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How Walt Nauta, a personal aide, came to be charged as Trump’s co-conspirator

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

On May 25, as former President Donald Trump was at the Saudi-backed LIV golf tournament at his course in Sterling, Virginia, one of his aides was photographed leaning toward him and dutifully adjusting the collar of his white pullover, a moment of closeness that had become routine for the pair.The timing of the photograph was noteworthy: One day earlier, the aide, Walt Nauta, had been notified by the government that he was a target of a federal investigation into Trump’s handling of classified documents, suggesting that charges against Nauta were likely.On Friday, prosecutors unsealed those charges. Nauta, a 40-year-old Navy veteran, was charged with conspiracy, making false statements and withholding documents as part of Trump’s effort to thwart the government’s attempts to reclaim the classified documents Trump had taken with him when he left the White House.Nauta’s story is, among other things, a cautionary tale about what loyalty to Trump can bring. After serving his country in ...

Stewart, Ionescu lift Liberty to 102-93 win over the Wings

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Breanna Stewart scored 32 points and Sabrina Ionescu added 22 to help the New York Liberty beat the Dallas Wings 102-93 on Sunday.Trailing by six at the half, New York took over in the third quarter behind Stewart. The Liberty scored 34 points in the period, including 13 by Stewart. The game was tied at 60 midway through the period before New York scored 19 of the next 24 points. Stewart, who made 15 of her 20 field-goal attempts, had six points and two assists during the burst.New York (6-2) was up 79-68 heading into the fourth quarter. Dallas (5-4) got within single digits midway through the period, but Stewart hit a tough turnaround jumper on the baseline and then Ionescu hit a 3-pointer from the wing to make it 93-79 with 4:03 left. Dallas never threatened after that.Arike Ogunbowale finished with 25 points to lead Dallas. Satou Sabally added 17 points and 11 rebounds.Dallas led 51-45 at the half after a strong opening 20 minutes from Ogunbowale and Sabally. Ogun...

Bieber goes 7 strong innings, Giménez homers as Guardians blank Astros 5-0 in series finale

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

CLEVELAND (AP) — Shane Bieber had his most dominant start this season with nine strikeouts over seven innings and Andrés Giménez homered, leading the Cleveland Guardians over the Houston Astros 5-0 on Sunday.Bieber (5-3) gave up just three hits, walked two and was in command from the outset. The right-hander came in with just eight strikeouts combined in his previous three starts before matching his season-high set against Detroit on May 9.Trevor Stephan and closer Emmanuel Clase pitched an inning apiece to finish the four-hitter.Giménez connected for a two-run homer in the second inning off Brandon Bielak (3-3) and Josh Bell added a solo shot in the fourth as the surging Guardians, who have won six of eight and 10 of 16, took a series from Houston for the first time since 2017.Bieber had little trouble with a Houston lineup missing All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve (rest) and MLB RBIs leader Yordan Alvarez (injured).The 28-year-old Bieber, who has been the subject of trade specul...

Diamondbacks score 4 in 9th, beat Tigers for 5th straight win, Detroit’s 9th loss in row

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

DETROIT (AP) — Christian Walker hit a go-ahead double with two outs in a four-run ninth inning, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Detroit 7-5 on Sunday for a three-game sweep that extended the Tigers’ losing streak to nine games.Detroit led 5-2 in the eighth before Corbin Carroll doubled, stole third and scored on Lourdes Gurriel Jr.’s RBI grounder.Jason Foley (2-2) gave up a one-out single in the ninth to Emmanuel Rivera and walked Ketel Marte.Arizona had been 0 for 7 with runners in scoring position before Carroll had an RBI single for his third hit. Walker doubled to left on a 1-2 slider that scored Marte, and Carroll came home for a 6-5 lead when left fielder Kerry Carpenter allowed the ball to skip off his glove for an error. Geraldo Perdomo followed with a run-scoring single.Kevin Ginkel (3-0) pitched two hitless innings.Andy Ibáñez tripled off Andrew Chafin leading off the bottom of the ninth and Carpenter walked with one out. Scott McGough struck out Javier Báez and retired ...

Colombia: madre de niños rescatados estuvo viva por 4 días, y el padre asegura amenazas de las FARC

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

BOGOTÁ — Los cuatro niños indígenas que sobrevivieron 40 días en la selva amazónica colombiana se recuperan este domingo en un hospital militar en Bogotá, mientras surgen lentamente nuevos detalles de su angustiosa historia en un país que seguía asombrado por su supervivencia.Se espera que los menores de 13, 9 y 4 años y 11 meses permanezcan al menos dos semanas en el hospital recibiendo tratamiento después de su rescate el viernes, aunque algunos ya hablan y quieren salir a caminar, según familiares.Manuel Ranoque, padre de los dos niños más pequeños, dijo a periodistas afuera del hospital que según le contó Lesly Jacobombaire Mucutuy, la mayor de los infantes, su madre permaneció viva durante cuatro días después de que la avioneta se estrellara el 1 de mayo en la selva colombiana.Ranoque dijo que la madre le habría dicho: “váyanse”, en aparente alusión a que se fueran del lugar del accidente para poder sobrevivir. No ofreció más detalles.La pequeña avioneta Cesna C206, que realiza...

Australia police: initial inquiries indicate 10 dead in overnight bus crash

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Australia police said Monday that initial inquiries indicate 10 people had been killed in an overnight bus crash in New South Wales state.Police said that 11 more people were injured in the accident and were taken to area hospitals by helicopter and by road. A further 18 passengers were uninjured. Police said they had responded to reports that a bus had rolled.The driver of the bus, a 58-year-old man, was taken to an area hospital under police guard for mandatory testing and assessment, police said in a statement.The accident happened just after 11:30 p.m. in the town of Greta.

Mets lose for 8th time in last 9 games after getting shut down by Pirates

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

PITTSBURGH — The Mets were careful not to say that their Saturday win over the Pittsburgh Pirates was enough to fully turn the tide in their direction. They emphasized the work that still needs to be done and the habits that need to be unlearned.One win can change everything, but in this case, it didn’t, as the Mets fell 2-1 to the Pirates on Sunday at PNC Park. The Mets (31-35) dropped the series, 2-1, and suffered their eighth loss in nine tries.This loss was like many others: A starting pitcher failed to even make it to the sixth inning and the Mets’ bats went quiet. Right-hander Carlos Carrasco (2-3) limited the damage but increased his pitch count with three walks. He was removed with two outs in the fifth, with the Mets going to left-hander Josh Walker to face left-handed hitter Jack Suwinski, who had homered off Carrasco to lead off the bottom of the fourth to tie the game at 1-1.The bottom of the order produced the go-ahead run in the same frame. Ji Hwan Ba...

4 indoor activities for a gloomy day in San Diego

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- When the beaches are cold, the rooftops are windy and the cloud cover has you sticking to the indoors, finding things to do in San Diego requires a new approach.Don't let the weather get you down. While your e-bikes charge and your surf boards dry out, take the opportunity to enjoy San Diego in ways that don't require sunshine. 5 things to do in San Diego’s desert areas to escape ‘June Gloom’ Here are four indoor activities ready to be experienced in America's Finest City. Indoor Rock Climbing at Mesa Rim Even when the sun's not shining, there's an opportunity to stay active indoors at the Mesa Rim climbing center. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned climber ready for a challenge, there are walls ready for all levels. Instead of hunkering down at home, head to this indoor climbing hub to enjoy some movement in the presence of community. There are three locations: Mission Valley, San Marcos and Mira Mesa.Indoor Go-Karting at K1 SpeedWhen the waves are too cold to ...

San Diego concerts this June that you don't want to miss

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- It's officially time for summer music in San Diego, with serious superstars set to perform this month at the county's biggest venues.Here's a rundown some of the concerts with popular artists happening in June that you do not want to miss:Janet Jackson R&B and pop superstar Janet Jackson will be stopping by the Chula Vista amphitheater this month, as part of her "Together Again" Tour. The cross-country tour will bring some of her latest hits and most iconic songs to audiences, alongside supporting artist, Ludacris.Tickets are available via Live Nation.When: Sunday, June 11 at 7:45 p.m.Where: North Island Credit Union AmphitheatreAn Evening with John LegendIn a special solo performance alongside the San Diego Symphony, John Legend will be bringing songs and stories to the downtown waterfront. The 12-time Grammy winner's concert will feature intimate reimagined performances of his greatest hits. Tickets are available on the San Diego Symphony's website.When: June 16, ...

Pro-EU group projected to win Montenegro snap parliamentary election

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:25:02 GMT

PODGORICA, Montenegro (AP) — A recently formed centrist group that advocates Montenegro joining the European Union was projected to win the small Balkan country’s early parliamentary election held Sunday, but without enough support to form a government on its own, according to independent vote monitors.The Center for Democratic Transition pollsters group said that based on all of the votes counted, the Europe Now movement won 26% percent of the vote, while the coalition led by the Democratic Party of Socialists of former President Milo Djukanovic got 23%.The unofficial results are based on pollster projections and on results from representative samples from individual polling stations. The state election commission will announce the official election results in coming days.The vote Sunday was expected to put an end to deep political divisions and years of instability that have hampered the small NATO-member country on its route to joining the European Union.But, the political ...