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Israeli officials say ground forces ‘expanding their activity’ in Gaza

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

By Wafaa Shurafa, Josef Federman and Bassem Mroue | Associated PressDEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — The Israeli military on Friday said its ground forces were “expanding their activity” in the Gaza Strip, as the army moved closer to a full-on ground invasion of the besieged territory.Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the army’s spokesman, said aerial attacks had been targeting Hamas tunnels and other targets.“In addition to the attacks that we carried out in recent days, ground forces are expanding their activity this evening,” he said. “The IDF is acting with great force … to achieve the objectives of the war.”Israel has amassed hundreds of thousands of troops along the border with Gaza ahead of an expected ground offensive against the Hamas militant group.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel expects to launch a long and difficult ground offensive into Gaza soon to destroy H...

Warriors: Curry Brand signs Kings guard Fox as first signature athlete

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

Stephen Curry’s newest partner off the court is a rival on the court.The Warriors star’s personal brand with Under Armour announced this week that it has signed Kings guard De’Aaron Fox as its first signature athlete, forming a business connection between Northern California’s two star point guards.The deal between Curry Brand and Fox will include a signature shoe launching next year and. Fox will also be involved in Under Armour’s grassroots basketball and “UA Next” programs focused on helping young prospects grow, according to a company release.Curry, 35, said during an interview with ESPN that he was thrilled “to be able to partner with somebody like D-Fox, while we’re still competing, while we’re still battling.”That competition is set to continue Friday night in Sacramento, when the Kings host the Warriors in the teams’ second game of the new season. The matchup revives last year’s instant classic first-round pla...

Rep. Phillips, D-Minn, launches primary challenge to Biden

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

By Arit John, Eva McKend and Aaron Pellish | CNNMinnesota Rep. Dean Phillips formally launched his presidential campaign Friday and filed to run in New Hampshire’s Democratic primary, kicking off his long-shot challenge to President Joe Biden.Speaking aboard his campaign bus in Concord, Phillips said he felt compelled to challenge Biden – whom he called a “terrific president” – over his concerns that the incumbent would lose a general election rematch against former President Donald Trump. The congressman said he tried to encourage Biden to pass the torch and to convince other Democratic candidates to run in the primary. When those efforts failed, he entered the race himself.“It’s time for change. I’m hearing that all around the country,” Phillips told CNN. “This was not about me. But my inability to attract other candidates, to inspire the president to recognize that it is time, compels me to serve my country because it appears that President Joe Biden is going to lose the next ele...

Single family residence sells in Los Gatos for $2.9 million

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

16407 Shady View Lane – Google Street ViewThe property located in the 16400 block of Shady View Lane in Los Gatos was sold on Oct. 11, 2023. The $2,928,000 purchase price works out to $2,003 per square foot. The house, built in 1952, has an interior space of 1,462 square feet. This single-story home has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Inside, there is a fireplace. Additionally, the house is equipped with a two-car garage, accommodating vehicles and storage needs efficiently.These nearby houses have also recently changed hands:On Shannon Road, Los Gatos, in September 2023, a 2,052-square-foot home was sold for $3,125,000, a price per square foot of $1,523. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 3,405-square-foot home on the 16400 block of Bonnie Lane in Los Gatos sold in September 2022, for $4,950,000, a price per square foot of $1,454. The home has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In May 2023, a 2,892-square-foot home on East La Chiquita Avenue in Los Gatos sold for $3,450,000, a pri...

Why McDonald’s got rid of the weird McFlurry spindle, the straw that really isn’t

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

McDonald’s is getting rid of the McFlurry “spindle,” the odd utensil that has sparked much confusion among customers.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | This new East Bay restaurant is inspired by memories of a childhood in India Restaurants, Food and Drink | Chipotle says it may need to tick its food prices up to pay California wages Restaurants, Food and Drink | Secret menu hacks: In-N-Out Burger fan favorites Restaurants, Food and Drink | Owner moves, closes Brown Chicken Brown Cow restaurant Restaurants, Food and Drink | Long-awaited rooftop restaurant in Willow Glen opens Monday The soft-serve dessert, introduced in 1997, has until now been accompanied by a plastic spoon whose hollow handle leads many people to believe (incorrectly) that it doubles as a straw.The reason for the utensil’s unusual form: It’s inserted into the McFlurry machine to mix in the toppings, a...

Keshav Maharaj leads South Africa to a one-wicket win over Pakistan at the Cricket World Cup

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

CHENNAI, India (AP) — Keshav Maharaj led South Africa to a one-wicket win over Pakistan on Friday at the Cricket World Cup.Maharaj helped the South Africans reach 271-9 and hand Pakistan its fourth straight loss in the tournament.Maharaj defied Pakistan’s pace late in the match before he pulled left-arm spinner Mohammad Nawaz to backward square leg for the winning boundary, lifting South Africa to the top of the standings with 10 points from five victories.Pakistan had earlier made 270 on the back of half centuries from Saud Shakeel (52) and captain Babar Azam (50) before getting bowled out in 47.2 overs.Left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamsi, one of the three changes South Africa made to its lineup, took 4-60 and never allowed Pakistan to run away as he grabbed the wickets of both Babar and Shakeel.Aiden Markram, who top-scored with 91, looked to have marshaled South Africa’s fifth win in the tournament but his dismissal in the 41st over brought Pakistan back in the game.Concu...

Jeff Walz, No. 17 Louisville enter season with roster revamped with 6 transfers instead of freshmen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Louisville having another highly-rated recruiting class appears normal at first glance for Jeff Walz.The twist is that just one of the seven newcomers is a freshman, and the longtime Cardinals coach points out that his unusual deep dive into the transfer portal was more about need than a philosophical shift. With many top high school prospects already committed last fall, Walz worked the portal hard this spring with several veteran regulars on the cusp of leaving — only to have to fill a huge vacancy with the surprise departure of All-American guard Hailey Van Lith to defending national champion and top-ranked LSU.Since transfers helped Louisville reach its fourth Final Four in 2022 and the Elite Eight last season, it was the logical choice to restock his roster. It has yielded seasoned talent.“Instead of going after a kid that you think in two years should be ready to play, you just might say, ‘No, I’ll just wait for the portal and get a kid who has college e...

Israeli army says ground forces ‘expanding their activity’ in Gaza

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The Israeli military on Friday said its ground forces were “expanding their activity” in the Gaza Strip, as the army moved closer to a full-on ground invasion of the besieged territory.Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, the army’s spokesman, said aerial attacks had been targeting Hamas tunnels and other targets.“In addition to the attacks that we carried out in recent days, ground forces are expanding their activity this evening,” he said. “The IDF is acting with great force … to achieve the objectives of the war.”Israel has amassed hundreds of thousands of troops along the border with Gaza ahead of an expected ground offensive against the Hamas militant group.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel expects to launch a long and difficult ground offensive into Gaza soon to destroy Hamas, the defense minister said Friday, as airstrikes intensified after nightfall and the territory’s int...

Israeli army says ground forces “expanding their activity” in Gaza

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli army says ground forces “expanding their activity” in Gaza.Source

Pac-12 may be torn asunder but its women’s teams dominate AP Top 25 rankings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:01 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — For a league that is mostly disintegrating next year, the Pac-12 has the most teams of any conference in the AP Top 25 women’s preseason poll.UCLA is No. 4 to lead the six teams in the poll, with Utah right behind at No. 5. Stanford is 15th, its lowest preseason ranking since 2015. No. 20 Colorado got in for the first time since 2013. No. 21 Southern California is in the preseason poll for the first time since 2011, while No. 24 Washington State is ranked for the first time.Five of the six ranked schools are going into their last season in the Pac-12 before leaving for other conferences next year. UCLA, Stanford and USC are headed to the Big Ten, while Utah and Colorado will be in the Big 12.“It’s heartbreaking,” Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer said. “But we are committed to this year being a great year. Our team’s theme is best year ever, and I think that that’s kind of what everyone wants.”The Pac-12 sent a league record-tying seven teams to the NCAA Tourna...