Israel says military offensive in crowded southern Gaza will be ‘no less strength’ than in the north

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Israel says military offensive in crowded southern Gaza will be ‘no less strength’ than in the north KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Israeli military said Sunday it had expanded its ground operations to every part of Gaza and ordered more evacuations in the crowded south, followed by heavy bombardment, as it vowed that operations there against Hamas would be “no less strength” than its earlier offensive in the north.Palestinians in the Gaza Strip said they were running out of places to go in the sealed-off territory that borders Israel and Egypt. Many of its 2.3 million people are crammed into the south after Israel ordered civilians to leave the north in the early days of the war, which was sparked by the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas and other militants that killed about 1,200 people, mostly civilians, in southern Israel.The United Nations estimates that 1.8 million Gazans have been displaced. Juliette Toma, director of communications at the U.N. agency for Palestinian refugees, said nearly 958,000 of them were in 99 U.N. facilities in the south.Heavy bombardment was reported around ...

Dolphins unveil roller coaster celebration after Tyreek Hill’s first of two long TDs at Commanders

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Dolphins unveil roller coaster celebration after Tyreek Hill’s first of two long TDs at Commanders LANDOVER, Md. (AP) — The Dolphins appeared headed for a wild ride against the Washington Commanders if Miami’s roller coaster celebration to mark Tyreek Hill’s 78-yard touchdown catch Sunday was any indication.Hill quickly moved past rookie defensive back Quan Martin, hauled in a throw from Tua Tagovailoa and sped the rest of the way to score on Miami’s third play on offense as the visitors took a 7-0 lead in the first quarter on a rainy, foggy afternoon.Hill plopped himself down in the end zone, and a handful of teammates sat down in a row behind him. Offensive lineman Robert Hunt “locked” them into their seatbelts, and they then waived their arms overhead to the left and right, pantomiming a trip on a ride at an amusement park.In the second quarter, Hill hauled in a 60-yard TD — beating cornerback Kendall Fuller, this time — to put Miami ahead 24-7. This one was not followed by a choreographed celebration in the end zone with teammates.Hill’s statistics to ...

Israeli military says it has expanded ground operation to every part of the Gaza Strip

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Israeli military says it has expanded ground operation to every part of the Gaza Strip JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli military says it has expanded ground operation to every part of the Gaza Strip.Source

Portavoz: EEUU no sabía de los planes de Hamas de atacar Israel

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Portavoz: EEUU no sabía de los planes de Hamas de atacar Israel WASHINGTON DC – Estados Unidos no estaba al tanto del plan del grupo islamista Hamas de cometer un ataque contra Israel, según dijo este domingo el portavoz del Consejo de Seguridad Nacional de la Casa Blanca, John Kirby.Las declaraciones del funcionario se dan luego de que el diario The New York Times informara esta semana que las autoridades israelíes tuvieron acceso a un documento de 40 páginas que detallaba un plan como el que el brazo armado de Hamás llevó a cabo el pasado 7 de octubre, que dejó 1,200 muertos en Israel.“La comunidad de inteligencia ha indicado que no tuvo acceso a este documento”, señaló este domingo Kirby en una entrevista que concedió a la cadena NBC News. Buque de guerra de EEUU y otros barcos comerciales son atacados en el Mar Rojo Bomba mata a cuatro personas y deja a docenas heridas en universidad de Filipinas Preguntado si es que Estados Unidos tenía que haber estado al tanto de estos...

Over $50,000 in toys given out at Santa in the Park in Aurora

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Over $50,000 in toys given out at Santa in the Park in Aurora DENVER (KDVR) -- An estimated 2,000 people attended the fourth-annual Santa in the Park in Aurora, according to the Aurora Police Department.The event happened Saturday afternoon at Spencer Garret Park and included several holiday festivities, including a visit from Santa Claus. Neighbors near Denver migrant encampment worry for families with children APD shouted out the partners of the event:Amigos De MexicoWholly KicksWeeCycleChildren's Hospital ColoradoSECOR CaresCity of Aurora Office of International and Immigrant AffairsAurora Community ConnectionSTRIDE Community HealthOver 200 gifts and 1,100 pairs of shoes were given away, as well as more than $50,000 in children's toys.Baby supplies and free bus passes were also given away, and there were free haircuts provided at the event.

Patriots QB change does nothing to fix offense in 6-0 loss to Chargers

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Patriots QB change does nothing to fix offense in 6-0 loss to Chargers FOXBORO — A quarterback change did nothing to fix the Patriots’ anemic offense in Sunday’s 6-0 loss to the Chargers.Bailey Zappe replaced Mac Jones as the Patriots’ starting quarterback in an expected move, but the Pats were shut out for the second time this season in an offensive performance that was difficult to watch.Zappe, who was 2-0 as a starter as a rookie in 2022, finally was given his first start of the season after Jones was benched during four separate games this year. Jones was benched when the score was out of hand in consecutive losses in Weeks 4 and 5 to the Cowboys and Saints. After a better stretch of play, he was again benched in consecutive weeks against the Colts and Giants while those games were still competitive due to turnovers.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson leaves game with right leg injury New England Patriots | Patriots to dress three QBs vs. Chargers; Deatrich Wise inactive with illness ...

Ticker: Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines; Pfizer nixes study of obesity pill treatment

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

Ticker: Alaska Air to buy Hawaiian Airlines; Pfizer nixes study of obesity pill treatment Alaska Air Group said Sunday it agreed to buy Hawaiian Airlines in a $1.9 billion deal including debt.The combined company would keep both airlines’ brands, which call the 49th and 50th states their homes. Alaska will pay $18 in cash for each share of Hawaiian, whose stock closed Friday at $4.86. The deal also includes $900 million in Hawaiian debt, which the airlines said brings the acquisition’s total value to $1.9 billion.The deal still needs approval from the boards of both companies, as well as from the shareholders of Hawaiian Holdings. It will also need the blessing of U.S. regulators, which have shown resistance to more consolidation within the airline industry out of fear it could lead to higher fares.The companies expect the deal to close in 12 to 18 months.Pfizer nixes study of obesity pill treatmentPfizer said it would abandon a twice-daily obesity treatment after more than half the patients in a clinical trial stopped taking it.The pharmaceutical company sai...

No more touring, Kiss goes virtual

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

No more touring, Kiss goes virtual On Saturday night, Kiss closed out the final performance of their “The End of the Road” farewell tour at New York City’s famed Madison Square Garden.But as dedicated fans surely know — they were never going to call it quits. Not really.During their encore, the band’s current lineup — founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons as well as guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer — left the stage to reveal digital avatars of themselves. After the transformation, the virtual Kiss launched into a performance of “God Gave Rock and Roll to You.”The cutting-edge technology was used to tease a new chapter of the rock band: after 50 years of Kiss, the band is now interested in a kind of digital immortality.The avatars were created by George Lucas’ special-effects company, Industrial Light & Magic, in partnership with Pophouse Entertainment Group, the latter of which was co-founded by ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus. The two companies recently teamed ...

What’s new on Netflix in December 2023?

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

What’s new on Netflix in December 2023? (KSWB) -- With colder weather comes an increased desire to cozy up at home with popcorn and a movie.There's good news for those looking to watch modern flicks or those eager to delve into a television series: Netflix is releasing a new wave of streaming content this month. From holiday-themed baking shows to documentaries and additional seasons of some series favorites, here's a look at "Netflix and chill" options for the start of the winter season: VIDEO: What San Diego looks like from the International Space Station Available Dec. 1"May December" – Netflix Film"Sweet Home" Season 2 – Netflix Series"Basketball Wives" Seasons 3-4"Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice""Big Brother" Seasons 6 and 17"Birds of Prey" (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)"Black Swan""Blockers""Boyz n the Hood""Burlesque""College Hill: Celebrity Edition" Season 1"Holey Moley" Seasons 1-2"Insidious""L.A. Confidential""Man of Steel""The Meg""Neighbors""Real Husbands of Hollywood: More Kevin, ...

‘They’re functioning:’ Toronto scientist’s relatives released from Hamas captivity

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:34:38 GMT

‘They’re functioning:’ Toronto scientist’s relatives released from Hamas captivity TORONTO — Ten-year-old Ofri Brodutch had barely been released from weeks of captivity by Hamas in the Gaza Strip before she began talking about her next trip to Canada. But her uncle, Israeli-born, Toronto-based scientist Aharon Brodutch, says her excitement at the prospect of another summer spent visiting her Canadian cousins contrasts sharply with the rest of her current physical and mental state. Ofri, her two younger brothers and their mother all bear visible signs of the ordeal they faced since they were taken hostage by Hamas on Oct. 7 as part of a brutal incursion that killed roughly 1,200 Israelis and touched off a war that has now raged for nearly two months. Israel’s retaliatory attacks in the Gaza Strip have killed more than 15,500 people, according to local health authorities, which do not distinguish between civilian and combatant deaths. The four members of the Brodutch family were among roughly 100 hostages released last week during a seven-day truce that saw so...