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Trump administration hasn't complied with order to halt foreign aid freeze, judge says
The Trump administration has not fully complied with a court order pausing the freezing of foreign assistance grants and contracts, a federal judge ruled.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
China supports 'recent consensus' between US and Russia on Ukraine war, foreign minister says
China supports “the recent consensus” between the U.S. and Russia on the war in Ukraine, said Wang Yi, the country’s foreign minister, amid ongoing discussions about bringing an end to the nearly ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
‘Free world needs a new leader’, says EU foreign chief after Trump Zelenskyy row
The EU foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, said ‘the free world needs a new leader’ and that it was up to Europeans to take this challenge. Live reaction to Zelenskyy’s clash with Trump and ...The Guardian - 6d -
Sacking of Iran’s finance minister deals blow to reformists
President Masoud Pezeshkian on defensive after impeachment of Abdolnaser HemmatiFinancial Times - 4d -
Iran’s vice-president and most prominent reformist resigns
Mohammad Javad Zarif implies move was endorsed by supreme leader, as his exit sends stock market into a tailspin. Middle East crisis – live updates Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s most prominent ...The Guardian - 3d -
Dining across the divide: ‘I’m not saying Israel is without its flaws, but if we’re talking about the current conflict, you need to talk about Hamas’
They have different views on Israel, Zionism and antisemitism – could they find common ground?. Marco, 34, London . Occupation Public servant Continue reading...The Guardian - Feb. 27 -
As Ramadan Nears, Syrians Feel the Pinch of a Cash Shortage
The Assad dictatorship is out, but Syria’s economy is in chaos after a civil war and recent policy shifts. The situation is putting a damper on a typically festive season.The New York Times - 6d -
Syrian businesses left with unwanted goods as economy stalls
A deluge of cheap imports has undercut stocks accumulated under the protectionist Assad regimeFinancial Times - 4d -
What are Trump’s USPS plans? He says the Postal Service is a ‘tremendous loser’ that should ‘operate a lot better.’
President Donald Trump on Friday said his administration is working on an overhaul of the U.S. Postal Service and indicated that multiple options were under consideration.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
A Colleague Just Spit Out a “Dumb” Idea. Here’s Exactly What You Should Say Next
How can your team build on a foundation of trust and psychological safety? It starts with respect.Inc. - Feb. 22 -
Australia should repatriate and investigate alleged crimes of Islamic state member found in Syria, experts say
Exclusive: Home Affairs tells the Guardian consular assistance is ‘severely limited’ in Syria, where Mustafa Hajj-Obeid remains in custody. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
Buy Nike’s stock aggressively as new CEO’s playbook should work, analyst says
Jefferies’ Randal Konik sees 50% upside in the stock, as he effectively calls a bottom in earnings and investor sentiment.MarketWatch - Feb. 24 -
Delta crash passengers should take the $30,000 payment, their lawyers say. Here’s why.
But lawyers representing passengers from the Delta flight that flipped upside down in Toronto say the $30,000 is just a ‘start’ — and they could be in line for a lot moreMarketWatch - Feb. 25 -
Amid risks to Education Dept., borrowers should 'immediately' take key actions, consumer advocates say
Amid the threats to the Education Dept. and reports that Musk's DOGE had gained access to student loan borrower data, consumer advocates are issuing warnings.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
Abdul Carter feels he's top prospect in 2025 NFL Draft, says 'the best player should be selected No. 1'
Carter was an All-American in 2024 after a 12-sack season at Penn StateCBS Sports - Feb. 26 -
Rep. Mike Turner says Oval Office meeting "should have been a win" for Ukraine's Zelenskyy
GOP Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that it the Oval Office meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy "should have been a ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump says minerals deal not dead, but Zelenskyy should be ‘more appreciative’ of U.S. aid
Days after their explosive confrontation in the Oval Office, President Trump said that Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy needs to be ‘more appreciative’ of billions of dollars in American military aid. ...NBC News - 3d -
Measles outbreak: 'People should be worried,' expert says—what to know about the disease, vaccine and how to stay healthy
Since late January, 146 cases of measles have been identified in West Texas. Here's what public health experts say you should do for protection.CNBC - 2d -
Alec Baldwin should testify in 'Rust' wrongful death suit, Gloria Allred says
The depiction of the Baldwin family's grief in the TLC show rankled victims' rights attorney Allred, who accused producers of glossing over the suffering of Halyna Hutchins' family members in Ukraine.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
Rest of Europe should follow Denmark’s lead in banning phones in schools, says expert
Chair of Danish wellbeing commission says whole continent should halt digitalisation of children’s lives. The whole of Europe should follow Denmark’s lead by banning mobile phones from schools to ...The Guardian - 1d -
Cramer says investors should put these 3 stocks on their buy lists in this oversold market
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.CNBC - 1d -
Netflix subscriber boom that followed password-sharing crackdown should slow soon, analyst says
Subscriber numbers continued to shoot up in the second half of last year, but Netflix hasn’t significantly expanded its user base, Moffett Nathanson said.MarketWatch - 11h -
Aid should have continued during review process, International Rescue Committee CEO says
Human rights organizations are warning the Trump administration's massive cuts in international aid relief could imperil millions living in global crisis zones. David Miliband, president and CEO of ...CBS News - 1h -
Europeans will need to decide which Russian sanctions to keep
And they should identify those they are willing to lift in order to secure a just and durable peace in UkraineFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
In Syria, Joy at al-Assad’s Demise Turns to Fear of Israeli Raids
Villagers say they worry that incursions into border areas of Syria by Israel’s military could turn into a prolonged occupation. Israel says the raids are needed to protect the border.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Syria's new president appears to receive a warm welcome in former Assad strongholds
Syria's new president Ahmed al-Sharaa appeared to receive a hero's welcome in Latakia, once the stronghold of the Al-Assad family.NBC News - Feb. 23 -
Syria vows to destroy chemical weapons stockpile left by Assad regime
Foreign minister says country needs international help to dismantle programme and ensure Syria becomes ‘aligned with international norms’. Syria’s foreign minister has vowed to swiftly rid the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Defending Europe without the US
European capitals are attempting to fill the security gapFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Allies and Enemies | Sunday on 60 Minutes
During his campaign, President Donald Trump promised to bring peace to Ukraine. That hasn’t happened yet. However, he has changed how the United States deals with Russia. Scott Pelley reports, ...CBS News - 4d -
Xavier Woods and Kofi Kingston say Big E's neck injury stunted The New Day: 'We should have evolved' years ago
The two members of New Day discuss how Big E's neck injury put the group in a holding patternCBS Sports - Feb. 21 -
This Christian Convert Fled Iran, and Ran Into Trump’s Deportation Policy
Artemis Ghasemzadeh is among a group of migrants being held in a jungle camp in Panama.The New York Times - Feb. 23 -
Oil prices end higher as U.S. imposes more sanctions on Iran
Oil futures finished higher on Monday, with prices finding support after a nearly 3% decline Friday, as the U.S. imposed fresh sanctions on Iran, impacting its crude sector.MarketWatch - Feb. 24 -
Iran accelerating near-weapons-grade plutonium production: Watchdog
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Iran is taking steps to accelerate its near weapons-grade uranium in a broader effort to expand its capability for nuclear warfare, according to ...The Hill - Feb. 26 -
House lawmakers want Trump to pressure EU to sanction Iran military group
Two House lawmakers are calling on President Trump to pressure the European Union to designate as a terrorist organization Iran’s premier military force, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps ...The Hill - Feb. 27 -
Russian missile experts flew to Iran as it clashed with Israel, investigation shows
Several senior Russian missile specialists have visited Iran over the past year as the Islamic Republic has deepened its defense cooperation with Moscow.NBC News - 2d -
GOP senators grill Trump defense nominee on Iran, Taiwan, NATO
Republican members of the Senate Armed Services Committee led by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) grilled Elbridge Colby, President Trump’s pick to serve as undersecretary of Defense for policy, over his ...The Hill - 2d -
Conservatives Hobble Iran’s Moderate President, Stoking a Political Crisis
With Iran already wounded economically and diplomatically, hard-liners forced out two top officials and blocked talks with the United States, freezing President Masoud Pezeshkian’s agenda.The New York Times - 2d -
He Sang in Praise of Women Exposing Their Hair. Iran Flogged Him.
Mehdi Yarrahi, a popular Iranian musician, was arrested in a 2023 crackdown after releasing a song that praised women who rejected the mandatory hijab rule.The New York Times - 10h -
Rules for Staying Close to Exes
Never talk about sex. Especially the sex you had with each other.The New York Times - 6d -
Missing Australian member of Islamic State found alive in Syrian prison
Exclusive: Mustafa Hajj-Obeid, who left Australia in 2015, is being held in Panorama prison, a detention centre for accused IS members run by the SDF. An Australian member of Islamic State who was ...The Guardian - Feb. 21