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Pope Francis meets with relatives of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

Associated Press (AP) — Pope Francis met separately Wednesday with relatives of Israeli hostages in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners in Israel and begged for peace and an end to what he called terrorism and “the passions that are killing everyone.”Francis spoke about the suffering of both Israelis and Palestinians after his meetings, which were arranged before the Israeli-Hamas hostage deal and a temporary halt in fighting was announced. Francis didn’t refer to the deal, which marked the biggest diplomatic breakthrough since the war erupted following Hamas’ Oct. 7 raid into southern Israel.Francis said he met at the Vatican with relatives of some of the more than 200 hostages held in Gaza, and separately with a delegation of Palestinians with relatives who are prisoners in Israel. In the VIP seats of St. Peter’s Square were people holding Palestinian flags and scarves as well as small posters showing apparent bodies in a ditch and the word “Genocide” written undernea...

UAlbany men's basketball tops Army in Glens Falls thriller

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

GLENS FALLS, NY (NEWS10) -- The University at Albany men's basketball team edged out the Army Black Nights from Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls on Tuesday night, winning by a score of 62-59. The game was the final of the Doc Sauers Classic, honoring the winningest coach in UAlbany history. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Coach Dwayne Killings"I think we are learning how to win. We pulled out a really good victory. It was great to have a crowd. It was big for Jonathan [Beagle] to come up here and play in front of his friends and family… I'll take the win, it makes Thanksgiving a lot better."Key Stat LinesSebastian Thomas led the way with 17 points, including the game-winner. He also led the team in assists (3) and minutes (39(.Amar'e Marshall followed with 16 points. He finished 6-12 from the field and was a perfect 3-3 on free throws.Aaron Reddish also dropped 16 in the game, leading the team with three three-...

European Hydrogen Week 2023 kicks off in Brussels

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

The biggest annual event dedicated to hydrogen in Europe began in Brussels on 20 November, co-organized by the Commission. The European Hydrogen Week 2023 features a four-day high-level policy conference and forum which will bring together policymakers and hydrogen stakeholders to discuss the latest developments, challenges and opportunities in the sector. This afternoon, the event will launch with a video message from President von der Leyen and a keynote speech by Executive Vice-President Maroš Šefčovič on the role of hydrogen and the global challenges ahead, in particular the need to preserve the EU industry's competitiveness.  Commissioner Thierry Breton (pictured) attended the seventh Hydrogen Forum of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance. The Forum takes stock of the progress achieved so far by the Clean Hydrogen Alliance and underlines the actions that are still necessary to scale up hydrogen production capacity across the supply chain to achieve our 2030 hydrogen ambition, i...

Kazakhstan’s tribute to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

In 1948, the Universal Declaration of Human Rights emerged as a beacon of hope amidst the ruins of a world torn by war. As we mark its 75th anniversary this year, we not only celebrate this landmark in history but also pause to reflect on the progress made in the decades since. what was, without a doubt, the most significant milestone in the history of human rights, writes Kazakhstan's Human Rights Commissioner Artur Lastayev.The emergence of the UDHR, undeniably a watershed moment in international law and multilateralism, continues to inspire and guide us, today, in confronting the dynamic challenges to human dignity and equality around the world.As we honor this milestone, it is, thus, crucial to recognize that the UDHR remains a living instrument – empowering people globally to strive for freedom, equality and dignity. It continues to prove, time and time again, a north star in our collective quest for a fairer, more just world.The relationship between the European Union (EU) and...

Horoscopes Nov. 22, 2023: Scarlett Johansson, get rid of what doesn’t matter

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Scarlett Johansson, 39; Mark Ruffalo, 56; Jamie Lee Curtis, 65; Steve Van Zandt, 73.Happy Birthday: Show confidence in all that you pursue this year; you’ll make headway. Your insight, creativity and desire to bring about positive change will unfold if you take the initiative. Believe in yourself and refuse to let outside influences come between you and your plans. Get rid of what doesn’t matter to you anymore, and you’ll have more time and energy to target your goal. Your numbers are 6, 14, 17, 29, 33, 35, 42.ARIES (March 21-April 19): Learning from your mistakes and observing others will help you figure out how to get ahead. An investment opportunity will change how you make or handle your money. An honest assessment of a situation will be necessary. Get expert advice if warranted. 3 starsTAURUS (April 20-May 20): Don’t let anyone interfere with your plans or cause you to miss an opportunity to network. Take advantage of someon...

Word Game: Nov. 22, 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

TODAY’S WORD — ADHERES (ADHERES: ad-HEERS: Holds fast to.)Average mark 30 wordsTime limit 40 minutesCan you find 37 or more words in ADHERES? The list will be published tomorrow.YESTERDAY’S WORD — BATISTE bait base baste bate beast beat best beta betta bias bistate bite bitt abet taste teat test testa sate seat site stab stat state stet eastTo purchase the Word Game book, visit WordGameBooks.com. Order it now for just $5 while supplies last!RULES OF THE GAME:1. Words must be of four or more letters.2. Words that acquire four letters by the addition of “s,” such as “bats” or “dies,” are not allowed.3. Additional words made by adding a “d” or an “s” may not be used. For example, if “bake” is used, “baked” or “bakes” are not allowed, but “bake” and “baking” are admissible.4. Proper nouns, slang words, or vulgar or sexually explicit words are not allowed.Contact Word Game creator Kathleen Saxe at [email protected].

Bridge: Nov. 22, 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

The Bridge World is the granddaddy of bridge magazines. The centennial year of contract bridge comes in 2025, and in October 1929, The Bridge World published its first issue. It has appeared every month since, observing and influencing the game’s evolution.TBW has a reputation among experts but offers material for all players. In a quiz deal, South plays at six clubs, and West leads the king of diamonds.FINESSESouth is safe if East has the king of spades, but he can always make the slam by guessing who has the king of hearts: If West has it, declarer succeeds by leading the queen to finesse. If the king lies with East, declarer can lead a low heart from dummy; East must take his king or lose it, and declarer gets two spade discards on high hearts.The analysis suggests playing East for the king of hearts. Declarer can assume that West has the king of spades since the slam is cold if East has it. But if West had both major-suit kings plus the K-Q of diamonds, he might well have acted ...

Single family residence sells for $1.8 million in San Jose

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

1575 Monteval Lane – Google Street ViewA house located in the 1500 block of Monteval Lane in San Jose has new owners. The 1,432-square-foot property, built in 1965, was sold on Nov. 7, 2023, for $1,830,000, or $1,278 per square foot. The layout of this single-story house includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home’s exterior showcases roofing materials crafted from wood shake roofing / shingles. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. Additionally, the house provides a two-car garage, granting ample space for parking and storage purposes.Additional houses have recently changed hands nearby:In July 2023, a 2,013-square-foot home on Guadalajara Drive in San Jose sold for $2,027,000, a price per square foot of $1,007. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Guadalajara Drive, San Jose, in August 2023, a 2,013-square-foot home was sold for $1,750,000, a price per square foot of $869. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 1,670-square-foot home on the...

Ask Amy: This odd comment makes me wonder if my empty-nest parents are off the rails

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

Dear Amy: My parents are in their 50s. They have been married for 30 years and have always seemed happy. They are successful in their respective careers and have been wonderful parents to me and my siblings (I am the eldest of three).Related ArticlesAdvice | Ask Amy: Everyone was stunned when the other grandmother lashed out at me Advice | Ask Amy: We’re baffled by our sister’s behavior. Is a surprise visit in order? Advice | Ask Amy: After 25 years with my fiancé, I’m apparently not family yet Advice | Ask Amy: I’m hurt that my friends didn’t realize I needed their help Advice | Ask Amy: We rushed home from our trip, and then we learned what our friend’s ’emergency’ was My youngest sibling started college this fall, and my folks may have lost their bearings a little bit.Anyway, during a recent routine phone call my mother told me that she and my dad are ta...

Historian Rashid Khalidi on Israel’s Long Reign of Violence

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:56 GMT

The civilian death toll wrought by Israel’s siege of Gaza is staggering. More than 14,000 Palestinians have been killed, nearly half of them children. More than 1.7 million Palestinians in Gaza have been displaced from their homes. And President Joe Biden has presided over an open spigot of U.S. weapons and support for the war of annihilation being waged by the far-right government of Benjamin Netanyahu.This week on Intercepted, the esteemed historian Rashid Khalidi joins Jeremy Scahill and Murtaza Hussain for a wide-ranging conversation about the long arc of the history of Israel’s political, economic, and military campaigns against the Palestinian people. Khalidi, a professor at Columbia University, is the author of several books, including “The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine.” Khalidi also discusses how the war on Gaza will impact Biden’s legacy and the role of the United States in facilitating the current war and those of the past 75 years. “Biden has done permane...