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North Korea’s Kim visits university in Vladivostok as state media reports on arms talks with Moscow

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A day after inspecting Russia’s nuclear-capable bombers and other advanced weapons, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Sunday continued a trip to Russia’s Far East with a visit to a university in Vladivostok, while his state media back home reported on his efforts to expand military cooperation with Moscow.Kim’s visit to the Far Eastern Federal University came a day after Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and other senior military officials showed him some of Russia’s most advanced weapons systems deployed for its war on Ukraine, including strategic bombers and hypersonic missiles, and a key warship of its Pacific fleet.Kim also discussed with Shoigu strengthening “strategic and tactical coordination” between the countries’ militaries, the North’s Korean Central News Agency said, as concerns grow about an arms alliance that could possibly fuel Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine.While Kim’s predominant focus is on military coo...

Stabbing at west end Toronto apartment sends man to hospital

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

A man has been rushed to hospital after a stabbing at an apartment building in Toronto’s west end.Officers were called to a building near South Kingsway and Ormskirk Avenue, north of The Queensway, around 10:30 p.m. Saturday.Police say a man was found with stab wounds and was taken to hospital by paramedics. The severity of his injuries are not known.A suspect was taken into custody at the scene.This is a developing story. More to come.STABBING:South Kingsway + Ormskirk Av10:34 p.m.– Occurred at an apt building– Police are at the scene– One man located who has been stabbed. He has been transported to hospital by Medics– The suspect was located and arrested#GO2170902^lb— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) September 17, 2023

Twins manager Rocco Baldelli goes on leave to be with his wife for the birth of twins

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Minnesota manager Rocco Baldelli spends most of his life around a bunch of Twins.His future is going to be a little different.Baldelli went on paternity leave after Saturday’s 7-6 loss to the Chicago White Sox. His wife, Allie, is expecting twin boys in the coming days.“We’re excited. It’s twins, and we didn’t know what to expect and we didn’t know or even anticipate making it this far,” Rocco Baldelli said. “So we’ve made it basically to the end of kind of the term that they laid out for us, so that’s exciting and I think good for the babies. Allie’s still feeling pretty good, so I mean we’re lucky.”Rocco and Allie got married during the All-Star break in 2021. They welcomed a daughter, Louisa, on Sept. 6, 2021.After Sunday’s series finale against the White Sox, the AL Central-leading Twins visit Cincinnati for a three-game series and then begin a six-game homestand on Friday night against the Los Angeles An...

Arson attacks at schools in Belgium are believed to be connected to a controversial sex ed program

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said on Friday that he will seek the help of government experts on extremism in the wake of a series of school arsons. Officials believe the attacks are connected to a controversial sexual education school program.De Croo spoke just hours after a sixth school in the French-speaking Wallonia region was torched this week. Signs protesting the so-called Evras program were discovered in some of the schools, according to authorities.The program is a required four hours of training for students aged 11 to 12 and 15 to 16, intended to help them develop their relational and sexual lives. The program had been around and available for all age groups for years, but was not compulsory until now.“In a democracy like ours, we will never allow our schools to be a target,” De Croo said. “We live in a country of tolerance, and tolerance means we can have a debate, different points of view, but it can never lead to violence, especially in place...

CPD: 6 carjackings, armed robberies happen in less than 45 minutes across West, NW Side

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

CHICAGO — The Chicago Police Department sent out a community alert Friday evening warning the public about a half-dozen carjackings and armed robberies that happened in less than 45 minutes across the City's West-to-Northwest Side.Police said across the six incidents, a group of people jumped out of a dark colored or black Infiniti SUV and approached victims with guns drawn before demanding their belongings. In multiple incidents, the victims were hit in the face or head by the offenders.Incident Locations and Times· 2100 block of North Kedzie Avenue on Sept. 15, 2023 at 3:48 a.m.· 1800 block of South Ruble Avenue on Sept. 15, 2023 at 3:52 a.m. · 3600 block of West Cortland Street on Sept. 15, 2023 at 3:53 a.m.· 3600 block of West LeMoyne Avenue on Sept. 15, 2023 at 4:05 a.m. · 1500 block of North Mason Avenue on Sept. 15, 2023 at 4:27 a.m. · 1700 block of North Austin Avenue on Sept. 15, 2023 at 4:30 a.m. Homicide investigation underway after mother of former-NFL player found dea...

No. 4 Texas explodes for 21 4th-quarter points, runs away from Wyoming 31-10

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It wasn't a work of art, but the No. 4 Texas Longhorns blew up in the fourth quarter for 21 points to beat Wyoming 31-10 Saturday at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.Sophomore running back Jonathon Brooks ripped off a 61-yard run to set up a Quinn Ewers rushing touchdown and Jerrin Thompson returned an interception for a touchdown in the fourth quarter. Brooks finished the game with 158 rushing yards on 20 carries to lead the way on the ground. Texas defensive lineman Byron Murphy II, left, who was an eligible receiver, scores a touchdown against Wyoming defender Connor Shay during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Thomas)Texas defensive lineman Byron Murphy II, left, who was an eligible receiver, celebrates his touchdown catch with DJ Campbell, right, during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Wyoming, Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Thomas)Wyomin...

High school football: Two Rivers finds momentum early, rolls past Harding/Humboldt

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

An early momentum swing set the tone Saturday night at TCO Stadium.A 108-yard fake punt for Harding/Humboldt was wiped out by a penalty. On its first play from scrimmage, Two Rivers running back Ramzi Risolve scored untouched from 19 yards out.The rout was on.Risolve finished with 144 yards rushing and three scores — all in the first half, Drew Altavilla threw for two scores and ran for one and Two Rivers thumped the Knighthawks 49-8 in a penalty-filled affair that took nearly three hours to complete, including running time.Nate Chea caught a touchdown pass and had an interception for Harding/Humboldt (0-3), which showed flashes of offensive success but was undone by turnovers, fumbled snaps or handoffs, and the larger and faster Two Rivers defensive line.A 60-yard touchdown run for Ai’jhon Douglas early in the fourth quarter was called back because of a penalty.It wasn’t his only score that wasn’t.The Knighthawks’ first offensive snap got past its quarterback for a 12-yard lo...

The Loop Fantasy Football Update Week 2: Last-minute moves

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

UPDATE: 10:08 p.m. Saturday There’s a couple of notes tonight that fantasy mavens will need to act on. The first involves Chargers RB Austin Ekeler, who has now been ruled out of tomorrow’s game in Nashville against the Titans. This makes Joshua Kelley a very good starting option, considering how he ran freely through the Miami defense last week.Cleveland wideout Amari Cooper reportedly aggravated a groin injury during Saturday’s workout, and he is listed as questionable for Monday night’s game in Pittsburgh. You can wait the extra day and hope that Deshaun Watson’s favorite receiver can play on Monday Night Football. Or you can play it safe and start somebody else who’s playing on Sunday. … Think it over overnight …UPDATE: 11:41 a.m. SaturdayIt’s already been a big newsmaking week for Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce.First, the all-pro was reported to be “hanging out” with Taylor Swift. Yes, that Taylor Swift. Now comes word that tomorrow he’ll be hanging out again with Patrick M...

NYS makes changes to red flag law fees

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- New York State's extreme risk protection orders - also known as red flag laws - prevent those who are a threat to themselves or others from owning a gun. The Governor recently signed legislation making the application process easier. Just last month, a total of 355 extreme risk protection orders also known as ERPOs were issued in New York. An ERPO can be filed by a family member, police officer, school official,  health care worker or district attorney, but it comes with a price tag of $210. "And a lot of people don’t have that kind of cash laying around, that’s a huge chunk of one’s paycheck in a lot of instances, and so what this bill very simply does is it waived this $210 indexing fee," said Senator James Skoufis, who sponsored of the bill. Skoufis reflected on the impact that red flag laws carry and pointed to the 2018 Parkland Florida shooting that left 17 dead. "There were all these … recountings of how many times sheriffs went to that young man’s home,...

PearlPalooza brings attention to Downtown Albany

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:19 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -Albany’s North Pearl Street welcomed hundreds of visitors, vendors, and live music for the city to enjoy. The 14th annual PearlPalooza brought special attention to local businesses in the heart of Downtown Albany."Beautiful weather, great vendors, a wonderful crowd. Really a perfect day for the event," described Mayor Kathy Sheehan. All these factors gave Capital Region residents a reason to check out North Pearl Street. For just one block, a large crowd came to party. "I think that this is one of the biggest. We always get thousands of people down here for this. It’s a great vibe, great mood." Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! with COVID-19 cases on the rise across the state, Sheehan reminding everyone to enjoy the event responsibly. "We want people to still be careful. There is still COVID out there, but we know that outdoor places have historically been pretty safe."When North Pearl Street did clear, the...