LATEST NEWS STORIES AS OF FEBRUARY 14 2025

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LATEST NEWS STORIES AS OF FEBRUARY 14 2025

International News

• Australia-China Tensions: Defence experts warn that an Australian military personnel could be killed following a recent incident where a Chinese fighter jet fired flares within 30 meters of an Australian aircraft in the South China Sea. The Australian government has expressed concerns over the safety of their personnel, while former officials and strategists emphasize the growing pattern of China's aggressive behavior towards Australia.

  dailytelegraph.com.au

• Middle East Hostage Release: Families of Israeli hostages have welcomed the news that three men, kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7, 2023, are expected to be freed on Saturday. This release follows a recent agreement between Israel and Hamas, involving the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.

  apnews.com

National News (United States)

• Fare Evasion Measures: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has installed metal shields on turnstiles at the Brooklyn Bridge-City Hall/Chambers Street subway station in Manhattan to prevent fare evasion. Despite these efforts, commuters remain unimpressed, with some easily overcoming the barriers. The MTA faces an ongoing battle to reduce fare evasion, which costs roughly $500 million annually.
  nypost.com

Entertainment

• Justice Sonia Sotomayor's New Book: Justice Sonia Sotomayor is set to release a new children's picture book titled "Just Shine! How to Be a Better You" on September 9, inspired by her late mother, Celina Báez. The book focuses on the story of a little girl from Puerto Rico who recognizes the unique qualities in others and helps them shine their brightest.
  people.com

Sports

• Welsh Open Snooker Tournament: The Welsh Open snooker tournament is nearing its conclusion in Llandudno, with thrilling quarter-final matches underway. Mark Selby is set to face John Higgins in a crucial match today. Additionally, 2023 world champion Luca Brecel will compete against Welshman Jackson Page later. With the previous year's winner, Gary Wilson, eliminated in the opening round, the tournament is guaranteed to see a new champion crowned this weekend.