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Protesters will demonstrate against world leaders, Israel-Hamas war as APEC comes to San Francisco

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Activists protesting corporate profits, environmental abuses, poor working conditions and the Israel-Hamas war are among those planning to march in downtown San Francisco on Sunday, united in their opposition to a global trade summit that will draw President Joe Biden and leaders from nearly two dozen countries. Protests are expected throughout this week’s Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leaders’ conference, which could draw more than 20,000 attendees, including hundreds of international journalists. The No to APEC coalition, made up of more than 100 grassroots groups, says trade deals struck at summits such as APEC exploit workers and their families. It’s unlikely world leaders will even glimpse the protests given the strict security zones accessible only to attendees at the Moscone Center conference hall and other summit sites. But Suzanne Ali, an organizer for the Palestinian Youth Movement, says the U.S. government needs to be held to account f...

Heavy fighting rages near main Gaza hospital and people trapped inside say they cannot flee

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli ground forces on Sunday battled Hamas militants near Gaza’s largest hospital, where health officials said thousands of staff, patients and displaced people remain trapped with no electricity, dwindling supplies and some gunfire coming inside.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected growing international calls for a cease-fire unless it includes the release of all the nearly 240 hostages captured by Hamas in the Oct. 7 rampage that triggered the war, saying Israel was bringing its “full force” with the aim of ending Hamas’ 16-year rule in Gaza.Residents reported heavy airstrikes and shelling, including around Shifa Hospital. Israel, without providing evidence, has accused Hamas of concealing a command post inside and under the hospital compound, allegations denied by Hamas and hospital staff.“We spent the night in panic waiting for their arrival,” said Ahmed al-Boursh, a resident taking shelter in the hospital. “They are outside, not...

Cat lovers, rejoice: Cat Fest going on in Denver

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Even if most cats hate the spotlight — that doesn't mean people can't appreciate them from time to time. Cat Fest Colorado -- which was created to celebrate all things "cat" -- is returning to Denver on Sunday, Nov. 12 at the National Western Expo Hall. The event was schedule for 10 a.m. through 5 p.m.According to the organization, there were over a dozen cat adoption booths at the event, as well as a cat show and breed meet-and-greet by the International Cat Association.Cats were welcomed at the event, but organizers said it may be a good idea to leave them at home unless they're fans of large crowds and outings. How many cats and dogs can you have in Denver? However, that didn't mean that there weren't activities for cat owners: According to organizers, there was a toy creation station, The event also featured several celebrity guests, such as Nathan the Catlady, an actor and popular online influencer who is originally from Colorado.Tickets were sold at the door...

Mac Jones benched again for Bailey Zappe in 10-6 loss to Colts in Germany

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

FRANKFURT, Germany — Mac Jones arrived in a new country with a playful, jovial attitude. He might be leaving Germany without his starting job guaranteed.Jones threw one of his worst interceptions of the season while trailing 10-6 with the ball inside the red zone on the Colts’ 15-yard line. His pass to tight end Mike Gesicki was embarrassingly short of the intended target and caught by a falling Colts safety Julian Blackmon for the pick.The Colts drained nearly two-and-a-half minutes off of the clock before punting back to the Patriots, who inserted Bailey Zappe at quarterback. It was the first time Jones was benched this season without the game out of hand.Zappe entered the game and went 26 yards on seven plays before tossing his own game-clinching interception. The Colts kneeled on the ball for the 10-6 win.The Patriots are left without an obvious starter at quarterback over the final seven games of the season.The Patriots’ offense looked jet-lagged after traversing the Atla...

76ers’ Kelly Oubre Jr. has a broken rib after being struck by a vehicle

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. broke a rib when he was struck by a vehicle Saturday, the team said.The 27-year-old Oubre was taken to a hospital in stable condition after being hit. He was released a few hours later.The team officially ruled Oubre out for a game Sunday night and said in a statement he would be re-evaluated in about one week.The Sixers said Oubre was walking near his home in downtown Philadelphia when he was struck.Philadelphia police said in an email to The Associated Press that Oubre was struck at about 7 p.m. while crossing the road at Broad and Locust streets in Center City, and that he was taken to Jefferson hospital. They said officers are investigating.Police told 6ABC in Philadelphia that a silver vehicle is believed to have fled the scene.Oubre is in his first season with the 76ers and has averaged 16.8 points in the first eight games. He was the 15th overall pick of the 2015 draft and has played with four other teams.The 76ers ...

Montreal Jewish school hit by gunshots for second time in three days, police say

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

Montreal politicians are condemning what seems to be the latest violent event in the city in connection with the war between Israel and Hamas.Mayor Valérie Plante says police are investigating after a Jewish school was hit by gunshots, one of two schools that were also targetted in overnight shootings just three days ago.The incident at the Yeshiva Gedola school appears to be the latest in a string of hateful acts in the city, with Montreal police investigating two firebombings earlier this week that caused minor damage to a synagogue and an office belonging to Jewish advocacy group Federation CJA.Plante called the latest event odious and says the city will not accept such violence, while MP Marc Miller, who represents a downtown Montreal riding, deemed the shooting cowardly.Police say emergency services received several calls at around 5 a.m. after gunshots were heard in the Côte-des-Neiges neighborhood.Michael Mostyn, who heads advocacy group B’nai Brith Canada, says the inc...

Algerian president names a new prime minister ahead of elections next year

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

ALGIERS, Algeria (AP) — Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Saturday dismissed the country’s prime minister and replaced him with the head of his cabinet as the country struggles with inflation and next year’s national elections approach.The state news agency said in a statement Saturday that, after more than two years in office, Aimene Benabderahmne would be replaced with 73-year-old lawyer Mohamed Labaoui, a Tebboune ally who has headed the president’s cabinet since March.Benabderahmne’s sacking comes three years into Tebboune’s tenure and is the latest upheaval to shape North African politics. In August, Tunisia’s president dismissed his prime minister, while the head of Algeria’s powerful state-run oil company and eight of his vice presidents were dismissed several weeks ago. For Tebboune, the changing of the guard takes place at a time of economic anxiety and ahead of next year’s presidential elections. In December 2024, Te...

GOP hopeful Chris Christie visits Israel, says the US must show solidarity in war against Hamas

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

KFAR AZZA, Israel (AP) — Republican presidential hopeful Chris Christie on Sunday visited Israel, expressing solidarity in Israel’s war against Hamas and saying the U.S. must stand “shoulder to shoulder” with its close ally.Christie toured a kibbutz that was ravaged in the Oct. 7 rampage by Hamas militants that triggered the war and was meeting Israeli leaders during his one-day visit. The former New Jersey governor is the first candidate for the 2024 Republican nomination to visit Israel.“I came here because I wanted to see this for myself,” Christie said during a tour of Kfar Azza, one of more than 20 towns and villages attacked by Hamas militants on Oct. 7. Israel says over 1,200 people were killed and 239 others are being held hostage in Gaza.“To be able to walk through a neighborhood like this and see what was done to the people, to still be able to walk into one of these homes and smell the death still, a month later, is something that I think the American people n...

Cantaloupe distributed in at least 10 states recalled over possible salmonella contamination

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

(NEXSTAR) -- Cantaloupes distributed in at least 10 states are being recalled over potential salmonella contamination. In an alert last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Sofia Produce is recalling cantaloupes with 'Malichita' labels that were sold between Oct. 16-23. This recall was issued after the Canadian Food Inspection Agency announced a similar cantaloupe recall, the FDA said. The recalled cantaloupes were distributed in Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin but may have been sold at markets outside of those states, the FDA warns. Pet food recall grows: Babies sickened by salmonella in tainted kibble, officials say Impacted melons will have a sticker that reads 'Malichita,' like the one pictured below:Recalled cantaloupe will have a sticker like the one seen here. (FDA)If you have a cantaloupe with this sticker, officials advise against eating it. Instead, throw it away or return it to the sto...

Keeping yourself safe: Experts offer tips to avoid carjackings, minimize harm

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:52:05 GMT

CHICAGO (WGN) — New FBI data shows that carjackings were one of the crimes that rose substantially from 2021 to 2022, jumping 8.1%. While the victims involved in some incidents weren't hurt, others found themselves violently attacked.While avoiding a car theft may not always be possible, crime experts say there are some steps that can be taken to avoid serious injury and minimize the impact of a crime. Read More: Tips from crime experts on how to avoid robberies, minimize harm George McDade, the chairman at Cook County Crime Stoppers and retired Chief of Detectives for the Chicago Police Department Eugene Roy, shared tips about how to avoid a carjacking and any injuries or ongoing issues that may come as a result. (Getty Images)Car theftsSome cities, like Chicago, have seen an outsized spike in car thefts. According to Chicago Police Dept. statistics, car thefts across the city have increased by 68% since last year and 200% since 2021.Crime experts say there are several reaso...