The operation to extract him from the ground in hostile territory was hugely complex and involved multiple US government agencies. Read full story Author:
Oil prices choppy after expletive-laden Trump threat to Iran
Brent crude rose above $110 before those gains eased after a report of US-Iran talks over a potential ceasefire. Read full story Author:
Trump declares victory in Iran war after rescue, but threats to US operation still loom
The rescue could impact how Trump views a ground operation to take Kharg Island or to seize enriched uranium sites. Read full story Author:
‘I’d have been a miserable champion’: Why Britain’s ‘next Anthony Joshua’ quit boxing
Delicious Orie discusses his shock decision to retire from boxing and why he wants to be a role model for the younger generation. Read full story Author:
Could saunas become the ‘new pub’ when it comes to socialising?
Wales’ picturesque landscape lends itself to sauna use, in a similar way to Finland, a business owner said. Read full story Author:
‘I adore her now’: Mother learns to cope with child’s autism in a country with little help
Malawian Martha Ongwane, brought low by her daughter’s autism, found a rare support group. Read full story Author:
Spain’s huge pork industry seeks salvation from swine fever threat
Countries around the world, including the US, have already stopped imports over the outbreak. Read full story Author:
On Iran, Trump Keeps World Off Balance With Ever-Changing Threats
Global leaders are struggling in their efforts to find a way to end the American-Israeli war on Iran, and they are spooked about what President Trump might do next. Read …
Trump administration’s secrecy on health deals alarms experts, governments
A dearth of information has been disclosed about the agreements, fueling speculation that the “America First” approach to foreign aid is exploitative. Go to Source Author: Adam Taylor
More states adopt college entrance exam touted by conservatives despite concerns
Military academies and colleges in North Carolina and Indiana will soon accept the Classic Learning Test, embraced by the Trump administration and mainly featuring Western texts. Read full story Author: …
War-driven energy crisis boosts China’s sales pitch for renewable tech
Sales of Chinese electric vehicles and solar panels have surged since the start of the Iran war, companies say. Go to Source Author: Rudy Lu
From Oman, a waterfront view of the embattled Strait of Hormuz
Residents of Khasab, a sleepy exclave that depends on fishing and tourism, are frustrated by the war in Iran and fearful of what’s next. Go to Source Author: Rachel Chason
Plaschke: Bruising Bruins dominate South Carolina, bring another NCAA national title to Westwood
UCLA coach Clori Close built on lessons learned from John Wooden and steered the Bruins to a lopsided win over South Carolina to clinch a national title. Read full story …
Swanson: Gabriela Jaquez achieves the UCLA championship she always dreamed of
Gabriela Jaquez knew as a child she wanted to play at UCLA and win a national title with the Bruins, and she achieved that dream in her final college game. …
UCLA crushes South Carolina to win NCAA women’s basketball national championship
Behind standout efforts from Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez, the UCLA women’s basketball team defeats South Carolina 79-51 for its first national title since 1978. Read full story Author: Marisa …
After daring rescue inside Iran, bellowing threats from Trump
President Trump threatened to escalate strikes if Iran doesn’t open the Strait of Hormuz by his Tuesday deadline. Details emerge of a U.S. airman’s rescue in Iran. Read full story …
Tori Spelling and four of her children injured in car crash
The actor was traveling in Temecula when her vehicle was hit by another driver who was allegedly speeding and ran a red light. Read full story Author: Stephen Battaglio
A Harrowing Race Against Time to Find a Downed U.S. Airman in Iran
For the Iranians, the Air Force colonel whose fighter jet had been shot down was possible leverage. For the U.S. military, finding him was a moral imperative. Go to Source …
Trump Revels in Threats to Commit War Crimes in Iran
The president said he would bomb Iran “back to the Stone Ages.” Until this administration, American leaders had insisted they were trying to follow international law in war. Go to …
It’s Holy Week, but Jerusalem’s Old City is quiet and eerily empty
The Austrian Hospice urges groups of Christian pilgrims to book 16 months ahead. One night this week, a receptionist warned a Post reporter she would be the only guest. Go …