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U.N. suspends food aid to Ethiopia over diversion of supplies, a day after U.S. does the same

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The United Nations World Food Program said Friday that it is temporarily suspending food aid to Ethiopia because its supplies are being diverted, an announcement that came a day after the United States Agency for International Development said it was doing the same.“Food diversion is absolutely unacceptable, and we welcome the government of Ethiopia’s commitment to investigate and hold accountable those responsible,” WFP Executive Director Cindy McCain said. he program’s head office in Rome declined further comment when contacted by The Associated Press.Some 20 million Ethiopians rely on food aid because of drought and conflict, out of the country’s population of roughly 120 million. Much of the aid comes from USAID and the World Food Program. The suspensions brought worries that malnutrition could rise in Africa’s second most populous country,USAID, WFP and the Ethiopian government have not said who is responsible for the food diversion, whic...

How to make DIY air purifiers that filter out wildfire smoke

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Social media users are sharing a surprisingly effective way to protect yourself indoors from the toxic wildfire smoke blanketing much of the East Coast: a box fan, four air filters and a whole lot of duct tape.A Corsi-Rosenthal air purifier built by Liz Hradil is seen at her home in Syracuse, N.Y. after the wildfire smoke covered much of New York Wednesday, June 7, 2023. The method involves taping four air filters together with a box fan. Experts say the DIY method is highly effective against filtering air indoors against wildfire smoke. (Liz Hradil via AP)As searches for “air purifiers” spike on Google, people are posting on TikTok and Facebook about how to build the DIY air purifier. The technique, known as the Corsi-Rosenthal method, has gained attention in recent years amid the pandemic and raging western U.S. wildfires.Some East Coast residents are learning about the box fan method for the first time, unlike their West Coast counterparts who ...

What to know about Trump's latest indictment and what's next

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

Donald Trump's indictment on charges of mishandling classified documents at his Florida estate has brought renewed attention to one of the most notable cases in Justice Department history.The federal charges represent the biggest legal jeopardy so far for Trump, coming less than three months after he was charged in New York with 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.Here's a look at the charges, the special counsel's investigation and how Trump's case differs from those of other politicians known to be in possession of classified documents:WHAT ARE THE CHARGES, AND HOW IS TRUMP REACTING?Trump has been charged with seven counts related to the mishandling of classified documents, according to two people familiar with the indictment but not authorized to speak publicly about it.Trump's lawyer James Trusty said Thursday on CNN that the indictment includes charges of willful retention of national defense information, obstruction of justice, false statements and conspi...

Trump immediately fundraises after saying he was indicted in documents probe

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

(The Hill) - Former President Trump on Thursday swiftly moved toward fundraising efforts after claiming he's been indicted in connection with the Justice Department's investigation into his handling of classified documents. “We are watching our Republic DIE before our very eyes. The Biden-appointed Special Counsel has INDICTED me in yet another witch hunt regarding documents that I had the RIGHT to declassify as President of the United States,” Trump wrote in an email message asking supporters to donate.“Please make a contribution to peacefully stand with me today and prove that YOU will NEVER surrender our country to the radical Left,” the note concludes, suggesting contributions between $24 and $250. Trump, who is running for president in 2024, said in a Truth Social post on Thursday that his legal team had been told he was indicted in the documents probe has been summoned to appear in federal court in Miami on Tuesday. The former president, in the letter, appeared to ma...

Kids with physical limitations get summer camp experience

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

CEDAR PARK, Texas (KXAN) -- Dell Children's hospital and YMCA partnered to provide the ninth annual Camp in Motion this summer, a chance for kids with physical limitations to get the full summer camp experience. Brennan Foster, 14, has been going to Camp in Motion for the last four years. It's something he looks forward to at the end of the school year. If you ask him which is better, camp or school, his answer is simple and emphatic. "Camp! Of course," Foster said with a smile. His favorite activities at camp are archery, swimming, and fishing. It's not just the activities that keep him coming back, but the friends he meets during his time at camp. "It was awesome," Foster said about meeting his friends at camp a year ago. History of Camp in MotionCamp in Motion started in 2015 as just one week during the summer to provide therapy services in a camp setting. It gives kids the opportunity to swim, play basketball, martial arts, and other summer camp activities. "It's really great th...

Scattered storms to start weekend as temps continue to climb

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- One more round of scattered storms this weekend before our focus solely turns to dangerous heat.Today is expected to be the hottest day of the year thus far with afternoon highs soaring well into the 90s. Austin's forecast high of 98° will run 5° hotter than normal for this time of year. An isolated storm can't be ruled out late day but rain chances stand at 10% or less.Plenty of sunshine expected FridayA ride of high pressure building over the state will act to suppress storm development and enhance our June heat.The ridge will not entirely eliminate rain chances, however, with scattered storms likely to drop south into our area late Saturday afternoon and evening. There is a low risk of strong to severe storms within this activity with a threat of strong winds and large hail within any well-developed storm.Weekend forecast "The future is smoky": Northeast U.S. air quality problems linked to climate change The ridge builds further next week, likely leading to a s...

98.3 TRY Social Dilemma: Is It Weird to Go To A Concert Alone? What About a Vacation?

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Today's 98.3 TRY Social Dilemma came from Luke, and it's about doing things alone. Here's his email: Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hi Jaime. I recently got into with a friend of mine who couldn't believe that I would go to a concert by myself. I had tickets to see Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden, but unfortunately, my wife found out the day before she had an emergency at work and wasn't going to be able to go. So I said, no problem, and I went by myself. I sold her ticket online and had a fantastic time at the show! It was amazing! Anyway, my friend said he couldn't believe that I would go alone and why didn't I offer the ticket to friends. I said I knew I would have a great time by myself so why not save a little money and still enjoy the show. He couldn't understand how I could have fun alone. He said I was "one of the weird ones" I disagree. I think lots of people enjoy time alone. I've don...

Water outage, boil water advisory in Schaghticoke

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

SCHAGHTICOKE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Schaghticoke Water and Sewer Department operator, a water outage on Calhoun Drive will affect everyone from 17 Calhoun Drive to the west. The water outage is expected to be restored today. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! A boil water advisory has been put in place and is expected to continue through the weekend. Any residents with questions can reach out to the Water and Sewer Department at (518) 461-3350.

20th Anniversary of Christian Ferguson's disappearance marks launch of alert system for missing disabled individuals

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- This weekend, all eyes will be on the 20th anniversary of when Christian Ferguson went missing. In a touching moment, Christian's mother, Theda Person, has introduced a new medical alert system designed especially for disabled individuals who go missing. The story of Christian Ferguson and the difficulties met by disabled individuals are clearly reflected in the creation of this medical alarm system. This Sunday at 5 p.m., Theda Person will celebrate the memory of her son at the waterfall fountain in the World's Fair Pavilion. Christian has been missing for 20 years, and sadly, he has never been found. Today is the actual date that he went missing.He was born with a genetic disorder that required care and medicine. Christian went missing on June 11, 2003, when he was nine years old. His dad, Dawan Ferguson, claimed that his SUV was stolen while Christian was still in it. Even though the SUV was found, Christian was still missing. Court papers showed that Christian ...

St. Louis Archdiocese settles sexual abuse lawsuit for $1 Million

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:18:00 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The archdiocese of St. Louis has agreed to pay roughly one million dollars to settle a sexual abuse lawsuit. That's according to our partners at the post office. The case involves a man who alleges he was sexually abused as a boy by Gary Wolken, a former priest at Ascension Catholic Church in Chesterfield in the 1990s. He was later sentenced to 15 years in prison. The archdiocese released this statement, saying, in part, "The protection of children and vulnerable adults is our highest priority. We are hopeful that this settlement provides some measure of comfort for the victim and for his family."