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Israel steps up air and ground attacks in Gaza and cuts off the territory’s communications

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel knocked out internet and communications in the Gaza Strip in stepped-up bombardment Friday night, largely cutting off its 2.3 million people from contact with each other and the outside world and creating a near-blackout of information, as the military said it was “expanding” ground operations in the territory.The military’s announcement signaled it was moving closer to an all-out invasion of Gaza, where it has vowed to crush the ruling Hamas militant group after its bloody incursion in southern Israel three weeks ago.Explosions from continuous airstrikes lit up the sky over Gaza City for hours after nightfall. The Palestinian telecom provider, Paltel, said the bombardment caused “complete disruption” of internet, cellular and landline services. The cutoff meant that casualties from strikes and details of ground incursions could not immediately be known. Some satellite phones continued to function.Already plunged into darkness after most elect...

Denver weather: Pinpoint Weather Alert Day this weekend for snow, cold temperatures

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A Pinpoint Weather Alert Day has been issued for Saturday and Sunday as Denver's weather will get colder through the weekend and snow showers move in. Travel alert: Snowstorm to affect roads this weekend A combination of winter weather watches, warnings and advisories will be in effect Saturday and Sunday for measurable snowfall that could lead to dangerous travel conditions. Arapahoe Basin first ski area to open for 2023 season Weather tonight: Mountain snowFriday night, as a system moves through Colorado, clouds will increase ahead of snowfall.Snowfall will start in the high country, then showers will build into the metro late Friday night into Saturday morning. Temperatures will be chilly and fall to the 20s. How much snow will Denver get this weekend? Weather tomorrow: Cold temps and snowSaturday, Denver will wake up to a few showers and much colder temperatures. The chance for a few snow showers will continue during the day as highs climb to the 30s.Loo...

Highway closed after semi hauling cattle rolls over

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Colorado Highway 13 was closed in both directions Friday after a semi-truck hauling cattle rolled over.Colorado State Patrol said the call came in around 1:22 p.m. and 93 head of cattle were being transported before the crash. Berthoud teacher named 2024 Colorado Teacher of the Year Some livestock died and some were injured, but those numbers were not immediately available. CSP said the driver was not injured.Crews set up a corral in the area to round up the cattle. The Moffat County Sheriff's Office said the closure was just south of Craig at mile marker 77. CSP estimated that the road would reopen before 6 p.m.

80-year-old man sucker punched at Lauderdale Lakes Walmart speaks out amid search for attacker

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

An 80-year-old man said a complete stranger put his life in danger at a Walmart in Lauderdale Lakes.Speaking with 7News on Friday, Deleus Simeon showed 7News where, he said, a man punched him near his left eye as he walked out of the store.“He cut me on that side,” he said as he placed his fist against his left cheekbone. “First time he hit me, he hit me right here, and then second time on the nose, and the nose again [the third time].”According to detectives with BSO’s Violent Crimes Unit, the tall, thin subject walked into the Walmart, located at 3001 N. State Road 7, on Wednesday, Oct. 11, just before 10 a.m.Surveillance video showed the subject wearing a navy sweater with gray lettering on the front, wore black pants and flip-flops.Simeon was carrying a bag in his hand as he was crossing the sliding doors as the subject was walking in.“He just comes at me, he ‘boom, boom, boom’ thee times, and I fell on the floor,” said Simeon.The ...

Trick-or-treaters flock to Fenway Park for ‘Hocus Pocus’ movie night

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

Fenway Park embraced the Halloween spirit on Friday night, when the historic baseball park hosted a movie night featuring the film “Hocus Pocus.”Before the screening, trick-or-treaters and their families poured onto the famed field. The Alamo Drafthouse hosted the event to celebrate the film’s 30th anniversary.After scooping up some sweet treats, families also got the chance to snap a picture with the Red Sox World Series trophies.“They drew this for me and my grandson,” one attendee said of a caricature drawing, and “they gave us free Red Sox shirts, and a whole lot of candy.”There were also balloon animals, face painting and some season-appropriate silliness.But most of the trick-or-treaters said they had a favorite – candy. “I like the candy, I really like the candy,” one trick-or-treater said.Anyone in search of more sugar could check out the concession items inspired by the Sanderson Sisters from “Hocus Pocus.”The event hit a homerun with the trick-or-treaters.“It’s really...

Hot Property: Architectural artistry at contemporary Cambridge home

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

Welcome to the epitome of luxury living in Cambridge, where The Cafasso Design Group has crafted a masterpiece at 11 Brown Street. This extraordinary home, where artistic vision and environmental stewardship intersect, sets new standards in opulent urban living.Tucked away in a quiet enclave just off Brattle Street, this chic residence is cocooned by a lush paradise. The meticulously landscaped grounds feature rich green lawns, majestic trees, a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen, a spacious deck, and an inviting patio. All of this is wrapped in privacy, secured by the latest app-controlled security systems.Spanning approximately 7,500 square feet spread across three magnificent floors, this home offers an abundance of spaces designed for living, entertaining, creating, and unwinding. At the heart of the home, a stunning sculptural staircase, a marvel of design, anchors the living space.Influences of contemporary design from around the world are evident throughout the home, drawing in...

Proud day for BPD

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

The 130-plus strong Boston Police Academy Recruit Class #63-23 graduated Friday at the Convention Center in the Seaport with a nod to family tradition. Sgt. Winston DeLeon was able to pin his son, Winston M. DeLeon Jr. in what now is a true blue family memory. Both were front and center two decades ago.In 2004, then-Officer Winston DeLeon celebrated his graduation day with children Tanisha, 7, and Winston, Jr., 4. (Ted Fitzgerald/Boston Herald)Boston Police graduates march into their graduation ceremony at the BCEC. (Matt Stone/Boston Herald)Boston Police Officer Jameel Dyer with his son Jayce 1 during his graduation ceremony at the BCEC. (Matt Stone/Boston Herald)Boston, MA - October 27: Boston Police graduate, Lawrence Li’s wife Xiaoqing pins his badge as his children Piper and Peyton take part during his graduation ceremony at the BCEC. (Matt Stone/Boston Herald)Boston, MA - October 27: Boston Police sergeant Winston DeLeon hugs his son Winston M. DeLeon Jr. during his graduati...

Boston City Council president expects pushback to Mass and Cass crackdown

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

City Council President Ed Flynn expects people will keep coming to the Mass and Cass zone when enforcement begins on a new tent ban next week, to test how serious police are about eliminating the area’s open-air drug market and violence.Flynn said he met with the city’s mayor, police commissioner and district attorney this week to advocate for a “zero-tolerance” approach toward the drug dealing and violent crime occurring at Mass and Cass, and throughout Boston.“We have rules in place, and people need to follow the rules,” Flynn told the Herald Friday. “If they break criminal laws, they need to be arrested and prosecuted.”Related ArticlesPolitics | The party’s over: Boston Police will no longer permit crime at Mass and Cass, commissioner says Politics | City Council moves to rename Faneuil Hall Politics | Boston City Council approves Mass and Cass tent ban, Wu to outline next steps Thursday Politics | Boston Police cap...

Ticker: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon selling shares; Wall Street falls Friday

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

Jamie Dimon will do something he has never done before in nearly two decades as the head of JPMorgan Chase & Co. – sell shares in the company.The top executive of the nation’s largest bank will sell 1 million shares starting next year, according to a regulatory filing this week.JPMorgan sought to reassure investors that the stock sale is not a matter of concern.“Mr. Dimon continues to believe the company’s prospects are very strong and his stake in the company will remain very significant,” the filing said.Dimon and his family currently hold about 8.6 million shares of the bank.Wall Street fallsStocks stumbled on Wall Street, bringing the S&P 500 10% below the peak it reached in July and putting the benchmark index into what’s called a “correction.”The S&P 500 fell 0.5%, or 19.86 points, to close at 4,117.37 Friday and is now 10.3% below its July 31 high of 4,588.96. That marks its 10th loss in the last 12 days.Stocks have fallen the past three months a...

Man barricades himself inside Days Inn hotel: SDPD

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:19:56 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A man prompted a SWAT standoff Friday after barricading himself inside a hotel room in the Del Cerro neighborhood, authorities said.Around 10:49 a.m., the San Diego Police Department received a call about a man refusing to pay his bill and arguing with the hotel manager at Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley Qualcomm Stadium/SDSU. The man then went back to his room and has not come out since, police said.Authorities say he is in the room by himself, and they believe he has a knife.As of 4:30 p.m., the SWAT team and SDPD are currently at the scene.Check back for updates on this developing story.