On Gaza, President Trump put few, if any, guardrails on Israel’s offensive, bucking international demands for a cease-fire. Then he changed course. Go to Source Author: David E. Sanger and …
Israel and Hamas Were Not Ready for a Comprehensive Peace Deal, Mediator Says
The Qatari prime minister told The New York Times that Gaza war mediators decided to delay talks on more difficult issues so a hostage-prisoner swap could be concluded quickly. Go …
When police are bad drivers: LAPD crashes kill — and payouts soar past $90 million
Two brothers injured in a crash caused by a speeding LAPD officer were recently awarded an $18-million legal settlement — one of many cases in recent years where taxpayers shelled …
Afghanistan and Pakistan claim to kill dozens of soldiers in border clash
Afghanistan’s Taliban government and Pakistan traded fire overnight, marking one of the deadliest border clashes since the fall of Kabul in 2021. Go to Source Author: Leo Sands, Haq Nawaz …
Bracing for war, Venezuela’s Maduro starts Christmas early — again
It’s an annual tradition: Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro, feeling pressure from opponents or enemies, plays Santa. Venezuelans aren’t buying it. Go to Source Author: Ana Herrero, Tobi Raji, Matthew Brown
Minister says Starmer security adviser had no role in China spy case evidence
The Conservatives suggest Jonathan Powell’s role led to the collapse of the prosecutions against two men. Read full story Author:
What can the King do about Prince Andrew scandals?
What sanctions could King Charles apply to Prince Andrew after the latest claims about links to Epstein? Read full story Author:
Universities must tackle antisemitism, says education secretary
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson says Jewish students do not feel safe, as she sets out measures to tackle antisemitism. Read full story Author:
A Test Now for Israel: Can It Repair Its Ties to Americans?
Israel’s advocates fear that its conduct of the war has cost it the support of an entire generation of U.S. voters. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: David M. …
Israelis and Palestinians Await Hostage-Prisoner Swap With Relief and Elation
Under the first phase of the new cease-fire deal, all living hostages in Gaza are expected to be released in the next 24 hours in exchange for about 2,000 Palestinians …
Black Unemployment Is Surging Again. This Time Is Different.
Federal layoffs and an end to diversity initiatives have weakened a historically strong labor market for Black workers. Read full story (NYT subscription required) Author: Lydia DePillis
Towns are saying no to AI data centers. One got sued over it.
A developer sued a Michigan township after it voted against a data center proposal. Cities in Ohio and Missouri have explored data center bans. Read full story Author: Daniel Wu
Towns are saying no to AI data centers. One got sued over it.
A developer sued a Michigan township after it voted against a data center proposal. Cities in Ohio and Missouri have explored data center bans. Read full story Author: Daniel Wu
Sixteen dead after Tennessee plant explosion, sheriff says
“Anyone that was inside that building … we can assume that they are deceased at this point,” Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said Saturday. Read full story Author: María Luisa …
Sixteen dead after Tennessee plant explosion, sheriff says
“Anyone that was inside that building … we can assume that they are deceased at this point,” Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said Saturday. Read full story Author: María Luisa …
Everything is bigger in Texas. A Brit takes a spin through the state fair.
Flame-grilled and fried was the definition of the event, both the food and the weather. Read full story Author: Katie Tarrant
These American athletes are finding a second home in South Korean sports
Americans Austin Dean, Jameel Warney and Dustin Nippert all took a gamble on moving their professional sports careers to South Korea. It paid off. Go to Source Author: Bart Schaneman
Her grandma saved her from the Russians, then chose to say goodbye
The 9-year-old Ukrainian girl had been separated from her mother for more than three years, and now the two have to get to know each other all over again. Go …
Climate-curious but confused? Grab a beer and some cards.
Fresk converts the latest climate science into a hands-on card game, helping players understand the causes, effects and feedback loops of climate change. Go to Source Author: Katharine Houreld
Israelis Rally for Hostages in Gaza, Hoping It Will Be the Last Time
At a Tel Aviv rally, Israelis thanked President Trump for the cease-fire that paved the way for release of the remaining hostages. They were less enthused about their own country’s …