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Nikola Jokic scores 35 as Nuggets hold off Golden State Warriors

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

An early-season showdown and a championship test of wills lived up to its billing Wednesday night.Ultimately, the Nuggets were the last team standing, pulling out a 108-105 victory over the Golden State Warriors at raucous Ball Arena to remain undefeated at home and improve to an NBA-best 8-1.“To get off to this start and to be undefeated at home, I couldn’t be more proud of this group,” Denver coach Michael Malone said. “Not every game is going to be pretty but we gutted this one out tonight against a very good team.”There were seven lead changes in a frenetic fourth quarter in a game that had a playoff feel to it — but plenty of sloppy moments, too.Golden State’s star Stephen Curry reached into his bag of magic tricks to nearly topple the Nuggets. Curry threw in a 34-foot, running 3-pointer to pull the Warriors to within two, at 107-105 with 18.1 seconds left.Still, Denver looked to be in command until an exhausted Nikola Jokic missed two ...

Caribbean Export and Business France join forces to catalyze private sector growth in the Caribbean

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

Caribbean Export, the pioneering regional trade and investment promotion agency representing the Caribbean, has cemented another strategic partnership to accelerate private sector growth in the Caribbean. The agency has teamed up with Business France, National Agency for the promotion and internationalization of the French economy. Together, they aim to create an environment conducive to growth and innovation, facilitating investment and trade flows between France and the Caribbean region. This landmark collaboration, officially sealed through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), sets the stage for a close and mutually beneficial partnership between Caribbean Export and Business France. The MOU outlines a range of areas of cooperation, each designed to drive progress and growth for the private sector in the Caribbean region. The key areas of cooperation are as follows: 1. Exchange of Information: The Parties will share information and knowledge on training, capacity building, techno...

Arrest made in connection with body parts found in dumpster in Tarzana

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

Authorities with the Los Angeles Police Department have announced an arrest in connection with the torso of a woman found in a dumpster in Tarzana Wednesday morning.  A man scavenging for recyclables discovered the woman’s remains at about 6:15 a.m. in a parking lot near Ventura Boulevard and Rubio Avenue in nearby Encino. “Officers responded and they were able to verify that there were human remains inside a black [plastic] bag,” said LAPD homicide detective Efren Guttierez. Only a torso was found with no other body parts. The black bag had been placed inside a duffel bag and tossed into the dumpster, police said. Authorities have yet to identify the woman's remains. A woman's torso was found in a dumpster in Encino in Nov. 8, 2023. (KTLA)In a press conference held Wednesday night, authorities said Samuel Haskell was arrested at 11:25 p.m. at the Topanga Mall and has been charged with one count of murder in connection with the case. Authorities are looking for ...

Exhausted Jokic scores 35 points, Nuggets hold off Curry, Warriors 108-105

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

DENVER (AP) — An exhausted Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 13 rebounds in more than 36 minutes of action to help the Denver Nuggets hold off the Golden State Warriors 108-105 on Wednesday night.Reggie Jackson, filling in for an injured Jamal Murray, added 20 points to help the defending champion Nuggets improve to an NBA-best 8-1 overall and 6-0 at home.Jokic played the entire third quarter in an effort to help out a struggling bench unit. He also exerted energy trying to fend off Warriors big man Kevon Looney. Jokic had a chance to wrap up the win at the free throw line with 15 seconds left and the Nuggets up 107-105, but missed both. Stephen Curry’s floater in the lane to tie it up was off the mark and the ball went out of bounds off the Warriors. Jackson hit one of two free throws with 3.5 seconds remaining, and Klay Thompson couldn’t get a shot off at the buzzer.Michael Porter Jr. scored 17 points for Denver, and Aaron Gordon added 14 points and 11 rebounds.Curry, fre...

Finkel stops 31 shots, United States beats Canada 3-1 in opener of Rivalry Series

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Hilary Knight has played in four Olympics, 13 world championships and been a part of the U.S. women’s national team since 2007.Now the Americans’ captain at 34, she may be getting better instead of slowing down.Knight had a goal and an assist, Aerin Frankel stopped 31 shots and the United States beat Canada 3-1 in the opener of the Rivalry Series on Wednesday night.“It seems like she comes out of nowhere and scores goals,” Canada’s Sara Nurse said. “But obviously she’s a super talented player around the net and doesn’t miss many.”The Americans won the last time these rivals met, scoring four unanswered goals to beat Canada 6-3 in the gold medal game of the IIHF World Championships in April.Canada had the early jump in the first of seven games in the 2023-24 version of the Rivalry Series, but Frankel made some tough saves to keep the Canadians from scoring.Team USA scored first on Knight’s goal in the closing seconds of the firs...

Lungu scores 20, San Diego downs Jackson State 87-61

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Dragos Lungu’s 20 points helped San Diego defeat Jackson State 87-61 on Wednesday.Lungu also contributed six rebounds for the Toreros (2-0). Wayne McKinney III added 16 points while going 4 of 8 and 7 of 10 from the free throw line, and also had 10 rebounds and five assists. PJ Hayes had 14 points and shot 2 for 8 from beyond the arc and 8 of 8 from the free throw line.Keiveon Hunt finished with 18 points and two steals for the Tigers (0-2). Ken Evans added 12 points for Jackson State. In addition, Jordan O’Neal finished with 12 points and two blocks.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Seattle secures 71-60 win against Prairie View A&M

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — John Christofilis’ 18 points helped Seattle defeat Prairie View A&M 71-60 on Wednesday.Christofilis added five rebounds for the Redhawks (1-0). Cameron Tyson scored 15 points and added eight rebounds. Kobe Williamson shot 2 of 4 from the field and 5 for 6 from the line to finish with nine points.The Panthers (1-1) were led by Nick Gazelas, who recorded 16 points. Prairie View A&M also got 15 points, six rebounds and two steals from Charles Smith IV. Javontae Hopkins also had eight points, seven rebounds and four steals.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Joseph scores 22 as Southern defeats UNLV 85-71

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Tai’Reon Joseph had 22 points in Southern’s 85-71 win against UNLV on Wednesday.Joseph was 9 of 21 shooting (3 for 8 from 3-point range) for the Jaguars (1-1). Delang Muon scored 16 points while shooting 7 of 7 from the field and added five rebounds. Brandon Davis shot 5 for 7, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc to finish with 13 points, while adding six rebounds.Isaiah Cottrell led the Rebels (0-1) in scoring, finishing with 18 points, seven rebounds and four blocks. UNLV also got 15 points and four assists from Luis Rodriguez. Dedan Thomas Jr. also had 14 points, five assists and two steals.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

New Mexico State earns 84-49 victory over Sul Ross State

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

LAS CRUCES, N.M. (AP) — Jordan Rawls had 15 points in New Mexico State’s 84-49 win against Sul Ross State on Wednesday.Rawls was 6 of 12 shooting and 3 of 3 from the free throw line for the Aggies (1-1). Kaosi Ezeagu scored 14 points while shooting 5 of 7 from the field and 4 for 8 from the line, and added nine rebounds. Jaden Harris shot 3 for 8 (1 for 4 from 3-point range) and 6 of 10 from the free throw line to finish with 13 points.Gabe Sanchez finished with 22 points and two steals for the Lobos. Trey Nelson added 12 points and two steals for Sul Ross State. ___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

France spins its Ukraine aid

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:21:06 GMT

Presented by ASD By CALEB LARSON with LAURA KAYALI, JOSHUA POSANER, VERONIKA MELKOZEROVA and CLAUDIA CHIAPPA PRESENTED BY View in your browser or listen to audioSNEAK PEEK— The numbers show that France is a laggard when it comes to arming Ukraine, but a parliament report argues that it’s doing better than suggested. — Airbus is complaining that the German government is blocking Eurofighter sales to Saudi Arabia.— Germany spells out the details of its future troop deployment to Lithuania, the first time in its post-war history that soldiers will be permanently stationed abroad. Good morning, and welcome to Morning Defense. Tips to [email protected], [email protected] and [email protected] or follow us at @joshposaner,  @LauKaya and  @calebmlarson.DRIVING THE DAYFRANCE PUTS POSITIVE SPIN ON AID TO UKRAINE: The numbers showing that France is the military skinfl...