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With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely
Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
LPGA says its players must be female at birth or transition before puberty
New policy will come into effect from 2025 USGA also introduces new policy on gender Players must be assigned female at birth or have transitioned to female before going through male puberty to ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Defeat the Iranian threat by empowering the people of Iran
It is in America's national security interest to help the people of Iran to replace the Islamic regime.The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Why France's turmoil is grave concern for Europe
There's no end in sight to the political instability as French PM Barnier faces a no-confidence vote.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
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You gotta believe: Democrats must rediscover faith
The increasingly leftward lurch of the Democratic Party as a whole has alienated millions of people of faith and raises serious questions about the ability of our party to regain the White House in ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Police in Trinidad and Tobago seize $6 million worth of drugs from a boat
Police in Trinidad and Tobago said they have confiscated more than $6 million worth of drugs, one of the biggest seizures in the history of the twin-island Caribbean nationABC News - Dec. 4 -
Given second chances, NFL quarterbacks are thriving this season
Judging by the standings alone, the stakes of Sunday’s Week 13 matchup between Tampa Bay and Carolina were remarkably low.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Belgian authorities open fraud probe into former EU justice chief days after his mandate ended
Belgian authorities say they have opened a fraud investigation into the former European Union justice chief, just days after his mandate endedABC News - Dec. 4 -
Will the far right in France seize the chance to topple the government?
Triggered by an austerity budget, a no-confidence vote threatens fresh instability – and Macron’s future. Don’t get This is Europe delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up here With threats ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Can Cowboys reach playoffs? Dak Prescott and his teammates 'believe in it,' so let's examine their chances
Dallas has a winnable schedule down the stretchCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Dak Prescott: Mike McCarthy ‘deserves a chance’ to stay with Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys quarterback spoke one-on-one with Yahoo Sports senior NFL reporter Jori Epstein about the future of his head coach and why he believes the former Super Bowl champion should ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Intel shares slide as Gelsinger exit leaves chipmaker without a 'quick fix'
Intel shares fell 6% on Tuesday, a day after the chipmaker announced the ouster of CEO Pat Gelsinger.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
Helmy to exit Senate on Sunday, be replaced by Kim
New Jersey Sen. George Helmy (D) announced he will resign from his seat Sunday, clearing the way for Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.), the senator-elect, to take the seat a few weeks before the start of the ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Leicester's Van Nistelrooy 'hurt' by Man United exit
Ruud van Nistelrooy was disappointed to leave Manchester United after his spell as interim coach but said he understands Ruben Amorim's decision.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
DNC chair candidate: Democrats must be willing to 'recenter' agenda
Ken Martin, chair of the Minnesota Democratic-Farm-Labor Party (DFL) and a candidate for the Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair, argued the party must be willing to “recenter” its agenda ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
FTC Opens Microsoft Antitrust Inquiry
It will fall to the incoming Trump administration to pursue or drop the investigation.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
German company caught smuggling chemical plant to Iran
Aiotec GmbH agrees $14.5mn settlement with US after disguising shipment of dismantled polypropylene facilityFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
To defend Taiwan tomorrow, we must prepare to sanction China today
Taiwan is reportedly considering a $15 billion military package to strengthen its military against China, while the U.S. and Taiwan have agreed to spend over $2 billion in American weapons ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Tiger Woods believes PGA Tour, LIV Golf's backers will come to agreement, remains unsure of deal structure
Woods held court Tuesday morning as host of the Hero World ChallengeCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Thailand's prime minister expects fishermen seized by Myanmar to be repatriated soon
Thailand’s Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra says her government is negotiating with neighboring Myanmar for the return of four fishermen captured by Myanmar’s navy for trespassingABC News - Dec. 3 -
Europe must make a choice on the steel industry
There is considerable investment into the green transition waiting to be activated, once policy clarity is achievedFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Europe lacks a monetary response to Trump
Uncertain inflationary effects leave the ECB hoping for the bestFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
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Why Europe's Vaunted Car Industry Is in Crisis
Europe’s carmakers used to rule the world but now they are fighting battles at home and abroad.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Groups urge Congress to rein in federal bureaucracy after Supreme Court slashes agency authority
A coalition of 19 conservative and libertarian groups sent a letter to congressional leaders Wednesday urging them to act after a major Supreme Court decision clawing back federal agency power. The ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Real estate tycoon must pay $9 billion to avoid execution in Vietnam
A court in Vietnam upheld a death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan, rejecting her appeal in a $12 billion embezzlement and bribery case.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Who Are the Syrian Rebels Who Seized Aleppo?
The group now advancing, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, says it wants to replace the Assad government with one inspired by Islamic principles.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
FirstFT: Critics see chance to close US accounting regulator
Also in this newsletter, Nato’s new chief warns of ‘dire threat’ of a bad Ukraine peace deal and China hits back against chip sanctionsFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
How a Syrian Rebel Went From an American Jail to Seizing Aleppo
Once affiliated with Islamic State and al Qaeda, rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani professes religious tolerance. Many have doubts.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 2 -
Senate approves promotion for general involved in Afghanistan exit after a Republican blocked it
The Senate voted to approve the promotion of a general who oversaw troops in the U.S. withdrawal from Kabul, Afghanistan, that had been held by Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Leicester’s Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘hurt’ by enforced exit from Manchester United
‘I was disappointed, very much so,’ he admits Dutchman ready to ‘work around the clock’ for new club Ruud van Nistelrooy said he was “hurt” that Ruben Amorim’s arrival at Manchester United ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Pressley: Biden 'must act' on clemency before leaving office
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) is renewing calls for President Biden to grant clemency to thousands of Americans serving time in federal institutions following his bombshell pardon of his son, ...The Hill - Dec. 2 -
LIV Golf's financial backers eye deal with DP World Tour separate from negotiations with PGA Tour, per report
This investment exploration reportedly comes amid ongoing negotiations with PGA Tour EnterprisesCBS Sports - Dec. 2 -
FTC opens Microsoft antitrust investigation that Trump administration must carry on or drop
Antitrust enforcers with the Federal Trade Commission have opened a wide-ranging investigation into Microsoft’s business practices, starting off a big legal project that an incoming Trump ...ABC News - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2
