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G20 officials arrive in disputed Kashmir as India largely puts region’s intense security out of view

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

SRINAGAR, India (AP) — Delegates from the Group of 20 nations arrived in Indian-controlled Kashmir on Monday to participate in a tourism meeting condemned by China and Pakistan, as authorities significantly reduced visibility of the security in the disputed region’s main city.The meeting scheduled for later Monday is the first significant international event in Kashmir since New Delhi stripped the Muslim-majority region of semi-autonomy in 2019. Indian authorities hope the meeting will show that the controversial changes have brought “peace and prosperity” to the region.The delegates will discuss topics like green tourism and destination management. Side events on ecotourism and role of films in promoting tourist destinations have also been scheduled.On Monday, the region’s main city of Srinagar, appeared calm and roads never as clean. Most of the security checkpoints were removed or camouflaged with cubicle-like security posts made of G20 signages behind which security offici...

Rare earths, Ukraine top agenda on French President Macron’s historic visit to Mongolia

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

BEIJING (AP) — Access to rare earth minerals and Russia’s war against Ukraine topped the agenda on French President Emmanuel Macron’s historic visit to Mongolia. Macron met with his Mongolian counterpart Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh on Sunday in the capital Ulaanbaatar and pledged cooperation on the extraction and trade of minerals used in satellites, cell phones and other key technologies. The visit was the first by a French head of state to Mongolia, a landlocked democracy of 3 million people twice the size of Texas sandwiched between Russia and China. Mongolia’s grasslands, mountains and deserts hold vast deposits of coal, copper and lesser-known minerals vital to the modern economy. Macron’s trip followed his attendance at the Group of Seven summit in Japan, where Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a key topic. The conflict is having a global impact, Macron said, referring to high food prices and more refugees. More than 8 million Ukrainians have been forced from their homes, accor...

At G7, Macron and Meloni meet to bury hatchet after migration spat

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met on Saturday (20 May) at the Group of Seven nations summit seeking to turn the page after a French minister accused Rome of mishandling an influx of migrants.French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said in early May that Meloni's right-wing government had been unable to solve the migration problems on which she was elected and that she had lied to voters that she could end the migrant crisis.That prompted demands by Rome for an apology.On Saturday, the two leaders had a 45-minute meeting at the G7. The two looked relaxed and Macron appeared to ask Meloni about the floods which hit the north of her country this week.She is set to leave the summit in Hiroshima a day earlier to lead the response, sources said.Briefing reporters, a French presidential official said the two leaders had spoken about Ukraine, but also migration and Tunisia."There was a widespread discussion that showed our convergence of views o...

Andrea Zannetti: Triumphing Over Challenges as an International Content Advertising Producer

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

In the ever-changing landscape of content advertising, Andrea Zannetti emerges as a trailblazing international producer who has conquered numerous challenges in his pursuit of success. Starting with humble beginnings in Italy and displaying unwavering determination in the UK and Los Angeles, Andrea’s extraordinary journey and accomplishments continuously motivate aspiring professionals in the industry. As a highly sought-after content advertising producer, he has left a significant imprint in the field, constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Zannetti faced various hurdles while making a name for himself in foreign countries, but his perseverance and passion for the entertainment industry have led to a dazzling career filled with accolades.Zannetti’s career took flight when he attended one of Italy’s most prestigious colleges. He then moved to the UK, where he began working in the entertainment industry. Eventually, he found his way to LA, t...

Dear Abby: The photos my son’s wife posts make me worry for their marriage

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

DEAR ABBY: Our son and his wife are professionals who reap the financial benefits of their chosen fields.Our daughter-in-law goes to her workplace most days, while our son works from home. As such, he is tasked with much of the cleaning, shopping and cooking.Our DIL has a large cadre of college friends, and she’s often away to sunny, exotic locales, posting pictures of herself along with others, all holding drinks in their hands. Recently, she went on a trip with her “best friend,” a gay man, posting poolside, restaurant and bar photos with both wearing big smiles. Meanwhile, our son is home working and taking care of their pets.Related ArticlesAdvice | Ask Amy: What happened to make Gen Xers so rude like this? Advice | Dear Abby: I can’t forgive myself for not watching my husband’s TV show with him Advice | Ask Amy: The wedding invitation has an aggressive edge I don’t like Advice | Harri...

Single-family residence sells for $2.4 million in Milpitas

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

572 Kevenaire Drive – Google Street ViewA 2,817-square-foot house built in 1979 has changed hands. The spacious property located in the 500 block of Kevenaire Drive in Milpitas was sold on April 25, 2023, for $2,350,000, or $834 per square foot. The property features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a garage, and two parking spaces. It sits on a 6,580-square-foot lot.Additional houses have recently been purchased nearby:In August 2022, a 2,254-square-foot home on Altamont Drive in Milpitas sold for $1,700,000, a price per square foot of $754. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.On Martil Way, Milpitas, in September 2022, a 1,659-square-foot home was sold for $1,644,500, a price per square foot of $991. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.A 1,921-square-foot home on the 700 block of Rivera Street in Milpitas sold in November 2022, for $1,710,000, a price per square foot of $890. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. 

This Week in Business: housing market and inflation updates, Federal Reserve insight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Housing market updateThe Commerce Department delivers data on April newly constructed home sales Tuesday.Economists forecast that sales slowed last month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 650,000 homes from 683,000 in March. The housing market has cooled since the Federal Reserve began raising its main borrowing rate a year ago in its fight to bring down inflation. That substantially raised borrowing costs in an already expensive housing market.New home sales, seasonally adjusted annual rate, by month:Nov.: 582,000Dec.: 622,000Jan.: 648,000Feb. 623,000March: 683,000April (est): 650,000Source: FactSetFed insightThe Federal Reserve on Wednesday releases minutes from its policy meeting earlier this month.It raised its key interest rate by a quarter point in May. It has been raising rates at a feverish pace since 2022 to fight inflation. Inflation has shown signs of cooling, but analysts are growing increasingly worried about a possible recession. The latest minutes could provide ...

Foo Fighters anuncia a Josh Freese como nuevo batería tras la muerte de Taylor Hawkins

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

(CNN) — Los Foo Fighters han encontrado a su nuevo batería tras la repentina muerte de su viejo amigo y batería Taylor Hawkins, en Bogotá en marzo de 2022.Durante el evento “Foo Fighters: Preparing Music for Concerts”, que sirvió de adelanto del undécimo álbum de estudio del grupo, “But Here We Are”, la banda presentó el domingo al batería de estudio Josh Freese como sucesor de Hawkins.Freese es un veterano batería y ha tocado con Nine Inch Nails, The Offspring, Sting y Weezer, entre muchos otros. También tocó con los Foo Fighters durante un espectáculo de homenaje a Hawkins en Londres en 2022, incluso tocando en la propia batería del fallecido baterista.Foo Fighters anuncia su primer álbum desde la muerte de su baterista Taylor HawkinsSegún un post en su página de Instagram que muestra una foto de la batería de Hawkins, Freese dijo que insistió en tocar la batería para el show de homenaje de Londres, diciendo: “Quiero que ESA energía esté arriba ...

Washington hosts Connecticut following Bonner’s 21-point game

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Connecticut Sun (2-0, 2-0 Eastern Conference) at Washington Mystics (1-1, 1-1 Eastern Conference)Washington; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EDTBOTTOM LINE: Connecticut visits the Washington Mystics after DeWanna Bonner scored 21 points in the Sun’s 80-74 win over the Washington Mystics.Washington finished 12-6 at home and 11-7 in Eastern Conference action during the 2022-23 season. The Mystics averaged 20.3 assists per game on 29.3 made field goals last season.Connecticut went 25-11 overall last season while going 11-7 in Eastern Conference play. The Sun averaged 85.8 points per game last season, 15.7 from the free throw line and 19.2 from beyond the arc.INJURIES: Mystics: Myisha Hines-Allen: out (knee).Sun: None listed.___The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.Source

Arena Stage hosts farewell gala for artistic director Molly Smith, who’s retiring after 25 years

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:00:12 GMT

Hear our full chat on my podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley.” toggle audio on and off change volume download audio WTOP's Jason Fraley salutes Molly Smith (Part 1) $(function () { $('.wtop-audio-container .fa-play').on('click', function(){ var audio_filename = $('div.wtop-audio-file').data("mp3-url"); ga('send', 'event', 'Audio', 'play', audio_filename); }); }); It’s the end of an era in D.C. as Molly Smith is stepping down as artistic director of Arena Stage after 25 years.On Tuesday night, she will receive the Beth Newburger Schwartz Award at its Annual Gala and retirement party.“Beth Newburger actuall...