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2,749-pound pumpkin sets world record for biggest gourd

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — A Minnesota horticulture teacher set a world record in California on Monday for the heaviest pumpkin after growing a giant jack-o'-lantern gourd weighing 2,749 pounds (1,247 kilograms).Travis Gienger of Anoka, Minnesota, won the 50th World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, California, with an enormous, lumpy, orange pumpkin that could produce at least 687 pies.Travis Gienger of Anoka, Minn., reacts after winning the Safeway 50th annual World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, Calif., Monday, Oct. 9, 2023. Gienger won the event with a pumpkin weighing 2749 pounds. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)Travis Gienger of Anoka, Minn., holds his two-year-old daughter Lily and poses by his pumpkin called "Michael Jordan" after winning the Safeway 50th annual World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, Calif., Monday, Oct. 9, 2023. Gienger won the event with a pumpkin weighing 2749 pounds. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)The final four pumpkins...

Biden's hopes for establishing Israel-Saudi relations could become a casualty of the new Mideast war

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

President Biden's planned remarks today will be livestreamed within this story beginning at approximately 1 p.m. ET.WASHINGTON (AP) — Less than three weeks ago, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sat beside President Joe Biden and marveled that a "historic peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia" seemed within reach — a diplomatic advance that he predicted could lead to lasting peace between the Israelis and Palestinians.Biden was equally optimistic, telling Netanyahu during their meeting in New York, "If you and I — 10 years ago — were talking about normalization with Saudi Arabia, I think we'd look at each other like, 'Who's been drinking what?'"Now, the outbreak of war between Israel and the Palestinians after a devastating Hamas attack on Israeli soil is threatening to delay or derail the yearslong, country-by-country diplomatic push by the United States to improve relations between Israel and its Arab neighbors. Iran sends deadly message to Biden with Hamas attack on Isr...

'Execution style, they were defenseless': Austin family's relative killed in Israel attack

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Moshe S. has been in his living room, eyes glued to Israeli news coverage since the weekend. Next to him on the couch are posters of his cousin's fiancé, Tzur Saidi, and cousin Hillel Zalmnovich. "He [Saidi] was missing for like 24 hours until they found his body and two other friends next to a car," Moshe said. According to Moshe, Saidi was killed by Hamas militants. Moshe said Saidi was 26 years old and was attending a music festival in Israel when the first attack over the weekend happened. Moshe S. sits and watches news coverage after the attack in Israel (KXAN Photo)Relatives of Moshe S. who were killed in Israel or are still missing (KXAN Photo)'Pure evil'"They were hiding behind the car, and the terrorists came and just shot them, execution style," Moshe said. "They were defenseless." Austin rabbi reacts to outbreak of Israel-Hamas war Moshe and his wife are still waiting to see where their cousin Zalmnovich is. They said he is still missing. "This is evil, ...

TAKE 5 top-prize winning ticket sold in Poughkeepsie

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A TAKE 5 top-prize winning ticket has been sold in Poughkeepsie. The New York Lottery said the winning ticket was sold for the October 9 TAKE 5 evening drawing. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The winning was worth $18,606. It was sold at the Thrifty Beverage at 187 N Hamilton Street. The winning numbers were 1, 12, 20, 30, and 38.TAKE 5 numbers are drawn from a field of one through 39 and the drawing is televised daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. The prize may be claimed up to one year from the date of the drawing. Scotty McCreery to perform at Proctors in Schenectady The New York Lottery contributed $3.7 billion in fiscal year 2022-23 to support education in the state. If you are struggling with a gambling addiction, or who know someone who is, you can find help by calling the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or by texting HOPENY.

Scotty McCreery to perform at Proctors in Schenectady

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Country singer and American Idol winner Scotty McCreery will perform at Proctor's Theatre on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Tickets will be available later this month on Friday, October 20 at 10 a.m. online. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! McCreery rose to fame after winning season 10 of American Idol in 2011. His debut album, "Clear as Day," scaled the charts while also becoming certified platinum. He's known for his hits such as "You Time," "It Matters to Her," and "See You Tonight." On tour with him will be special guests Anne Wilson and Noah Hicks. The North Carolina native has released five studio albums, including a Christmas album titled "Christmas with Scotty McCreery."

New bubble tea, ramen shop opens near UAlbany

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Tai Chi Bubble Tea has opened its second shop in the Capital Region. The chain opened its newest store near the University at Albany on October 2. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The menu includes different types of bubble tea and ramen, as well as sushi burritos and poke bowls. You can view the full menu on the Tai Chi Bubble Tea website.Tai Chi Bubble Tea is a restaurant chain that started in 2015. The chain currently has about 40 stores opened around the United States, with more planning to open. New cocktail lounge opening in Glens Falls The new shop had its grand opening on October 7 with some special promotions. The shop is open Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.Tai Chi Bubble Tea is located at 1225 Western Avenue in University Plaza. The chain's other Capital Region location opened in December 2022 at 800 Loudon Road in Latham.

Jewelry store clerk opens fire on smash-and-grab thieves

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

A group of smash-and-grab thieves who hit a jewelry store in Manhattan Beach were sent running for their lives when an employee pulled out a gun and opened fire.Officers with the Manhattan Beach, Gardena and El Segundo police departments responded to the robbery at Prestige Jewelers in the 3000 block of North Sepulveda Boulevard at around 12:40 p.m. on Oct. 6 on reports of the robbery.  “Five suspects, who were described as wearing hooded sweatshirts, used hammers to smash jewelry showcases, and an employee of the store responded by using a firearm to shoot toward the suspects,” Manhattan Beach police said in a news release. The group of robbers fled the store and were last seen traveling southbound on Sepulveda Boulevard.  No one was injured during the incident, and the suspects were able to make off with some of the store’s merchandise, police said.  This is not the first time the store has been robbed by smash-and-grabbed thieves. In Aug. 2014, another group of hoo...

Amazon favorites at up to 55% off during the Prime Big Deal Days sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

Save big now on Amazon products The Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale is here, and while the event is known for its hot deals on brand-name products as well as its representation of small businesses and independent artisans, the sale was established to celebrate Prime subscribers, so it has a heavy focus on Amazon's own products.When it comes to gadgets for the home, Amazon has an abundance of offerings, including speakers, tablets, smart TVs, digital reading devices, smart plugs and more. We’ve sourced the best deals you can buy now on your favorite Amazon devices, all of which are on sale now.The deals below were last updated on Oct. 9, 2023, at 7 p.m. PT.Shop this article: Echo (4th Gen), Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote and Echo Show 8Best Amazon devices on sale now  Amazon Fire TV 32% OFF If it's time for an upgrade, consider this 4K smart TV that is internet ready — you don't need cable to watch over 1 million...

Delta-8 vs. CBD For Sleep Health

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

More customers are turning to hemp supplements for help with sleep disturbances. Indeed, many CBD and delta-8 manufacturers market their products to people who want to catch some “Zzz’s.” But are these cannabinoids truly effective for conditions like insomnia? If so, is one cannabinoid better than the other?While CBD and delta-8 have potential in the sleep health category, they work on the endocannabinoid system differently. Knowing what to expect from these cannabinoids should help you decide which one is better suited for your sleep concerns.Does CBD Work Better Than Delta-8 For Sleep?Honestly, both CBD and delta-8 could help people with sleep-related complaints. At this point, there’s not enough data to suggest that one cannabinoid works better than the other. There are, however, many anecdotal testimonies that CBD and delta-8 have a sedating effect at specific doses.Since CBD extracts have been around for longer, more research supports CBD’s use as ...

Not No Mo Fo Fresco Trey

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:48 GMT

Not No Mo Fo Fresco Trey: Rising Memphis rapper Fresco Trey has become something of a regular in this “In Rotation” column over the past year or so. The man clearly has our attention.His latest single and video is “Not No Mo,” a chill, short and sweet tune blessed with Trey’s typical swagger and charisma.“I stepped away from humbleness for a second and let the world know what’s really going on,” Trey said in a statement. “At the end of the day, ‘Not No Mo’ was created to set a vibe for whoever hears it. I want people to dance to this song. I want this song to live as infinite endorphins.”The video sees him winning a basketball championship, and talking with his lady in the car.“The song fuses finger-snaps, hypnotic claps, and neon guitar loops together in one championing soundscape,” reads the press release. “Taking stock of his journey so far, Trey raps charismatically as he urges, ‘Don’t be mad at me ‘cause I grinded for ...