ISIS Loses Last Toe-Hold In Syria, But Remains A Threat In The Region
ISIS lost its last hold in Syria over the weekend. The Trump administration calls this a critical milestone in the effort to defeat the extremist group but says ISIS remains a threat in the region.
As ISIS fell, Syrian hospital inundated by wave of its children
Tucked away within the heart of a bustling souk in northeastern Syria lies a hospital treating dozens of babies, gravely ill survivors of the final siege against the Islamic State’s so-called caliphate. The majority are the children of foreign fighter…
Israel Says The Hamas Militant Group In Gaza Launched A Rocket At Israel
A rocket launched from Gaza toward central Israel injured seven people and prompted Israel’s prime minister to cut short a trip to Washington, D.C. Before leaving, he met with President Trump.
Why Americans need a peek at the Mueller report
According to Attorney General William Barr, the main conclusion of the nearly two-year investigation by special counsel Robert Mueller is that members of Donald Trump’s campaign did not conspire or coordinate with Russia in its meddling in the 2016 ele…
Challenge for 2020 Democrats: How to rise above the pack
Elizabeth Warren, the senior senator from Massachusetts, is on a tear, teeing up one policy proposal after another. In recent weeks, Senator Warren has proposed a “wealth tax,” the breakup of Big Tech, universal child care, a housing plan, and an end …
Author Says New Zealand Massacre Points To A Global Resurgence Of ‘Extremism’
J.M. Berger, who studies extremist movements, warns that white nationalism is a growing phenomenon worldwide — with many in the movement drawing inspiration from President Trump.
Sackler Family Suspends Philanthropic Giving To U.K. Museums
Two philanthropic arms of the Sackler family announced they will “temporarily pause” gifts in the United Kingdom. The family owns Purdue Pharma, now under fire for its role in the opioid crisis.
Thai Politics In Chaos: Delayed Election Results And Charges Of Cheating
The Pheu Thai party — which was ousted in 2014, shortly before a military coup — wants to form a coalition government. But so does the ruling junta’s party.
Criticism Follows Italy Endorsing China’s Global Infrastructure Projects
Critics say Italy’s endorsement of a 21st century Silk Road will embolden China’s global economic influence and not in a good way. Italian officials are to sign more agreements in Beijing next month.
Netanyahu To Cut U.S. Trip Short After Rocket Attack From Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to “respond forcefully” to a Gaza rocket attack. He’s cutting his U.S. trip short to return to Israel after Monday’s meeting with President Trump.
Viking Cruise Ship Reaches Port Safely After Mayday Signal And Daring Rescues At Sea
After hours of rescues on stormy seas, the Viking Sky cruise ship was able to regain control of its engine and reach the Norway port of Molde on Sunday.
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