Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Feb 29 2024 10:00 (EST)
This is AP News. I'm Rita Folle. We're hearing from the Israelis now after more than 100 people were killed when Israeli troops fired on a crowd of Palestinians waiting for aid in Gaza City. That's according to witnesses and health officials. The AP's Karen Shamas. In nearby Shifa hospital, patients lay bloodied on mattresses on the floor. Law injured Palestinian Kamal Abunahal told the AP that Israeli soldiers started shooting at desperate crowds of people waiting for aid. After they stopped shooting, we went back to get our aid. By the time I got flour and some canned goods and took it down from the truck, they shot at us. They shot me and the truck driver left and ran over my leg, lying on the floor frustrated and exhausted, he added. If you want to get us aid this way, then you might as well not bring anything. I'm Karen Shamas. Israeli officials acknowledged the troops opened fire, saying they did so after the crowd approached in a threatening way. Immigration is a leading issue in the presidential campaign, and both President Biden and Donald Trump are visiting the U.S.-Mexico border today. The AP's Sagar Magani. The president says he'd been planning to visit Texas and will be in Brownsville. Donald Trump will be about 325 miles away in Eagle Pass along the corridor, seeing the biggest number of illegal crossings. The dueling visits are a sign of immigration's central role in the election, with both men looking to take advantage. We don't have to tell you, prices have been going up. This morning, we got word. The prices rose a little bit from December to January, 0.3%. The number of layoffs is still low, though more American supply for unemployment last week. A warning from Russian President Putin. Western nations should avoid getting more involved in the war in Ukraine. He says there's a risk of a global nuclear conflict. This is AP News. A fond look back now at the life of comedian Richard Lewis. He died on Tuesday night. Comedian Richard Lewis has died at his home in Los Angeles after suffering a heart attack, according to his publicist. Lewis was 76. Richard Lewis was known for turning his anxieties into stream of conscious stand-up. He also starred with Jamie Lee Curtis in the TV series Anything But Love, as Prince John in the film Robin Hood Men and Tights, and in Curbier enthusiasm with Larry David, who he met at sports camp as kids. Lewis said in a 2008 AP interview, musician Lou Reed told him what his legacy would be. He said, "You're going to be that neurotic Jewish comedian. I don't care if you win three Oscars. That's it. So, you know, get over it." And I did get over it. Lewis once told GQ the reason he always wore black is because he loved the cowboys in Have Gun Will Travel. I'm Archie Zaroleda. Gas is about 332 a gallon, up 5 cents in a week, says the AAA. I'm Rita Folay, AP News. Southwest is full of Mile High Heart. That's why we're giving Denver more flights than ever before. That means more heart for all, because no one pays change or cancel fees, and everyone gets two free bags. So when you're ready to get away, we're ready to give Denver all of our Mile High Heart. But today at Southwest.com. Based on USDOT O&D scheduled daily flights from Denver starting in July 2023, so pass all prior days as a 512-2023, fair difference may apply failure to cancel a reservation at least 10 minutes prior to schedule departure may result in 4-bit of travel funds. First and second, check bags, wait in size limit supply. Hey there, did you know King Supers always gives you savings and rewards on top of our lower than low prices? And when you download the King Supers app, you'll enjoy over $500 in savings every week with digital coupons. And don't forget fuel points to help you save up to $1 per gallon at the pump. Want to save even more? With a Boost membership, you'll get double fuel points and free delivery. So shop and save big at King Supers today. King Supers, fresh for everyone. Savings may vary by state. Restrictions apply. See site for details. Hello Saver! Whether you're saving for that trip to the tropics or saving for an emergency, now is the time to take advantage of Wells Fargo's savings options. Wells Fargo offers savings accounts that can help you save towards your goals. So what are you saving for? Visit a Wells Fargo branch or Wells Fargo.com/save to open a savings account today. Wells Fargo bank NA member FDIC. Verbo vacation homes come with 24/7 live support. So if you ever need anything, you can reach a real person in about a minute. Because if it's 4 a.m. and you need assistance, the last thing you want to do is wait to talk to a robot. Hey, how can I help? After all, live support is an amenity every vacation home should have. Verbo, private vacation rentals for you and your people.