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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
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8th grader from San Diego exits national spelling bee
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — An eighth grader from San Diego who participated in the Scripps National Spelling Bee on the East Coast was knocked out of the competition Wednesday. Duaa Ouznali, a 13-year-old from Bright Horizon Academy, ended her run tied for 74th place, according to media outlets covering the competition. The spelling bee kicked off Tuesday at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Maryland. PREVIOUS: 13-year-old San Diego student competing in national spelling bee Ouznali was one of over 240 spellers from around the world vying for the title of national spelling bee champion. In the first round, Ouznali advanced after correctly spelling the word 'telegnosis,' which is defined as the 'knowledge of distant happenings obtained by occult or unknown means,' according to Merriam-Webster. During the second round, Ouznali correctly defined the word 'malfeasance,' meaning 'wrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official,' per Merriam-Webster. She then passed a written test before heading to the quarterfinals. The San Diegan then correctly spelled the word 'shinplaster,' meaning 'a piece of privately issued paper currency,' the UT reported. Ouznali made it to the fifth round of the competition but did not advance after she incorrectly gave the definition for the word 'temporal,' which is defined by Merriam-Webster as 'of or relating to time as opposed to eternity.' To make it to the national level, Ouznali beat out more than 90 other spellers at the regional spelling bee at the Jackie Robinson Family YMCA in San Diego, which took place on March 6. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Automotive
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Lines form at local DMVs as Real ID requirements go into effect
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — DMVs across the county are experiencing long lines as people rush to obtain their Real IDs, which are now required for domestic flights and access to federal buildings. Many arrived early on Wednesday morning, such as in San Diego's Clairemont neighborhood, to secure their place in the DMV line. That included local Anthony Garcia, who told FOX 5/KUSI that he was prepared to wait it out with his coffee and breakfast in hand. Now that Real IDs are essential for travelers and those needing entry into federal facilities, many are rushing to start the process of obtaining them before their upcoming trips. REAL ID in California: What to know if you will miss the deadline For example, Garcia plans to travel to Wisconsin in August to visit his daughter, which is why he is trying to secure the new ID ahead of time. DMV officials are reminding applicants to bring all necessary documents, even if they have started the process online. This includes provide proof of identity, Social Security number and proof of California residency. One local applicant said, 'So I uploaded my document, but I didn't bring the entire file so they made me come back again.' Flying without a REAL ID? Here's what to expect Another San Diegan ensured he had all required paperwork for his renewal and Real ID application, stating, 'It's a renewal, drivers license and real ID.' For those without a Real ID, domestic travel is still possible, but additional identity checks at airports will be necessary. As the deadline for Real ID requirements passes, DMV locations are expected to remain busy. FOX 5's Elizabeth Alvarez contributed to this report. All facts from this article were gathered by FOX 5/KUSI journalists. This article was converted into this format with assistance from artificial intelligence. It has been edited and approved by FOX 5/KUSI staff. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to FOX 5 San Diego & KUSI News.
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
San Diego resident witnesses car speeding into crowd during a Filipino celebration in Vancouver
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A day full of celebrating Filipino arts, culture, and food in Vancouver, Canada, at the Lapu Lapu day block party ended in tragedy Saturday. Local San Diegan Maria Donato was there selling her Filipino-inspired jewelry brand, Sunkissed Pinay. 'People were coming out of the performance area and just going home and there were still people shopping by my booth,' said Donato. It was moments later when Donato saw a vehicle speeding down the street. 'It was around 8:15 when I was just helping a customer. We heard a loud bang. The car just sped by really fast. I was kind of just shocked.' She said she felt frozen in time as the car barreled into a large crowd. 'He just ran into them and I literally saw bodies in the air. That was how horrible it was,' said Donato. 11 people were killed and more than two dozen others were injured. The 30-year-old man behind the wheel has been arrested and charged with murder. Police said he has a history of mental illness and they're confident it was not an act of terrorism. With recent attacks mirroring what happened in Vancouver last weekend, Donato says she's hesitant about joining future outdoor events unless there are stricter safety measures in place. At the Lapu Lapu block party there were no significant barriers in place to deter or stop a vehicle. Donato said she still gets emotional thinking about the destruction that unfolded in front of her. 'The images of the bodies in the air. It's in my head still. I try not to think about it, but it just comes into my mind. I think overall I'm doing a lot better, but what I'm going through is nothing compared to the victims,' Donato said. She added that another reason for sharing her experience is to put a spotlight on what happened so that more people can help the victims involved. She is also circulating a link with a roundup of fundraisers for those personally impacted by the tragedy. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
