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Trump’s return may be a boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in a changed Middle East

December 7, 2024 9:17 PM Associated Press

Associated Press TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Shortly after Donald Trump’s win in last month’s U.S. election, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rushed to congratulate the president-elect: “History’s greatest comeback!” he gushed. If Trump’s staunchly pro-Israel first term and his nominations for top administration positions are any indication, Netanyahu’s glee is justified. But much has

‘Reindeer’ volunteers bring holiday magic to Ukrainian children living on the frontlines

December 7, 2024 9:12 PM Associated Press

Associated Press IZIUM, Ukraine (AP) — Hopes for victory, a swift end to the war and prayers for their loved ones’ survival or return from Russian captivity are among the wishes scattered throughout letters sent to a volunteer group by Ukrainian children living in frontline areas. While the volunteers, who are named reindeer after the

The fall of Bashar Assad after 13 years of war in Syria brings to an end a decades-long dynasty

December 7, 2024 9:10 PM Associated Press

Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian President Bashar Assad fled the country on Sunday, bringing to a dramatic close his nearly 14-year struggle to hold onto control as his country fragmented in a brutal civil war that became a proxy battlefield for regional and international powers. The exit of the 59-year-old Assad stood in stark

A man, a bike and a gun: Police search for evidence to solve the killing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO on the streets of New York

December 8, 2024 4:19 PM CNN Newsource

By Ashley R. Williams, Gloria Pazmino, Evan Perez, Mark Morales, Brynn Gingras, Shimon Prokupecz and Ryan Young, CNN (CNN) — As the manhunt for a still-unidentified suspect in the fatal shooting of a health care executive in Manhattan continues on its fifth day, police are missing key pieces of evidence and combing through what they

Merkviladze scores 19 in Loyola Marymount’s 68-64 victory over Nevada

December 7, 2024 9:01 PM Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Alex Merkviladze’s 19 points helped Loyola Marymount defeat Nevada 68-64 on Saturday. Merkviladze added six rebounds for the Lions (4-4). Caleb Stone-Carrawell scored 15 points, shooting 5 for 10 (3 for 5 from 3-point range) and 2 of 4 from the free-throw line. Will Johnston shot 3 of 14 from the

UC Riverside defeats Cal State Fullerton 75-68

December 7, 2024 8:23 PM Associated Press

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (AP) — Barrington Hargress’ 20 points helped UC Riverside defeat Cal State Fullerton 75-68 on Saturday night. Hargress shot 7 for 18 (2 for 8 from 3-point range) and 4 of 7 from the free-throw line for the Highlanders (6-4, 2-0 Big West Conference). Kaleb Smith scored 18 points, shooting 6 for 15,

Taiwan reports 14 Chinese warships and 4 balloons near the island

December 7, 2024 8:21 PM Associated Press

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China has sent 14 warships, seven military aircraft and four balloons near Taiwan, according to Taiwan’s Defense Ministry, as Beijing ramps up pressure on the island it claims as its own. China’s military activities come amid speculation Beijing might organize military drills around the island in response to Taiwanese President Lai

PJ Fuller scores 22 to lead Cal State Northridge over Cal Poly 102-91

December 7, 2024 8:01 PM Associated Press

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (AP) — PJ Fuller had 22 points to lead Cal State Northridge to a 102-91 victory over Cal Poly on Saturday night. Fuller added seven assists and three steals for the Matadors (7-3, 1-1 Big West Conference). Grady Lewis totaled 17 points and 14 rebounds. Marcus Adams Jr. shot 7 for

Caleb Shaw scores 22 to guide Grand Canyon to 100-52 victory over Life Pacific

December 7, 2024 7:52 PM Associated Press

PHOENIX (AP) — Caleb Shaw scored 22 points and Grand Canyon beat Life Pacific 100-52 on Saturday night. Shaw also grabbed seven rebounds for the Antelopes (6-2). Lok Wur added 15 points and Sammie Yeanay scored 11. Vince Fier led the Warriors with 13 points and eight rebounds. Dylan Cabs and Zachary Murphy added nine

Hemingway look-alikes visit Cuba and some of the late writer’s favorite places

December 7, 2024 7:51 PM Associated Press

HAVANA (AP) — Ernest Hemingway has returned to Cuba… in a way. Eighteen white-bearded men who resemble the late U.S. author arrived in Havana to visit some of his favorite places when he lived on the island decades ago. The members of the Hemingway Look-alike Society on Saturday visited the author’s favorite bar in Havana,

Kuemper, Kings hold red-hot Wild under wraps 4-1 to extend win streak to 5

December 7, 2024 7:46 PM Associated Press

Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Adrian Kempe and Alex Laferriere scored goals, Darcy Kuemper made 22 saves, and the Los Angeles Kings beat Minnesota 4-1 on Saturday night to end the Wild’s five-game win streak. Trevor Moore added two empty-net goals for the Kings, who have won a season-high five consecutive games. Kempe was

Ty Johnson scores 23 to lead UC Davis over UC Santa Barbara 71-60

December 7, 2024 7:27 PM Associated Press

DAVIS, Calif. (AP) — Ty Johnson had 23 points to lead UC Davis to a 71-60 victory over UC Santa Barbara on Saturday night. Johnson had eight rebounds and three steals for the Aggies (5-4, 2-0 Big West Conference). Niko Rocak totaled 11 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks. Leo DeBruhl scored 11. Kenny Pohto

Paulius Murauskas hits 6 3s, scores 28 to help Saint Mary’s beat Utah 72-63

December 7, 2024 6:56 PM Associated Press

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Paulius Murauskas hit six 3-pointers and finished with 29 points, both career highs, Augustas Marciulionis added 10 points and eight assists Saturday night and Saint Mary’s beat Utah 72-63. Gabe Madsen scored the final seven points in a 13-0 run that trimmed Utah’s deficit to six with 13 minutes left

Carlos Stewart scores 18 to help Santa Clara cruise past Fresno State 81-66

December 7, 2024 6:36 PM Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — Carlos Stewart scored 18 points as Santa Clara beat Fresno State 81-66 on Saturday night. Stewart shot 5 for 8 (3 for 4 from 3-point range) and 5 of 6 from the free-throw line for the Broncos (5-5). Tyeree Bryan finished with 16 points, six rebounds and five steals. Christoph

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South Korean prosecutors detain ex-defense chief over martial law imposition

December 7, 2024 6:15 PM Associated Press

Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean prosecutors on Sunday detained a former defense minister who allegedly recommended last week’s brief but stunning martial law imposition to President Yoon Suk Yeol, making him the first figure detained over the case. The development came a day after Yoon avoided an opposition-led bid to impeach

Chase Walker scores 22 to help Illinois State defeat Pacific 72-61

December 7, 2024 6:12 PM Associated Press

NORMAL, Ill. (AP) — Chase Walker scored 22 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to help Illinois State defeat Pacific 72-61 on Saturday night. Jack Daugherty scored 15 on 5-for-7 shooting from 3-point range for the Redbirds (5-4). Johnny Kinziger scored 14. Jazz Gardner led the Tigers (5-6) with 15 points. Lamar Washington added 14 points

In his third straight MLS Cup final, goalkeeper John McCarthy delivers a title for LA Galaxy

December 7, 2024 6:08 PM Associated Press

AP Sports Writer CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Only one team ended up expressing interest in John McCarthy during the offseason last year. It ended up paying off for both. McCarthy helped deliver an MLS Cup title to the LA Galaxy on Saturday, making four saves in a 2-1 victory over the New York Red Bulls.

Tkachuk scores 2 more goals, Panthers stay hot with 3-1 win over Sharks

December 7, 2024 5:54 PM Associated Press

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Matthew Tkachuk scored twice for his fourth consecutive multi-point game, Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 28 shots in his return to the lineup and the Florida Panthers beat the San Jose Sharks 3-1 on Saturday night. It’s the fourth time Tkachuk has had multiple points in four straight games, his second such streak

Sen. Joni Ernst wants to hear from Hegseth on sex assault in the military and women in combat

December 7, 2024 5:46 PM Associated Press

Associated Press SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Republican Sen. Joni Ernst made her most expansive comments yet on Pete Hegseth, telling a largely GOP audience at a California security conference Saturday that she needs to hear more from President-elect Donald Trump’s embattled defense secretary pick on key issues before she decides whether to support him.

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