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U.S. general praises Lebanese army’s security operations in border region

A top U.S. general gave high marks to Lebanese forces this week for their efforts to stabilize the volatile border region with Israel, marking a potential turning point in the area's yearlong conflict.

January 8, 2025

Beijing condemns U.S. cybersecurity sanctions against technology group

Diplomatic tension has escalated between China and the United States over cybersecurity issues, following the U.S. Treasury's decision to impose sanctions on Beijing-based Integrity Technology Group.

January 6, 2025

Ukraine restores diplomatic ties with Syria, launches humanitarian grain program

Ukraine announced plans Thursday to restore diplomatic relations with Syria following last month's collapse of Syrian President Bashar Assad's Russian-backed government in December 2024.

January 2, 2025

Trump urges Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban, citing national security and free speech balance

President-elect Donald Trump has petitioned the Supreme Court to delay the impending federal ban on TikTok, which is set to take effect on Jan. 19. The ban requires TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to either sell the platform or cease U.S. operations.

December 30, 2024

$In this Sept. 18, 2019, file photo former President Jimmy Carter acknowledges a student who's question has been picked for him to answer during an annual Carter Town Hall held at Emory University in Atlanta. Carter has been hospitalized after a fall at his home in Plains, Ga. A statement from The Carter Center says Carter suffered &quot;a minor pelvic fracture&quot; on Monday, Oct. 21 but remains in good spirits and looks forward to recovering at home. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)$

Remembering Jimmy Carter: From peanut farmer to humanitarian Nobel Peace Prize winner

Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. President and longest-living president in American history, died at age 100.

December 29, 2024

Azerbaijan launches investigation into whether Russia had role in crash of passenger jet

Azerbaijan officials claimed Thursday that Russian anti-aircraft fire brought down their passenger jet over Kazakhstan on Christmas Day, allegedly after electronic warfare systems disabled the aircraft's communications and Russian forces mistook it for a Ukrainian attack drone, according to local reports.

December 26, 2024

Many elite universities eliminate tuition for families making under $100K

Elite universities across the United States are expanding their free tuition programs to attract middle-class applicants amid declining enrollment trends.

December 24, 2024

Russian forces close in on strategic Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk

The battle for Pokrovsk, a crucial eastern Ukrainian city and defensive stronghold, has reached a critical phase as Russian forces advance within approximately 6 kilometers of the city.

December 12, 2024

Syrian rebels capture strategic city of Hama

A significant shift in Syria's civil war occurred as the Syrian army lost control of the strategic city of Hama to rebels led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). This defeat follows the recent capture of Aleppo by the same jihadist group, marking a dramatic turn in the 13-year-old conflict.

December 5, 2024

Sen. Elizabeth Warren backs Trump’s labor secretary pick in rare show of bipartisan unity

In an unexpected alliance, Sen. Elizabeth Warren is supporting President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for labor secretary.

December 3, 2024

370 dead in latest Syrian conflict as Assad launches counteroffensive

In a dramatic turn of events in Syria's ongoing conflict, rebel forces have made significant advances against President Bashar Assad's government, prompting immediate response from his allies Russia and Iran.

December 2, 2024

Australia passes landmark social media ban for children under 16

Australia's Parliament has passed groundbreaking legislation banning social media use for children under 16, marking a significant move that could influence global social media regulation.

November 29, 2024

Supreme Court petition challenges California gun show restrictions on state property

A gun show organizing group has petitioned the Supreme Court to challenge California's laws that restrict firearm sales on state property.

November 28, 2024

Incoming border czar issues warning to sanctuary cities over immigration enforcement

Tom Homan, the incoming border czar, delivered a stern warning to sanctuary cities while praising Texas as a model for nationwide border enforcement: "Don't test us."

November 27, 2024

White House says Biden legacy reaches trillion-dollar milestone in private investment

The White House released a memo Monday highlighting that private companies have invested more than $1 trillion in U.S. industries like clean energy and semiconductors, crediting President Biden's economic agenda for this achievement.

November 26, 2024

Mystery drones spotted near U.S. military bases in England raise security concerns

Recent reports reveal a concerning pattern of mysterious drone activity near sensitive military installations, with the latest incidents occurring last week at three U.S.-operated bases in England: RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell. The U.S. Air Forces Europe confirmed these sightings but provided limited details about the nature of the drones or potential operators, citing operational security concerns.

November 25, 2024

Why Matt Gaetz withdrew bid for Attorney General

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz withdraws from Attorney General consideration eight days after Trump's nomination, amid sexual misconduct allegations and following meetings with Republican senators. Learn what led to his decision and what happens next.

November 21, 2024

33 Illinois counties vote to explore split from Chicago in historic referendum

Several Illinois counties are pursuing a peaceful split from Cook County (home to Chicago) through a nonbinding referendum that has gained significant traction. The Illinois Separation Referendum has passed in all 33 counties where it has appeared on the ballot, representing nearly one-third of the state's 102 counties.

November 21, 2024

How artificial intelligence could reshape human evolution, according to Kissinger

Longtime U.S. diplomat Henry Kissinger's final book "Genesis," co-authored with former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and Microsoft senior executive Craig Mundie, presents a stark warning about humanity's future alongside artificial intelligence.

November 19, 2024

U.S. international student enrollment hits record 1.1 million in 2023

Foreign student enrollment in U.S. colleges has reached historic levels, with more than 1.1 million international students during the 2023-24 academic year, marking a significant recovery from pandemic-era numbers.