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Sirens blare across Russia as it holds nationwide emergency drills

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

MOSCOW (AP) — Sirens wailed across Russia and TV stations interrupted regular programming to broadcast warnings Wednesday as part of sweeping drills intended to test the readiness of the country’s emergency responders amid the fighting in Ukraine.The exercise that started on Tuesday follows Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and other cities. As the readiness drill went on, the Russian Defense Ministry said air defenses shot down 31 Ukrainian drones over border regions early Wednesday.As part of the drills, TV stations broadcast a notice saying: “Attention everyone! The readiness of the public warning system is being tested! Please remain calm!”Russian media said the exercise’s storyline mentions the increasing danger of a conflict between nuclear powers and simulates a response to a situation in which 70% of housing and all vital infrastructure have been destroyed, wide areas contaminated by radioactive fallout and a general mobilization announced.The stark scenario echo...

Oshawa man arrested after assaulting woman, barricading himself in home: police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

A man is facing charges after he allegedly assaulted a woman before barricading himself inside a home in Oshawa earlier this week.Durham police say officers were called to a residence in the area of Park Road and Gibb Street around 12 a.m. Monday for reports of an assault.Officers found a female at the scene with minor injuries and she was removed from the home.Police allege the suspect was armed with weapons and barricaded himself in a bedroom of the residence. Officers negotiated with the man in attempt to get him to leave the room, but were unsuccessful.York Regional Police Service’s Emergency Response Unit were called in and were able to enter the room and take the suspect into custody without incident.Durham Regional Police say Oshawa resident Richard Charbonneau, 46, is being charged with assault and uttering death threats.The suspect was held for a bail hearing.

Israeli police arrest suspects for spitting near Christian pilgrims and churches in Jerusalem

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli police said Wednesday they arrested several people suspected of spitting in the direction of Christian pilgrims and churches in Jerusalem this week as religious tensions flared anew in the contested capital that the three Abrahamic faiths consider holy. As Jews celebrate Sukkot — the weeklong Feast of Tabernacles that marks the fall harvest and commemorates the desert wandering of the Jews during the Exodus — processions of ultra-Orthodox Jews through the Old City’s narrow streets have led to numerous spitting incidents and left Jerusalem on edge.One person was detained after a spitting incident from one of the processions was caught on video earlier in the week and provoked widespread outrage on social media. The video, first captured by an Israeli hotline for anti-Christian assaults, shows ultra-Orthodox Jews spitting at the feet of foreign Christian worshipers in the Old City of Jerusalem. Police also arrested four other suspects for spitting toward...

Alberta’s premier is coming for Canada’s pension fund

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

In today’s Big Story Podcast, the Canada Pension Plan is a world-renowned fund that controls hundreds of billions of dollars earmarked for our retirements. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, unhappy that Alberta contributes more to the fund than its citizens receive, has plans to leave the fund and start the Alberta Pension Plan — while taking more than half the CPP’s money on the way out the door.Graham Thomson, a political columnist and commentator, is on today’s episode.“There’s a lot of money in the fund […] right? $575 billion. Provinces would love to get their hands on that, even though it’s not their money, it’s workers’ money,” said Thomson.Can Premier Danielle Smith actually do this? How much money would Alberta get? Why would the province want to go it alone as opposed to staying in one of the world’s best plans? And what happens to the CPP if Alberta leaves, even is most of the money stays?You can subscribe to The Big Story pod...

UK police open a corporate manslaughter investigation into a hospital where a nurse killed 7 babies

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

LONDON (AP) — British police have opened an investigation into corporate manslaughter at a northern England hospital after a neonatal nurse was convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to kill six others when she worked there, authorities said Wednesday. The investigation will consider “areas including senior leadership and decision making to determine whether any criminality has taken place,” said Simon Blackwell, detective superintendent at Cheshire Constabulary.Former nurse Lucy Letby, 33, was convicted in August of killing seven newborns in the neonatal unit at the Countess of Chester Hospital in northwest England between June 2015 and June 2016. Prosecutors said she sickened the babies by injecting intravenous lines with air, poisoning some with insulin and force-feeding others milk. She was also convicted of attempting to murder six other infants.She was sentenced to life in prison with no chance of release — the most severe punishment possible under U.K. law, which does...

Nanny convicted in California of sexually assaulting 16 young boys in his care

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) — A nanny who worked for families across Southern California was convicted Tuesday of sexually assaulting 16 young boys in his care and showing another boy child pornography, prosecutors said. Matthew Antonio Zakrzewski was arrested in May 2019 after a couple told Laguna Beach police he touched their son inappropriately. More alleged victims were identified, and Zakrzewski was ultimately charged with 34 felonies, including lewd and lascivious acts with a minor. Zakrzewski’s victims ranged from 2 to 12 years old, investigators said. A jury convicted the 34-year-old on all counts, according to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. “These young boys were forced to endure unimaginable terror as a result of the ultimate betrayal by a babysitter,” said District Attorney Todd Spitzer said in a statement.Zakrzewski, of Costa Mesa, had billed himself on his website as a “manny,” who not only watched over children, but also provided a fun “buddy” experienc...

Ulster County man charged with unlawful surveillance

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

PORT EWAN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Port Ewen man was arrested following an investigation regarding the sharing of intimate images. Joshua Sickler, 44, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! New York State Police received an unspecified complaint and began investigating. Police did not mention where the tip came from, nor where the alleged unlawful surveillance took place.Following their investigation, police determined Sickler had shared intimate images of the victim. He was arrested and arraigned at the Town of Claverack Court. Missing 40-year-old found in Hoosick after search Charges:Second-degree unlawful surveillanceUnlawful dissemination or publication of an intimate imageSecond-degree aggravated harassmentHe is set to appear back in court on Wednesday at noon. New York State Police believe there may be additional victims. Anyone who believes they may be a victim of similar crimes by Sickler is asked to contac...

Leaf Peeping: Cliffside Coaster in Lake Placid

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (NEWS10) - NEWS10 is kicking off our Leaf Peeping series in Lake Placid! The exciting Cliffside Coaster at Mt. Van Hoevenberg is the longest coaster in North America.The outdoor attraction puts you in the driver’s seat for a ride where you control the speed through sharp corners, cliffside banks and long winding track. If you're brave, no brakes are needed! 2023 Fall foliage report: Week 2 The Cliffside Coaster follows the same bobsled track used in the 1980 Winter Olympics. It's a rare opportunity that allows you to soak up the golden, red hues encompassing the Lake Placid area during peak fall foliage.For pricing and scheduling, visit their website. The Cliffside Coaster operates until Thanksgiving, weather permitting. Leaf Peeping: Hunter Mountain Scenic Skyride If you're looking for other ways to go "Leaf Peeping" in our area, check out these suggestions:Leaf Peeping: Hunter Mountain Scenic SkyrideTake a golden hike with Cooper, a golden retrieverLeaf Peepi...

Firefighter injured during fire at University of Illinois football stadium

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - A firefighter was injured 'fighting a fire' at the University of Illinois football stadium in Champaign.The fire started in a maintenance area around 8:00 p.m. Tuesday. Workers say they heard a loud boom, then saw black smoke. Officials revealed that the fire likely started in a vehicle used for groundskeeping. Alderwoman grabs mic after questions about her absence from meetings Emergency crews don't think the fire will have any impact on Friday night's game between the fighting Illinois and Nebraska.

Lambert International Airport funding airport improvements

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:50:35 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The airlines at St. Louis Lambert International Airport agree to help fund more airport improvements.They'll build a new 'central utility plant' that powers Terminal One. Most of it dates back to 1956, when the terminal opened. St. Charles mayor pleased with progress of temp tag snitch plan The airport is planning to build a new de-icing pad. The project will also move the airfield maintenance operations and tear down the vacant air National Guard buildings. All the work is expected to cost $331 million.