Machado is recognised for “tireless work promoting democratic rights” in Venezuela, the Nobel Committee says. Read full story Author:
Gregg Wallace claims BBC caused him ‘distress and harassment’
The former MasterChef presenter is seeking up to £10,000 in damages from the BBC, court documents show. Read full story Author:
M.I.T. Rejects a White House Offer for Special Funding Treatment
The Trump administration offered nine universities benefits in exchange for signing an agreement to protect conservative voices, among other things. M.I.T. was the first to refuse. Go to Source Author: …
Sister Jean, nun and sensation on basketball sidelines, dies at 106
As chaplain for Loyola University Chicago’s hoops team, Jean Dolores Schmidt enjoyed a sudden fame with the squad’s 2018 NCAA Tournament performance. Her motto: “Worship, Work, Win.” Read full story …
Sister Jean, nun and sensation on basketball sidelines, dies at 106
As chaplain for Loyola University Chicago’s hoops team, Jean Dolores Schmidt enjoyed a sudden fame with the squad’s 2018 NCAA Tournament performance. Her motto: “Worship, Work, Win.” Read full story …
This man thrifts all year to create free Halloween costumes for kids
Christophe Waggoner hosts a yearly event for kids — plus adults and dogs — to pick out free Halloween costumes he gathers and mends. Read full story Author: Sydney Page
María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, wins Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel Prize committee recognized María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader in hiding, for fighting for democracy in her country. Go to Source Author: Steve Hendrix, Samantha Schmidt
Powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake rocks southern Philippines
The quake, centered off the coast of Mindanao, struck at 9:43 a.m. local time but the extent of the damage was not immediately clear. Go to Source Author: Andrew Jeong
Russian attacks plunge Ukrainian cities into cold and darkness
Russia shifted its focus from destroying power plants to the natural gas facilities used to heat homes during the cold winter months. Go to Source Author: David Stern
Israel Says Cease-Fire Is in Effect in Gaza
The statement came after Israel approved a deal between Israel and Hamas to pave the way for the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Go to Source Author: …
Dodgers defeat Phillies in a wild, instant-classic walk-off to reach the NLCS
A bases-loaded throwing error to home plate by Phillies reliever Orion Kerkering in the 11th inning allows the Dodgers to take a series-clinching 2-1 win. Read full story Author: Jack …
Plaschke: A wild finish propels the Dodgers into NLCS and past their toughest playoff test
Yeah, the rest of their journey should be the easy part, the Dodgers already conquering their Goliath equal in a Phillies series that was essentially the World Series. Read full …
LAPD spokesperson resigns after U.S. attorney complains about alleged leak, sources say
Jennifer Forkish, the LAPD’s public information director, said she resigned Thursday. Sources familiar with her ouster said the acting U.S. attorney contacted LAPD leaders alleging a suspected leak from her …
What to know about the Gaza ceasefire deal
Trump’s framework to end the war in Gaza is the basis for an initial agreement between Israel and Hamas. Go to Source Author: Susannah George, Sammy Westfall
Live updates: Israel and Hamas sign first phase of Gaza ceasefire deal that would release hostages
The ceasefire deal’s initial phase, if implemented, would halt fighting in Gaza to release hostages in exchange for Israel’s release of Palestinian prisoners. Go to Source Author: Abbie Cheeseman, Kelly …
How Jared Kushner, a Self-Described ‘Deal Guy,’ Helped Broker a Gaza Breakthrough
Trained in New York City real estate, the president’s son-in-law had a single goal: Get to a yes first, and hash out the details later. “It’s just different being deal …
Who Are the Hostages Believed Alive in Gaza?
Israel says 20 living hostages are held by Hamas, set for release in a prisoner exchange together with the remains of those who died. Here’s what we know about them. …
Democratic Alarm Over an Unbound Trump Fuels Shutdown Standoff
The threat of rising Obamacare premiums has been Democrats’ main focus in the public debate, but the president’s defiance of laws, norms and congressional constraints has helped hold them together …
L.A. County considers declaring state of emergency to fight back against ICE raids
L.A. County supervisors are considering a state of emergency in response to the wave of immigration raids, which would pave the way to an eviction moratorium. Read full story Author: …
She found an LAPD official’s AirTag. Her lawsuit claims it derailed her career
Sgt. Jessica Bell’s lawsuit alleges blowback for coming forward about a former LAPD official who was accused of tracking an ex-girlfriend with a hidden AirTag. Read full story Author: Libor …