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The vital question may linger forever: Did Oscar Pistorius know he was shooting at his girlfriend?

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — In the decade since Oscar Pistorius pulled the trigger four times on his 9mm pistol, firing into the head and body of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp as she stood inside a locked toilet cubicle in his home, the vital question has still never been answered: Did the world-famous Olympic runner know he was shooting at and killing his girlfriend that Valentine’s Day in 2013?Pistorius has always claimed that he didn’t, that he mistook her for an intruder in his home. Steenkamp’s family believes he intended to shoot the 29-year-old model and law graduate after becoming enraged in a nighttime argument.Only Pistorius really knows for sure what he did, and he may be the only person who ever will.The lasting twist of Pistorius’ case, which shocked and riveted millions and was back in the spotlight Friday when he was granted parole, is that even his conviction for murder didn’t provide an answer to the lingering question.Pistorius’ ...

Woman believed to be girlfriend of suspect in Colorado property shooting is also arrested

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

DENVER (AP) — A woman believed to be the girlfriend of a man suspected of killing three people and wounding a fourth in a property dispute in rural Colorado is also being held in connection with the shooting.The arrest of Nancy Rae Medina-Kochis, 50, in New Mexico was announced Thursday by the Custer County Sheriff’s Office in Colorado. It said she is suspected of being an accessory to a crime, pending the continued investigation into Monday’s shooting, which killed Robert Geers, 63, his wife Beth Wade Geers, 73, and James Daulton, 58, near Westcliffe, Colorado, about 77 miles (124 kilometers) southwest of Colorado Springs. Daulton’s wife, Patty Daulton, was also wounded.According to court documents, their neighbor, Hanme Clark, yelled about trespassing and then started shooting while Robert Geers was talking to a surveyor.Clark was arrested on Tuesday near Albuquerque, New Mexico, after about 25 hours on the run. Medina-Kochis was with him at the time and is belie...

Putin’s first prime minister and later his opponent has been added to Russia’s ‘foreign agent’ list

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

MOSCOW (AP) — Russia’s Justice Ministry on Friday added Mikhail Kasyanov, who was President Vladimir Putin’s first prime minister but then became one of his opponents, to its register of “foreign agents.”Russian law allows for figures and organizations receiving money or support from outside the country to be designated as foreign agents, a term whose pejorative connotations could undermine the designee’s credibility. The law, which has been extensively used against opposition figures and independent news media, also requires material published by a designee to carry a prominent disclaimer stating that it comes from a foreign agent. The ministry’s website says Kasyanov “took part in the creation and dissemination of messages and materials of foreign agents to an unlimited circle of people, disseminated false information about the decisions taken by public authorities of the Russian Federation and the policies pursued by them” and “opposed the special military...

WATCH LIVE: President Biden delivers remarks as Israeli media say Hamas has released Israeli hostages

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli media say the Hamas militant group has released the first batch of hostages under a cease-fire deal Friday, including 13 Israelis who have been held in the Gaza Strip for nearly seven weeks.The media cited Israeli security officials.Twelve Thai nationals were also released, according to Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.In all, 50 captives are set to be freed during a four-day truce.Israel is set to free 150 Palestinians over the next four days, as part of the deal. Thirty-nine prisoners are to be freed Friday. Israel allows for temporary ceasefire, setting stage for release of some hostages and more aid to Gaza

US job growth is expected to slow in 2024. Here’s what you can do now

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

(The Hill) — The US is still enjoying one of the best jobs markets in its labor history, but here’s a heads-up: there are signs of change around the corner.According to Goldman Sachs, the current pace of job growth is around 175,000 per month, but they expect it to slow to 100,000 in the second half of 2024. JP Morgan is on the same page – it predicts that job growth is expected to soften in 2024.And the most official source, the US Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, tells us that job growth slowed in October, after the economy added fewer jobs in August and September than expected. What to know about the ‘Make Amazon Pay’ strike campaign All of it promises a slowdown in labor market momentum, news that is considered to be “Fed-friendly”: good for the economy. But what does it mean for workers?The cards are not as stacked in your favor as they were 12 months ago, and wage growth is also slowing, so the springboard from your current role into a better one may not be ...

Police identify pedestrian killed in fatal crash

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Colonie Police have released the identity of the pedestrian killed in the fatal crash on Tuesday evening. Mark Schimmer, 67, was transported to the Albany Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The crash took place just after 6 p.m. in the area of Central Avenue and Mountain View Avenue. Police say Schimmer was pushing a shopping cart, wearing dark clothing, and was not near a crosswalk or traffic signal at the time of the accident. Rain and snow made visibility poor, and the driver did not see him until after the collision. The driver immediately stopped and contacted 911.Colonie Police say Schimmer's current address is unavailable, but they received assistance from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office in Arizona. Investigations are ongoing, but speed and intoxication are not contributing factors. No charges are pending.

Capital Roots opening fresh food market in Troy

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In December 2021, Capital Roots broke ground on its expanded market and food hub. Now, the Good Food Market, sponsored by CDPHP, is getting ready to open. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The market is set to officially open on Tuesday, November 28. According to Capital Roots, the Good Food Market offers local, farm-fresh food and goods for an affordable price. Items include fruits, vegetables, breads, meats, eggs, cheeses and more. "We understand the importance of affordable, nutritious food for every household, and that’s why we have carefully curated our selection to offer you the best prices without compromising on quality," said Capital Roots. Amsterdam pizzeria reopens in new location Capital Roots is a non-profit organization that works to bring healthy food to the Capital Region by organizing community gardens, providing healthy food access, offering nutritional and horticultural education and co...

Smoke bombs apparently set off, red paint spilled outside AIPAC President’s Brentwood home 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

Smoke bombs were apparently set off outside the home of the President of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) on Thursday. Video circulating on social media shows a group of around a dozen protestors holding what appear to be smoke bombs and blaring sirens in the street outside of Michael Tuchin’s Brentwood home on Thanksgiving day. The video, posted by the account StopAntisemitism, was taken by a woman shouting towards her father, who was trying to break up the demonstration, to avoid physical confrontation. At the end of the video, he was seen carrying an American flag towards the group. Another video posted by StopAntisemitism shows what appears to be fake blood and fake dead babies in Tuchin’s driveway.  Israel-Hamas truce begins, and dozens of hostages and prisoners freed The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that officers were dispatched to the 11900 block of Foxboro Drive around 10:45 a.m. Thursday after protestors "appeared......

Dead body found in water in Hermosa Beach 

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

Authorities are investigating after a dead body was found in the water off the Strand in Hermosa Beach on Friday morning. According to the Hermosa Beach Police Department, officers responded to the 2200 block of the waterline around 7 a.m.Upon arriving, they located the body of a man in the water and recovered it. He had suffered a gunshot wound, HBPD said. Woman dead after vehicle crashes into lake in Orange County The victim's identity has not been released.Police are asking the public to keep clear of the immediate area until further notice.Luis Zuñiga contributed to this report.

Richard Sherman: 49ers’ Charvarius Ward among NFL’s best cornerbacks

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 11:36:30 GMT

SEATTLE – Richard Sherman has chimed in after another marquee matchup pitting the 49ers at the Seahawks.The target of his words: 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward.Sherman showered Ward with praise and included video evidence in a social media post stemming from the 49ers’ 31-13 win Thursday night.“The pedal and break on that quick out is clinical!” Sherman wrote on Twitter/X. “(Ward) took the assignment and shined! One of the best playing right now.”Sherman, now an Amazon Prime analyst, established himself as one of the NFL’s all-time best while playing for the Seahawks and the 49ers, the latter of whom he enjoyed beating in the 2013 season’s NFC Championship Game in Seattle.Ward, standing Thursday night in Lumen Field’s cramped locker room, had a wide smile as he relished the marquee outing of what’s become a Pro Bowl-caliber season.“I thought he was unbelievable,” 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. “I’m excited to watch (game film) on the plane. But he’s been pretty consistent coming ...