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Bret Stephens: Silence is violence — but not when it comes to Israeli rape victims?

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

On Sunday, CNN’s Dana Bash asked Rep. Pramila Jayapal, D-Wash., why so many progressive women have been silent about the extensive reports of widespread rape and sexual assault carried out by Hamas against Israeli women during the massacres of Oct. 7.What followed was a master class in evasion, both-sidesism and changing the subject from the chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus.“I’ve condemned what Hamas has done,” Jayapal allowed, briefly, before moving immediately to condemn Israel. Bash persisted: “I was just asking about the women, and you turned it back to Israel. I’m asking about Hamas.”“I’ve already answered your question, Dana,” Jayapal replied, adding that while rape was “horrific,” it “happens in war situations. Terrorist organizations like Hamas obviously are using these as tools. However, I think we have to be balanced about bringing in the outrages against Palestinians.”A day after the CNN interview, I attended a conference at the United Nations headquarters in...

Legendary trumpeter Wynton Marsalis to perform in Troy

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall announced they will be hosting a performance by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis. The concert is scheduled for February 17, 2024. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Composed of 15 permanent members, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra has been led by Marsalis since 1991. The big band backed Marsalis on his album "Blood on the Fields", which won the 1997 Pulitzer Prize for music. Marsalis has also earned the National Medal of Arts and the National Humanities Medal. Their show is set to begin at 7:30 p.m. Kevin Hart to perform at the Palace Theatre The Troy Music Hall is located at 30 Second Street. You can buy Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra tickets online by visiting the venue's website.

Candy Cane Lane's holiday lights return to St. Louis Hills neighborhood

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One of the best places to see holiday lights is the historic Candy Cane Lane in south St. Louis.The St. Louis Hills neighborhood is lit up with hundreds of strands of Christmas lights. This year, the experience is expanding to even more St. Louis streets. FOX 2's Haley Fitzpatrick walks through Candy Cane Lane for a closer look at this year's celebrations.

The Exit Interview with Jack Price: Former Colorado Rapids captain refutes explanation for his exit, sets sights on chasing trophies

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

Out of everything Jack Price has missed about soccer over the last two injury-riddled seasons, it’s the hunt for greatness with his teammates he’s fixated on the most.In his mind, Price knows he can still compete for trophies in the upper echelons of professional soccer. He also knows his next hunt won’t be with the Colorado Rapids while wearing the captain’s armband, but rather back in England.Price, now a free agent after six seasons in Colorado, spoke to The Denver Post and other local outlets earlier this week for a final “exit interview.” He detailed a contentious end to his time as a Burgundy Boy, how veterans influenced his leadership and where his ambitions are at as he faces a new chapter in his career.One thing is abundantly clear about “Pricey”: He is gearing up for the chase once again.“The best feeling for me, it is as simple as standing in that corridor waiting to walk out in front of the fans at home, leading the b...

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass performs first aid after news photographer collapses

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass sprang into action when a television news photographer collapsed while covering a press event on Thursday.The incident unfolded at the L.A. Police Department's training academy in Elysian Park where Bass joined LAPD Chief Michel Moore in congratulating the graduating class of police recruits.According to KNX News Radio reporter Craig Fiegener, who witnessed the incident, the KCAL News photographer collapsed and hit his head on the ground."The very first person to run to his rescue was the mayor," Fiegener said.KNX shared cell phone footage on X, formerly Twitter, that shows Bass, an LAPD officer and another person tending to the injured man.L.A. Mayor Karen Bass is seen assisting a news photographer who collapsed at a press event on Dec. 7, 2023. (KNX News)The mayor first directed people to roll him onto his side, Fiegener recalled."A couple of people who, I don’t know if they were medics but they had some medical equipment, helped wrap his head up from ...

Police investigating deadly shooting in South Los Angeles

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating after a man was shot and killed in the Vermont Knolls neighborhood of South L.A.The shooting happened Sunday, Dec. 3, around 11 p.m. on the 8500 block of South Hoover Street, police said.Officers arrived on scene and found a man in his 30s suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics from the Los Angeles Fire Department.A second man who was also struck by gunfire was found at the scene. He was taken to the hospital for treatment and was last listed as being in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing and no suspect information has been released at this time.Anyone with information about this deadly shooting is urged to contact the LAPD's South Bureau Homicide Division at 323-786-5100. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online.

Grammy-Nominated Hitmaker & CEO of Video Game Incubator Shaking Up the Tech Scene

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

Photo Credits: NextTech AdWeekIn a game-changing twist, Letta J, the Dominican Grammy-nominated dynamo raised in Dallas, Texas, is making waves not just in the music world but as the CEO of a burgeoning video game incubator that is revolutionizing the tech landscape. She has written for iconic music artists and partnered with global CEOs, and now she is bringing that creativity to the gaming scene.Balancing the worlds of music and technology, Letta J has become a trailblazer, establishing herself as the new supergirl in the video game industry. Her unique journey, from singing in the grand congregations of Bishop T.D. Jakes’ Potter’s House Choir to rubbing shoulders with industry giants and opening for legendary acts like Kool And The Gang, has set the stage for a dynamic career that transcends traditional boundaries.Letta J’s journey, marked by her international success in the music scene, has taken an unexpected turn as she assumes the role of CEO of a video game...

DI SUN’s “Dance With The Groove” Elevates “Tower of Fantasy” to New Heights, Contributing to the Game’s Commercial Success

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

In today’s digital entertainment era, the fusion of music and gaming is not just a trend but an innovative art form that significantly enhances the gaming experience. This synergy creates a new kind of immersive experience, allowing players to indulge not only visually but also audibly. Such integration has propelled the gaming industry forward while providing musicians with a novel platform for showcasing their talent. A prime example of this is DI SUN’s track, “Dance With The Groove,” which has been featured in Perfect World’s popular game “Tower of Fantasy,” exemplifying an artistic collaboration that is a perfect blend of culture and technology. DI SUN’s music has breathed new life into “Tower of Fantasy,” garnering additional attention and acclaim for the game.Perfect World Pictures, as the distributor of Steam China, has long been a frontrunner in the gaming industry. The company has not only successfully represented ...

Judge prohibits family separation at US border for 8 years

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

By Elliot Spagat | Associated PressSAN DIEGO — A federal judge on Friday prohibited the separation of families at the border for purposes of deterring immigration for eight years, preemptively blocking resumption of a lightning-rod, Trump-era policy that the former president hasn’t ruled out if voters return him to the White House next year.The separation of thousands of families “represents one of the most shameful chapters in the history of our country,” U.S. District Judge Dana Sabraw said moments before approving a settlement between the Justice Department and families represented by the American Civil Liberties Union that ended a legal challenge nearly seven years after it was filed.Sabraw, who was appointed by President George W. Bush, ordered an end to separations in June 2018, six days after then-President Donald Trump halted them on his own amid intense international backlash. The judge also ordered that the government reunite children with their parents w...

Letters: Moving forward | Teaching to hate | Nice set up | National tragedy | Horror minimized | Waste of time

Published Sun, 29 Dec 2024 12:12:49 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Oakland teach-in hasmoved us forwardRe: “Teachers defy the district’s directive” (Page A1, Dec. 7).I applaud the teachers in Oakland who participated in the Teach-in on Palestine despite threats of dire consequences. Teaching critical thinking skills is so needed in these days of misinformation. So is acknowledging history to give context to today’s human struggles.Silencing the truth never makes anyone safer, nor does it support democracy. Had we embraced a more holistic awareness of the Middle East years ago perhaps we’d have peace today. Thank you Oakland teachers for helping move us forward.Elizabeth FisherPleasant HillTeach-in is teachingour kids to hateRe: “Teachers defy the district’s directive” (Page A1, Dec. 7).Yesterday a “teach-in” at Oakland Unified School District used a coloring book “suggested for transitional kindergarten to third grad...