Hundreds of Palestinians are expected to be released under a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Among the first were a political activist and a freelance journalist. Go to Source …
Déjà Flu: How To Avoid Another Lockdown
President Donald Trump withdrew America from the World Health Organization on the first day of the second presidency. Trump cited the WHO’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, a sentiment many …
Bernie Sanders: Kingmaker
Bernie Sanders isn’t the Democrats’ presidential heir apparent; he’s their coming kingmaker. The Democrats’ discredited establishment and glaring need to counter Republicans’ rising populist wave argue for it. The Democrats’ …
On Fact-Checking and Bobbleheads
I spent a week in Milwaukee last summer at the Republican National Convention and developed an appreciation for the place. I liked the people. The city has several nice public …
West Bank celebrations as freed Palestinian prisoners return
The BBC’s Jon Donnison watched on in Ramallah as the former captives were greeted by cheering crowds. Read full story Author:
The Traitors finale was most-watched live episode in show’s history
More than seven million viewers tuned in live to The Traitors: The Final. Read full story Author:
Boy charged with murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross
The boy, 14, is accused of killing Leo Ross, who suffered knife wounds in Hall Green, on Tuesday. Read full story Author:
Pete Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary as Vance Breaks Tie Vote
With two G.O.P. senators opposed, Pete Hegseth, President Trump’s pick for defense secretary, can afford to lose only one more. If he is confirmed, it is likely to be by …
What is FEMA, the agency Trump has threatened to get rid of?
Ahead of a tour of two states struck by natural disasters, President Donald Trump criticized the disaster response agency as “very bureaucratic” and “very slow.” Read full story Author: Marisa …
A Chicago school said ICE agents visited. It was the Secret Service.
School officials said ICE agents tried to enter Hamline Elementary Friday morning, spurring panic. The Secret Service later claimed responsibility. Read full story Author: Hannah Natanson, Kim Bellware, Arelis R. …
The Latest Gaza Hostages Freed: Women Whose Hamas Warnings Were Ignored
The swap for four soldiers stationed on the border of the Gaza Strip at Nahal Oz follows 15 months of captivity and a campaign by their families. Read full story …
Hamas Releases Four Female Israeli Soldiers Under Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
The hostages are the second set to be released since the multiphase agreement came into effect, raising hopes for a lasting end to the war. Read full story (WSJ subscription …
Beijing Signals Readiness to Talk to Trump’s Team, Even Old Foes
The Chinese foreign minister spoke by phone with Marco Rubio, the new secretary of state who has been a critic of Beijing. Read full story (WSJ subscription required) Author:
Canada Is Becoming a Fentanyl Exporter, and a Target for Trump
The drug is increasingly manufactured in and trafficked from the U.S.’s northern neighbor, though the numbers remain small compared with Mexico. Read full story (WSJ subscription required) Author:
A Chicago school said ICE agents visited. It was the Secret Service.
School officials said ICE agents tried to enter Hamline Elementary Friday morning, spurring panic. The Secret Service later claimed responsibility. Read full story Author: Hannah Natanson, Kim Bellware, Arelis R. …
Biden embraced diversity efforts. Trump has moved to demolish them.
Trump and Biden have long been on opposite sides of America’s issues with racism, the fight against discrimination and for diversity, equity and inclusion. Read full story Author: Joe Davidson
Hamas frees four Israeli female soldiers as fragile ceasefire holds in Gaza
Israeli hostages Liri Elbag, Naama Levy, Karina Ariev and Daniella Gilboa were released by Hamas on Saturday, and transferred to Red Cross vans in Gaza City. Go to Source Author: …
Israel Welcomes the Return of the Women Who Warned of a Raid From Gaza
Young female “spotters” for Israel’s army reported suspicious activity across the border. When Hamas attacked, 15 were killed and seven abducted. Four came home on Saturday. Go to Source Author: …
Here’s What We Know About the 4 Released Hostages
The young women were working as “spotters” for Israel’s army when they were abducted in the Hamas-led attack on Oct. 7, 2023. Go to Source Author: Natan Odenheimer, Ephrat Livni, …
Trump reverses Biden actions intended to protect abortion access
The president reinstated a policy blocking U.S. aid to foreign organizations that use funds for abortion. He also overturned two Biden executive orders, contending they violated the law barring federal …