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Will Trump take Christopher Rufo’s conservative Florida vision nationwide?A “redditor” said AT&T charged him more than $6,000 in a single day after a mixup with his pay plan, . The user, , said he’d been a customer with AT&T for more than a decade and usually bought unlimited plans, which normally cost him about $250 – $266. So when he learned his Dec. 15 bill was $6,223.60, he figured there must have been a mistake. But when he spoke on the phone with , the customer service representative insisted the bill was only $205, not the astronomical figure the user suggested. Usual-Guava-8899 then visited the corporate store in Dallas, Texas, hoping for a solution. The issue had to do with the user’s having recently switched to , AT&T’s nationwide network designed for , which the user reportedly said he was. When his account shifted over to FirstNet, AT&T inadvertently placed him on a pay-per-use plan for a single day. On that day he used 3,097 megabytes of data and was charged accordingly. The issue hadn’t been fully resolved quite yet, however. A store associate told him he’d have to wait for a resolution from the company president’s office. So, the wait began, during which the user posted numerous updates. “I was told the office of the president sent it back to the store to take care of. Not sure if this is good or bad but a store manager is working on it from what I hear,” Usual-Guava-8899 wrote on Dec. 16. Another update followed. “I was contacted by AT&T help here on . They told me I should hear from somebody in 24 hours. I will keep everyone updated,” he wrote. “Also wanted to clarify i have not traveled internationally or been on a cruise during this pay period. Thank you,” he added. On Dec. 17 he posted yet another announcement about the troublesome mishap. “resolution update!! I just got off the phone with the office of the president. The gentleman I spoke with was excellent and told me they have credited my account and I should see a 0 balance in 24-48 hours,” he wrote. “Thank you to everyone who showed an interest in this. I am convinced without the Reddit community I would still not have a resolution.” The issue was ultimately resolved and Usual-Guava-8899 gave one final update about the conundrum. “For those following the issue has 100% been resolved. My balance now shows 0,” he wrote. “AT&T also extended me a good will credit which was very much appreciated. Hats off to the office of the president as they provided amazing service and got the issue resolved asap once they got involved.” We are committed to truth and accuracy in all of our journalism. Advertise with The Western Journal and reach millions of highly engaged readers, while supporting our work. .
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NoneDuke Energy Florida mobilized more than 27,000 workers and additional resources to restore power for approximately 2 million customers impacted by hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. , Dec. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, following a devastating 2024 hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida filed a plan with the Florida Public Service Commission (FPSC) to recover an estimated $1.1 billion in direct costs associated with the company's emergency activation and response to hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton, which included mobilizing more than 27,000 workers and additional resources to restore power for approximately 2 million impacted customers. Given the severity of these three storms, the filing covers a range of costs, such as deploying hundreds of Duke Energy crews from the entire span of the company's service territories and acquiring significant mutual assistance from across the country and even Canada ; standing up staging sites, basecamps and temporary lodging, while also providing meals for thousands of lineworkers and field personnel; and repairing, rebuilding and replacing critical infrastructure, including poles, wires and transformers, that were damaged and/or destroyed by catastrophic storm surge and wind. "Quickly and safely getting the lights back on for our customers was our highest priority after each of these brutal storms. While today's filing reflects the costs of those efforts, we want to assure our customers that, as part of our overall commitment to affordability, we strived to minimize the impact on their bills as much as possible, and moving forward, we will keep making strategic investments to strengthen the electric grid and help ensure they have the reliable power they need," said Melissa Seixas , Duke Energy Florida state president. "This kind of continuous improvement is a cornerstone of the work we do at Duke Energy Florida, especially considering the increasing risk of more extreme weather in the future." The 2024 hurricane season resulted in an unprecedented level of activation as Duke Energy Florida responded to three major hurricanes, including a Category 4 and a Category 3, all within three months: Hurricane Debby (Category 1) 350,000 outages reported 3,000 workers and additional resources mobilized 320 damaged poles replaced 90% of outages restored within 24 hours 62,000 outages automatically restored by self-healing technology 12.5 million minutes of outage time saved by self-healing technology Hurricane Helene (Category 4) 800,000 outages reported 8,600 workers and additional resources mobilized 925 damaged poles replaced Nearly all outages (outside of hardest-hit areas) restored within 72 hours 127,000 outages automatically restored by self-healing technology 113 million minutes of outage time saved by self-healing technology Hurricane Milton (Category 3) 1 million outages reported 16,000 workers and additional resources mobilized 1,560 damaged poles replaced 95% of outages (outside of hardest-hit areas) restored within four days 190,740 outages automatically restored by self-healing technology 200 million minutes of outage time saved by self-healing technology Click here for photos and videos of storm damage and restoration efforts. As outlined in Duke Energy Florida's filing with the FPSC, the temporary impact to customer bills beginning in March 2025 is associated with the costs of the company's emergency activation and response to hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton. Residential customers will see an increase of approximately $21 per 1,000 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity on their monthly bills in March 2025 when compared to February 2025 . While the storm charge actually totals an approximately $31 increase, the impact on customers has been reduced because of the annual, seasonal (March-November) decrease of $10 per 1,000 kWh through November 2025 . However, it should be noted that storm costs will remain on bills through the end of February 2026. Duke Energy Florida offers several financial assistance tools, including flexible billing programs and the Share the Light Fund ® , for customers in need. To learn more, customers can call the Customer Care phone number listed on their bills or visit duke-energy.com/HereToHelp . Duke Energy Florida, a subsidiary of Duke Energy, owns 12,300 megawatts of energy capacity, supplying electricity to 2 million residential, commercial and industrial customers across a 13,000-square-mile service area in Florida. Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK ), a Fortune 150 company headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. , is one of America's largest energy holding companies. The company's electric utilities serve 8.4 million customers in North Carolina , South Carolina , Florida , Indiana , Ohio and Kentucky , and collectively own 54,800 megawatts of energy capacity. Its natural gas utilities serve 1.7 million customers in North Carolina , South Carolina , Tennessee , Ohio and Kentucky. Duke Energy is executing an ambitious clean energy transition, keeping reliability, affordability and accessibility at the forefront as the company works toward net-zero methane emissions from its natural gas business by 2030 and net-zero carbon emissions from electricity generation by 2050. The company is investing in major electric grid upgrades and cleaner generation, including expanded energy storage, renewables, natural gas and nuclear. More information is available at duke-energy.com and the Duke Energy News Center . Follow Duke Energy on X , LinkedIn , Instagram and Facebook , and visit illumination for stories about the people and innovations powering our energy transition. Contact: Aly Raschid 24-Hour: 800.559.3853 SOURCE Duke Energy
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Fyodor Lukyanov: Can the West still engineer a ‘color revolution’? We’re about to find outThe closer a Prince Rupert woman looked at the deer in her yard, the stranger things became for her. “It was the first time I’ve seen anything like that; it was pretty bizarre,” said Joan Dudoward. Dudoward is a senior residing on 11th Avenue East in Prince Rupert. A flash of movement caught her eye as she scrubbed her breakfast plates on a typical Wednesday morning. Peeking out the window above her sink, she gasped— a majestic buck with massive antlers stood gracefully in her yard. “As soon as I noticed the huge buck, I ran and grabbed my camera to photograph it. I’ve been taking photos since I was a teenager...I photograph everything,” she said. She says he cozied up to lie on the grass and stayed for about half an hour. “He was wiggling his ears so I zoomed in and noticed a tag clipped on him,” she said. “I thought, why is this dear clipped? I got very concerned.” Dudoward, driven by her curiosity, noted that one side of the clip was labelled “BC WILDLIFE 06-529,” while the other read “CALL RAP: 877-952-7227.” It was suspicious because the number displayed is very similar but different from the official number of B.C.’s Conservation Officer Service, which is 1-877-952-7277. Also, the legitimate acronym for their hotline, Report All Poachers and Polluters, is “RAPP,” not “RAP,” as indicated on the tag. She called the number on the neon green tag to inquire about the buck, but reached a woman who spoke to her very hurriedly, she said. The woman, who identified herself as Jessica, wanted to send Dudoward a “free medical alert device” that she could wear around her neck. “We’re very excited to tell you about a special promotion for select callers,” Dudoward recalls the woman saying. She was then asked questions such as her age to check eligibility. Jessica then explained that as a senior, the device would help her in emergencies, such as falls, by alerting her immediate contacts. To proceed with delivery, she said she needed some personal information from Dudoward, such as her address. Then, Dudoward was abruptly transferred to another agent who continued the call. But when she tried to ask her about the buck and why the agency had clipped its number on his ear, they wouldn’t respond but instead continued to promote their products “That’s just cruelty to animals. They are targeting seniors for sure, and hurting the deer in the process,” said Dudoward. She wondered how they must have handled the wild animal to dart him. She questioned, “Did they sedate him? What exactly happened there?” She was absolutely shocked. Dudoward couldn’t comprehend why B.C. Wildlife, a legitimate organization, would have put this company’s number on the buck's ear. The incident reminded her of this continued pattern of companies attempting to target elderly and vulnerable individuals. “I also have my mother’s old number, and it gets scam calls all the time,” she said. “How can they do that? Especially to seniors. They are trying to decide if they should pay the rent or get medication,” said Dudoward in frustration. She proceeded to contact the legitimate conservation officer’s number, who, like the local RCMP, didn’t pay much heed to her situation, she said. The next day, Dudoward called the agency’s number on the tag again, and the conversation took a completely different turn. Now, the agent asked if she was 18 and was promoting products aimed at youth. They informed her that she needed to pay $3 through a call paywall to proceed to the next step, during which she would be directed to the free products for which she was eligible. “The message keeps changing; this is so strange,” said Dudoward. The Northern View investigated the call and found that it was an intricately designed AI automated voice call. The system guides the caller through different phases by detecting both their spoken responses and the number keys they press. Contrary to Dudoward’s initial belief, it wasn’t a live human speaking to her, but a pre-recorded one. In fact, similar cases of fraud involving medical alert devices have happened in the U.S. before, prompting the New York State Department of State and the Minnesota Attorney General to issue cautionary alerts for consumers regarding these “robocalls.” The authorities advised seniors to immediately hang up, not press any keys when prompted, and avoid sharing personal information. “Fraud is the number one crime against older Canadians. Though people of all ages can be victims of fraud, older people get targeted more than others,” states the Canadian Government on its website. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) says that there have been 40,623 reports of fraud this year up to Oct. 31, resulting in a loss of $503 million. Vishing is a social engineering technique that uses voice communication technology. It involves fraudulent phone calls to trick the victim into revealing personal data. The CAFC advises caution during phone calls. They urge people not to hesitate to say no if something feels off and not to feel pressured by urgency or time limits. They also encourage taking enough time to research before sharing personal information. The Northern View contacted the B.C. Wildlife Federation for a comment regarding the tag on the buck. “The Conservation Officer Service darted this deer Nov. 5 to remove wires wrapped around its antlers. The tag is legitimate, but unfortunately has the wrong number on it for RAPP. The new versions of the tag have the correct number and COS will stop using these older tags,” said Jesse Zeman, executive director at B.C. Wildlife Federation. Although the exact cause of this mistake is unclear, anyone who suspects fraud should contact CAFC at 1-888-495-8501 or their local police.President-elect Trump wants to again rename North America’s tallest peakFamous on-air faces from ABC, CNN, MSNBC and Fox are all bringing in the big bucks for their numerous broadcasting gigs – but who takes top spot, with a net worth of US$250 million? Turns out, delivering the news to millions via daily broadcasts can earn you millions – especially if you’re an on-air anchor for a major TV network. New anchors for companies such as CNN and CBS – and TV personalities who host nightly shows on the likes of channels Fox and MSNBC – are pulling in millions of dollars every year thanks to their hefty salaries. Here’s how their wealth stacks up at the time of writing. 8. Megyn Kelly, 54 Estimated net worth: US$45 million {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"Ex-Fox host Megyn Kelly now runs her own media company. Photo: @megynkelly/Instagram","url":"https://img.i-scmp.com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=contain,width=1024,format=auto/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2024/12/19/4ed1abd0-b14f-4ca7-9673-839ea54f375a_7390c88c.jpg"} Ex-Fox host Megyn Kelly now runs her own media company. Photo: @megynkelly/Instagram Advertisement Known for her to-the-point interviewing style, Megyn Kelly started her career as a lawyer before becoming a news anchor at Fox News, where she hosted shows such as America Live and The Kelly File . After many years at Fox, she made the leap to NBC in 2017, but left in 2018 after she made controversial comments on air. Kelly is the founder of Devil May Care Media and now hosts The Megyn Kelly Show podcast. 7. Rachel Maddow, 51 Estimated net worth: US$50 million {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"MSNBC host Rachel Maddow is one of TV’s richest anchors. Photo: @maddowshow/Instagram","url":"https://img.i-scmp.com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=contain,width=1024,format=auto/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2024/12/19/c2f13961-b468-454f-b917-f2206a927ca4_4ba87cd3.jpg"} MSNBC host Rachel Maddow is one of TV’s richest anchors. Photo: @maddowshow/Instagram Liberal political commentator Rachel Maddow is the host of MSNBC’s The Rachel Maddow Show and the network’s co-anchor for special live broadcast events. She’s also a successful author, having written 2012 bestseller Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power and 2019’s Blowout , whose audio edition earned her a 2021 Grammy for Best Spoken Word Album. 6. Tucker Carlson, 55 Estimated net worth: US$50 million {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"Tucker Carlson at the 2022 Fox Nation Patriot Awards in Florida. Photo: TNS","url":"https://img.i-scmp.com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=contain,width=1024,format=auto/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2024/12/19/00636f84-f524-44b5-96f6-682782c88477_1f4989ed.jpg"} Tucker Carlson at the 2022 Fox Nation Patriot Awards in Florida. Photo: TNS Host of Tucker Carlson Tonight , political commentator, author and anchor Tucker Carlson was once one of the most outspoken and controversial voices on Fox News. However, the right-wing conspiracy theorist’s reign on television came to an end in April 2023 when he was fired from the network for reportedly becoming “too big for his boots” and alienating much of the company’s staff. These days, he runs the Tucker Carlson Network, producing a series of politically focused shows, podcasts, films and documentaries.
NoneFBI warns New Jersey residents of 2 dangerous scamsLONDON — Pooches in pullovers paraded past Buckingham Palace on Saturday for a gathering of dogs in Christmas sweaters to raise funds for rescue charities. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. About 130 pets, and their owners, walked Saturday from St. James's Park and along the Mall, the wide boulevard that leads to the royal palace as part of the Christmas Jumper Parade. Flossie the dog barks Saturday during the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade in central London. Prizes were awarded for best-dressed pets, with contenders including canine Santas, puppy elves and a French bulldog dressed in a red beret and pink jacket adorned with red bows. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. The event was organized by Rescue Dogs of London and Friends to raise money for charities that rehome dogs from overseas. People take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday in central London. Christmas sweater animal parades have become something of an annual tradition in London. People and dogs take part in the Rescue Dogs of London and Friends Christmas Jumper Parade on Saturday outside Buckingham Palace in central London. There are more to come this year, including an event for corgis — the late Queen Elizabeth II's favorite breed — on Dec. 7 and the dachshund-friendly Hyde Park Sausage Walk on Dec 15. From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022 when the Labrador retriever lost its 31-year-long streak as #1 to the French bulldog, according to the American Kennel Club. This shift may be partially attributable to the rising costs of pet products and veterinary care since smaller dogs are more economical for tighter budgets. Moreover, as remote work and nomadic living become increasingly more common, smaller dogs may appeal to those looking for pets that require less space and are easier to transport. In fact, only two sporting dog breeds are the most popular in any American state—and neither is a Labrador retriever. The most popular dog overall represents 4% of all dogs in the country—constituting over 2.3 million out of 58 million households with dogs. Ollie used data from U.S. News & World Report to further explore which dog breeds are the most popular in which states and what factors may drive residents' preferences. Named after the northern Mexican state from which it originates, the Chihuahua is the smallest dog breed and one of the oldest, with a lineage that dates as far back as the ninth century. Today, the breed makes up a remarkable 4% of all dogs in the United States and is the most popular overall in 21 states. It ranks within the top five most common breeds in 42 states in total. Requiring just 200 to 250 calories per day but boasting a lifespan of 14 to 16 years, the Chihuahua offers owners low-cost longevity and is known for its adaptability and amusing personality. The French bulldog is a compact companion known for being friendly yet quiet, making it suitable for a range of lifestyles and homes. The breed has roots in the English bulldog, which was bred to a smaller size to accompany its working English owners, many of whom were artisans. As such trades closed amid the Industrial Revolution, these workers and their little bulldogs moved to France, where the breed's popularity began. The French developed a more standardized appearance which was iterated upon in the U.S. to develop the iconic bat ears. The breed has recently seen a massive increase in popularity, with AKC registrations surging by 1,000% between 2012 and 2022. Now, the French bulldog is the most popular dog in Florida, California, and Hawaii and is in the top five most common dogs in nearly half the remaining states. With webbed paws and an affinity for water, golden retrievers are lucky pups to be the favored breed of the Midwest. They are the most popular dogs in states bordering the Great Lakes—Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio; the entirety of the New England region minus Rhode Island; plus North Dakota, Nebraska, Colorado, and Virginia. The iconic golden breed was developed in 19th-century Scotland to retrieve both from land and water during hunts, hence its swimming-related adaptations. Golden retrievers are known for their affectionate nature and eagerness to please, making them well-suited for service and other working dog roles. The shih tzu, whose name means "lion" in Chinese, is king of the Empire State (New York) as well as Iowa, Rhode Island, and New Jersey. Roughly a quarter of New York state residents live in apartments, making the dog that averages 9 to 16 pounds perfect for compact households. Despite being known for its playfulness, the breed does not require much physical activity or space. The breed dates back over 1,000 years but was first brought to America surprisingly recently, following World War II. According to the American Kennel Club, every shih tzu alive today has direct lineage to just 14 shih tzus that were saved when the breed nearly went extinct during the Communist revolution. Representing the best of both worlds, the golden retriever and poodle hybrid is known for its friendly, sociable demeanor and trainability. Bred to be guide dogs in the 1960s, the hybrid is not recognized as an official breed by the AKC, so there is no breed standard. Goldendoodles can thus range from mini-sized to about 90 pounds and may have fur that is curly, straight, or somewhere in between. While not official, the family-friendly dog has left paw prints all over the country, ranking in the top five most popular dogs in 37 states. In Idaho and Utah, the goldendoodle is the most popular overall. Maxing out at just 7 pounds, the Yorkshire terrier is the most popular breed among Maryland and Washington D.C. residents. This is not necessarily surprising considering the housing stock of the nation's capital is comprised mostly of apartment units, making the pint-sized pup perfect for metropolitans. The toy breed was bred to chase rats out of mines and mills in 19th-century England, arriving in North America in the 1870s and gaining official recognition by the AKC in 1885. Now, the breed is among the top five most common dogs in 26 states. The breed is a true terrier at heart, known for its feisty yet affectionate nature.' Additional research by Eliza Siegel. Story editing by Carren Jao. Additional editing by Kelly Glass. Copy editing by Tim Bruns. This story originally appeared on Ollie and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. As loyal as they are intelligent, German shepherds are among the favored breeds for guide, military, police, and search and rescue roles. The breed, which first arrived in America in the early 20th century, also enjoys peak popularity in Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Delaware, and Pennsylvania. Athletic in nature, the breed requires lots of exercise, making them well-suited for homes with or near lots of open land. They are also well-adapted to cold temperatures and harsher climates due to their thick double coats of fur. Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly!
COLUMBUS, Ohio -- A fight broke out at midfield after Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 on Saturday as Wolverines players attempted to plant their flag and were met by Buckeyes who confronted them. Police had to use pepper spray to break up the players, who threw punches and shoves in the melee that overshadowed the rivalry game. Ohio State police said in a statement “multiple officers representing Ohio and Michigan deployed pepper spray.” Ohio State police will investigate the fight, according to the statement. After the Ohio State players confronted their bitter rivals at midfield, defensive end Jack Sawyer grabbed the top of the Wolverines' flag and ripped it off the pole as the brawl moved toward the Michigan bench. Eventually, police officers rushed into the ugly scene. Ohio State coach Ryan Day said he understood the actions of his players. “There are some prideful guys on our team who weren't going to sit back and let that happen,” Day said. The two Ohio State players made available after the game brushed off questions about it. Michigan running back Kalel Mullings, who rushed for 116 yards and a touchdown, didn't like how the Buckeyes players involved themselves in the Wolverines' postgame celebration. He called it “classless.” “For such a great game, you hate to see stuff like that after the game," he said in an on-field interview with Fox Sports. “It’s just bad for the sport, bad for college football. But at the end of the day, you know some people got to — they got to learn how to lose, man. ... We had 60 minutes, we had four quarters, to do all that fighting.” Michigan coach Sherrone Moore said everybody needs to do better. “So much emotions on both sides," he said. "Rivalry games get heated, especially this one. It’s the biggest one in the country, so we got to handle that better.” ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-footballMVP race is currently down to two players: Josh Allen and Saquon Barkley
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