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AP Week in Pictures: Global

Feb. 2-8, 2024 Taylor Swift received album of the year for “Midnights” at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, an unmatched achievement earning her a fourth career Grammy for album of the year. Miley Cyrus delivered a spectacular performance of “Flowers,” after receiving a Grammy for best pop solo performance. Britain’s Prince William returned to royal duties at an investiture …

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Chicago plays Orlando, looks for 4th straight road win

Chicago Bulls (25-27, ninth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Orlando Magic (28-24, eighth in the Eastern Conference) Orlando, Florida; Saturday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Chicago will try to keep its three-game road win streak intact when the Bulls play Orlando. The Magic are 18-14 in conference games. Orlando is 14-20 against opponents with a winning record. The Bulls are …

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Israel’s next target in Gaza war is likely Rafah. Terrified people say there’s nowhere left to go

RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Gaza’s southernmost town, Rafah, is bursting at the seams. Nearly the last place spared an Israeli offensive so far, Rafah’s population has more than quintupled with Palestinians streaming in to escape fighting. They pack by the dozens into apartments. Sidewalks and once-empty lots are clogged with tents full of families. Panic and despair are rising …

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