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More Canadians could soon be leaving Gaza after names appear in latest document

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

More Canadians could soon be leaving Gaza after their names appeared in the latest published document by Gaza’s General Authority of Crossings and Borders.Wednesday’s document contains 40 names under the “Canada” heading, with many listed as having “Dual” citizenship.Other countries listed include Germany, the Philippines, Ukraine, Romania, and the United States.The Canadian government confirmed that 75 people connected to Canada left the Palestinian territory via its border with Egypt on Tuesday.Global Affairs Canada said that Canada is unable to determine when or how many people can cross each day, and the situation is fluid and unpredictable. It said Canadian officials were on the Egyptian side of the border to welcome those who are leaving and facilitate their transportation to Cairo. The department had said in a statement on Monday that the Israeli military has assured Canada more than 400 of its citizens would be able to cross “in the ...

UAlbany men's basketball falls to UMass in season opener

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

AMHERST, MA (NEWS10) -- The University at Albany men's basketball team fell in its season opener to UMass, 92-71. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Coach Dwayne Killings"They broke the game open, I thought it broke our spirit. We couldn't really get back into it. We were really good against two good programs in our scrimmages, we clawed through yhe games, but we couldn't do that today." Key Stat LinesSebastian Thomas led all UAlbany players with 19 points, going 5-10 from the field and 3-4 from deep.Aaron Reddish led the team in with six rebounds, followed by Tyler Bertram with five. Reddish totaled eight points in the game, Bertram was the team's second leading scorer with 11.Freshman Jack Margoupis totaled eight second half points in his first collegiate game.The Great Danes shot 35.7% (20-56) from the field, going 9-26 from beyond the arc. UMass shot 43.4% (33-76) from the field and 45.5% (10-22) ...

President Tokayev welcomes French president in Astana

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

President Tokayev underlined the historical significance of Macron’s visit, which would give an additional impetus to dynamically developing cooperation between the countries.He highlighted France’s position as Kazakhstan’s key and trusted partner in the European Union and one of the major investors in the Kazakh economy.President Macron thanked Tokayev for the invitation, raising hopes that this visit would enable them to advance on crucial international topics and reiterate their commitment to the United Nations Charter and its principles of territorial integrity and national sovereignty.Macron mentioned substantial contracts signed to promote the strategic and economic relations between Kazakhstan and France.The presidents focused on strengthening the political dialogue and deepening cooperation in the trade, economic, investment, energy, transport, logistics and cultural-humanitarian spheres. and discussed key bilateral issues and exchanged views on current international and reg...

Condominium sells for $2.2 million in Palo Alto

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

154 Hemlock Court – Google Street ViewA 1,717-square-foot condominium built in 1975 has changed hands. The property located in the 100 block of Hemlock Court in Palo Alto was sold on Oct. 26, 2023. The $2,188,000 purchase price works out to $1,274 per square foot. This condominium features three bedrooms and two bathrooms. On the exterior, the house is characterized by the use of wood shake roofing / shingles. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. Additionally, the home includes a two-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements.Additional units that have recently changed hands close by include:On San Antonio Road, Palo Alto, in November 2022, a 1,826-square-foot unit was sold for $1,800,000, a price per square foot of $986. The unit has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.In September 2022, a 1,826-square-foot unit on San Antonio Road in Palo Alto sold for $1,966,000, a price per square foot of $1,077. The unit has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 1,826-sq...

Food doc ‘Common Ground’ makes DC premiere at Miracle Theatre starring Donald Glover, Laura Dern

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Their influential documentary “Kiss the Ground” (2020) reached over a billion people globally and inspired the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to devote $20 billion toward the health of American soil.Now, husband-and-wife co-directors Joshua Tickell and Rebecca Harrell Tickell are out with their follow-up documentary “Common Ground,” which makes its D.C. premiere next week at the historic Miracle Theatre on Barracks Row just south of the Eastern Market Metro station in Southeast D.C. on Nov. 13, Nov. 14 and Nov. 15.“Regenerative agriculture is a way of farming that grows soil,” Joshua Tickell told WTOP. “We’re building farmer profits, we’re getting farmers out of debt and we’re building healthy food. Those are all positive win-win things that everybody can agree on. … That’s something that Republicans can get behind, Democrats, Independents, everyone can buy into that future because that’s going t...

Northwestern State visits Tulane following King’s 22-point showing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Northwestern State Demons (1-0) at Tulane Green Wave (1-0)New Orleans; Thursday, 7 p.m. ESTBOTTOM LINE: Tulane hosts the Northwestern State Demons after Kolby King scored 22 points in Tulane’s 91-81 win over the Nicholls State Colonels.Tulane went 20-11 overall with a 12-3 record at home during the 2022-23 season. The Green Wave averaged 15.7 assists per game on 27.8 made field goals last season.Northwestern State finished 22-11 overall with a 10-7 record on the road a season ago. The Demons shot 44.5% from the field and 36.1% from 3-point range last season.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Utah Valley plays Sam Houston after Toolson’s 25-point game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Utah Valley Wolverines (1-0) at Sam Houston Bearkats (1-0)Huntsville, Texas; Thursday, 7:30 p.m. ESTBOTTOM LINE: Utah Valley visits the Sam Houston Bearkats after Tanner Toolson scored 25 points in Utah Valley’s 81-73 victory against the Carroll (MT) Fighting Saints.Sam Houston finished 26-8 overall with a 12-1 record at home during the 2022-23 season. The Bearkats gave up 59.3 points per game while committing 18.1 fouls last season.Utah Valley finished 14-4 in WAC action and 12-5 on the road a season ago. The Wolverines averaged 77.4 points per game last season, 15.6 on free throws and 19.5 from beyond the arc.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Florida International and Tarleton State set for cross-conference contest

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Tarleton State Texans (0-1) at Florida International Panthers (0-1)Miami; Thursday, 7 p.m. ESTBOTTOM LINE: The Florida International Panthers take on the Tarleton State Texans in a non-conference matchup.Florida International went 11-7 at home last season while going 14-18 overall. The Panthers shot 46.6% from the field and 32.6% from 3-point range last season.Tarleton State went 2-12 on the road and 17-17 overall last season. The Texans gave up 67.9 points per game while committing 20.6 fouls last season.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Loyola Chicago hosts No. 10 Florida Atlantic for season opener

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Loyola Chicago RamblersChicago; Wednesday, 7 p.m. ESTFANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Owls -6; over/under is 142BOTTOM LINE: The Loyola Chicago Ramblers host the No. 10 Florida Atlantic Owls for the season opener.Loyola Chicago went 10-21 overall with a 6-6 record in non-conference games during the 2022-23 season. The Ramblers averaged 13.8 assists per game on 24.4 made field goals last season.Florida Atlantic went 35-4 overall with a 24-3 record against non-conference opponents during the 2022-23 season. The Owls averaged 6.5 steals, 2.6 blocks and 11.4 turnovers per game last season.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

TCU takes on Omaha after Peavy’s 21-point showing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:53 GMT

Omaha Mavericks (1-0) at TCU Horned Frogs (1-0)Fort Worth, Texas; Thursday, 8 p.m. ESTBOTTOM LINE: TCU plays the Omaha Mavericks after Micah Peavy scored 21 points in TCU’s 108-75 victory against the Southern Jaguars.TCU finished 22-13 overall with a 13-4 record at home during the 2022-23 season. The Horned Frogs averaged 75.3 points per game while allowing opponents to score 68.4 last season.Omaha finished 1-15 on the road and 9-23 overall last season. The Mavericks allowed opponents to score 76.2 points per game and shot 45.8% from the field last season.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source