Dear Abby: My teen’s phone has deranged her life, but her mother won’t let me take it away
Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:20:45 GMT
DEAR ABBY: I am a divorced dad with two adult daughters and a 14-year-old daughter.My older daughters are learning to be responsible for themselves, and I’m proud of them. The question I need help with involves my youngest.Related ArticlesAdvice | Dear Abby: I’m I out of line in asking my college daughter to be an RA? Advice | Dear Abby: My neighbor found out my income and is spreading lies about me Advice | Dear Abby: What if I don’t want to say grace? Advice | Dear Abby: Even the dogs have more say over my own life than I do Advice | Dear Abby: I can’t see them the same way after how they treated my dad She doesn’t want to go to school. She stays awake on the phone. I have taken two of them from her, yet her mom keeps giving her phones. I have unplugged the Wi-Fi. I’ve tried talking to my ex about this to no avail.I’m not perfect. I have said things I regret, b...Switzerland beats Philippines 2-0 in its Women’s World Cup opener
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DUNEDIN, New Zealand (AP) — Ramona Bachmann drilled her penalty kick into the left side of the net moments before halftime to set up Switzerland’s 2-0 win over Philippines on Friday in the Women’s World Cup opener for both teams. Switzerland’s Seraina Piubel added a second-half goal, scoring on the rebound from a missed shot by Coumba Sow that ricocheted off Philippines goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel. The Group A encounter was the first game inside Dunedin’s Forsyth Barr Stadium, the tournament’s only indoor venue. The crowd’s cheers echoed around the walls of the roughly half-full stadium, with an attendance of 13,711 in a venue that can fit over 30,000.Philippines forward Katrina Guillou appeared to score a goal in the 15th minute, but it was waived off by an offside call.Switzerland dominated offensively, outshooting the Philippines 17-3, but the Filipinas’ defense hung on. McDaniel held her own, making several key first-half saves –- only allowing Bachmann’s late penalty.KEY M...Ejecutan a James Barber, condenado a muerte en Alabama, luego de un fallo de la Justicia en su contra
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(CNN) — Ejecutaron este viernes en Alabama a James Barber, condenado a muerte, luego de que la justicia confirmara que no se suspendería la pena a pesar de la demanda de Barber acerca de que la inyección letal podría suponer un castigo cruel e inusual.“El fiscal general Marshall autorizó que la ejecución comenzara a la 1:34 a. m.” (hora local). La hora de la muerte de Barber fue la 1:56 a.m. (hora local)”, dice el comunicado de la oficina del fiscal estatal Steve Marshall.“Se ha hecho justicia. Esta mañana, James Barber fue ejecutado por el terrible crimen que cometió hace más de dos décadas: el asesinato especialmente atroz, atroz y cruel de Dorothy Epps”, dijo Marshall.“Le pido a la gente de Alabama que se una a mí para orar por la familia y los amigos de la víctima, para que ahora puedan encontrar un sentimiento de paz y cierre”, dijo.Barber fue condenado a muerte por el asesinato en 2001 de Dorothy Epps, de 75 años.El recluso había solicitado a un tribuna...‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ clash in ‘Barbenheimer’ box-office smackdown
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toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley previews 'Barbenheimer' (Part 1) $(function () { $('.wtop-audio-container .fa-play').on('click', function(){ var audio_filename = $('div.wtop-audio-file').data("mp3-url"); ga('send', 'event', 'Audio', 'play', audio_filename); }); }); “Barbenheimer” is officially upon us as “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” both open in movie theaters.Moviegoers nationwide now face a cinematic conundrum affectionately known as “Barbenheimer.”Which movie are you more excited to watch this weekend in a surefire box-office smackdow...Giants visit the Nationals to start 3-game series
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San Francisco Giants (54-43, third in the NL West) vs. Washington Nationals (38-58, fifth in the NL East)Washington; Friday, 7:05 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Alex Wood (4-3, 4.53 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 50 strikeouts); Nationals: Jake Irvin (2-5, 5.11 ERA, 1.49 WHIP, 44 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Giants -158, Nationals +135; over/under is 9 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Washington Nationals open a three-game series at home against the San Francisco Giants on Friday.Washington has a 15-32 record at home and a 38-58 record overall. The Nationals are 14-9 in games when they did not give up a home run.San Francisco has a 54-43 record overall and a 28-21 record on the road. The Giants rank sixth in the NL with 113 total home runs, averaging 1.2 per game.The teams meet Friday for the fourth time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Jeimer Candelario leads the Nationals with 44 extra base hits (27 doubles, two triples and 15 home runs). Joey Meneses is 10-for-39 with two doubles, four home ...Marlins look to stop losing streak in matchup with the Rockies
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Colorado Rockies (37-59, fifth in the NL West) vs. Miami Marlins (53-45, third in the NL East)Miami; Friday, 6:40 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Rockies: Peter Lambert (0-0); Marlins: Braxton Garrett (5-2, 3.90 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 106 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Marlins -123, Rockies +107; over/under is 11 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins aim to end their six-game skid when they play the Colorado Rockies.Miami has a 53-45 record overall and a 30-18 record in home games. Marlins hitters are batting a collective .265, the third-best team batting average in MLB play.Colorado is 37-59 overall and 14-33 in road games. Rockies hitters are batting a collective .251, which ranks eighth in the NL.The matchup Friday is the fifth time these teams meet this season. The Rockies hold a 3-1 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Jorge Soler leads the Marlins with 24 home runs while slugging .512. Jesus Sanchez is 13-for-41 with three doubles, three home runs and 10 RBI over the ...Cardinals aim to keep win streak alive against the Cubs
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St. Louis Cardinals (44-53, fourth in the NL Central) vs. Chicago Cubs (45-51, third in the NL Central)Chicago; Friday, 2:20 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Cardinals: Jack Flaherty (7-5, 4.29 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 96 strikeouts); Cubs: Justin Steele (9-3, 2.96 ERA, 1.11 WHIP, 87 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Cubs -125, Cardinals +106BOTTOM LINE: The St. Louis Cardinals seek to build upon a six-game win streak with a victory against the Chicago Cubs.Chicago is 45-51 overall and 24-26 at home. Cubs hitters are batting a collective .250, which ranks ninth in the NL.St. Louis has a 44-53 record overall and a 22-27 record on the road. The Cardinals are 9-19 in games decided by one run.Friday’s game is the seventh time these teams match up this season. The Cardinals have a 4-2 advantage in the season series.TOP PERFORMERS: Nico Hoerner has 15 doubles, four triples, six home runs and 54 RBI for the Cubs. Cody Bellinger is 14-for-37 with a double, four home runs and seven RBI over th...Reds take on the Diamondbacks in first of 3-game series
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Arizona Diamondbacks (54-43, second in the NL West) vs. Cincinnati Reds (52-46, second in the NL Central)Cincinnati; Friday, 7:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Diamondbacks: Tommy Henry (5-2, 3.89 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, 56 strikeouts); Reds: Ben Lively (4-5, 3.72 ERA, 1.20 WHIP, 53 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Reds -118, Diamondbacks -101; over/under is 10 1/2 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Cincinnati Reds host the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday to begin a three-game series.Cincinnati is 52-46 overall and 25-26 at home. The Reds have the third-best team on-base percentage in MLB play at .332.Arizona has a 28-19 record on the road and a 54-43 record overall. The Diamondbacks have gone 42-13 in games when they scored five or more runs.The teams meet Friday for the first time this season.TOP PERFORMERS: TJ Friedl leads the Reds with a .286 batting average, and has 14 doubles, three triples, six home runs, 26 walks and 32 RBI. Matt McLain is 11-for-39 with a home run and an RBI over the last 10...Brewers host the Braves to start 3-game series
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Atlanta Braves (62-33, first in the NL East) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (54-43, first in the NL Central)Milwaukee; Friday, 8:10 p.m. EDTPITCHING PROBABLES: Braves: Michael Soroka (1-1, 5.40 ERA, 1.46 WHIP, 19 strikeouts); Brewers: Freddy Peralta (6-7, 4.32 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 113 strikeouts)FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK MLB LINE: Braves -124, Brewers +105; over/under is 9 runsBOTTOM LINE: The Milwaukee Brewers open a three-game series at home against the Atlanta Braves on Friday.Milwaukee has gone 26-21 at home and 54-43 overall. Brewers pitchers have a collective 3.94 ERA, which ranks third in the NL.Atlanta has a 62-33 record overall and a 30-14 record on the road. The Braves have a 48-16 record in games when they record at least eight hits.Friday’s game is the first time these teams square off this season.TOP PERFORMERS: Willy Adames has 15 doubles and 16 home runs for the Brewers. Christian Yelich is 12-for-41 with five doubles and four home runs over the last 10 games.Ronald Acuna Jr. has 26...Police investigation underway at Park Street station
Published Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:20:45 GMT
A large police presence gathered at the Park Street Station entrance to Boston Common overnight after an incident that prompted them to block off the area with crime scene tape.Transit and Boston police could be seen searching the area for evidence.No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.Latest news
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