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Woman sues Disney for $50K after 'painful wedgie' on water slide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

(NEXSTAR) -- A woman is suing Disney Parks and Resorts, claiming she sustained serious injuries from a "painful wedgie" while riding a giant water slide. Emma McGuinness said she traveled to the Orlando resort in October 2019 to celebrate her 30th birthday with family. While visiting Disney's Typhoon Lagoon, McGuinness, her mother and her young daughter decided to ride the Humunga Kowabunga water slide.As she neared the end of the 214-foot slide, the lawsuit claims her body lifted up and she became airborne before slamming back down.  Which is cheaper: Disney World or a Disney cruise? "The slide caused [her] clothing to be painfully forced between her legs and for water to be violently forced inside her," the lawsuit states. "She experienced immediate and severe pain internally and, as she stood up, blood began rushing from between her legs." McGuinness, who was wearing a one-piece swimsuit at the time, sustained severe lacerations and damage to her internal or...

Gingrich says House GOP should expel 'anti-Republican' Gaetz

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

(The Hill) – Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) on Tuesday called on House Republicans to expel Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and defeat his motion to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) from his post.In a scathing op-ed published in The Washington Post, Gingrich attacked the Florida Republican as “anti-Republican” and said Gaetz was engaging in “childish behavior” and “has become actively destructive to the conservative movement.”“Gaetz’s motion to remove McCarthy should be swiftly defeated, and then he should be expelled from the House Republican Conference. House Republicans have far more important things to do than entertain one member’s ego,” Gingrich wrote. “Gaetz has gone beyond regular drama. He is destroying the House GOP’s ability to govern and draw a sharp contrast with the policy disasters of the Biden administration,” he wrote.Gingrich ripped Gaetz for what he described as egocentric behavior and for distracting from issues that could be damaging to Democrats...

Texas Republican will nominate Trump for Speaker of the House

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

(The Hill) – Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) announced late Tuesday he will file paperwork to nominate former President Trump to be the next Speaker of the House.“This week, when the U.S. House of Representatives reconvenes, my first order of business will be to nominate Donald J. Trump for Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives,” Nehls said in a statement. “President Trump, the greatest President of my lifetime, has a proven record of putting America First and will make the House great again.”Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) was ousted as Speaker on Tuesday in a historic vote after eight Republicans joined all Democrats in voting him out of the role. Nehls voted against attempts to remove McCarthy.The Speaker of the House is not required to be a sitting member of Congress, though no Speaker has ever held the role without being a member.Before Republicans won back the House in the 2022 midterms, Trump said he would not be interested in taking the top job. “No, I think that it’s n...

McCarthy says he won't run for Speaker again after being ousted: Live coverage

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

The House voted Tuesday to oust Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.), a vote that hasn't taken place in more than 100 years. Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) became interim House Speaker.Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) followed through on his promises and moved Monday to force a vote on a motion to vacate. On Tuesday afternoon, the chamber voted 216-210 on the motion to vacate, following a 208-218 vote on a motion to table Gaetz’s resolution to oust McCarthy.All Democrats voted to remove McCarthy.Follow along with live updates below.

Yelp files motion to stop Texas attorney general's suit for crisis pregnancy disclaimers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- On Monday, Yelp filed a motion in federal court in an attempt to stop Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton from prosecuting the company for its statements about crisis pregnancy centers.In the statement, a Yelp spokesperson said "those statements were always intended to help members of the public make informed decisions about their reproductive care."Crisis pregnancy centers offer women and families pregnancy support. They do not provide abortions. Before abortions were banned in Texas, Yelp sought to clarify its services when these businesses were listed on its platform. AG Paxton sues Yelp for crisis pregnancy center disclaimers These centers “typically provide limited medical services and may not have licensed medical professionals onsite,” Yelp added as a consumer noticeIn a statement provided to KXAN, the spokesperson said "it's been well-reported that crisis pregnancy centers typically provide limited services and may not have licensed medical professionals ons...

“Kid’s special”: Twins teammates marvel at rookie Royce Lewis

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

The number on his jersey, 23, is often synonymous with sports greatness. Perhaps it’s fitting because Royce Lewis looks as if he’s on track to become the next Twins superstar.He has the makeup. He has the charisma. He has the talent. And if his rookie season has shown anything, he shines brightest when the spotlight is on.Lewis, whose inclusion on the postseason roster was in question because of a hamstring strain suffered in September, showed just how valuable he is to the team on Tuesday, clubbing two home runs in the Twins’ 3-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays. Though they’ve had a front seat to the Royce Lewis Show this season, the rookie is continuously impressing his teammates and those around him.“He was born for this, I think,” infielder Jorge Polanco said. “He’s very special to see in those moments. He doesn’t shy away from those moments. He loves it, and we love to see him in those moments.”It’s gotten to the point that whenever Lewis steps to the plate, his teammates ...

Dane Mizutani: Get on the back of Royce Lewis. He’s leading the Twins to the promise land.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

The boogeyman came for the Twins as soon as the game started on Tuesday afternoon at Target Field.After the leadoff hitter put the ball in play, the nightmares from the past couple of decades came flooding back when Jorge Polanco’s throw across the diamond pulled Alex Kirilloff off the bag. The mistake turned a routine grounder into the slightest crack in the foundation. That would’ve been enough for the house to come crashing down in the past.Not this time. This version of the Twins is built different.Because they have a legitimate superstar in Royce Lewis. Not a star. He’s a superstar in every sense of the word.In his playoff debut, Lewis hit a pair of home runs, providing all the offense for the Twins in a 3-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays.Why wouldn’t he? The moment has never proven to be too big for the 24-year-old wunderkind. The historic 18-game playoff losing streak wasn’t going to be either.“It was a blessing to play today,” Lewis ...

“You better not lose”: Sonny Gray, with a chance to pitch Twins to ALDS, gets order from young son

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

Five-year-old Declan Gray, the younger of Sonny Gray’s two sons, had some important words of wisdom for the pitcher Tuesday morning. After asking if the Twins are in the playoffs and being told by his dad that yes, the Twins are indeed in the playoffs, Declan gave his father an order.“He said, “You better not lose,’” Sonny Gray said. “I was like, ‘You know what, Declan? I’m going to do my best.’ They shoot it to you straight. It’s what you love about them. It’s nice to have them around. And I guess that’s what we’ll do. We better not lose.”Gray will have the ball in his hands for Game 2 of the Wild Card Series, opposed by former Twin José Berríos, with a chance to pitch the Twins to the American League Division Series and a matchup against the Houston Astros. And the Twins couldn’t feel any more confident about handing the ball over to Gray, who has been the picture of consistency all season.The 33-year-old finished his year with a 2.79 earned-run average, third in the majors and se...

Troy mayoral candidate forum held at RPI

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- NEWS10 ABC is Your Local Election Headquarters, and Tuesday night was a candidate forum between the two candidates for Troy mayor. The two candidates running for the job are current Troy City Council President Carmella Mantello and Rensselaer County Legislator Nina Nichols. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The position is being left vacant by retiring Mayor Patrick Madden.Many different topics were discussed during the forum, including lead pipes in the city and a specific strategy for water front development. Candidates also discussed what they would do with their first budget if elected as well as how they would reduce crime in the city.The forum was moderated by NEWS10's Lydia Kulbida.

Albany kicks off All-Hallow e’en Festival

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:38:48 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Officials in the city of Albany are making Halloween a month-long celebration. Discover Albany is calling the event Albany’s All-Hallow e’en Festival.Some of the events taking place during the month of October include dramatic tours, historical exhibitions and public art exhibits. Some of the organizations involved in the festival include the Albany Center Gallery, the Historic Albany Foundation and the Capital Repertory Theatre. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! 'We had a tight timeline to turn this idea around, so I called all of these folks with a really quick idea and I thought they would laugh at me, and it was just an immediate yes."The festival marks the return of the original Halloween fest celebrated annually in Albany, the last time being over 100 years ago. Officials said the haunted tours bring people from around the state and country to Albany during the Halloween season.