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NEW YORK — A New York City police officer shot a 19-year-old man allegedly armed with a gun in the Bronx on Friday, officials say. It happened near White Plains Road and Lafayette Avenue in the Soundview section just after 3 p.m., when students were on their way home from school. Police say officers were sent to the scene after receiving a 911 call stating there was some sort of dispute and that there was a gun involved. According to police, when officers arrived, they came into contact with a man armed with a gun. It's not clear if he fired his weapon. Police say an officer shot the man in the leg. The suspect was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. No officers were injured, but two were taken to a local hospital to be checked out as a precaution. The investigation is ongoing. Stay with CBS News New York and CBSNewYork.com for the latest on this developing story. Alecia Reid is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated reporter for CBS News New York. She is a sustainability and social justice advocate; passionate about giving a voice to people who may not otherwise be able to tell their stories.Jonah Goldberg Among elites across the ideological spectrum, there's one point of unifying agreement: Americans are bitterly divided. What if that's wrong? What if elites are the ones who are bitterly divided while most Americans are fairly unified? History rarely lines up perfectly with the calendar (the "sixties" didn't really start until the decade was almost over). But politically, the 21st century neatly began in 2000, when the election ended in a tie and the color coding of electoral maps became enshrined as a kind of permanent tribal color war of "red vs. blue." Elite understanding of politics has been stuck in this framework ever since. Politicians and voters have leaned into this alleged political reality, making it seem all the more real in the process. I loathe the phrase "perception is reality," but in politics it has the reifying power of self-fulfilling prophecy. Like rival noble families in medieval Europe, elites have been vying for power and dominance on the arrogant assumption that their subjects share their concern for who rules rather than what the rulers can deliver. In 2018, the group More in Common published a massive report on the "hidden tribes" of American politics. The wealthiest and whitest groups were "devoted conservatives" (6%) and "progressive activists" (8%). These tribes dominate the media, the parties and higher education, and they dictate the competing narratives of red vs. blue, particularly on cable news and social media. Meanwhile, the overwhelming majority of Americans resided in, or were adjacent to, the "exhausted majority." These people, however, "have no narrative," as David Brooks wrote at the time. "They have no coherent philosophic worldview to organize their thinking and compel action." Lacking a narrative might seem like a very postmodern problem, but in a postmodern elite culture, postmodern problems are real problems. Listen now and subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | RSS Feed | SoundStack | All Of Our Podcasts It's worth noting that red vs. blue America didn't emerge ex nihilo. The 1990s were a time when the economy and government seemed to be working, at home and abroad. As a result, elites leaned into the narcissism of small differences to gain political and cultural advantage. They remain obsessed with competing, often apocalyptic, narratives. That leaves out most Americans. The gladiatorial combatants of cable news, editorial pages and academia, and their superfan spectators, can afford these fights. Members of the exhausted majority are more interested in mere competence. I think that's the hidden unity elites are missing. This is why we keep throwing incumbent parties out of power: They get elected promising competence but get derailed -- or seduced -- by fan service to, or trolling of, the elites who dominate the national conversation. There's a difference between competence and expertise. One of the most profound political changes in recent years has been the separation of notions of credentialed expertise from real-world competence. This isn't a new theme in American life, but the pandemic and the lurch toward identity politics amplified distrust of experts in unprecedented ways. This is a particular problem for the left because it is far more invested in credentialism than the right. Indeed, some progressives are suddenly realizing they invested too much in the authority of experts and too little in the ability of experts to provide what people want from government, such as affordable housing, decent education and low crime. The New York Times' Ezra Klein says he's tired of defending the authority of government institutions. Rather, "I want them to work." One of the reasons progressives find Trump so offensive is his absolute inability to speak the language of expertise -- which is full of coded elite shibboleths. But Trump veritably shouts the language of competence. I don't mean he is actually competent at governing. But he is effectively blunt about calling leaders, experts and elites -- of both parties -- stupid, ineffective, weak and incompetent. He lost in 2020 because voters didn't believe he was actually good at governing. He won in 2024 because the exhausted majority concluded the Biden administration was bad at it. Nostalgia for the low-inflation pre-pandemic economy was enough to convince voters that Trumpian drama is the tolerable price to pay for a good economy. About 3 out of 4 Americans who experienced "severe hardship" because of inflation voted for Trump. The genius of Trump's most effective ad -- "Kamala is for they/them, President Trump is for you" -- was that it was simultaneously culture-war red meat and an argument that Harris was more concerned about boutique elite concerns than everyday ones. If Trump can actually deliver competent government, he could make the Republican Party the majority party for a generation. For myriad reasons, that's an if so big it's visible from space. But the opportunity is there -- and has been there all along.Connected Rail Market Huge Growth in Future Scope 2024-2031 12-03-2024 10:12 PM CET | IT, New Media & Software Press release from: SkyQuest Technology Connected Rail Connected Rail Market Scope: Global Connected Rail Market size was valued at USD 94.6 Billion in 2022 and is poised to grow from USD 99.9 Billion in 2023 to USD 154.48 Billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.6% in the forecast period (2024-2031). The study of the global Connected Rail Market is presented in the report, which is a thoroughly researched presentation of the data. The analysis delves into some of the key facets of the global Connected Rail Market and shows how drivers like pricing, competition, market dynamics, regional growth, gross margin, and consumption will affect the market's performance. A thorough analysis of the competitive landscape and in-depth company profiles of the top players in the Connected Rail Market are included in the study. It provides a summary of precise market data, including production, revenue, market value, volume, market share, and growth rate. Request for Sample Copy of this Global Connected Rail Market: https://www.skyquestt.com/sample-request/connected-rail-market The best investment markers are insights into the most prominent market trends, which help potential participants make decisions even easier. 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Connected Rail Market Segments: Service Pickup Trucks, Passenger Mobility, Passenger Information System (PIS), Train Tracking and Monitoring, Automated Fare Collection System, And Predictive Maintenance Rolling Stock Freight Wagons, Passenger Wagons, Diesel Locomotive, Electric Locomotive, and Light Rail & Trams Safety & Signaling System Positive Train Control, Communication-based Train Control, and Automated Train Control Major Players Covered in Global Connected Rail Market Report: • Huawei Investment & Holding Co., Ltd• Robert Bosch GmbH • Cisco Systems, Inc.• IBM Corporation • Atos Corporation• Sierra Wireless• Tech Mahindra Limited • Calamp Corp. • Bombardier Inc. • Alstom SA • Sierra Wireless Inc. • Abb Limited • Ericsson • Digi International Inc. • Schneider Electric • Indra Sistemas S.A. • Ansaldo Sts • General Electric • Tech Mahindra Limited • Thales Group View report summary and Table of Contents (TOC): https://www.skyquestt.com/report/connected-rail-market Report Inclusions: Market Overview: A product/services overview and the size of the global Connected Rail Market are included. It provides a summary of the report's segmental analysis. Here, the focus is on the product/service type, application, and regional segments. Revenue and sales market estimates are also included in this chapter. Competition: This section includes information on market conditions and trends, analyzes manufacturers, and provides data on average prices paid by players, revenue and revenue shares of individual market players, sales and sales shares of individual players. Company Profiles: This part of the research provides in-depth, analytical information on the financial and business strategy data of some of the top players in the global Connected Rail Market. This chapter of the report also covers a number of other specifics, such as product/service descriptions, portfolios, regional reach, and revenue splits. Region-wise Sales Analysis: This portion of the study provides market data along with regional revenue, sales, and market share analysis. Additionally, it offers estimates for each examined regional market's sales and sales growth rate, pricing scheme, revenue, and other factors. North America (United States, Canada, and Mexico) Europe (Germany, France, UK, Russia, and Italy) Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, Korea, India, and Southeast Asia) South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, etc.) The Middle East and Africa (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa) The research study can answer the following Key questions: (1) What is the estimated size of the global Connected Rail Market at the end of the forecast period? (2) Is the segment-leading the global Connected Rail Market anticipated to retain its leadership? (3) Which regions demonstrate the maximum growth potential? (4) Does any player dominate the global Connected Rail Market? (5) What are the main drivers and restraints in the global Connected Rail Market? Want to customize this report? Ask here : https://www.skyquestt.com/speak-with-analyst/connected-rail-market Table of Contents Chapter 1 Industry Overview 1.1 Definition 1.2 Assumptions 1.3 Research Scope 1.4 Market Analysis by Regions 1.5 Market Size Analysis from 2024 to 2031 11.6 COVID-19 Outbreak: Connected Rail Market Industry Impact Chapter 2 Competition by Types, Applications, and Top Regions and Countries 2.1 Market (Volume and Value) by Type 2.3 Market (Volume and Value) by Regions Chapter 3 Production Market Analysis 3.1 Worldwide Production Market Analysis 3.2 Regional Production Market Analysis Chapter 4 Connected Rail Market Sales, Consumption, Export, Import by Regions Chapter 5 North America Market Analysis Chapter 6 East Asia Market Analysis Chapter 7 Europe Market Analysis Chapter 8 South Asia Market Analysis Chapter 9 Southeast Asia Market Analysis Chapter 10 Middle East Market Analysis Chapter 11 Africa Market Analysis Chapter 12 Oceania Market Analysis Chapter 13 Latin America Market Analysis Chapter 14 Company Profiles and Key Figures in Connected Rail Market Business Chapter 15 Market Forecast (2024-2031) Chapter 16 Conclusions About Us: SkyQuest is an IP focused Research and Investment Bank and Accelerator of Technology and assets. 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Stoke Therapeutics CMO sells $120,698 in stock"We call him Lucky Larry" - Why Dale Ellis wasn't impressed by Larry Bird's 1988 3-point shootout winNovember 26 - NFL Thanksgiving, Black Friday capsules --Thursday Chicago Bears (4-7) at Detroit Lions (10-1), 12:30 p.m. ET, CBS With a nine-game winning streak and 2-0 record in the division, the Lions are no easy prey for the Bears in the first game of the holiday tripleheader on Thursday. Chicago lost another game in walkoff fashion, 30-27 to the Vikings in overtime, their third such defeat in a five-game losing streak to deflate a feel-good 4-2 start. Signs of growth are evident for Bears rookie No. 1 pick Caleb Williams. Facing Minnesota's notably blitz-happy defense, Williams guided the Bears to 17 points in the fourth quarter to force OT. He had his third 300-yard game of the season and hasn't thrown an interception during the ongoing five-game skid. A lasting pain point since the Bears tasted victory at London in Week 6 is execution on third downs converting 21 of 73 since the bye week. With the short and fruitless drives becoming habitual, Chicago has seen improvement with Thomas Brown calling plays the past two games, although there are signs of a weary defense late in games. No time for a breather at Ford Field. The Lions are all-gas, no-brakes with 10 total touchdowns the past eight quarters. The Bears have 12 touchdowns in their past six games. Old friend David Montgomery faces his former Bears' teammates and is doing his part to put points up for the Lions with 11 rushing TDs in 11 games. Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown has more touchdowns (nine) than all Bears wide receivers combined (eight). Chicago's defense picked off Jared Goff five times in two games last season. He has 20 touchdown passes -- one TD catch -- and seven games with multiple TD passes in 2024. In recent games, the Bears' defense is getting scorched. Chicago has surrendered a league-worst 1,977 total yards since Week 8. New York Giants (2-9) at Dallas Cowboys (4-7), 4:30 p.m. ET, FOX Backup Tommy DeVito didn't enjoy much of his first start this season for the Giants behind an offensive line breached by the Buccaneers repeatedly. DeVito, elevated to the starting role upon the demotion and release of Daniel Jones, was sacked four times and hit early and often. But there are a couple of reasons the Giants might stick around in the rematch of their 20-15 loss to Dallas earlier this season. For starters, the Cowboys are 0-5 at home and also pushed their backup into a starting role. Cooper Rush threw two TD passes last week but he wasn't entirely responsible for Dallas putting up 34 points to upset Washington. They also had two implausible fourth-quarter kickoff return TDs and the Commanders suffered self-inflicted wounds, not the least of which was a missed extra point that would have tied the game at 27 with 14 seconds remaining. Given the state of affairs in New York, where rookie WR Malik Nabers defined the team's effort as soft, and the questionable health of DeVito's offensive line, the Cowboys are favored to sweep the two-game series from the Giants for the fourth consecutive season. Rush (knee) started the week hobbled but head coach Mike McCarthy said he was confident the QB would be ready for Thursday. Miami Dolphins (5-6) at Green Bay Packers (8-3), 8:20 p.m. ET, NBC If it's Miami on the road late in the season, we're talking temperature and the Dolphins' miserable record in sub-freezing conditions tells a depressing tale for the fish. Miami is 0-12 in its last 12 games when temps at kickoff are 26 degrees or lower and it could be at or under that number Thursday night. Green Bay's offensive line is setting the tone of late and it is built for plowing the path in front of RB Josh Jacobs, a downhill runner who is breaking tackles and taking names. Jacobs has six rushing touchdowns and three games with 95 rushing yards or more in the past four contests. The Dolphins haven't proven capable of being a run-first outfit with De'Von Achane limited to 32 yards on 10 carries last week. But he flashes big-play potential as a secondary option to QB Tua Tagovailoa. Since returning from IR, Tagovailoa has 1,043 passing yards, 10 TD passes and a completion percentage over 77. The Packers are in the primetime spotlight the next four weeks while attempting to work their way up the playoff pecking order. They've won five of the past six games with the Dolphins. This is the second consecutive game for Packers coach Matt LaFleur opposing a former co-worker in Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel. He beat Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers last week. All three overlapped on staffs with the Houston Texans (2008), Washington Redskins (2011-13) and Atlanta Falcons (2015-16). --Friday Las Vegas Raiders (2-9) at Kansas City Chiefs (10-1), 3 p.m. ET, Amazon Prime Normally cool and collected Chiefs coach Andy Reid nearly witnessed the coronary in Carolina courtesy of Bryce Young and the Panthers, who darted back into the game Sunday from an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to force a game-ending field goal by Kansas City's fill-in kicker Spencer Shrader. As if there was a reason needed to take the Raiders seriously, Las Vegas beat Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City on Christmas Day last season. Reid is 19-4 against the Raiders with the Chiefs and Mahomes is 11-2 since becoming the starter in 2018. Mahomes will become the Chiefs' all-time leader in TD passes with his next score, breaking an existing tie with Len Dawson (237). Mahomes has an entertaining history with Raiders pass rusher Maxx Crosby, largely out of respectful competition. Crosby's stamina will be tested by the Chiefs' methodical offense. Kansas City is first in the NFL in 10-play drives (32) and third-down percentage (52.7), areas where the Raiders' defense is below-average. Las Vegas is No. 22 in the NFL in third-down defense and allowed 104 total points in the past three games. Raiders QB Aidan O'Connell is preparing to start Friday and make his first appearance since a thumb injury sent him to IR Week 7. O'Connell returns to an offense leaning heavily on rookie TE Brock Bowers to produce. He leads the team with 74 receptions, 744 yards and three TD catches. He had five receptions for 55 yards in the Raiders' 27-20 loss to the Chiefs on Oct. 27. --Field Level Media Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles. , opens new tab

The decision by special counsel Jack Smith, who had fiercely sought to hold Mr Trump criminally accountable for his efforts to subvert the 2020 election, represented the end of the federal effort against the former president following his election victory this month despite the election-related cases and multiple other unrelated criminal charges against him. The move, announced in court papers, marks the end of the Justice Department’s landmark effort to hold Mr Trump accountable for what prosecutors called a criminal conspiracy to cling to power in the run-up to his supporters’ attack on the US Capitol on January 6 2021. In court papers, prosecutors said the Justice Department’s position “is that the Constitution requires that this case be dismissed before the defendant is inaugurated”. Mr Smith’s team emphasised that the move to abandon the prosecutions, in federal courts in Washington and Florida, was not a reflection of their view on the merits of the cases but rather a reflection of their commitment to longstanding department policy. “That prohibition is categorical and does not turn on the gravity of the crimes charged, the strength of the Government’s proof, or the merits of the prosecution, which the Government stands fully behind,” the prosecutors wrote in Monday’s court filing in the election interference case. The decision was expected after Mr Smith’s team began assessing how to wind down both the 2020 election interference case and the separate classified documents case in the wake of Mr Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. The Justice Department believes Trump can no longer be tried in accordance with longstanding policy that says sitting presidents cannot be prosecuted. Mr Trump has cast both cases as politically motivated and has vowed to fire Mr Smith as soon as he takes office in January. The 2020 election case brought last year was once seen as one of the most serious legal threats facing the Republican as he vied to reclaim the White House. However, it quickly stalled amid legal fighting over Mr Trump’s sweeping claims of immunity from prosecution for acts he took while in the White House. The US Supreme Court in July ruled for the first time that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution, and sent the case back to US District Judge Tanya Chutkan to determine which allegations in the indictment, if any, could proceed to trial. The case was just beginning to pick up steam again in the trial court in the weeks leading up to this year’s election. Mr Smith’s team filed a lengthy brief in October laying out new evidence they planned to use against him at trial, accusing him of “resorting to crimes” in an increasingly desperate effort to overturn the will over voters after he lost to President Joe Biden.Two New "Angel Fleet" Trailers Premiering Nationwide During Primetime 11-22-2024 09:32 PM CET | Leisure, Entertainment, Miscellaneous Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Pressat Audiences nationwide are set for a first look at the acclaimed short film "Angel Fleet" as two new trailers debut during primetime programming on streaming platforms and TV devices. Beginning Wednesday, November 20, the 15 and 30-second trailers will be broadcast between 7-10 p.m across US time zones, delivering a sneak peek at the aviation drama that has already captivated viewers at international film festivals. The trailers, designed to introduce a broader audience to Angel Fleet, feature key moments from the film, blending historical drama with emotional storytelling and its powerful soundtrack. Without revealing too much, these previews highlight the film's heartfelt tribute to aviation crews who have made the ultimate sacrifice throughout history. Viewers will get glimpses of Europe's last airworthy B-17 Flying Fortress, a central visual and symbolic element of the film. Filmmakers Tristan Loraine and Herb Jackson Jr. teamed up on the project to tell a unique story that captures hearts and minds. Following an impressive festival run, Angel Fleet has won awards and been recognized at multiple events, including the Birmingham Film Festival in the UK where it won the Audience Vote Award and the Culver City Film Festival. The team is now setting its sights on broader industry recognition. Recently, the film was officially submitted to the Academy Awards in the highly competitive Live Action Short category, reflecting its high-caliber storytelling and technical achievements. Executive Producer, Herb Jackon Jr, commented: "I believe that the magic of flight really captivates people, and it's clear that our film resonates not just with aviation enthusiasts but with a wider audience as well. The element of experiencing trauma from losing a loved one, especially a respected father figure in the industry, seems to strike a chord with many viewers. Throughout the filmmaking process, I learned that collaboration is absolutely essential. Having talented individuals makes a significant difference - our lead, Darcy Jacobs, truly delivered an outstanding performance, as did her co-star, Millie Lewis. This wonderful experience wouldn't have been possible without the guidance of our director, Tristan Lorraine, and our award-winning cinematographer, Anya Krasnikova." The primetime trailer debuts for Angel Fleet serve as a testament to how independent filmmaking can enter the mainstream and deliver compelling, socially resonant stories to diverse audiences. To learn more about the film visit the official website, angelfleetfilm.com [ https://angelfleetfilm.com/ ] About Fact Not Fiction Films Founded in 2006, Fact Not Fiction Films is an award-winning production company specializing in aviation-themed films, documentaries, and socially conscious storytelling. Based in Sussex, the studio has produced a number of critically acclaimed projects, including "A Dark Reflection," "Shady Lady," and "Spitfire Sisters." The company is dedicated to creating factually accurate, high-quality productions that inform, inspire, and entertain. For media inquiries or interview requests, please contact: Iain Alexander: press@iconicamedia.com Media Contact Company Name: Fact Not Fiction Films Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=two-new-angel-fleet-trailers-premiering-nationwide-during-primetime ] Country: United Kingdom Website: https://factnotfictionfilms.com This release was published on openPR.Georgia lawmakers consider funding research on how psychedelics might help veterans

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Subsea7 awarded contract in the US Gulf of MexicoCiting the Maharashtra and Jharkhand Assembly election results, Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi has said that regional parties will also sink if they decide to go with the Congress. Speaking to presspersons in Hubballi on Saturday, Mr. Joshi said that the Congress has already lost its existence. “The Congress is a sinking ship and those who hold its hand will also sink along with it. In Maharashtra, the Congress has suffered a crushing defeat and the regional parties that aligned with it have also sunk,” he said. He said that while it is natural that loss and victory are part of politics, the Congress has lost its very existence. “The Congress has now brought down Sharad Pawar’s NCP and Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena. The JMM has just escaped from being sunk by the Congress,” he said. Admitting that has been a debacle for the BJP in Jharkhand, he said that the BJP gave a tough fight to the Congress alliance there. Mr. Joshi also said that the Assembly elections in Maharashtra have once again proved that Rahul Gandhi is a failed leader. Sonia Gandhi is trying to fly the Congress aeroplane by installing a new engine but it has again failed to take off. Her attempts to launch Rahul Gandhi too have failed again, he said. ‘Ruling party winning natural’ Commenting on the victory of the Congress in the Karnataka bypolls, Mr. Joshi said that it is natural for the electorate to elect the ruling party members during byelections. The people usually vote for the ruling party in anticipation of additional allocation of funds for development. However, in this elections, money power and distribution of liquor have also played a prominent role, he added. The fact that Ministers and MLAs camped and worked at the gram panchayat level indicates the misuse of administration for the sake of winning the elections, he said and added that the party will introspect and contemplate on the reasons for the defeat in the byelections. Published - November 23, 2024 08:12 pm IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit

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The UN General Assembly on Wednesday overwhelmingly adopted a resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza, a symbolic gesture rejected by the United States and Israel. The resolution -- adopted by a vote of 158-9, with 13 abstentions -- urges "an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire," and "the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages" -- wording similar to a text vetoed by Washington in the Security Council last month. At that time, Washington used its veto power on the Council -- as it has before -- to protect its ally Israel, which has been at war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip since the Palestinian militant group's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel. It has insisted on the idea of making a ceasefire conditional on the release of all hostages in Gaza, saying otherwise that Hamas has no incentive to free those in captivity. Deputy US Ambassador Robert Wood repeated that position Wednesday, saying it would be "shameful and wrong" to adopt the text. Ahead of the vote, Israel's UN envoy Danny Danon said: "The resolutions before the assembly today are beyond logic. (...) The vote today is not a vote for compassion. It is a vote for complicity." The General Assembly often finds itself taking up measures that cannot get through the Security Council, which has been largely paralyzed on hot-button issues such as Gaza and Ukraine due to internal politics, and this time is no different. The resolution, which is non-binding, demands "immediate access" to widespread humanitarian aid for the citizens of Gaza, especially in the besieged north of the territory. Dozens of representatives of UN member states addressed the Assembly before the vote to offer their support to the Palestinians. "Gaza doesn't exist anymore. It is destroyed," said Slovenia's UN envoy Samuel Zbogar. "History is the harshest critic of inaction." That criticism was echoed by Algeria's deputy UN ambassador Nacim Gaouaoui, who said: "The price of silence and failure in the face of the Palestinian tragedy is a very heavy price, and it will be heavier tomorrow." Hamas's October 2023 attack on southern Israel resulted in the deaths of 1,208 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally based on official figures. That count includes hostages who died or were killed while being held in Gaza. Militants abducted 251 hostages, 96 of whom remain in Gaza, including 34 the Israeli military says are dead. Israel's retaliatory offensive in Gaza has killed at least 44,805 people, a majority of them civilians, according to data from the Hamas-run health ministry that is considered reliable by the United Nations. "Gaza today is the bleeding heart of Palestine," Palestinian UN Ambassador Riyad Mansour said last week during the first day of debate in the Assembly's special session on the issue. "The images of our children burning in tents, with no food in their bellies and no hopes and no horizon for the future, and after having endured pain and loss for more than a year, should haunt the conscience of the world and prompt action to end this nightmare," he said, calling for an end to the "impunity." The Gaza resolution calls on UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to present "proposals on how the United Nations could help to advance accountability" by using existing mechanisms or creating new ones based on past experience. The Assembly, for example, created an international mechanism to gather evidence of crimes committed in Syria starting from the outbreak of civil war in 2011. A second resolution calling on Israel to respect the mandate of the UN agency supporting Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) and allow it to continue its operations was passed Wednesday by a vote of 159-9 with 11 abstentions. Israel has voted to ban the organization starting January 28, after accusing some UNRWA employees of taking part in Hamas's devastating attack. abd/sst/jgcNone

The states Americans left behind to move to Florida — and where people moving out of Florida headed for greener pasturesHow Trump's bet on voters electing him managed to silence some of his legal woes