Veterans of Arab uprisings warn Syrians of perils ahead

Hopes for democracy in Egypt, Libya and Tunisia were dashed but Syrians believe this time can be different

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Blinken meets with Arab leaders over Syria's future

Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Arab leaders in Jordan on Saturday to discuss how to achieve a stable Syria. For the first time, Blinken said the U.S. was in "direct contact" with the ...
CBS News - 5h
Colleges Warn International Students to Return Ahead of Trump Term

Harvard, Penn and U.S.C. were among the universities and colleges that issued advisories in anticipation of possible travel bans.
The New York Times - 3d
Nurseries warn of rising fees ahead of childcare expansion

Bosses in the early years sector say the government's uplift in funding will not cover rising costs.
BBC News - 4d
As Israel advances on a Syrian buffer zone, it sees peril and opportunity

The dramatic downfall of Syrian President Bashar Assad presents possible danger, and an opening, for neighboring Israel
ABC News - 5d
Papers report on 'delight' in Syria but warn of uncertainty ahead

Most of Monday's papers lead on the rebels toppling the Assad regime, as Syrians celebrate its fall.
BBC News - 6d
Syria’s Government Battles Multiple Rebel Uprisings

The longtime Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad is facing threats from rebellions on numerous fronts as his key ally, Iran, is paring back support.
The New York Times - 6d
Watch live: Biden honors veterans at event ahead of Pearl Harbor anniversary

President Biden is set to give remarks Friday honoring American veterans and their families a day before the 83rd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Biden is attending a special live ...
The Hill - Dec. 6
Fantasy Football Week 14 Fades: Warning signs ahead for Nick Chubb!

Beware of these six players with bust potential in Week 14!
Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5
For Some Koreans, Martial Law Stirs Harrowing Memories of Gwangju Uprising

“I immediately thought of 1980, and the fear and desperation we felt,” said a 60-year-old lawmaker who lived through the massacre of protesters in Gwangju.
The New York Times - Dec. 4