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Ticker: Feds probe Chevron-Hess merger; Fruity e-cigarettes from China under scrutiny 

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

The Federal Trade Commission is investigating Chevron’s acquisition of Hess oil company, the second inquiry the independent agency has opened recently of a major oil industry merger.Chevron and Hess said in separate filings Friday that the FTC is seeking additional information and documentary materials related to Chevron’s proposed $53 billion purchase of Hess, announced in October.The statements follow an announcement last week that the FTC is reviewing ExxonMobil’s proposed $60 billion acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources. Such requests for information are steps the agency takes when reviewing whether a merger could be anticompetitive under U.S. law. If completed, the Exxon and Chevron deals would be among the largest mergers in the energy industry in two decades.The inquiries come after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and 22 other Democratic senators urged the FTC to investigate the two deals. Schumer said Friday the Chevron-Hess merger would lead to &#...

3 people, including 2 kids, found without vital signs at Scarborough apartment building

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

Police are investigating after three people, including two children, were found without vital signs at a Scarborough apartment building on Sunday night.Investigators say they were called to Glamorgan Avenue near Kennedy and Ellesmere Roads just after 7:30 p.m. where a woman was located outside the building in critical condition. The children were located inside an apartment unit in critical condition. Police did not provide any further details as to the nature of the incident except that it is not related to a shooting or stabbing. All three have been taken to hospital. Paramedics tell CityNews they transported two children in critical condition to hospital but did not provide any further details on their condition.

New federal dental insurance program to be gradually phased in over 2024

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

The new federal dental insurance plan will be phased in gradually over 2024, with the first claims likely to be processed in May, government officials said ahead of a formal announcement scheduled for Monday morning. Applications are expected to open as early as next week, starting with qualifying seniors over the age of 87, but it will take months before they can start to claim the benefits, the officials said in a briefing provided to The Canadian Press on the condition they not be named. The insurance plan is a condition of the Liberals’ supply-and-confidence deal with the New Democrats to secure the opposition party’s support on key votes.The deal calls for a plan that would offer dental benefits directly to low- and middle-income Canadians without private insurance.Eligibility will gradually expand over the course of the year to include all qualifying seniors over the age of 65 by May 2024, then children under the age of 18 and people with disabilities by ...

Charges filed against woman accused of killing 1, injuring 3 in West Side shooting

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

CHICAGO — Charges have been filed against a woman accused of killing a man and injuring three others in a shooting on the city's West Side.According to Chicago police, 23-year-old Deja Collins, a Garfield Park resident, has been charged with first-degree murder, three counts of attempted first-degree murder, and three counts of aggravated battery with a firearm. Search underway for driver involved in deadly hit-and-run in Garfield Park Authorities say the charges stem from a shooting that allegedly unfolded just after 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 29.According to police, Collins allegedly opened fire on a group of four people in the 3600 block of West Flournoy Street in Homan Square, killing one and seriously injuring three others.Police say Collins was taken into custody in the 4300 block of West Wilcox Street on Thursday and appeared in court on Saturday for a detention hearing.

Gophers add Bucknell cornerback Ethan Robinson in transfer portal

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

The Gophers continued to plug needs in the NCAA transfer portal on Sunday. Minnesota received a commitment from FCS-level Bucknell cornerback Ethan Robinson, a 6-foot, 175-pound to-be senior.The U is losing starting cornerback Tre’Von Jones after the season and will bring in another experienced player to help fill in the corner spot opposite Justin Walley.“Thank you to all the coaches that took their time to evaluate me and give me an opportunity,” Robinson said on X. “I will no longer be going on any visits. I am committed to the University of Minnesota. Go Gophers!”Robinson was named all-Patriot League first team with 50 tackles, 10 pass break-ups and three interceptions in nine games during the 2023 season. He played in 11 games in both the 2022 and ’21 seasons.Related ArticlesCollege Sports | Gophers add big Indiana transfer running back Trent Howland in portal College Sports | Gophers defensive coordinator Joe Rossi leaving for...

Broncos RG Quinn Meinerz to stay in Los Angeles area for overnight evaluation after elevated heart rate Sunday, source says

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Broncos right guard Quinn Meinerz exited Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers because of concern about chest tightness and an elevated heart rate, a source told The Denver Post on Sunday.Meinerz was transported to a local hospital and is set to remain in the Los Angeles area overnight for observation rather than traveling back to Denver on the team’s charter flight Sunday night, the source said. The indication is that those decisions were made mostly as a precaution.Broncos coach Sean Payton said he had no update on Meinerz or others who were injured during the game and added, “I’ll never talk to you about injuries after a game. But I’ll keep you posted, though.”Payton only added that Meinerz was not ill before the game.“Our training staff, starting with Beau (Lowery) and Vince (Garcia) do a great job making sure everybody’s OK,” quarterback Russell Wilson said. “From my understanding, (Meinerz...

Chargers QB Justin Herbert has fracture in right index finger, status for Thursday unclear

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

By JOE REEDY (AP Sports Writer)INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert fractured the index finger on his right hand in the second quarter of Los Angeles’ 24-7 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday.Coach Brandon Staley said the team will do more tests before determining how long Herbert will be out. It is a short week for the 5-8 Chargers, who are at Las Vegas on Thursday night.Herbert had a fracture on the middle finger of his left non-throwing hand earlier this season.Easton Stick had played two NFL snaps in five seasons with Los Angeles before he replaced the franchise quarterback with 1:52 remaining in the first half.Herbert was 9 of 17 for 96 yards with an interception before being injured, apparently while he was taken down awkwardly by Denver’s Zach Allen after throwing a pass. Herbert had been sacked four times and hit six times during the Chargers’ first six possessions, with his teammates repeatedly missing their blocks against De...

Football recruiting: Cincinnati tight end, 4-star receiver commit to CU Buffs

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

After landing several transfer linemen on Saturday, the Colorado Buffaloes increased the talent in the receiver and tight ends room on Sunday.Former Cincinnati tight end Chamon Metayer and Drelon Miller, a four-star recruit from Silsbee (Texas) High School, announced their verbal commitments to CU.Metayer caught 23 passes for 258 yards and five touchdowns as a sophomore at Cincinnati this past season.A four-star recruit out of North Miami (Fla.) High School in 2021, Metayer spent three seasons with the Bearcats. Listed by Cincinnati at 6-foot-5, 240 pounds, he redshirted in 2021 and appeared in six games in 2022, making one catch for 32 yards. He was one of the Bearcats’ stars of the spring game last year before his breakout campaign.Listed at 6-0, 190 pounds by 247Sports.com, Miller has 44 scholarship offers and chose CU over LSU, Texas A&M, USC and others.Miller, who visited CU earlier this month, was ranked as the No. 13 receiver in the country for the 2024 class by the 247Sp...

'Thankful' Bronny James makes college debut in loss for USC nearly 5 months after cardiac arrest

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bronny James showed off his defensive skills in his college debut for Southern California nearly five months after he suffered cardiac arrest and expressed gratitude for the doctors and family who supported him.He had four points, three rebounds and two assists on Sunday, coming off the bench play in front of his superstar father LeBron James.“I just want to say I'm thankful for everything,” Bronny James said afterward in brief comments to a horde of media. He thanked the Mayo Clinic, where he received treatment, as well as his parents, siblings, coach Andy Enfield and his teammates “during this hard time in my life.”He left without taking any questions.The Trojans lost in overtime to Long Beach State, 84-79. James walked off with his deflated teammates and didn't greet his father who sat courtside.James logged 16 minutes, including starting the five-minute extra session, but he wasn't a factor then before coming out for the last time. He was 1 of 3 shooting, hitt...

What the 49ers are saying after beating Seahawks

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:41:18 GMT

The 49ers did not record another blowout victory, but they were in control throughout their 28-16 win over the Seahawks on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium, their second win over Seattle in three weeks.The victory all but clinches the NFC West for San Francisco, which is now four games ahead of Seattle and the Los Angeles Rams in the division. A loss by the Packers on Monday night would guarantee a playoff spot for the 49ers with a month left in the regular season.Brock Purdy completed 19-of-27 passes for 368 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. Deebo Samuel had seven catches for 149 yards and a score, also finding the end zone on a 1-yard rush while Brandon Aiyuk had 126 yards on six receptions.Christian McCaffrey ran 16 times for 145 yards, including a 72-yarder on the first snap of the game, but finished without a touchdown for just the second time since joining the 49ers last October.Here’s what the Niners had to say after the win:San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyl...