit the motorcyclist before coming to a stop. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead on the scene, and the Fremont County Coroner will release their identity at a later time, according to CSP. Neither the driver of the Tahoe, a 49-year-old man from Florence, nor the driver of the Jeep, a 36-year-old woman from Penrose, had injuries. The cause of the crash is being investigated. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Irish Independent
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
In pictures: Killarney rocks out to yet another hugely successful BikeFest weekend
The event, which takes place on the grounds of the Gleneagle INEC Arena every year, always proves to be a smash hit success and this year was once again no different as crowds of thousands flocked to enjoy all of the festivities taking place over the course of the long weekend. Leather jackets, long beards, beautiful bikes, tattoos galore, and the glorious sound of bike engines were the order of the weekend in the and plenty of beer too, can't forget that. Highlights over the few days included the annual bike parade that made its way through Killarney on Sunday and this was led by the one and only Irish country music star and lifelong biker Jimmy Buckley who had the honour of being named as Grand Marshal. Guided ride-outs also took place along the Ring of Kerry, Skellig Ring, Caragh Lake and the Dingle Peninsula. Other highlights included the brilliant purposely built 'Bike Village' which became a sort of base camp for the weekend as it welcomed bikers and non-bikers alike to browse the various traders, food stalls, merchandise stands as well as the Harley-Davidson Experiential Zone and free live entertainment for all the family. It all finished up on Sunday with live music from the brilliant AC/DC tribute act Hells Bells as well as The Harleys headlining a great line-up of entertainment. This year's event also saw the introduction of a new autism-friendly hour from 1pm to 2pm on the Sunday which offered visitors a more relaxed experience thanks to reduced sound and lighting. Ireland Bikefest is hailed as one of the most premier free open motorcycle festivals in all of Europe and judging by the success of yet another outing this year, it's safe to say that it will continue to be renowned for years to come.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump's tariff drama shows he doesn't understand what America stands for
With his usual idiosyncratic use of capital letters, Donald Trump has pronounced judgment on the court which presumed to halt his tariff programme. If allowed to stand, their decision would, he wrote on his Truth Social platform,'completely destroy Presidential Power'. These 'backroom hustlers', he went on, 'must not be allowed to destroy our Nation'. Presumably the reference to the three judges (one of whom was appointed by Trump himself) as engaging in a sleazy 'backroom' conspiracy was an iteration of the earlier White House claim that these 'unelected judges' were arrogantly abusing their authority by interfering in the policy decisions of the President. This is, in fact, entirely wrong. What Trump regards as his rightful 'Presidential Power' does not permit him to make unilateral changes in tariffs (or in most economic policies) without the consent of Congress. He, or at least some of his advisers, seemed to have been aware of this at the outset because they framed their package of new tariffs as an 'emergency measure' which, in theory, would give the President permission to act without following the normal legislative procedure. This emergency provision was, of course, designed for dealing with wars or natural emergencies of a catastrophic kind. Congress and the federal courts were, traditionally, only to permit this kind of intervention by a President on grounds of national security. So the Trump White House originally declared a 'national economic emergency' and invoked the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act, but more recently, perhaps aware that this might be too ambiguous and difficult to defend, changed its designation of the crisis to a 'fentanyl epidemic'. While this term might just conceivably account for the punitive tariffs on Mexico, it is hard to see how it could be applicable to the European Union whose trade advantage with the US might be more to do with the fact that there are more Americans who want to buy European things than there are Europeans who want to buy American things. (Harley-Davidson motorbikes and Levi jeans apparently account for most imports from the US.) The derisive reference to judges as 'unelected' – and thus supposedly without legitimate power to intervene in presidential decisions – shows a total misunderstanding of the role of the judiciary whose function is precisely to interpret the Constitution and decide whether actions taken by the Executive (the Presidency) and the Legislature (Congress) are legal. Being 'unelected' is what, in theory at least, allows judges to make disinterested, non-partisan decisions. That is the great abiding principle of the United States Constitution. This country was to be, the Founders declared, 'a nation of laws, not men'. Ultimate authority over the conduct of national life – and the relationship between government and the citizenry – could never be dependent on the will (or the whims) of any elected politician, but must always be subject to judicial interpretation. The law – and those whose job it was to interpret it – had authority over any individual who held office. The 'Presidential Power' which Trump believes is rightly his was never intended to be absolute – even though he was elected by what he insists was a 'landslide': that no one person should ever have unchecked power was the defining point of the American Revolution. Even if subsequent Court rulings go in his favour and overturn the original judgement which threw the Trump reality tv Tariff Show into further doubt after weeks of backtracking and climbdown 'deals', the principle will stand. It was a Court that put an end to his arbitrary declaration of a new economic policy and it will take another Court to reverse that judgement. The Constitution will hold against the onslaught – just as it did on that infamous January day of Capitol rioting when an exceptionally courageous Vice President, Mike Pence, continued to count the votes that took the presidency away from his own administration. It is quite extraordinary how a document which embodies an inspirational idea can survive even when it is being tested nearly to destruction. But there is one element of American political doctrine which the Trump White House seems to have embraced wholeheartedly – even if it applies it more abroad than at home. Rather bizarrely, the President and his attack dog JD Vance have taken to lecturing other countries with historic democratic traditions (like this one) on free speech. Even as Trump and his breathtakingly aggressive press spokeswoman, Karoline Leavitt, are threatening to banish journalists who ask unhelpful questions, and his administration is attempting to prevent Harvard from admitting foreign students because some unpleasant things have been said on its campus, the White House solemnly declares its concern about the fate of British citizens whose careless tweets have resulted in prosecution. Sending people to prison for inflammatory social media posts is a seriously contentious issue which must be (and has been) exhaustively debated in Britain. That discussion has been held – as would be expected in this most rational of countries – with good conscience and proper deliberation on both sides. But what business does the most authoritarian, bullying, diplomatically obtuse administration in modern American history have inserting itself into this discussion? Considering their own problems at home which, according to the White House, actually constitute a national emergency, why are they intervening in what we ourselves recognise as a serious domestic issue? This would be wildly inappropriate even if Trump's insults and abuse of anyone who contradicts him did not make his passion for other people's free speech absurd. So what is this about? It is a distraction. Nothing more than an attempt to draw public attention away from the international chaos his original tariff plans unleashed, his failure to stop Putin's war in Ukraine or to bring peace to the Middle East, the huge profits made by his family and friends on the crypto gambits he has launched and perhaps finally, what could prove his inability to cut taxes if he cannot ram his tariff programme through. That is the real motivating force behind this selective passion for free expression from a President who just last week shouted at a reporter who asked a disobliging question: 'Don't ever say what you said.' Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Audi announces Olympian Neeraj Chopra as new brand ambassador
Neeraj Chopra secured the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in javelin throw Check Offers Audi India has announced double-Olympic medallist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra as its new brand ambassador. The sports icon steps into the new role in what would be his first association with an automaker. Chopra was present at the launch of the Audi RS Q8 earlier this year, signalling his association with the German luxury carmaker. Audi says the partnership celebrates the shared values between the athlete and the brand - world-class performance, explosive speed and iconic stature. Neeraj Chopra is the new Audi India brand ambassador Neeraj captivated the Indian masses with his fantastic performance in the Tokyo Olympics. The athlete brought home a gold medal, the first in javelin throw. He followed it up with top spots at the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games and World Championships, and would later win Silver at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Chopra is an ardent petrolhead himself, and likes both cars and bikes. He also owns a Harley-Davidson, apart from a number of other luxury offerings. Neeraj Chopra with Audi India Head Balbir Singh Dhillon at the Audi RS Q8 launch earlier this year Speaking about bringing Neeraj Chopra on board, Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head - Audi India, said, 'At Audi, we stand for those who push boundaries - those who are not just defined by performance, but by the relentless pursuit of excellence. Neeraj Chopra is the embodiment of that spirit. Determined and iconic, his journey from ambition to achievement mirrors Audi's progressive DNA. His focus, speed, and unmatched performance make him a natural extension of our brand - a symbol of what it means to lead, not follow." Speaking about his association with Audi, Neeraj Chopra said, 'I've always admired Audi - not just for the cars, but for what the brand stands for. As an athlete, these values resonate deeply with me. Whether it's on the field or in life, the pursuit of excellence never stops. I'm excited to join the Audi family and represent a brand that inspires forward motion in everything it does." Previously, former Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli was associated with Audi India. Both Kohli and Chopra have a strong following among the young fans and are known for their fantastic performances on the field. Audi says it remains committed to aligning with individuals who champion innovation, resilience, and evolution. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 31 May 2025, 11:22 AM IST
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Group traveling through 22 states to spread veteran suicide awareness
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — A group of advocates is taking a cross-country motorcycle ride with a powerful mission; they want to raise awareness and support for veteran suicide prevention. 'We're making stops along the way. We happen to have 26 Harley-Davidson dealers and one Polaris dealer. We're meeting up with other riders and veterans and just trying to show them that we're here to support them,' explained Angie White, the founder of 'Riding 22 in 22' The Ohio based non-profit 'Riding 22 in 22' has partnered up with Strive, an organization that helps veterans who are struggling with PTSD and other challenges, to be able to offer treatment to veterans at no cost. Sioux City schools' free summer meal program begins June 9 'We're hoping that veterans will know that there are people here that care, and, you know, a veteran is more apt to help another veteran before they'll ask for help for themselves, and so we just want them to know that there are programs out there and people that care,' Angie White stated. Angie's husband, Jason White, is a Desert Storm veteran who had some problems when he first came back home to the states. After telling his stories to older veterans, he found out that not a lot of veterans were getting the help they needed. 'I had a friend of mine who I looked up to highly. He was a Vietnam vet, and I had a lot of problems that I complained to him about. He's like, 'Yeah, we all have these problems.' He said, and they didn't get the recognition we got when we came back, and I felt that, you know, I didn't feel like that was right,' said Jason White, the other founder of 'Riding 22 in 22.' That's when Jason and his wife decided to start making a difference and spread their message. 'We came up with this idea actually back in 2022 and decided, you know, how cool would be to ride 22 states in 22 days in 2022. Well, life gets in the way, and we didn't quite get to that, and we finally sat down this year, and well, I mean last year, and said if we're going to do this, we're going to have to do it,' said Jason. Story continues below Top Story: UnityPoint Health to acquire MercyOne Siouxland Lights & Sirens: Sioux City Police Department: Deadly March stabbing justified Sports: Local Iowa high school boys soccer playoff highlights and scores (5-29-25) Weather: Get the latest weather forecast here 'We all did a lot of pre-prepping beforehand, all the bikes went in and kind of got an overview, a safety check, and we're just literally taking it one day at a time. We have a lot of fun along the way, you know, seeing some sights along the way,' said Angie. The couple said that hearing from veterans along the way has made everything worthwhile. 'When we hear those stories, we're able to speak with them and other people are able to share their stories, and we know that this is what we're supposed to be doing,' stated Angie. The non-profit relies on donations to continue to spread the message. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
