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Hamas says it is holding dozens of Israeli soldiers captured in surprise incursion

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

By JOSEF FEDERMAN and ISSAM ADWAN (Associated Press)JERUSALEM (AP) — The Hamas militant group says it is holding “dozens” of Israeli soldiers captive in the Gaza Strip.Abu Obeida, spokesman for the group’s military wing, said the soldiers, including some officers, were captured during a surprise infiltration into southern Israel on Saturday.He said the captives were being held in “safe places” and militant tunnels.If true, the claim could set the stage for complicated negotiations on a prisoner swap with Israel, which is holding thousands of Palestinians in its prisons.Israel in the past has agreed to lopsided exchanges in order to bring captive soldiers home.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.JERUSALEM (AP) — Hamas militants fired thousands of rockets and sent dozens of fighters into Israeli towns near the Gaza Strip in an unprecedented surprise early morning attack during a major Jewish holiday Sa...

Alaska Airlines adds new nonstop service from San Diego International Airport

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Alaska Airlines announced Friday it will offer a new daily nonstop flight from San Diego International Airport (SAN).Starting May 16, 2024, travelers headed out of America's Finest City can hop a nonstop flight to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ALT) in Atlanta, Georgia. This is also true for those headed west after departing from the Peach State. San Diego gets record ranking as top big city destination for travelers “We appreciate Alaska Airlines’ new options to destinations across the country,” said Kimberly Becker, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority President and CEO. “This new nonstop service to Atlanta offers Southern Californians direct access to Georgia’s capital and key economic center, while providing easy access for Georgians to the warmth and beauty of San Diego."Alaska Airlines joins three other carriers that provide nonstop service to Atlanta, including Delta Airlines, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines. Free ‘Dump Day’...

Man stabbed in the face in College Area; suspect at large

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A man was attacked by an armed suspect in the College East neighborhood Saturday, authorities said.According to the San Diego Police Department, the 28-year-old victim was standing outside his apartment talking on the phone shortly after midnight prior to the incident. His resident was located on the 6500 block of Montezuma Road. VIDEO: Boat carrying at least eight washes ashore in Carlsbad Police say he saw another man acting strange and swinging his arms around in the air. The man reportedly ran up to the victim without saying a word and stabbed him in the face with a knife.The suspect then ran away in an unknown direction, SDPD explained. He's described as a white man with long hair, no shirt, and dark pants. Local dentist, ex-office manager plead guilty to Medicare fraud The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.San Diego Police Eastern Division Detectives are investigating the stabbing. Anyone with information related to ...

5 things to know about the Hamas militant group’s unprecedented attack on Israel

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

JERUSALEM (AP) — Without warning on Saturday, Gaza’s militant Hamas rulers attacked Israel by air, land and sea. Millions of Israelis in the country’s south awoke to the searing sound of incoming rockets and the inevitable thud of impact. Air raid sirens wailed as far north as Tel Aviv. Israel’s anti-rocket interceptors thundered in Jerusalem. And in an unprecedented escalation, armed Hamas fighters blew up parts of Israel’s highly fortified separation fence and strode into Israeli communities along the Gaza frontier, terrorizing residents and trading fire with Israeli soldiers. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right allies were scrambling to respond to the rapidly changing events. Within just nine hours, some 40 Israelis and nearly 200 Palestinians were confirmed dead, with the numbers expected to rise.Here are some key takeaways from the multi-pronged attack that has suddenly plunged Israel into war.ISRAEL CAUGHT UNAWARE The shock that ...

An Egyptian appeals court upholds a 6-month sentence against a fierce government critic

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

CAIRO (AP) — An Egyptian appeals court on Saturday upheld a six-month prison sentence for a fierce government critic who was convicted of defamation last month in a case that stemmed from an online spat.Hisham Kassem, who is a leading official with the Free Current, a coalition of mostly liberal parties, was convicted of insulting and defaming Kamal Abu Eita, a former labor minister and opposition figure. He was also convicted of verbally assaulting a police officer.Kassem was sentenced last month to six months in prison and fined 20,000 Egyptian pounds (around $647), according to Hossam Bahgat, head of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights, which represents Kassem before the court.He appealed the sentence at the court of appeals which confirmed the verdict on Saturday, Bahgat said.Kassem, who for decades ran a series of news outlets that helped keep alive pockets of independent free press in Egypt, was arrested in August after prosecutors questioned him about accusations leve...

Atkins calls Schneider’s decision to pull Berrios ‘courageous’, says manager will be back in 2024

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

Toronto Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins says manager John Schneider made the decision to pull starting pitcher Jose Berrios in Toronto’s playoff-ending loss to the Minnesota Twins.Berrios was taken out of the scoreless game after a leadoff walk in the fourth inning. The right-hander had thrown only 47 pitches and had struck out five batters before being replaced by lefty Yusei Kikuchi.The Twins went on to win the game 2-0, eliminating the Jays from the American League wild-card series in two straight games.During a season-ending address at Rogers Centre on Saturday, Atkins admitted that he was surprised by the move and threw cold water on a theory that the decision was influenced by the Jays’ front office.The Blue Jays’ general manager praised Schneider’s decision to pull Berrios as “courageous” and stated that it was not the reason Toronto lost the game.Atkins also confirmed that Schneider will return to manage the team in 2024 but that cha...

Rioter who attacked Capitol with tomahawk and threw makeshift weapons at police gets 7 years in prison

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Texas man who attacked the U.S. Capitol with a metal tomahawk — and is now the face of a website selling merchandise portraying jailed rioters as “political prisoners” — was sentenced Friday to seven years behind bars.Shane Jenkins, 46, tried to smash a Capitol window with his tomahawk during the Jan. 6, 2021, siege. He also repeatedly threw makeshift weapons at police officers, hurling a desk drawer, a flagpole, a metal walking stick and a wooden pole with a spear-like point. Cohen on Trump fraud trial: ‘There’s no way for him to escape this’ A website touts Jenkins as the founder of a group that seeks to “shed light on the January 6th defendants and the treatment they have faced from the government.” The website sells T-shirts, hoodies, hats, tote bags and other merchandise with Jan. 6-themed slogans, including “Free the J6 political prisoners” and “Want my vote? Help the J6ers.” Another shirt for sale features former President Donald Trump's mugshot over the...

Invasive stink bugs are back: What to do about them

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — While you may be enjoying some of the best features of fall — the changing leaves, pumpkin-spiced everything, cooler temperatures — you may also be dealing with an unwelcomed guest. The brown marmorated stink bug. Aptly named, the invasive stink bug has already been found in much of the U.S., and is now trying to find its way into homes nationwide before winter sets in. It has been here since first being discovered in Pennsylvania — much like another invasive species officials are asking people to kill — in the mid-1990s, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. As of 2021, the stink bug had been reported in every state but Alaska, South Dakota, and Wyoming.  Smelly, invasive stink bugs could get worse, study suggests Despite its wide reach, the bug has more severely impacted states along the east and west coasts, as well as into the Midwest. Central states, stretching from Montana and North Dakota south to New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana have ...

How much does it cost to tint car windows?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

(iSeeCars) -- Tinted windows aren’t just for aesthetics. They serve several functions that include blocking dangerous UV rays to protect passengers and reduce wear on the car’s interior materials, adding increased privacy, and keeping a car cool. What’s more is that the tinting film can act in the same manner as safety glass, keeping the window from spraying shards everywhere in the event of an accident. There are many types of window tint available, and with varying material types, the cost can vary widely. If any of the above benefits of window tinting have piqued your interest, here’s a look at what it costs to tint your car’s windows and what options are available.What is Car Window Tinting?Car window tinting is the procedure that adds a tinted transparent film or coating to the inside of a car’s windows. The thickness of the window tint and the material varies. If a window tint is too dark, it can hinder visibility, particularly at night. That’s why each state has different law...

Round Rock police look for missing shooting victim; suspect in custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 20:36:28 GMT

ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — Round Rock police are asking for help finding an aggravated assault victim whose car was found Friday. Police are looking for Cedar Park resident Shawn Joseph, 30, whose whereabouts are unknown, RRPD said. His car was found Friday in the Walmart parking lot on East Palm Valley Boulevard in Round Rock, according to RRPD. Officers found the car in response to a suspicious vehicle call and confirmed the car belonged to Joseph. RRPD said investigators believe Joseph was shot Thursday evening in the parking lot and taken from the scene by a suspect. Police said the suspect, 31-year-old Royce Loggins, was arrested and charged with aggravated assault in connection to the shooting of Joseph. Loggins is in the North Richland Hills Detention Center until he is extradited to Williamson County.RRPD said the suspect and victim knew each other, and this was an isolated incident. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Todd Spradlin at 512-671-2853.