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Ant Group Warns Against 'False' IPO Rumors
The Chinese fintech company, co-founded by billionaire Jack Ma, said it has no plans to go public, striking back at social-media posts contending the company was exploring a potential backdoor ...The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
'Danger of IS resurgence has doubled' - Syria's Kurds warn of group's comeback
Kurdish forces say there's a real threat IS militants will try to break out comrades held in their jails in the north east.BBC News - 20h -
The number of U.S. troops in Syria has doubled, Pentagon discloses
In a surprise announcement, the Pentagon disclosed on Thursday that U.S. officials have doubled the number of American troops in Syria to support the fight against ISIS.NBC News - 1d -
Pentagon doubled the number of US troops in Syria 'months' ahead of Assad’s fall
The U.S. for months has had more than 2,000 troops inside Syria, more than double the 900 troops the Defense Department previously said are on the ground there, the Pentagon’s top spokesperson ...The Hill - 1d -
US fights Isis resurgence in Syria as jihadis try to regroup
Washington warns power vacuum after Assad’s fall creates opening for extremistsFinancial Times - 1d -
The group behind a new European soccer competition has resurfaced. Here's what they propose
The group behind a breakaway European soccer competition to rival the Champions League has resurfacedABC News - 2d -
Spot-on Chelsea win group after Macario’s double sees off Real Madrid
A 10-minute storm brought by Catarina Macario was enough to see Chelsea through. They had trailed and they had been taken to the line but ultimately two goals from the American and the misfortune ...The Guardian - 3d -
Middle East crisis live: UN envoy to Syria warns conflict is not over amid ‘significant hostilities’
Geir Pedersen warns of intense clashes between Turkish-backed and Kurdish groups in the north. France has raised its flag over its embassy in Damascus, Syria, after it had been closed for 12 years ...The Guardian - 3d -
Jokic has another triple-double as Nuggets rally past Kings 130-129
Jamal Murray made a go-ahead jumper with 8.6 seconds remaining and the Denver Nuggets rallied past the Sacramento Kings 130-129ABC News - 3d -
Israel plans to double its population in the occupied Golan Heights amid intensive airstrikes in Syria
Israel announced plans to double its population in the occupied Golan Heights, earning international condemnation.NBC News - 4d -
Luka Doncic has triple-double with season-best 45 points in Mavs' 143-133 win over Warriors
Luka Doncic had his 80th career triple-double with a season-high 45 points along with 13 assists and 11 rebounds, and the Dallas Mavericks beat Klay Thompson’s former Golden State Warriors 143-133 ...ABC News - 4d -
Germany warns Assad supporters involved in atrocities in Syria against trying to flee there
Germany’s foreign minister is warning anyone involved in atrocities for the ousted Syrian government against seeking refuge in her country and says they would face “the full force of the law.”ABC News - 5d -
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Syria live updates: Blinken says US made direct contact with rebel group HTS
Rebel forces in Syria captured the capital Damascus and toppled the regime of President Bashar al-Assad in a lightning-quick advance across the country.ABC News - 6d -
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Blinken says US has been in direct contact with Syrian group that ousted Assad and is designated terrorist organization
Blinken says US has been in direct contact with Syrian group that ousted Assad and is designated terrorist organizationABC News - 6d -
U.S. Ally Halts Fight Against Islamic State in Syria as It Battles Rebel Group
Washington’s main ally in the country warned that a power vacuum was leading to attacks on the group by Turkish-backed rebels.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 13 -
Ancelotti: Resurgent Bellingham leads by example
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Jude Bellingham leads the team by example not just with his quality but by showing "a lot of commitment."ESPN - Dec. 13 -
U.S. concerns about ISIS comeback in Syria
Syria is at a crossroads in the wake of Bashar al-Assad's fall, with fears persisting that ISIS could use the collapse of the regime, and a potential power vacuum, to stage a comeback. CBS News ...CBS News - Dec. 13 -
Rebel Group’s Terrorist Label Could Hinder Efforts to Aid Syria
The United States and others call Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, now taking power in Syria, a terrorist group, blocking funding and even contact with the group. Experts say that should change.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
Syria’s Kurds fear US betrayal under Trump
President-elect has criticised Washington’s support for the Kurdish groups now fighting Turkish-backed rebelsFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
Højlund double seals comeback win for Manchester United over Viktoria Plzen
Rasmus Højlund’s double secured Manchester United a much-needed 2-1 comeback victory in the Europa League at Viktoria Plzen as Ruben Amorim registered his first away win as head coach.. After ...The Guardian - Dec. 12 -
US media groups warn UK over AI content-scraping rules
Body that represents Disney, Fox and Universal Music set out ‘strong opposition’ over weakening of copyright lawsFinancial Times - Dec. 12 -
U.S. Strategy on Syria Risks ISIS Resurgence, Kurdish General Warns
Gen. Mazlum Kobani, commander of Kurdish forces in Syria, said recent decisions by the U.S. in Syria potentially “leaves a vacuum” that ISIS could take advantage of.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Regime change in Syria raises fears for Kurds and the ISIS prisoners they guard
With the balance of power in northern Syria swinging toward the rebels who toppled the Assad regime, U.S.-backed Kurdish forces and their ability to contain ISIS may now be under threat.NBC News - Dec. 11 -
Syria in maps: Who controls the country now Assad has gone?
A visual guide to the latest developments after Syrian rebels toppled President Bashar al-Assad 13 years after the start of the country's civil war.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Syria's Post-Assad Vacuum Has Become a Shooting Range for Great Powers
The U.S., Turkey and Israel are all pursuing long-held ambitions in the country after Assad’s ouster weakened Iranian and Russian influence.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 11 -
Global chemical arms watchdog warns Syria about unaccounted weapons
The global chemical weapons watchdog has said that it reminded Syria of its obligations to comply with rules to safeguard certain toxic chemicals after rebels entered the capital Damascus over the ...ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Santa Ana winds bring dangerous fire conditions, trigger red flag warnings in Southern California
Red flag warnings are in place for Southern California due to Santa Ana winds that will bring gusts up to 65 mph and “extremely rare and dangerous” fire weather conditions.NBC News - Dec. 9 -
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 - Dec. 9 -
Embiid scores 31 in his return, Maxey has his first triple-double, Sixers beat Bulls 108-100
Joel Embiid had 31 points and 12 rebounds in his return, Tyrese Maxey got his first career triple-double and the Philadelphia 76ers held on to beat the Chicago Bulls 108-100ABC News - Dec. 8 -
Russia says Assad has fled Syria as rebels seize Damascus
Syrian rebel forces have overtaken the capital city of Damascus and toppled the Assad regime that has ruled Syria for generations. Russian officials have confirmed President Bashar Al-Assad has ...NBC News - Dec. 8 -
Cunningham has a triple-double to lead the Pistons to a 120-111 victory over the Knicks
Cade Cunningham had 29 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds, and the Detroit Pistons beat the New York Knicks 120-111 on Saturday nightABC News - Dec. 7 -
Leader of Syria’s Resurgent Rebels Lays Out Strategy to Oust Assad
In an interview, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Islamist rebel heading an offensive moving toward Damascus, said the operation was a long time coming.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Russia warns citizens they may need to leave Syria
Rapid rebel advance deepens crisis for Moscow-allied Assad regime as insurgents approach strategic city of HomsFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Carr scores 12, Kohler has double-double and Michigan State beats Minnesota 90-72 in Big Ten opener
Michigan State led most of the way in a 90-72 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night in a Big Ten Conference opener.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 5 -
Trump Has ‘Lost Faith’ in N.R.A., Says Gun Group Official
In a new letter, an N.R.A. vice president said the troubled group needed to rebuild trust with Donald J. Trump and his inner circle.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Rebel advances in Syria spell danger for Russia’s Middle Eastern ambitions
Moscow’s ability to support its regional partner, Iran, is coming under increasing strainFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
The German DAX has doubled in the last decade, but only after enduring a 22-year hangover first
Germany DAX index reached 20,000 this week, its first-ever foray into that level.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truce
Iran warns Syria conflict could spread regionally; Israel and Hezbollah trade fire despite truceNBC News - Dec. 3
