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How Global Conflicts Helped Reignite Syria’s Civil War
Rebels launched sweeping assaults against the forces of President Bashar al-Assad in northwestern Syria, taking control of large portions of territory, including much of the city of Aleppo. ...The New York Times - 5d -
Tracking Syrian rebels' lightning offensive as they approach key city
BBC Verify has been tracking the territory captured by Syrian rebels as they move towards Homs.BBC News - 5d -
Syrian Rebel Offensive Bolsters Turkey's Geopolitical Influence
NATO member Turkey has longstanding relations with the rebels who entered Hama and captured Aleppo days earlier.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Damascus and Assad now in Syrian rebels' sights, raising stakes for president
The sudden offensive could become the biggest threat to Syria's president in 13 years of civil war.BBC News - 5d -
Syrian rebels close in on third major city in two weeks as thousands flee
Thousands left the Syrian city of Homs after insurgents took Hama in their rapid assault on government forces and pushed further south.NBC News - 5d -
This mammoth year of elections has shown how badly global politics is neglecting women | Michelle Bachelet
There’s a disconnect between citizens and leaders. Including everyone in politics is the best way to ensure a new era of equality. Michelle Bachelet is a former president of Chile This has been ...The Guardian - 5d -
Syrian Rebels Storm Hama as Government Forces Withdraw
Opposition forces advanced on the city of Hama as their startling offensive moved quickly in the direction of the capital, Damascus.The New York Times - 6d -
Islamist rebels seize strategic city of Hama from Syrian regime forces
Fighters led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group rout government troops after five-day battle amid sweeping offensive. Islamist insurgents have captured the Syrian city of Hama in a battle to seize a ...The Guardian - 6d -
Friday Briefing: Syrian Rebels Storm Another City
Plus, a celebration of art in Dakar.The New York Times - 6d -
Syrian rebels capture second major city after military withdraws
Hama is south of Aleppo, which the rebels seized last week after launching a lightning offensive.BBC News - 6d -
Syrian rebels seize key city of Hama as army retreats
Insurgents’ commander announces ‘complete liberation’ after withdrawal of government forcesFinancial Times - 6d -
Syrian army withdraws from key city of Hama amid rebel surge, state news reports
Syrian government forces were withdrawing from the city of Hama in the face of a rebel advance, a setback for President al-Assad and his backers in Russia and Iran.ABC News - 6d -
How youth orchestras delivered the three most powerful performances of 2024
Leave it to the kids. Our classical music critic explains how the National Children's Symphony of Venezuela, the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra and the Colburn Orchestra stole the show in 2024.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
Regulators sign off on new global rules for insurers
Rules will not require insurance companies to set aside more capital but could raise their reporting costsFinancial Times - 6d -
How does the new Club World Cup work & why is it so controversial?
Everything you need to know about the revamped Club World Cup set to take place in summer 2025.BBC News - 6d -
Syrian rebels surround strategic city of Hama after Aleppo takeover
Rebels within kilometres ‘on three sides’ of city, seen as crucial to Assad regime’s defence of the capital, Damascus. Syrian rebels encircled the key central city of Hama “from three sides” on ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
How Syria’s rebels became makers of drones and guided missiles
What began as a band of a few dozen jihadis is now a disciplined force with units producing modern weaponryFinancial Times - Dec. 5 -
How South Korea’s impeachment process works after Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law bid
Removing the president requires a parliamentary two-thirds majority, which the opposition lacks, and approval by a constitutional court that technically might not have enough judges. South Korea’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
Syrian Forces Battle Rebels Outside Government Stronghold
The rebels have set their sights on the city of Hama, where President Bashar al-Assad’s government has long maintained strength.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Morant, prioritizing health, 'not trying to dunk at all'
Grizzlies star Ja Morant received boos from the Dallas crowd Tuesday night when he finished a fast break with a basic, two-handed dunk that didn't even rock the rim. Said Morant: "I'm not trying to ...ESPN - Dec. 4 -
Syrian government forces and rebels battle outside key city of Hama
A government counter-attack reportedly pushed back the rebels after they reached Hama's outskirts.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Biden’s corruption highlights the need to fix the pardon power — here's how to do it
President Biden has pardoned his son Hunter Biden for tax evasion and lying to the government to buy a gun, but the pardon covers any federal crime he may have committed over the last 11 years, ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Syrian rebels close in on symbolic victory in city synonymous with government brutality
Syrian rebel forces were on Wednesday within six miles of the central city of Hama, a city freighted with past horrors for antigovernment forces.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Inside Aleppo: the Syrian city captured by rebels
Opposition supporters are ecstatic but others are wary of their new Islamist rulers as Assad regime begins counteroffensiveFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
How to watch Louisville Cardinals vs. Ole Miss Rebels: Live stream, TV channel, start time for Tuesday's NCAA Basketball game
How to watch Louisville vs. Ole Miss basketball gameCBS Sports - Dec. 4 -
Syrian rebels reach outskirts of major city of Hama
Advance from Aleppo highlights weakness of regime forcesFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
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2025 NFL Draft, race for No. 1 pick: Jets' Aaron Rodgers will help determine where teams select
Rodgers will play a factor in where several teams draftCBS Sports - Dec. 3 -
Video shows Aleppo's airport abandoned after Syrian rebel forces claim control
Video from Syrian opposition news outlet Shaam Network shows an empty and damaged Aleppo International Airport. Syrian rebel forces claimed to have captured the airport and large parts of the city ...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 -
An extraordinary global economy will require extraordinary agility
Policymakers need to adjust their approaches including through pre-emptive negotiations with the incoming US administrationFinancial 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 -
How Chairish Made the Circular Economy Work for Secondhand Furniture
The home furnishings marketplace has nailed the formula for scalability in a tricky category.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
The surprise Syrian rebel offensive could be a Mideast turning point
For years, American policymakers have grappled with how to manage the Middle East’s shifting alliances and conflicts while reducing direct military commitments.The Hill - Dec. 2 -
Why did Syrian militants HTS seize Aleppo – and how did they do it so quickly?
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham’s sudden offensive on major city has grabbed global attention but experts are not so surprised. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham , the Islamist militant group that has surged to global ...The Guardian - Dec. 2
