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RB Nyheim Hines reportedly signing with Chargers, 2 seasons after injury from jet-ski collision threatened to end his career
Nyheim Hines is back in the NFL Two years after a jet-ski collision left him with a torn ACL and threatened to end his football career, Hines has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Chargers, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. Terms of the deal weren't initially reported. But Hines is back in an NFL training camp after a two-season absence from playing football. Hines joins a Chargers backfield that features first-round rookie Omarion Hampton and former Steelers Pro Bowler Najee Harris. Hines projects as a third-down back and pass catcher out of the backfield who can also return kicks if he ultimately makes the 53-man roster. Hines, 28, last played for the Buffalo Bills in 2022. The Bills traded for Hines midseason that year in a deal that sent running back Zack Moss to the Indianapolis Colts. The first-place Bills added Hines as a change-of-pace weapon to a backfield that already featured James Cook and Devin Singletary. A third-down back with more career receiving yards (1,778) than rushing yards (1,202), Hines played sparingly in Buffalo's offense in nine games for the remainder of the season. He was a force on special teams and returned two kickoffs for touchdowns in a single game in a season-finale win over the New England Patriots. Jet-ski collision threatened Hines' career Hines was expected to take on a larger role for the Bills in 2023 in his first full season after Singletary left for the Houston Texans in free agency. But the offseason jet-ski collision sidelined him for the entire season. Just before training camp in 2023, Hines was sitting stationary on a jet ski when another rider on a jet ski collided with him, according to the Associated Press. The collision left Hines with a torn ACL in his left knee. He spent the entire 2023 season on injured reserve. Hines then signed with the Cleveland Browns prior to the 2024 season, but was never elevated to the active roster while still recovering from the injury. The Browns released him in February. Hines worked out for the Chargers on Monday and impressed them enough to earn a contract. He'll join a run-focused offense led by offensive coordinator Greg Roman, who previously oversaw the Baltimore Ravens' run-heavy attack before joining the Chargers last season. A fourth-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Colts, Hines played his first 3 1/2 NFL seasons for Indianapolis.
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‘Knee cooked': Kyrgios blow before major return
Nick Kyrgios took a big step towards a potential US Open return after getting through his first ATP match since March with a doubles defeat at the DC Open, but a singles return remains some time off after a knee 'niggle'. The former Wimbledon finalist has entered the reimagined doubles at next month's US Open where he'll team up with Naomi Osaka should his progression continue uninterrupted by any more injuries. It was only the sixth match of the year for Kyrgios, with the rabid basketball fan playing in front of NBA star Kevin Durant, having endured a horror run of injuries that included significant wrist surgery in 2023. Kyrgios, 30, tried to play doubles at the Australian Open in January but was forced to retire in his opening match and has been sporadic in his playing ever since. But he's part of the crew of stars set to take part in the US Open doubles, with his protected ranking of 21 enough to get him on the official entry list for the final grand slam tournament of the year in New York. There won't, however, be any singles in his immediate future as he continues to battle his body. 'I wanted to play singles, but six weeks ago I had a bit of a niggle with my knee,' he said. 'So it's just going to take a bit more time.' Kyrgios teamed up with Frenchman Gael Monfils at the DC Open but went down in two sets to third seeds Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Hugo Nys after which he gave an update on his knee. 'Knee cooked but fans still f**ked with us,' he posted on Instagram. Fellow Aussie Alex de Minaur has entered the singles at the DC Open looking to put his Wimbledon disappointment behind him, start his US Open preparations and rebuild his own ranking having fallen to 13. 'Going into the tail end of the year, I'm excited for the opportunity and hoping I can play good tennis and take care of my chances,' he told 'I've got the experience now. I've got the knowledge, the physicality side of things. Everything is just there for me to go out and perform. 'I can really have a swing these next three or four years and really show that I'm at my peak and break through some barriers. 'I'm ready to go deep into tournaments. It's just up to myself to put those results right.'
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'It's a lifesaver': Making solar power affordable in South Africa
South African Mark Moodley believes that installing a domestic solar power system has helped keep his 81-year-old mother alive. She spent three weeks in intensive care last year, and now back at home in Benoni, east of Johannesburg, she needs an oxygen concentrator to help her breathe. But the country's erratic electricity supply meant could not be relied on. "There were days we'd be without power for six hours. I had to use a car battery to run her oxygen tank, but that didn't last long and you'd have to sit with her with her arms raised to try and get oxygen into her lungs," Mr Moodley tells the BBC. "Sometimes we had to rush her to hospital when that didn't work. It was scary." Back then, doctors told the family she might not have long to live. But a steady power supply has given them more time together. "It's been a lifesaver. I don't have to check on her constantly through the night. I know her oxygen tank has power no matter what," he says, voice trembling. Despite recent improvements in South Africa's power grid, there are still outages. Having a steady electricity supply has become a privilege in the country, which has endured nearly 15 years of "load-shedding" - scheduled nationwide blackouts introduced to ease pressure on the fragile infrastructure. As well as endangering some lives, the crisis has damaged economic growth and contributed to job losses. South Africa is heavily reliant on highly polluting coal for its power - it accounts for around 80% of all electricity generated. But in recent years it has loosened restrictions on small-scale solar generation and created tax incentives for installation. The country is also looking for more investment in renewable energy in order to aid the switch from coal. Domestically, those with financial means have gradually taken their homes and businesses off-grid, investing in solar power systems that require an initial outlay of $14,000- $19,600 (£10,400-£14,500). That price tag means that this option is far out of the reach of most South Africans. Those scraping by cannot take advantage of the country's sunshine and invest in clean, reliable energy. But Mr Moodley was able to turn to a pay-as-you-go scheme that has kept the lights on and the medical equipment working. His electricity bill has dropped by $80 a week - savings he hopes to use to expand what he has and eventually go completely off-grid. The system he uses comes from Wetility, a local start-up founded in 2019 For domestic users, the most basic package costs $60 a month - and crucially no prohibitive up-front payment - making solar power more accessible. The company says it identified a gap in the market - affordable solar solutions tailored to small businesses and low-income households. "South Africa has traditionally had high electricity access - but access means nothing if the power isn't reliable or affordable," says Vincent Maposa, the company's founder and a former energy analyst. "We had to develop products that are both fit-for-purpose and financially accessible." While solar power is not new in South Africa, Wetility's business model includes a mobile-phone style monthly payment plan, allowing customers to spread out the cost. For years, load-shedding has been used as a last-ditch attempt to keep the national grid from total collapse, following decades of mismanagement at state utility Eskom. While blackouts have eased for some urban centres, poorer communities and business people continue to suffer forced cuts as aging infrastructure struggles to meet the growing demand. For some in the townships worries about theft and practicality have also deterred people from getting solar equipment, but Wetility has also designed lightweight, flexible panels that can be fitted on the fragile rooftops common in many of these areas. "We came up with a thin-film panel that sticks onto the roof. If someone tries to peel it off, it tears and becomes valueless. That was important for areas where theft is a concern," says Mr Maposa. "In terms of efficiency, they perform about as well as traditional panels." The energy unit, including an inverter, which converts the power generated by the panels into useable electricity, and a battery that works when the sun is not shining, is secured in a large steel box weighing about 300kg that bolts onto a wall. The team says this reduces the risk of theft and avoids drawing attention in high-crime areas. Shopkeeper Julius Koobetseng recently made the switch to solar that may have saved his small grocery store. In a grey beanie hat and thick blue jacket to ward off the cold in the southern Hemisphere winter, he stacks cans of drink in a brightly lit fridge remembering how the frequent power cuts nearly wrecked his livelihood. "Meat would go off, dairy would spoil. Sometimes we'd be without power for four days," the 43-year-old says. But since March, his shop in Krugersdorp, west of Johannesburg, has been using the pay-as-you-go solar power system to keep the lights and fridges on. Some small business owners have turned to back-up diesel generators but Mr Koobetseng, who has had his shop for the past 13 years, was drawn to the more environmentally friendly option. "Power cuts have badly affected small businesses. I know many in this area that had to shut down because they couldn't keep up with the uncertainty," he says. "We live month-to-month, depending on what the business brings in. If you can't guarantee power, how do you even plan for the future?" Now he does not worry when the power goes out which has been "a huge relief". It costs his business $250 a month but Mr Koobetseng's business has picked up thanks to the reliable power. "People know my shop stays open even when the power's out. Some just come to charge their appliances, but while they're here, they buy things too," he says with a smile. For him, the benefit is not about lowering his electricity bills. It is the consistency. "Solar gave me back control. I can plan my day knowing I'll have power." You may also be interested in: Joy and relief as South Africa manages to keep its lights on The roots of Eskom's power problem No power, no pinot - power cuts hit vineyards Go to for more news from the African continent. Follow us on Twitter @BBCAfrica, on Facebook at BBC Africa or on Instagram at bbcafrica BBC Africa podcasts Focus on Africa This Is Africa
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Oasis delivers message to crowd after Coldplay drama, Australia joins major Gaza move, at least 20 dead as plane crashes into school
Hello and welcome to Yahoo's live news blog this Tuesday. Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has had his say on the Coldplay 'kiss cam' drama that has gripped millions around the world. On Oasis' final gig in their hometown of Manchester as part of their reunion tour, Gallagher told fans they needn't worry about appearing on a big screen. Australia is among 28 countries calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza via a joint statement which has been rejected by Israel. At least 19 people have died after a military aircraft crashed into a school campus in Bangladesh's capital Dhaka. Most of the victims are students, with more than 100 people also injured in the tragedy. Follow along as we bring you regular updates throughout the day. Uber rolls out new feature across five Aussie cities Uber is rolling out Store pickup across Australia, and will allow the delivery service to pick up their pre-paid store purchases on their behalf. 'We're doubling down on convenience and are excited to offer Australians an easier way to get what they need, when they need it,' said Uber's Mathieu Maire. 'With Store pickup, getting what you need in a hurry is simple. Just place your click-and-collect order from your favourite shop, request a Store pickup in the Uber app, upload the receipt and let us handle the rest.' Store pickup is now available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide after trials overseas. Stores requiring photo ID or the card used to make the purchase are not eligible for the feature. Oasis' Liam Gallagher gives kiss cam reassurance after scandal The Coldplay 'kiss cam' controversy has been one of the biggest talking points of the last week and now Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has had his say. He told the crowd during Oasis' last Manchester gig of their reunion tour "any lovebirds" wanting to avoid the big screen had nothing to worry about. 'Don't worry, we ain't got any of that Coldplay, snidey f****** camera s***. It doesn't matter to us who you're f****** mingling with, or tingling with or fingering with. None of our f****** business," he said in true Liam Gallagher fashion. The scandal involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and a female colleague eventually led to his resignation. Footage of Byron and his company's Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot went global when they awkwardly jumped out of each other's arms as they flashed up on a 'kiss cam' during a Coldplay show in Boston. Australia among 28 countries condemning Israeli attacks Australia is among 28 countries that have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza. The statement condemned the "drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians, including children, seeking to meet their most basic needs of water and food". It called on Israel to comply with international humanitarian law and condemned the "horrifying" deaths of over 800 Palestinians seeking aid. Israel has rejected the statement, saying it was 'disconnected from reality and sends the wrong message to Hamas.' Read more here. At least 20 dead as jet crashes into school A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into a school in Dhaka, the capital, shortly after takeoff on Monday afternoon (local time), catching fire and killing the pilot and at least 19 other people, most of whom were students, officials said. Another 171 students were rescued with injuries from a smoldering two-story building, officials said, including many with burns who were whisked away in helicopters, motorized rickshaws and the arms of firefighters and parents. The Chinese-made F-7 BGI training aircraft experienced a 'technical malfunction' moments after takeoff at 1.06pm, and the pilot attempted to divert the plane to a less populated area before crashing into the campus of Milestone School and College, according to a statement from the military. Students said the school's buildings trembled violently, followed by a big explosion that sent them running for safety. A desperate scene soon unfolded at the crash site, as panicked relatives searched for loved ones. Screams filled the air at a nearby hospital. Read more here. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube. Uber rolls out new feature across five Aussie cities Uber is rolling out Store pickup across Australia, and will allow the delivery service to pick up their pre-paid store purchases on their behalf. 'We're doubling down on convenience and are excited to offer Australians an easier way to get what they need, when they need it,' said Uber's Mathieu Maire. 'With Store pickup, getting what you need in a hurry is simple. Just place your click-and-collect order from your favourite shop, request a Store pickup in the Uber app, upload the receipt and let us handle the rest.' Store pickup is now available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide after trials overseas. Stores requiring photo ID or the card used to make the purchase are not eligible for the feature. Uber is rolling out Store pickup across Australia, and will allow the delivery service to pick up their pre-paid store purchases on their behalf. 'We're doubling down on convenience and are excited to offer Australians an easier way to get what they need, when they need it,' said Uber's Mathieu Maire. 'With Store pickup, getting what you need in a hurry is simple. Just place your click-and-collect order from your favourite shop, request a Store pickup in the Uber app, upload the receipt and let us handle the rest.' Store pickup is now available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide after trials overseas. Stores requiring photo ID or the card used to make the purchase are not eligible for the feature. Oasis' Liam Gallagher gives kiss cam reassurance after scandal The Coldplay 'kiss cam' controversy has been one of the biggest talking points of the last week and now Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has had his say. He told the crowd during Oasis' last Manchester gig of their reunion tour "any lovebirds" wanting to avoid the big screen had nothing to worry about. 'Don't worry, we ain't got any of that Coldplay, snidey f****** camera s***. It doesn't matter to us who you're f****** mingling with, or tingling with or fingering with. None of our f****** business," he said in true Liam Gallagher fashion. The scandal involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and a female colleague eventually led to his resignation. Footage of Byron and his company's Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot went global when they awkwardly jumped out of each other's arms as they flashed up on a 'kiss cam' during a Coldplay show in Boston. The Coldplay 'kiss cam' controversy has been one of the biggest talking points of the last week and now Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher has had his say. He told the crowd during Oasis' last Manchester gig of their reunion tour "any lovebirds" wanting to avoid the big screen had nothing to worry about. 'Don't worry, we ain't got any of that Coldplay, snidey f****** camera s***. It doesn't matter to us who you're f****** mingling with, or tingling with or fingering with. None of our f****** business," he said in true Liam Gallagher fashion. The scandal involving Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and a female colleague eventually led to his resignation. Footage of Byron and his company's Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot went global when they awkwardly jumped out of each other's arms as they flashed up on a 'kiss cam' during a Coldplay show in Boston. Australia among 28 countries condemning Israeli attacks Australia is among 28 countries that have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza. The statement condemned the "drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians, including children, seeking to meet their most basic needs of water and food". It called on Israel to comply with international humanitarian law and condemned the "horrifying" deaths of over 800 Palestinians seeking aid. Israel has rejected the statement, saying it was 'disconnected from reality and sends the wrong message to Hamas.' Read more here. Australia is among 28 countries that have issued a joint statement calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza. The statement condemned the "drip feeding of aid and the inhumane killing of civilians, including children, seeking to meet their most basic needs of water and food". It called on Israel to comply with international humanitarian law and condemned the "horrifying" deaths of over 800 Palestinians seeking aid. Israel has rejected the statement, saying it was 'disconnected from reality and sends the wrong message to Hamas.' Read more here. At least 20 dead as jet crashes into school A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into a school in Dhaka, the capital, shortly after takeoff on Monday afternoon (local time), catching fire and killing the pilot and at least 19 other people, most of whom were students, officials said. Another 171 students were rescued with injuries from a smoldering two-story building, officials said, including many with burns who were whisked away in helicopters, motorized rickshaws and the arms of firefighters and parents. The Chinese-made F-7 BGI training aircraft experienced a 'technical malfunction' moments after takeoff at 1.06pm, and the pilot attempted to divert the plane to a less populated area before crashing into the campus of Milestone School and College, according to a statement from the military. Students said the school's buildings trembled violently, followed by a big explosion that sent them running for safety. A desperate scene soon unfolded at the crash site, as panicked relatives searched for loved ones. Screams filled the air at a nearby hospital. Read more here. A Bangladesh Air Force training aircraft crashed into a school in Dhaka, the capital, shortly after takeoff on Monday afternoon (local time), catching fire and killing the pilot and at least 19 other people, most of whom were students, officials said. Another 171 students were rescued with injuries from a smoldering two-story building, officials said, including many with burns who were whisked away in helicopters, motorized rickshaws and the arms of firefighters and parents. The Chinese-made F-7 BGI training aircraft experienced a 'technical malfunction' moments after takeoff at 1.06pm, and the pilot attempted to divert the plane to a less populated area before crashing into the campus of Milestone School and College, according to a statement from the military. Students said the school's buildings trembled violently, followed by a big explosion that sent them running for safety. A desperate scene soon unfolded at the crash site, as panicked relatives searched for loved ones. Screams filled the air at a nearby hospital. Read more here.
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SoftBank and OpenAI's Stargate aims building small data center by year-end, WSJ reports
(Reuters) -Stargate, a multi-billion-dollar effort by ChatGPT's creator OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle to supercharge the U.S.' AI ambitions is now setting the more modest goal of building a small data center by the end of the year, likely in Ohio, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday. In January, U.S. President Donald Trump hosted top tech CEOs at the White House to highlight the $500 billion Stargate Project, which would create more than 100,000 jobs in the country. SoftBank and OpenAI, which jointly lead the joint venture, have been at odds over crucial terms of the partnership, including where to build the sites, the report said, citing people familiar with the matter. In a joint statement, the two companies told Reuters they were moving "with urgency on site assessments" and were also advancing projects in multiple states. When the project was unveiled, the companies involved, along with other equity backers of Stargate, had committed $100 billion for immediate deployment, with the remaining investment expected to occur over the next four years. Oracle Chairman Larry Ellison said at the time that the first of the project's data centers was already under construction in Texas. Trump has prioritized winning the AI race against China and declared, on his first day in office, a national energy emergency aimed at removing all regulatory obstacles to oil and gas drilling, coal and critical mineral mining, and building new gas and nuclear power plants to bring more energy capacity online.
