How the Houthis Went From Ragtag Rebels to Global Threat

A Top University Bet on D.E.I. What Went Wrong?

We cover the impact of college diversity programs.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

Deportivo went to brink - now they believe in new beginning

From champions of Spain to the brink of oblivion, now Deportivo La Coruna are planning a new beginning.

U.S. conducts new airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen with B-2 bombers

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said U.S. Air Force B-2 bombers were part of an operation to conduct "precision strikes" on five underground weapons storage locations in Houthi-controlled areas of ...

Hamas Leader Killed in Gaza Fighting, Israel Says

The Israeli military confirmed that Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, was killed on Wednesday. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said he spoke with President Biden about working to ...

World - The New York Times - October 18

US hits Houthis with precision strikes on weapon facilities in Yemen

The U.S. announced late Wednesday that it had conducted multiple strikes on Yemen’s Houthi rebel group, targeting its underground bunkers with stealth bombers. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) said ...

Politics - The Hill - October 17

U.S. military uses B-2 bombers to conduct airstrikes on Houthis in Yemen

The U.S. military carried out airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said five underground weapons storage facilities were attacked using B-2 stealth bombers.

World - CBS News - October 17

Russia Could Expand Its Assistance to Houthis, U.S. Says

The group’s attacks in the Red Sea have driven up shipping costs and forced the United States and its allies to increase their naval presence in the region.

World - The New York Times - 4 days ago

Houthi Arrests of Yemenis on Spying Charges Alarm Diplomats and Aid Workers

The Iran-backed Houthi militia has detained dozens of Yemenis linked to the U.S. Embassy or international organizations recently.

World - The New York Times - 19 hours ago

The problem with the term ‘global majority’

Endless searching for a label to describe ethnic minority groups is ultimately futile

World - Financial Times - 18 hours ago

How Indigenous guards saved a Colombian lake from overtourism

World - Yahoo News - October 17

From heart op to England return - how Isiekwe fought back

England lock Nick Isiekwe says he is in peak condition after recovering from a serious heart condition which could have ended his career.

How the Biden Team Plans to Build Peace From Sinwar’s Death

Will Israel take steps toward a Palestinian state?

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

How a Harris presidency would differ from Biden's, according to her campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris is promising to govern differently than President Biden if elected as commander-in-chief. Cedric Richmond, Harris-Walz campaign co-chair, joins "America Decides" to ...

How a nearly extinct crocodile species returned from the brink in Cambodia

The hatching of clutches of critically endangered Siamese crocodiles in Cambodia is an unlikely comeback, aided by an even unlikelier ally

World - ABC News - October 23

How to Use Images From Your Phone to Search the Web

If you’re not sure how to describe what you want with keywords, use your camera or photo library to get those search results.

Tech - The New York Times - 6 days ago

How infrequent voters could decide the election: From the Politics Desk

The razor-close presidential election could very well come down to this question: Will the infrequent voters who back Donald Trump by double digits actually turn out?

Politics - NBC News - Yesterday

From Anna Kendrick to Dev Patel – how easy is it for actors to direct themselves?

An upsurge in directors starring in their own movies has seen mixed results. Lake Bell, Elia Suleiman and Viggo Mortensen explain the perks and pitfalls of being on both sides of the camera. Since ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

The Family That Went Against the Grain---and Built a Billion-Dollar Company

It was a side hustle. Now it’s a tortilla empire. Siete Foods did it in seven steps.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 11

Roberts had a plan, and he stuck with it as it went up in flames

Mets' third baseman Mark Vientos made Roberts pay for staying with long reliever Landon Knack.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 15

The University of Michigan Doubled Down on D.E.I. What Went Wrong?

A decade and a quarter of a billion dollars later, students and faculty are more frustrated than ever.