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3 days ago
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Rhody the robot helps Lake Ontario expedition to make a splash
May 30—OSWEGO — The National The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Deepwater Shipwreck Expedition at Lake Ontario wraps up today, and the two-week mission has created stunning results with the help of a remotely operated vehicle making its inaugural dives. "This has been a first of its kind expedition in a sanctuary," said Holly D. Pettus, deputy expedition leader. "We've used the University of Rhode Island's brand new ROV, Rhody, to document shipwrecks in order to construct awesome 3-D models." The ROV was developed by the URI Graduate School of Oceanography. The expedition set out on May 18 from Oswego aboard the 180-foot research vessel Lake Guardian, owned by the EPA. NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and the University of Rhode Island's Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute collaborated on the project. "It's been so cool to take Rhody on its maiden voyage and to see it in action for the first time," said expedition photographer and videographer Marley Parker. "I've been impressed by how reliable Rhody has been in this expedition and it's been amazing seeing it get in the water and doing its thing all day, every day." A U.S. National Marine Sanctuary, managed by NOAA, is a zone where the marine environment enjoys special protection. The Lake Ontario National Marine Sanctuary, designated last year, acts as an educational and cultural gateway between the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Ocean and protects culturally significant places, resources and artifacts integral to American history and the heritage of indigenous peoples. The sanctuary features a collection of 63 known shipwrecks and one known submerged aircraft, among the best preserved in the world, discovered over decades by local recreational scuba divers and shipwreck explorers. It ends just past Tibbetts Point Lighthouse in Cape Vincent, where Lake Ontario flows into the St. Lawrence River. Pettus and Parker, both from OCEI, spoke Wednesday during a live-streamed video of expedition highlights. They said 12 shipwrecks had been documented in the expedition, with a goal of 14. They were confident they would reach the goal by the end of the expedition today. "I've been so amazed by this team," Parker said. "When I first looked at the expedition plan and saw that it had 14 shipwrecks in two weeks, I thought there was no way we could do that. I've worked on a lot of ships and rarely worked on a team as tenacious as this one — getting after it every day." The expedition is a 24-hour operation, Parker added. "During the day, our ROV team is up early and getting the ROV in the water, first thing. We often do multiple dives in one day. They close up shop in the evening and then our mapping team comes online. The team has been imperative to making this expedition as successful as it's been. They have identified many new, previously undiscovered wrecks within this sanctuary and we've been able to pinpoint their locations with survey maps." Pettus said that with a team of skilled divers, it could take more than five days to explore and document a shipwreck. "Yesterday, we completed four dives," she said. "We are all systematic and have gotten into a great rhythm, and that's allowed us to move pretty quickly." The expedition targeted shipwrecks not accessible to most SCUBA divers. "The typical recreational SCUBA diver can only go to about 120 feet," Pettus said. "A lot of the wrecks we've been going to are over 200 or 300 feet and sometimes much deeper." "Not to mention how much more efficient and quickly Rhody can make these maps and imagery happen, compared to humans," Parker said. Expedition technology, Pettus said, has rapidly advanced in the past two decades. Software developments have allowed the creation of 3-D models of shipwrecks with stunning accuracy. Another promising element is the ability to have Rhody remotely operated. For example, during it's Lake Ontario mission, it was controlled at one point by Jake Bonney at the University of Rhode Island. "In the future, it's going to look a lot different in another 10 or 20 years from now," Pettus said. "We're going to see a massive increase in remote piloting. That opens up all kinds of opportunities." Pettus said Rhody could be used for emergency response or to simply check out underwater architecture. "It's an instrument that can easily mobilize," Parker said. "I'm excited to look back years from now after Rhody has done multiple projects and maybe even some emergency response work and to look back and think, 'I remember when Rhody was brand new and on its first expedition.'" The Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute team will return home to Rhode Island after today. "Meanwhile, the marine archaeologists will spend hundreds and hundreds of hours reviewing and closely examining all of the data we've captured, because they are basically hunting for clues in the footage of what and where to find artifacts within these vessels that could help them to glean information about the exact identifications of some of these wrecks," Parker said. "This baseline information will help protect and preserve these artifacts on the bottom of the (lake) floor," Pettus said. "The small but mighty team at NOAA's office of Marine Sanctuaries are working hard to make sure all of these wrecks are protected, preserved and the ones that can be accessed will be properly buoyed, so the public can come out and enjoy these things as well."
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Business
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Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — but points at 2 'easy-money' assets
In light of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and the uncertainty surrounding them, many experts are warning that America may be headed for a recession. But according to Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki, something far worse is looming. 'In 2025 credit card debt is at all time highs. U.S. debt is at all time highs. Unemployment is rising. 401(k)'s are losing,' he wrote in an X post on April 18. 'U.S.A. may be heading for a GREATER DEPRESSION.' According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Americans now owe a record $1.21 trillion on their credit cards. The U.S. National debt has climbed to $36.22 trillion. Meanwhile, the unemployment rate ticked up to 4.2% in March, and retirees are watching their 401(k)s shrink amid ongoing market volatility. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) The Great Depression of the 1930s was the worst economic crisis in modern history — marked by mass unemployment, widespread poverty and a collapse in consumer and business confidence. But by calling the next downturn a 'Greater Depression,' Kiyosaki suggests it could be even more devastating. As he put it, 'This coming Great Depression will cause millions to be poor … and a few who take action, may enjoy great wealth and freedom.' So, what kind of action is he recommending? 'For those who take action today, when the crash crashes, those who invest in just one Bitcoin, or some gold, or silver … You may come through this crisis a very rich person,' Kiyosaki wrote. That advice should come as no surprise — Kiyosaki has long been a vocal proponent of these alternative assets, which he backed by making a bold prediction. 'I strongly believe, by 2035, that one Bitcoin will be over $1 million. Gold will be $30K and silver $3,000 a coin,' he wrote. Let's take a closer look at the assets he's championing. Kiyosaki's endorsement of gold and silver is nothing new — he's been advocating for precious metals for decades. Back in October 2023, he wrote on X: 'Gold will soon break through $2,100 and then take off. You will wish you had bought gold below $2,000. Next stop, gold $3,700.' Gold prices surged in 2024 and have continued to climb through 2025, now trading around $3,300 per ounce. Read more: This hedge fund legend warns US stock market will crash a stunning 80% — claims 'Armageddon' is coming. Don't believe him? He earned 4,144% during COVID. Here's 3 ways to protect yourself Gold has long been viewed as a safe haven. It's not tied to any one country, currency or economy. It can't be printed out of thin air like fiat money, and in times of economic turmoil or geopolitical uncertainty, investors tend to pile in — driving up its value. Ray Dalio, founder Bridgewater Associates — the world's largest hedge fund — told CNBC in February: 'People don't have, typically, an adequate amount of gold in their portfolio,' adding that, 'when bad times come, gold is a very effective diversifier.' There are plenty of ways to gain exposure to precious metals today. Investors can buy bullion — many online platforms offer a wide selection of gold and silver bars and coins at fair prices — own shares of mining companies, invest in precious metal ETFs and even tap into potential tax advantages through a gold IRA. Bitcoin has been one of the top-performing assets of the past decade — and Kiyosaki believes it still has room to run. On Nov. 29, he predicted on X: 'Bitcoin will soon break $100,000.' On Dec. 4, the cryptocurrency surpassed that milestone, grabbing headlines worldwide. Although Bitcoin has since dipped below $100,000, Kiyosaki's long-term forecast remains ambitious: $1 million per coin by 2035. He's not alone in that view. Twitter co-founder Jack Dorsey said in an interview with Pirate Wires published in May 2024 that Bitcoin could hit 'at least' $1 million by 2030 — and possibly go even higher. Ark Invest CEO Cathie Wood recently echoed that sentiment, stating that in a bull case, Bitcoin could reach $1.5 million by the end of the decade. For those looking to hop on the crypto bandwagon, there are many options to buy Bitcoin, including online exchanges, brokers and even ATMs. Be warned, they can charge high commission fees, so look for ones that charge low or even zero commissions, and always make sure you're using a reputable platform. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind. 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CBS News
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
U of M dance team draws 4,500+ to Williams Arena for World Competition send-off
WCCO brought you exclusive coverage of the University of Minnesota dance team winning their 23rd national championship in January. Now, they've been selected to represent Team USA at the ICU World championships. It's a rare opportunity for the Gopher dance team to dance as the U.S. National Team. This the third time the program has had the opportunity to dance at this level, the last time being 2014. "Going to that next level and representing the United States is truly an honor," said Emily Jeffcoat, U of M dancer. "Getting to experience that and seeing dance from all over the world come to one place is something I'm so excited for," said Maddy Vercelli, U of M dancer. The U of M dance team put together and entirely new jazz routine for this world competition, one with more grit and intensity, that they performed in front of a crowd on Saturday at Williams Arena. They closed out the showcase send-off with their pom routine, which they will also be competing at Worlds. It is the same routine that won a national championship earlier this year, but they took it up a notch from what got them gold. "I would say it taught us a lot about how we can elevate more as athletes," said Jeffcoat. U of M Spirit Squad head coach and program director, Amanda Gaines, said she expected around 1,000 people to show up to watch them perform before leaving to compete, but to her surprise more than 4,500 tickets were sold. "It just shows that the Minnesota dance community continues to show up and support," said Gaines. These ticket sales benefit this team in a big way as a fundraiser for the program. "There are travel costs, costume costs, apparel costs, that come with that, so these ticket sales are really going to offset all the costs that come with representing the U.S. National team, so it takes that burden off of the athletes," said Gaines. It's a special moment for the dancers to get the recognition, and to see how much the support has grown over the years. After the performances, kids rushed the court for autographs and pictures with the U.S. National team members. "It's just gratitude fully. We're just grateful for all the support," said Vercelli. Part of performing for the dance community is also including them. The U of M dance team invited 20 local dance studios to show their routines as well. "They brought such a big audience, for not just them, but every single dancer, and it makes us feel more important and more seen," said Sophie Helgeson, dancer at Dance Arts Centre in Chanhassen. The U of M dance team leaves for Orlando, Florida in a few days to compete at the International Cheer Union (ICU) World Competition April 23-25.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Sport
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Legends assemble for Des Moines Menace
DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Menace has assembled an all-star team of sorts to compete in the U.S. Open Cup tonight in Kansas City. Former professional soccer players Benny Feilhaber, Sacha Kljestan, and Dax McCarty — each with experience on the Olympic and U.S. National teams — are coming out of their soccer 'retirement' to suit up for the Menace. Joining them are MLS Golden Boot winner Bradley Wright-Phillips, four-time U.S. Open Cup Champion Ozzie Alonso, and a cast of other MLS stars. Their first match is against Sporting KC II, a young developmental squad affiliated with MLS club Sporting KC. Former Sporting KC II coach Benny Feilhaber commented on the challenge of facing younger opponents. 'What's going to take hold of this game? Is it the quality, and hopefully the IQ level, of the older guys, or the fitness and youth of the young guys? It should be an interesting game.' Boys State Basketball tournament making big move in 2027 Sacha Kljestan, who also played for the Menace in last year's U.S. Open Cup, is taking a brief break from his duties as an MLS analyst for Apple TV. He remarked, 'We've got quite the squad. If you look at the accolades all these players have earned — MLS Cups, Supporters' Shields, U.S. Open Cup trophies, MLS All-Star selections, MLS Best XI honors, and MLS MVP finalists — it's clear we've got a pretty good group. Like Benny said, is our IQ and soccer smarts going to pull us through? I think yes, because as we all know, youth is wasted on the young, and we're going to figure this thing out.' Their former teammate, Dax McCarty, is humorously concerned about his fitness level. He joked that his wife made him do an Orangetheory fitness class after he had already completed some sprints yesterday. The former U.S. Men's National Team midfielder added, 'I'm in game mode, man. I'm excited.' The Des Moines Menace take on Sporting KC II Wednesday night at 6:30 at Swope Soccer Village in Kansas City. Fans in Des Moines can attend a watch party at Big Grove Brewery downtown. Man critically injured after being hit by vehicle in northeast Des Moines Legends assemble for Des Moines Menace Des Moines police investigating shooting on city's south side DMPS to receive new soccer, basketball community courts thanks to Caitlin Clark Foundation Adventureland, other U.S. amusement parks acquired by new company Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-02-2025
- Climate
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A 7.6 magnitude earthquake shakes the Caribbean, some islands urge residents to leave coastlines
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A magnitude-7.6 earthquake shook the Caribbean Sea south of the Cayman Islands Saturday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Several islands and countries urged people near the coastline to move inland but authorities in most places later lifted the tsunami alerts. The quake struck at 6:23 p.m. local time in the middle of the sea and had a depth of 10 kilometers, the USGS said. Its epicenter was located 130 miles (209 kilometers) south-southwest of George Town in the Cayman Islands. The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center said there was no tsunami alert for the U.S. mainland but issued a tsunami advisory for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, which was later cancelled. Hazard Management Cayman Islands urged residents near the coast to move inland and to higher ground, warning that wave heights of 0.3 to 1 meter were expected. The Cayman Islands government later issued on 'all clear' on its Facebook site. Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González Colón said in a statement she is in contact with emergency agencies after the tsunami advisory, but did not recommend anyone leave the coast. The sounding of alarms in Puerto Rico's northwest region had caused people to leave coastal areas and caused heavy traffic, according to local media. The Dominican government also issued a tsunami alert and recommended residents on the coast move to high areas 'of more than 20 meters of altitude and 2 kilometers inland.' But it later canceled the alert. Honduran authorities said there are no immediate reports of damages, but urged its residents to stay away from beaches. The Cuban government requested people to leave beachfront areas. The U.S. government's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said 'tsunami waves reaching 1 to 3 meters above the tide level are possible along some coasts of Cuba.' The Associated Press
