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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Texas camp leader waited over an hour after flood warning to evacuate
The adult leader of Camp Mystic, the Texas summer camp where 27 children and counselors died in the Hill Country floods, waited more than an hour after receiving a severe flood warning before initiating an evacuation, it was disclosed on Monday. Richard 'Dick' Eastland, who had run the popular all-girls, Christian-values sleepaway camp on the banks of the Guadalupe River with his family since the 1980s, was among the fatalities after a wall of water rushed through the camp early on 4 July. A spokesperson for the Eastland family told the Washington Post that a National Weather Service (NWS) alert was sent to his phone at 1.14am warning of 'life threatening flash flooding', and only at 2.30am, with heavy rain still falling and the river level rising fast, he made the decision to begin evacuations. The account sheds new light on a chaotic few hours at the campsite, where almost 700 girls were sleeping in dormitories. Campers were not allowed to bring mobile phones, and counselors were made to surrender theirs, leaving them unable to see the emergency alerts themselves, two teenage Mexican counselors previously revealed. Related: Texas's Camp Mystic was 'a place of joy'. Floods turned it into a site of great loss The family spokesperson, Jeff Carr, said Eastland spent time after receiving the alert conferring with family members, some of whom lived and worked at the 725-acre camp as staff. The Post said the NWS alert did not contain an order or recommendation for evacuation, a power it said rests with local government officials. Separately, the actions of authorities in Kerr county, which bore the brunt of the flooding that killed 132 and left 160 missing, continue to come under scrutiny. Carr said staff communicated with each other by walkie-talkie about how to respond – and that Eastland eventually ordered an evacuation after realizing that the situation had become critical, particularly at dormitories closest to the river containing some of the youngest campers. Eastland, 70, died after his truck was swept away as he tried to move a group of small girls to safety, Carr said. Many of the fatalities occurred in the Bubble Inn and Twins cabins, which the Post analysis said were caught between swirling eddies rising to 4ft. Ultimately the Guadalupe River crested at 37.5ft, the US Geological Survey said. Many of the teenage counselors in charge of the dormitories were left to make instant life-or-death decisions on their own, having lost contact with adult supervisors, the Post said. Carr added that the Eastland family wanted to put out the information about the timeline to try to avoid speculation. 'It will be important to go through this process and avoid sharing information on a piecemeal basis,' he said following a family meeting on Sunday, which he said was the first real opportunity they had to meet and grieve together. While the statement explains some of the decisions by camp staff, others will continue to be questioned. The chief of the Hunt volunteer fire department, closest to Camp Mystic, told the newspaper it did not receive any calls for help from the camp. Meanwhile, families of some of the campers have said they did not receive any notification from the camp about the situation until an email shortly before 11.30am. The search for those still missing was halted in some places on Sunday and Monday after further heavy rain created dangerous conditions and fears of further flooding. Related: A deadly 1987 flood foreshadowed the Texas disaster. Survivors ask, 'why didn't we learn?' At a meeting of the Kerr county commission on Monday morning, the first since the disaster, officials revealed grim new details of the aftermath of the emergency. 'We've heard accounts of trailer after trailer after trailer being swept into the river with families in them. [We] can't find the trailers, we don't know how many of them there are,' the county judge, Rob Kelly, said. One trailer was found 'completely covered in gravel' 27ft below the surface of the river, he said, adding that sonar crews were searching the river and local lakes. Two reservoir lakes attached to the river would be drained to aid the search, officials said. The Kerr county sheriff, Larry Leitha, told the meeting that his office's search and recovery operation could last up to six months, CNN reported. The sheriff's office said 2,200 people from multiple local, state and federal agencies had been deployed to assist in the recovery effort. Associated Press contributed reporting
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Trump administration seeks to end bond hearings for immigrants without legal status
The Trump administration is reportedly seeking to bar millions of immigrants who allegedly arrived in the US without legal status from receiving a bond hearing as they try to fight their deportations in court. The new policy would apply during removal proceedings, which can take years, for millions of immigrants who entered the country from Mexico in recent decades, according to a report from the Washington Post, which reviewed documents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice). Such immigrants had previously been allowed to request a bond hearing before an immigration judge, but Todd Lyons, Ice's acting director, stated in a memo reviewed by the Post that the homeland security and justice departments had 'revisited [their] legal position on detention and release authorities'. The departments determined that such immigrants 'may not be released from Ice custody', Lyons reportedly wrote in the memo. Related: Trump's tax bill funds $6bn expansion of US-Mexico border surveillance, report finds That new restriction, which is expected to face legal challenges, was issued on 8 July shortly after the Republican-controlled Congress provided Ice $45bn over the next four years to detain immigrants for civil deportation proceedings. 'To be clear, [Ice's] position here is laughable and is being rejected by immigration judges all over the US, and will soon be dismissed by actual federal court judges in habeas proceedings,' Charles Kuck, an immigration attorney and Emory University law professor, wrote on X in a post that alluded to challenges against one's detention. The policy change would mark the latest significant departure for Ice, which during Joe Biden's presidency provided a guide on how immigrants who are detained can post bond. 'Judges see a lot of people every day,' the guide stated. 'You can make your testimony stand out by speaking sincerely. Think about a story that will show the judge how much your family needs you. Explain to the judge why your detention hurts your family very much. 'We hope that this guide provides you with helpful information when preparing for your bond hearing. We wish you the best of luck with your case!' The Center for Immigration Studies, which advocates for reducing immigration, defended the new reported policy. 'Detention is absolutely the best way to approach this, if you can do it,' Mark Krikorian, executive director for the Center for Immigration Studies, told the Post. 'It costs a lot of money, obviously. 'You're pretty much guaranteed to be able to remove the person, if there's a negative finding, if … [they're] in detention.' The Trump administration had already worked to limit which immigrants can post bond. Previously, people arrested after they had entered the US and placed in regular removal proceedings were eligible for a bond hearing, according to the National Immigration Project, a non-profit whose attorneys have defended immigrants facing deportation. But in May, the federal Board of Immigration Appeals issued a ruling stating that such people were subject to mandatory detention, meaning that Ice could jail them during removal proceedings and not provide them an opportunity to appear before an immigration judge and get a bond set. Ice did not immediately respond to the Guardian's request for comment on the reported new policy.
New York Post
15 hours ago
- Sport
- New York Post
2025 MLB All-Star Game predictions, odds: Best bets, picks for AL vs. NL
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Lee Elia passed away this week at the age of 88. With a break in the action, this may be a perfect time to revisit the greatest managerial rant of all time: Wrigley Field; April 29, 1983; edited for space … and multiple F-bombs. 'Those [bleepin'] fans who come out. They're supposed to be behind you. 'I'll tell you, I hope we got [bleepin'] hotter than [bleep], just to stuff it up them 3,000 [bleepin'] fans. 'They can kiss my [bleepin'] ass. 'The mother[bleepers] don't work. That's why they're at the [bleepin'] game. 'They oughta go out and get a [bleepin'] job; find out what it's like to earn a [bleepin'] living. 'Eighty-five percent of the [bleepin'] world is working. The other 15 percent come out here. We got guys bustin' it, and they boo. We're 5-14. 'It's disheartening. It really is. And we got 143 [bleepin'] games left!' Mets' National League shortstop Francisco Lindor. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect True greatness. Rant in peace Lee. All-Star Game pick. $50 on the American League (-105, Fanatics Sportsbook). Learn all you need to know about MLB Betting Derby results. Cal Raleigh won. Junior Caminero completed the exacta. Our pick, Matt Olson, finished mid-pack, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. never left the gate. Why Trust New York Post Betting The one and only Stitches has been handicapping baseball, daily, for the Post since 2019. Miraculously, he has finished in the black twice. But wait there's more. He showed his versatility by winning the Post's NFL Best Bet crown last year.
Miami Herald
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Coffee lovers can add Harry Potter magic
Brand collaborations have become a go-to strategy for companies looking to spark excitement, tap into nostalgia, and stand out in crowded grocery aisles. From the Pepsi/Peeps collab to the Van Leeuwen/Kraft Macaroni & Cheese and the Sour Patch Kids and Post cereal, these partnerships - three of the best, according to Advertising Week - leveraged each brand's strength to create something new that fans of both brands loved. Over the years, limited-edition cereals inspired by childhood cartoons, soda flavors based on video games, and snacks tied to movie franchises have emerged. They all have one thing in common: They target loyal fans and generate buzz on social media. People love these kinds of products because they're relatively inexpensive (unlike the Disney/Gucci or Nike/Christian Dior collabs) and tap into a cherished childhood memory. When the fandom is as massive and devoted as Harry Potter's, the potential is enormous, at least that's what Nestlé's newest release is banking on. The first Harry Potter book was published 28 years ago, so fans of the books and the movies that followed are all of prime coffee drinking age. Starting in August, Coffee Mate will roll out two limited-time creamers inspired by the Wizarding World: Cauldron Cake and White Chocolate Peppermint Toad (Zero Sugar). The flavors are the brand's first-ever official tie-in with the Harry Potter franchise and promise to bring a little magic to your morning cup. Related: Trader Joe's sells out of TikTok famous treat (here's when it's back) Nestlé's Coffee Mate (NESAF) brand is no stranger to wild flavor experiments - from basic sweet cream to indulgent Oreo collabs, the flavors make coffee anything but boring. But now, the company is tapping into one of the most powerful fandoms in pop culture with a new limited-time release that's already stirring up major buzz. For longtime fans, Cauldron Cake is a direct nod to a beloved treat sold at Honeydukes, the enchanted candy shop in the Harry Potter books and theme parks. Coffee Mate's take is described as a buttery, vanilla-toffee creamer that turns your cup of coffee into a dessert-like experience - no spellcasting required. More Retail: Lowe's launches massive early answer to Amazon Prime DayTarget has new plan to win back customers with big savingsHome Depot makes clear statement amid boycott threatsFamous retail chain makes two more alarming store closures The second flavor, White Chocolate Peppermint Toad, takes inspiration from another whimsical sweet and adds a wintery twist. With a blend of cool peppermint and creamy white chocolate - and no sugar - it's a bold choice for a summer launch, but one that plays into the fantasy feel. This isn't the first time a big brand has leaned into nostalgic crossovers. In recent months, Goldfish crackers introduced a Butterbeer flavor, and Universal theme parks have continued to expand their Harry Potter-themed food offerings. But Coffee Mate's move stands out because it brings the magic into an everyday routine. Related: Starbucks May Have Finally Found the Perfect Cold Foam It also comes at a time when brands are doubling down on nostalgia to boost grocery sales. If you're a die-hard Harry Potter fan, or are just tired of French vanilla and hazelnut, these magical mix-ins are sure to catch your eye - and they're sure to fly off the shelves faster than a Nimbus 2000. Both flavors will be available at major grocery retailers nationwide for a limited time starting in August 2025. Related: Starbucks considers massive menu change for unlikely reason The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Mint
21 hours ago
- Mint
Viral Video: Mother-daughter's brawl with young girl infuriates social media, ‘Just be ashamed of yourselves'
A viral video shows a fight on July 7 in Ridgewood, where a mother, daughter and a man attacked a student over a parking spot. The fight broke out outside 18-28 Putnam Ave in New York. Andreea Dumitru (45) and her daughter Sabrina Starman (21) clashed with 21-year-old Jada McPherson over a parking spot. An argument turned into a physical fight. Starman claimed McPherson started the name-calling and provoked them. The mother and daughter involved later apologised though they were arrested. However, McPherson is still upset about being attacked. She doesn't want to accept the apology. 'I don't accept the apology only because I feel like the apologies are only because of how much outreach the video is getting, and I don't think the apology is wholesome,' she told the New York Post. 'I don't think it's from their hearts, like deep down. But, I just hope they could see or see what they did wrong and kind of get a better understanding of how to operate or act in certain situations from this situation,' she added. The mother and the daughter have been getting online insults and even death threats after the video went viral. One anonymous message says, 'You ready to die?... Mark my words, I am going to murder ALL OF YOU.' That does not impress McPherson. She feels the death threats, especially against their son, are unnecessary. 'I just feel the violence, especially to [her] son, is completely unnecessary. He shouldn't be at fault for something that they did,' the Post quoted her as saying. Meanwhile, Dumitru said she had learned her lesson and would never repeat such a mistake. She added that she would not support such actions again and would avoid arguments over parking. 'You want the parking? Take it. It's not worth this. This is not worth it,' she said. Social media users reacted angrily to the viral brawl. One of them said, 'I thank God every day I don't live in this nasty city.' 'These people are unhinged and violently aggressive. The trans movement supports terrorism,' wrote another. 'New Yorkers are only ONLY generally concerned and sorry only when caught .. they have zero consideration for anyone others then themselves.. Sociopaths,' wrote one user. 'Just be ashamed of yourselves. You apologized - awesome. But, you did it and that speaks volumes,' wrote another.
