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Blinken meets Abbas in the West Bank in the latest stop on his diplomat push on the Israel-Hamas war

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken brought his diplomatic push on the Israel-Hamas war to the occupied West Bank on Sunday, meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas in the Biden administration’s latest bid to ease civilian suffering in the Gaza Strip and begin to sketch out a post-conflict scenario for the territory.On a stop not announced in advance, Blinken traveled to Ramallah in an armored motorcade and under tight security just hours after Israeli planes struck a refugee camp in Gaza, killing at least 40 people and wounding dozens, Gaza’s Health Ministry said. Despite the secrecy and the U.S. State Department’s refusal to confirm the trip until after Blinken had left the West Bank, there were protests against the diplomat’s visit and U.S. support for Israel as word of his arrival leaked.Neither man spoke as they greeted each other in front of cameras and their meeting ended without any public comment.A senior Americ...

Matan a presentador de radio en un ataque en vivo a través de Facebook

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

Un presentador de radio murió baleado este domingo en su emisora del sur de Filipinas, en un llamativo ataque que fue presenciado por la gente que seguía el programa en vivo a través de Facebook.El hombre armado fingió ser un oyente para entrar en la emisora instalada en la vivienda del reportero de noticias Juan Jumalon, en la localidad de Calamba, en la provincia de Misamis Occidental, según la policía. Entonces le disparó dos veces durante un programa matinal en vivo.El agresor se llevó el collar de oro de la víctima antes de huir con otra persona que esperaba fuera de la casa de Jumalon en una motocicleta, según la policía. Había una investigación en marchar para identificar al agresor y establecer si el ataque estaba relacionado con el trabajo del periodista. Matan a tiros a otro periodista en México; ya son 13 los asesinados en lo que va del año Matan a periodista en Afganistán Filipinas está considerado desde hace mucho com...

CB Xavien Howard and LT Terron Armstead active for Dolphins against Chiefs in Germany

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard and left tackle Terron Armstead were active for Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs.Howard missed two games with a groin injury and his return gives Miami a formidable cornerback pairing with Jalen Ramsey on the other side. Howard has 29 interceptions since entering the league in 2016.Armstead was activated off injured reserve on Saturday. He sustained a knee injury in Week 4 against the Buffalo Bills.Miami’s inactives were OL Rob Hunt, S Brandon Jones, WR Robbie Chosen, CB Kelvin Joseph, and QB Skylar Thompson (emergency third QB).Chiefs linebacker Willie Gay (lower back) was active.Kansas City’s inactives were RB Clyde Edwards-Helaire, DE B.J. Thompson, OL Mike Caliendo, DT Neil Farrell, and DE Malik Herring. Edwards-Helaire didn’t make the trip because of an illness.___AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nflSource

DPD: 1 dead, 6 hurt after overnight shooting in Park Hill

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

DENVER, Colo. (KDVR) – The Denver Police Department investigated a shooting at East 33rd Avenue and Hudson Street in the Park Hill neighborhood Sunday morning. Police said they received a call about the shooting at 3:09 a.m.The shooting happened at an after-hours club. There was also evidence that multiple guns were fired in the incident, according to police.Police said one person was pronounced dead, and that there were seven total victims confirmed.Officers were still working to develop suspect information and the crime scene unit arrived on scene around 6:30 a.m. Sunday. No major roads are closed. The investigation was ongoing.Anyone with information was asked to contact the Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.

Denver weather: Nice end to the weekend, changes coming by the middle of the week

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver weather will remain warm and mild to wrap up the weekend with highs in the 70s. Changes are in the forecast though as a front moves into the picture Wednesday which will knock temperatures down and bring a chance of rain and snow. Weather today: Cloudy, warm and mildTemperatures start out in the 40s and 50s this morning before warming into the middle 70s by the afternoon. There will be much more cloud cover today than yesterday, but even with the cloud cover, Denver will be 10-15 degrees above normal for this time of the year.However, temperatures will likely not hit the record of 77 degrees set in 2009, but it will be very close.Denver also could be seeing gusts up to 20 mph. Weather tonight: Mostly cloudy and breezyThe clouds will stick around this evening before pushing eastward by tomorrow morning. Overnight temperatures are sinking down into the upper 30s and lower 40s under mostly cloudy skies. There will be a bit of a breeze too with gusts up to 20 mph....

What happens if I don't rake my leaves?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Too lazy to maintain your lawn this fall? Good news: You may be able to leave your leaves alone.Depending on how luscious you like your lawn, experts say it’s not always necessary to bust out the rake or the leafblower. In fact, some say it may actually be beneficial to leave your leaves alone — with important exceptions.The arguments against raking:“If you have just a few leaves, such as 20 percent of the lawn covered, you can just ignore them,” wrote Diana Alfuth, a former horticulture extension educator with the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in a September blog post.“They will blow around, settle in, and break down on their own,” Alfuth added.Any more than around 20%, however, and the experts agree that some action is needed, though not necessarily raking. Mulching up the leaves with a lawnmower is another option, allowing the shreds to settle between the grass and break down before causing any damage. How woolly bear caterpillars can ‘predict’ the winter Sam Bau...

Pumpkin Spice Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting / Belkys

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

Ingredients:2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon ground ginger¼ teaspoon ground cloves1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup butter, at room temperature¾ cup granulated sugar¾ cup packed light brown sugar1 cup 100% pure pumpkin1 large egg, at room temperature2 teaspoons vanilla extractcream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)Method of Preparation:Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or Silpat baking mats. Set aside.In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the butter and sugars together until creamy and smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, as necessary.Add the pumpkin, egg and vanilla and beat until smooth.Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until just combined. Don’t over-mix.Use a cookie scoop or sp...

Police investigating deadly Worcester shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

Worcester police are investigating an early morning shooting that left a 29-year-old man dead, officials said.Officers responding to a reported shooting on Grand Street around 1 a.m. found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound, according to Worcester police. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His name has not been released.No additional information was immediately available.Anyone with information is asked to call Worcester police at 508-799-8651.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Chicago Bears get a deal done with new defensive end Montez Sweat: a 4-year, $98 million extension

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

Ryan Poles was unflinching in his confidence Montez Sweat would be part of the future of the Chicago Bears, and a new deal for the defensive end materialized quickly.The Bears have finalized a contract extension for the 27-year-old Sweat, ensuring he will be much more than a half-season rental after the team acquired him Tuesday before the NFL trade deadline, sending a 2024 second-round draft pick to the Washington Commanders.Before making his debut for the Bears on Sunday at New Orleans, Sweat will sign a four-year extension worth $98 million with $73 million guaranteed. The annual average of $24.5 million ranks fifth among edge rushers in the NFL, nudging just past the four-year, $96 million contract the Green Bay Packers gave Rashaan Gary. Sweat’s deal runs through the 2027 season.Some criticized the aggressive move because the Bears weren’t guaranteed to keep Sweat even though they would have had the franchise tag at their disposal after the season. But Poles was cer...

Cheering on San Diego Wave FC at the semifinals? What to know before you go

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:54:09 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- San Diego Wave FC will be taking to the pitch at Snapdragon Stadium this weekend for the National Women's Soccer League semifinal playoff match.The club will face off against Seattle's OL Reign on Sunday in pursuit of the team's first NSWL Championship trophy after taking a round-one bye in the playoffs. Kickoff is scheduled for the match at 6:30 p.m. While the game is sure to be packed, tickets are still available starting at $10 on Ticketmaster.It will be an exciting match for San Diego, marking the club's second appearance in the playoffs in as many years. However, this year the Wave is coming into the postseason as the No. 1 seed, earning the NWSL Shield for the best regular-season record.For those headed to Snapdragon Stadium cheer on the Wave, here is a breakdown of things to know before you go. Technicality keeps North County high school football team out of playoffs Getting into Snapdragon StadiumStadium gates will be opened at 4:30 p.m. for the 6:30 p.m. semi...