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Constellation Brands: Fiscal Q1 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

VICTOR, N.Y. (AP) — VICTOR, N.Y. (AP) — Constellation Brands Inc. (STZ) on Friday reported fiscal first-quarter net income of $135.9 million.On a per-share basis, the Victor, New York-based company said it had profit of 74 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, were $2.91 per share.The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of eight analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of $2.83 per share.The wine, liquor and beer company posted revenue of $2.7 billion in the period. Its adjusted revenue was $2.51 billion, which also beat Street forecasts. Seven analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $2.48 billion.Constellation Brands expects full-year earnings to be $9.35 to $9.65 per share._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on STZ at https://www.zacks.com/ap/STZSource

Preocupante alerta: las mortales olas de calor no pararán, serán más frecuentes y duraderas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

Las olas de calor como la que envolvió partes del sur y el medio oeste de Estados Unidos y que ha dejado a más de una docena de personas muertas son cada vez más comunes, y los expertos dicen que los fenómenos meteorológicos extremos, que cobran más vidas que los huracanes y los tornados, seguirán probable aumento en el futuro.Un domo de calor presionó la red eléctrica de Texas y mató a 13 personas allí y otra en Luisiana empujó hacia el este el jueves y se esperaba que se centrara en el medio sur para el fin de semana. Se pronosticaron niveles de índice de calor de hasta 112 grados Farenheit (44 grados Celsius) en partes de Florida durante los próximos días.Once de las muertes relacionadas con el calor en Texas ocurrieron en el condado de Webb, que incluye a Laredo. Los muertos tenían entre 60 y 80 años de edad y muchos tenían otras condiciones de salud, según el médico forense del condado. Las otras dos muertes fueron residentes de Florida que murieron mientras caminaban bajo un c...

ANÁLISIS | LLos conservadores están en racha en su intento de rehacer Estados Unidos a través de los tribunales

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

(CNN) — Los conservadores de Estados Unidos, a pesar de su limitado poder electo federal, acumularon otra importante victoria en la gran batalla política de principios del siglo XXI.La eliminación de la acción afirmativa en las admisiones universitarias por parte de la Corte Suprema de Justicia este jueves derribó otro pilar de la infraestructura social liberal de Estados Unidos. Los demócratas han tenido sus éxitos en los últimos 20 años, incluso a principios de este mes con decisiones que ordenaron volver a dibujar el mapa del Congreso de Alabama y rechazaron una teoría de la ley electoral respaldada por Trump, pero a menudo parece que los conservadores tienen la fuerza.Los republicanos solo controlan una cámara del Congreso, y por poco, mientras que los demócratas controlan la Casa Blanca y el Senado. Y, sin embargo, el fallo de este jueves debilitó aún más un principio central de la política demócrata que une a los presidentes del partido desde Franklin Roosevelt: que el G...

Iga Swiatek withdraws from Bad Homburg Open with fever and possible food poisoning

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

BAD HOMBURG, Germany (AP) — Top-ranked Iga Swiatek withdrew from the Bad Homburg Open on Friday with a fever and possible food poisoning, three days before the start of Wimbledon.Swiatek was scheduled to play in her first career grass-court semifinal match on Friday against Lucia Bronzetti, who gets a walkover to Saturday’s final.“I’m so sorry but I have to pull out of my match today. I had a restless night because of some fever and possible food poisoning,” Swiatek said in a statement on Instagram. “I’m not able to perform today and I need to take care of myself. I hope I’ll be fine soon. Your support in Bad Homburg was amazing, thank you. It was a pleasure to play here. And I hope I will be back.”Swiatek, the French Open and U.S. Open champion, had been upbeat this week about adapting to play on grass, historically the surface which had brought her the least success. Following her French Open victory, Swiatek was on a 10-match win streak after beating Anna Blinkova in the Ba...

Lyon out for rest of 2nd Ashes test with ‘significant’ calf strain

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

LONDON (AP) — Australia spinner Nathan Lyon will miss the rest of the second Ashes test against England at Lord’s after straining his right calf.Lyon was hurt while running to the ball after tea on Thursday. He took England’s first wicket.Cricket Australia called the strain “significant” in a statement on Friday during play on the third day. The statement didn’t say how long he will be out for.“He will require a period of rehabilitation after this match is concluded,” it said. “A decision regarding his availability for the remainder of the series will be made at the conclusion of the game.”Lyon arrived at Lord’s on crutches on Friday, and on the field he received a consoling pat from England captain Ben Stokes after the Australia team huddle before play began.Lyon’s injury leaves Australia down to three specialist bowlers, all quicks, plus allrounder Cameron Green. The spin options are specialist batters Travis Head, Steve Smith and Marnus L...

Officials remind community of firework safety tips ahead of 4th of July celebrations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

Independence Day is on Tuesday and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), along with several fire departments across Miami-Dade and Broward counties shared tips to have a safe and happy holiday. A fleet of law enforcement agents from the U.S. Coast Guard, Miami-Dade Police Department, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and FWC will be set to enforce the laws at sea, as the holiday celebration unfolds. According to FWC, 735 boating incidents were reported in the state last year. Monroe County and Miami-Dade County topped the list with more than 180 incidents between the two counties. Officials said alcohol was the leading factor, along with an absence of life vests on boaters. Fire departments reminded the community that although fireworks can be beautiful to marvel at, they can also be extremely dangerous. Even small sparklers can reach temperatures of up to 2,00 degrees Fahrenheit, said MDFR Chief of Staff Erika Benitez. “It can cause serious burns,” she ...

Opa-locka police investigating after victim found shot in vehicle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

Opa-locka police are investigating after a person was found deceased inside a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. Police have established a perimeter in the area of 1040 Caliph Street as they continue to investigate. The victim was found on the driver’s side of a grey SUV. If you have any information on this crime, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000

Man arrested at Orlando International Airport for assault on staff and attempted murder of police officer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla. (WSVN) – Flight frustration reached a boiling point at Orlando International Airport on Tuesday as a 41-year-old man, allegedly engaged in a violent altercation.According to witnesses, Edward Hariston became increasingly aggressive at the Spirit Airlines ticket counter.Hariston is accused of grabbing a nearby computer keyboard after becoming aggressive with staff. Airport staff promptly called for authorities, who responded to the scene.Upon the arrival of law enforcement, Hariston allegedly escalated the situation further by placing one officer in a chokehold, causing the officer to nearly lose consciousness. The intense struggle that ensued was eventually brought under control, as additional officers restrained Hariston. A video captured the moment he was detained. A woman in the video is seen in distress. Hariston was taken into custody and is currently being held at the Orange County Jail. He now faces a litany of charges, including a charge of attempted mur...

Broward County initiates mosquito spraying following Florida Department of Health’s malaria advisory

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

In response to the Florida Department of Health’s statewide advisory on mosquito-borne illnesses, Broward County initiated a comprehensive mosquito control program to combat the recent spread of malaria. This marks the first time in two decades that local transmission of malaria has occurred within the United States.The development came to light after four individuals in Florida, who contracted the illness, were identified along the Gulf Coast region south of Tampa. The affected residents, all residing in Sarasota County, have undergone prompt medical treatment and have successfully recovered, according to the official statement from the state’s Department of Health.Malaria, a parasitic infection transmitted through bites from Anopheles mosquitoes, presents symptoms such as fever, chills, sweats, nausea and vomiting, as well as severe headaches. It is important to note that malaria cannot be spread from person to person.Taking preventive action, Broward County’s mo...

Australian teenager Arisa Trew, 13, becomes first female in skateboarding history to land 720 trick

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 12:39:40 GMT

(CNN) — Australian teenager Arisa Trew has become the first female to land a 720 – a skateboarding trick involving two full rotations while in the air – as she competed in the Tony Hawk Vert Alert event on Saturday.In 1985, legendary skateboarder Hawk became the first to complete the trick but since then no female has joined him in achieving the feat – until now.Hawk was present at the competition in Salt Lake City, Utah, and said on Instagram that the 13-year-old Trew, “brought the house down.”“I can’t believe I landed my first 720!!! And to be the first girl in the world to land a 7 in competition,” an ecstatic Trew said on Instagram, before thanking those who helped her achieve this accomplishment.Her coach Trevor Ward also took to Instagram to talk about the process of the teen making history and the battle between 16-year-old Lilly Stoephasius and Trew to land the trick.“What an amazing scenario. The 2 best vert skaters going head-to-head to land the 720 in front of the invento...