The holiday season can be particularly tough for those experiencing homelessness, as colder temperatures and feelings of isolation set in. But for many in San Diego, Uptown Community Service Center offers warmth, hope, and essential support.

This week, the center hosted a Thanksgiving distribution.

“I’ve seen amazing things go down over here,” said Bonnie, a volunteer who has personally experienced homelessness on and off for the past five years.

“I love helping people. That’s my life,” she shared. “We give life, we give food, we give happiness and love.”

At their new location in City Heights, Uptown Community Service Center serves as a lifeline for many, operating Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. It provides necessities like winter clothing and toiletries, along with resources aimed at helping individuals get back on their feet.

“People in California don’t realize how cold they can get over here,” added Bonnie.

Each year, Uptown assists more than 2,000 San Diegans.

As the holidays approach, Uptown Community Service Center encourages donations to help those in need. Items like socks, underwear, winter clothing, and toiletries can make a significant impact on the lives of those they serve.

For more information or to learn how you can help, visit Uptown Community Service Center’s websiteor stop by their City Heights location.

• Do YOU know ‘Daniel San Diego’ from his time in Wales? Contact shannon.mcguigan@mailonline.co.uk 

By SHANNON MCGUIGAN

Published: 18:04 GMT, 26 November 2024 | Updated: 19:12 GMT, 26 November 2024

One of the FBI’s most wanted fugitives has been arrested in North Wales after being on the run for over two decades, according to the US intelligence agency.

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Daniel Andreas San Diego, 46, was among the FBI’s ‘most wanted terrorists’ following two bombings in the area of San Francisco, California, in August 2003. 

Two bombs detonated on an Emeryville campus – a biotechnology corporation –  an hour apart in the summer of that year, Sky reports. 

The following September, a bomb wrapped in nails blew up at a nutritional products corporation in Pleasanton, however no one was injured, according to the bureau. 

The US intelligence agency issued a warrant for San Diego’s arrest in October 2003, however he vanished before he could be taken into custody. 

The National Crime Agency alongside North Wales Police  apprehended the 46-year-old on Monday near Conwy in North Wales.

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It is believed that he was arrested at a property located in a rural area near a forest 

According to his FBI most wanted profile, San Diego reportedly has links to ‘animal rights extremist groups’, with the alleged terrorist was known to possess a handgun.

There was also a reward of $250,000 (£199,000) on offer for details leading to his arrest.  

Daniel Andreas San Diego, 46, (Pictured) was among the FBI’s ‘most wanted terrorists’ following two bombings in the area of San Francisco in August 2003

The National Crime Agency – the UK’s law enforcement agency – alongside the North Wales Police and the Counter Terrorism Policing  apprehended Mr San Diego on Monday near Conwy 

He has been allegedly linked to a bombing in Emeryville at a biotechnology corporation (Pictured in 2003)

In September 2003, a bomb wrapped in nails blew up at a nutritional products corporation in Pleasanton, however no one was injured, according to the FBI (Pictured: Emergency response in Emeryville in 2003)

It is believed Mr San Diego at links to ‘animal rights extremist groups’ according to the FBI (Pictured: Emergency services in Emeryville in 2003)

There was also a reward of $250,000 (£199,000) on offer for details leading to his arrest, as the alleged terrorist was known to possess a handgun (Pictured: The biotech firm in California)

On Tuesday, he appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court as the procedure for his extradition to face charges in the US starts.

San Diego was known to follow a vegan diet and would not eat meat or food containing animal products, according to his FBI most wanted profile. .

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FBI Director Christopher Wray said: ‘There’s a right way and a wrong way to express your views in our country, and turning to violence and destruction of property is not the right way.’ 

‘Daniel San Diego’s arrest after more than 20 years… shows that no matter how long it takes, the FBI will find you and hold you accountable.’ 

An NCA spokesperson said: ‘On Monday 25 November 2024, officers from the National Crime Agency, supported by colleagues from Counter Terrorism Policing and North Wales Police, arrested Daniel Andreas San Diego, aged 46, in the Conwy area of Wales, at the request of the US authorities. 

‘He appeared at Westminster Magistrates Court today (26 November) as extradition proceedings began. He was remanded in custody.’ 

This is a breaking news story. Updates to follow. 

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U.S. Treasury yields were higher on Tuesday as investors looked ahead to the latest Federal Reserve meeting minutes and key economic data due this week.

At 4:17 a.m. ET, the yield on the 10-year Treasury was up by nearly four basis points to 4.302%. The 2-year Treasury yield was last at 4.278% after rising by more than two basis points.

Yields and prices have an inverted relationship. One basis point equals 0.01%.

Investors considered the state of the economy as they looked to upcoming data and weighed the outlook for monetary policy as the Federal Reserve’s latest meeting minutes are set to be released.

The minutes are due Tuesday and, in a week that is quiet when it comes to comments from Fed officials, investors will be scanning them closely for more hints about what could be next for interest rates. The Fed cut rates at its last two meetings, with one remaining this year on Dec. 17-18.

CME Group’s FedWatch tool last showed that traders were pricing in an around 56% chance of rates being cut again then, with a roughly 44% chance of rates staying unchanged.

Also on Tuesday, consumer confidence insights for November and October’s new home sales data is expected.

Key inflation data is set to be published as the week continues, with the personal consumption expenditure price index for October due Wednesday. The PCE is the Fed’s favored inflation gauge and could therefore inform its monetary policy decisions.

Investors also continued to assess President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of hedge fund executive Scott Bessent as Treasury secretary. The pick has widely soothed any nervousness and concerns about the future of the U.S. economy as they expect Bessent to prioritize economic and market stability.