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Niger faces international sanctions as democracy crumbles

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

By Sam Mednick | Associated PressNIAMEY, Niger — Economic sanctions could severely hurt one of the world’s poorest nations after a coup unseated one of the West’s last democratic partners against Islamic extremists in West Africa’s Sahel region.In the capital of Niger, many people live in makeshift shelters tied together with slats of wood, sheets and plastic tarps because they can’t pay rent, and they scramble daily to make enough money to feed their children.Salou Hassan and his family live in a two-room hut on the side of the road, along with some 140 people. The family sleeps on wooden slats close to the floor, with no electricity or running water, and they bathe in public showers.“The most difficult part is finding food for my children,” said Hassan, 30, whose sons are 5 and 6 years old.Hassan sells water door to door, earning about $6 a day when things go well. His wheelbarrow’s been broken and he doesn’t have nearly $70 he needs...

49ers QB Roll Call: Brock Purdy returns, as do practices in full pads

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

SANTA CLARA — Monday marked the 49ers’ first practice in full pads at training camp, and it also brought Brock Purdy’s third session after back-to-back days to rest his surgically repaired arm. Here is how he and the three other quarterbacks fared:Brock PurdyArguably his best pass evoked memories of last season: He spotted Christian McCaffrey racing in one-on-one coverage against Fred Warner and completed a 30-yard dime. Next snap, Purdy threw to Elijah Mitchell, who got clothesline tackled by Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles, and three scrums promptly broke out between the offense and defense.Purdy’s worst pass was intercepted by Dre Greenlaw, after it floated 20 yards (and short) of George Kittle. Purdy’s final pass (12-of-17) saw him connect with Deebo Samuel, while safety Tashaun Gipson Sr. came on a blitz.How has Purdy been in the huddle upon his return? “Same as it was before. I don’t think he’s changed,” guard Aaron Banks said. “...

Concord father of four remembered after Lake Tahoe drowning

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

(KRON) -- A father of four from Concord drowned in Lake Tahoe on Friday afternoon, and now his family is raising funds to cover the cost of the emergency medical care during his attempted rescue as well as his burial. Nima Momeni back in court: Officer shares chilling details from Bob Lee's last moments Bill Siu, was a loving husband and father to his four children, the family's GoFundMe page said. Siu worked as a coach at P2P Transformation Center in Concord. He had a love of fitness, and he used it impact hundreds of people on their journeys towards health, his family said. "This unexpected and devastating loss has left his family stunned. We need your help with the costs of Bill's emergency medical care and funeral and memorial expenses for his family. If you knew Bill, he was never one to ask for help. Yet, he was always the first one to volunteer to help. -- GoFundMeThe Washoe County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a drowning around 4:10 p.m. on the east short of ...

Two Berkeley residence fires spark in one week, arson suspected

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

(KRON) -- Police are searching for information after gasoline was reported near two residence fires at the same Berkeley residence within one week, the Berkeley Police Department said. Nima Momeni: alleged Bob Lee killer back in court with new celebrity attorney The first fire was reported on July 19 around 5:35 a.m. The Berkeley Fire Department was called to a structure fire on the 1100 block of Oxford Street. White smoke was pouring off the exterior of a three-story residential building, and people said flames were visible. The siding of the entire south side of the building was on fire, and authorities suspect it was arson, BPD said. Residents reported that a strip of gasoline fuel had been on fire next to the house during the incident. One of the residents managed to douse the fire with a garden hose and put it out using a dry chemical extinguisher. No one was injured in the fire, but because arson is suspected, BPD took over investigation of the case. Close ...

Legget & Platt: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

CARTHAGE, Mo. (AP) — CARTHAGE, Mo. (AP) — Leggett & Platt Inc. (LEG) on Monday reported second-quarter earnings of $54.2 million.On a per-share basis, the Carthage, Missouri-based company said it had profit of 40 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were 38 cents per share.The results missed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of four analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 39 cents per share.The engineered component manufacturer posted revenue of $1.22 billion in the period, which also fell short of Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $1.24 billion.Legget & Platt expects full-year earnings in the range of $1.45 to $1.65 per share, with revenue in the range of $4.75 billion to $4.95 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on LEG at https://www.zacks.com/ap/LEGSource

Benchmark: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Benchmark Electronics Inc. (BHE) on Monday reported second-quarter earnings of $14 million.The Tempe, Arizona-based company said it had profit of 39 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to 48 cents per share.The electronic manufacturing services company posted revenue of $733.2 million in the period.For the current quarter ending in September, Benchmark expects its per-share earnings to range from 51 cents to 59 cents.The company said it expects revenue in the range of $680 million to $720 million for the fiscal third quarter.Benchmark shares have declined roughly 1% since the beginning of the year. In the final minutes of trading on Monday, shares hit $26.51, an increase of roughly 4% in the last 12 months._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on BHE at https://www.zacks.com/ap/BHESource

Gaiam: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

LOUISVILLE, Colo. (AP) — LOUISVILLE, Colo. (AP) — Gaiam Inc. (GAIA) on Monday reported a loss of $1.7 million in its second quarter.On a per-share basis, the Louisville, Colorado-based company said it had a loss of 8 cents.The lifestyle media company posted revenue of $19.8 million in the period._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on GAIA at https://www.zacks.com/ap/GAIASource

Republic Services: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

PHOENIX (AP) — PHOENIX (AP) — Republic Services Inc. (RSG) on Monday reported second-quarter net income of $427.4 million.The Phoenix-based company said it had net income of $1.35 per share. Earnings, adjusted for restructuring costs and costs related to mergers and acquisitions, were $1.41 per share.The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of 11 analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $1.33 per share.The waste management company posted revenue of $3.73 billion in the period, which also topped Street forecasts. Nine analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $3.7 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on RSG at https://www.zacks.com/ap/RSGSource

Western Digital: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Western Digital Corp. (WDC) on Monday reported a loss of $715 million in its fiscal fourth quarter.On a per-share basis, the San Jose, California-based company said it had a loss of $2.27. Losses, adjusted for one-time gains and costs, came to $1.98 per share.The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of six analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of $2 per share.The maker of hard drives for businesses and personal computers posted revenue of $2.67 billion in the period, also exceeding Street forecasts. Five analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $2.51 billion.For the year, the company reported a loss of $1.71 billion, or $5.44 per share. Revenue was reported as $12.32 billion.For the current quarter ending in September, Western Digital expects its results to range from a loss of $2.10 per share to a loss of $1.80 per share. Analysts surveyed by Zacks had forecast adjusted earnings per share of $...

Trex: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:05:22 GMT

WINCHESTER, Va. (AP) — WINCHESTER, Va. (AP) — Trex Co. (TREX) on Monday reported second-quarter earnings of $77 million.On a per-share basis, the Winchester, Virginia-based company said it had profit of 71 cents.The results beat Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of nine analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 54 cents per share.The maker of fencing and decking products posted revenue of $356.5 million in the period, also beating Street forecasts. Seven analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $318.9 million.For the current quarter ending in September, Trex said it expects revenue in the range of $280 million to $290 million.The company expects full-year revenue in the range of $1.04 billion to $1.06 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on TREX at https://www.zacks.com/ap/TREXSource