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Four 1,900-year-old Roman swords found in cave in Israel

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

(CNN) — Archaeologists have found four Roman swords and a shafted weapon known as a pilum dating from 1,900 years ago in a cave near the shore of the Dead Sea in Israel.The rare cache of weapons was found in the En Gedi Nature Reserve, preserved in wooden and leather scabbards, according to a press statement from the Israel Antiquities Authority published Wednesday.“Finding a single sword is rare—so four? It’s a dream! We rubbed our eyes to believe it,” the researchers said.The weapons were probably war booty taken from the Roman army by Judean rebels, according to the authors of a research article published Wednesday in the book “New Studies in the Archaeology of the Judean Desert: Collected Papers.”The first evidence—the pilum and pieces of worked wood that turned out to be scabbards—were found by chance in an isolated and inaccessible cave on cliffs by archaeologists studying a fragmentary ink inscription on a stalactite.Further investigation revealed four swords “in an almost in...

One year of Good Move in Brussels: Fewer cars, more cyclists

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

This article is part of POLITICO’s Global Policy Lab: Living Cities, a collaborative journalism project exploring the future of cities. Sign up here.One year ago, central Brussels and cars had a very public divorce.As the summer came to a close, the city began implementing its ambitious version of the regional Good Move plan, which aims to slash automotive traffic by 24 percent by 2030. In a bid to stop cars from traversing across the city center — known as the Pentagon — and divert them onto a ring road, authorities converted major thoroughfares into one-way streets, restricted access to some avenues to public transport and priority vehicles, and even fully pedestrianized some boulevards.Twelve months on, the results are stark.“In a little over a year we’ve seen a 27 percent drop in transit traffic in the city center and an astonishing 36 percent jump in the number of cyclists on our streets,” said Bart Dhondt, the city’s alderman fo...

Small aircraft damaged after missing runway at Norwood Airport

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

Emergency crews were called to Norwood Airport on Wednesday night after a small aircraft was damaged when the pilot landed short of the main runway.Crews responding around 11 p.m. found the plane about 50 yards short of the runway with two people on board, according to the Norwood Fire Department.Both people refused medical treatment or transport.The plane’s propeller and wings were damaged.The cause remains under investigation.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Boston Public Schools bus drivers aiming to keep kids cool on hot first day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is expected to greet bus drivers as they head out to collect students for the first day of school and work to keep them cool on their way to and from classes amid sweltering conditions.Wu has declared a heat emergency through Friday as the feels-like temperature is expected to reach the high-90s in the city.Buses will be keeping their windows open and schools will be taking extra precautions over the next few days.Stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu declares heat emergency through Friday amid sweltering conditions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has declared a heat emergency through Friday as daily high temperatures are expected to reach into the 90s and the heat index expected to reach the high-90s. Cooling centers will be open at 15 Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) community centers Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A full list of centers can be found at boston.gov/heat. Additionally, 64 splash pads will be open at parks and playgrounds throughout the City. A list of open city pools can be found at boston.gov/pools.Boston Public Library locations are also available for residents to seek relief from the heat.“The impacts of climate change are more palpable than ever, with extreme heat posing risk to our communities,” Wu said in a statement. “Although extreme heat affects Bostonians of all ages, with the new school year starting, our Boston Public Schools staff will be following protocols to ensure our kids have an enjoyable, safe first week back at school. I’m grateful to our ...

Thursday Pickorama

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

We’re back with another year of the Thursday Pickorama. Each week during the regular season, we will attempt to prognosticate 10 of the top games. Sometimes, it goes better than others. Last year, we fell just short of 70 percent, so the gameplan is to exceed that total.Here goes our first attempt at surpassing that.DUXBURY over Hanover: Until proven otherwise, Dragons are still the pacesetter in the Patriot League.CATHOLIC MEMORIAL over Mansfield: Knights get the call here as they extend their winning streak to 30 before heading to Florida.Bishop Fenwick over MARBLEHEAD: Crusaders open the season with a solid victory on the road.Barnstable over BROCKTON: One of the tougher games on the docket to predict.Central Catholic over SPRINGFIELD CENTRAL: John Sexton Era gets off on the right foot.Cohasset over ABINGTON: The return of Liam Appleton makes the Skippers one of the favorites in the South Shore League.LINCOLN-SUDBURY over Methuen: Warriors return a ton of players on both si...

Patriots S Kyle Dugger: No update on possible contract extension

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

In late July, Patriots safety Kyle Dugger said he would “love” to continue playing in New England.Dugger, 27, is entering a contract year as one of the best players on the team. At the start of training camp, Patriots director of player personnel Matt Groh made it known the front office annually engages with players in the last years of their contracts about extending.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots eager to celebrate Tom Brady’s return ‘the right way’ New England Patriots | Patriots-Eagles injury report: DeVante Parker, Jack Jones among 5 starters limited Wednesday New England Patriots | The Patriots get great news at practice ahead of Sunday’s season opener New England Patriots | Devin McCourty believes Patriots are happy Matt Patricia ‘experiment is over’ New England Patriots | Bill Belichick Patriots to have Jack Jones vs. Eagles, won’t confirm status beyond Week 1 ...

’23 Urus Performante is Lamborghini SUV excellence

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

In 2023, the age of SUVs are all the craze. Additionally, it is no secret that EV’s and hybrids are also a part of the auto consumer conversation. While luxury and performance are at the top of consumers’ pocket books, Lamborghini has no concern delivering a slice of excellence to their fleet and enthusiasts.With a base price of more than a quarter of a million dollars, the Lamborghini Urus delivers again with its Performante package addition. Slammed with a 4.0L V8 Bi-Turbo engine, producing 657 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque and coming in with a curb weight of 4,740 lbs. Permanent 4WD with limited slip center differentiation with asymmetrical distribution and active Torque-Vectoring Rear Differential ensured spinning the tires was not an easy task.Riding on 23 inch Pirelli P-Zero tires and Shiny Pelope wheels, we noticed a great ride and smooth overall experience for riders and drivers alike. Carbon fiber abound added more than $10K in options to the total price while we...

Orioles’ ‘deep’ bench working to master the art of pinch hitting ahead of playoffs: ‘Every man on this roster is important’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

The series against the Los Angeles Angels, on paper, didn’t look too enjoyable for Ryan O’Hearn and Adam Frazier.On the docket for the Angels were left-handed starting pitchers for all three games, meaning O’Hearn and Frazier would spend most of the series on the bench.But the two veteran left-handed hitters knew their numbers would be called sometime at Angel Stadium. They were Tuesday, and they both delivered clutch hits to spark a comeback en route to a critical September win.“We’re able to do that platoon thing, which isn’t necessarily fun if you face three lefties in a row,” Frazier said. “But it’s honestly impressive how deep the bench is for us. I think that’s a big reason why we’re so good. We can swing matchups in our favor and we’ve got good players coming off the bench.”The art of pinch hitting isn’t easy. After riding the pine for most of the game, the player must quickly get loose and fa...

Boston Herald preseason divisional rankings

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:56:51 GMT

 Here is our preseason Eastern Mass. Divisional rankings as well as the Independent School League. Our 31st annual Sweet 16 rankings will come out tomorrow with many of the usual suspects occupying the top spots.   EMASS DIVISION 11. Xaverian (7-4)2. St. John’s Prep (11-2)3. Methuen (9-3)4. Lincoln-Sudbury (7-4)5. Central Catholic (9-3)6. Everett (8-2)7. Andover (10-1)8. Franklin (7-3) EMASS DIVISION 21. Catholic Memorial (12-0)2. King Philip (9-3)3. Barnstable (3-8)4. Chelmsford (8-3)5. North Andover (5-6)6. Marshfield (7-4)7. Peabody (10-1)8. Bridgewater-Raynham (5-6) EMASS DIVISION 31. Mansfield (9-2)2. Billerica (10-1)3. North Attleboro (8-3)4. Milford (10-2)5. Milton (11-1)6. Plymouth South (10-1)7. Woburn (7-4)8. Reading (9-2) EMASS DIVISION 41. Duxbury (12-0)2. Marblehead (8-2)3. Scituate (5-5)4. Tewksbury (7-4)5. Holliston (10-2)6. Middleboro (8-3)7. Melrose (6-5)8. Nauset (6-5) EMASS DIVISION 51. Shawsheen (12-1)2. Hanover (9-3)...