Jim Foley’s Legacy Helped Change Hostage Policy

Harris ran on Biden’s foreign policy legacy. It was not popular.

Harris never presented specific ways her global leadership would differ from Biden’s.

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

India is key to rescuing Joe Biden’s troubled foreign policy legacy

The Sino-Russian entente has raised the strategic imperative for America to forge an informal alliance with another nuclear-armed giant.

Politics - The Hill - October 29

America’s foreign policy has changed — and must remain changed

Global economic power has for too long been concentrated in the hands of large corporations and state-run enterprises

World - Financial Times - October 29

Don't own the AI chip leaders? Jim Cramer says this might be your chance to act

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

Business - CNBC - October 15

Jim Cramer ascribes market rally to Trump's victory and pro-big business policies

CNBC's Jim Cramer reviewed Wednesday's market action.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Man United great Alex Ferguson to step down as club ambassador in latest change under Jim Ratcliffe

Manchester United great Alex Ferguson will step down from his lucrative role as club ambassador at the end of the season, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press

Sports - ABC News - October 15

The play that changed my life: Jim Broadbent on Ken Campbell’s electrifying epic Illuminatus!

In the 70s, Campbell’s sprawling sci-fi odyssey was a huge education and a hysterical adventure for an eclectic bunch of actors. A teacher at Lamda had recommended early on that I might be suited ...

World - The Guardian - October 22

Reeves confirms change to UK fiscal rules to help fund £20bn of annual investment

Chancellor promises in FT to avoid ‘falls in public sector investment’ planned by Tories

Business - Financial Times - October 24

How Venture Capital Helped This Founder Secure a ‘Life-Changing Exit’

Moonshots Capital portfolio company eTailPet scaled up and attracted a buyer in just three years.

Business - Inc. - October 28

4 people die in a migrant boat accident off a Greek island

Greek authorities say four people, including two children, have died off the island of Kos in an accident involving a migrant smuggling boat crossing from nearby Turkey

World - ABC News - October 15

This policy gap is harming Americans’ health — and finances, doctor group warns

Compared to other industrialized countries, the U.S. has “been behind for quite a while, so the time is definitely now” for these changes, a pediatrician told MarketWatch.

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

Inflation pain helped secure Trump win but his policies mean higher prices

Markets expect his policy package to harm trade and growth but reduce business taxes. Dollar and bitcoin soar as Trump wins US election Business live – latest updates US election 2024 – ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

French victim of mass rape hopes trial will help other women and change society

Gisele Pelicot, the victim of mass rape told a trial in France that she hoped that making her case public would help other women and change society.

Remembering Quincy Jones' legacy

Legendary music producer Quincy Jones, who worked with music superstars ranging from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, has died at the age of 91. Rolling Stone contributing editor Joe Levy joined ...

Jim Harbaugh, Jim Schwartz reunite today

Here's a somewhat obscure, but nevertheless compelling, storyline for Sunday's game between the Chargers and Browns.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

Is Biden’s legacy dependent on a Trump defeat?

For a one-term president, the incumbent has a substantial record — which could easily be unwound

World - Financial Times - November 1

Netanyahu says focus on hostages after Sinwar death

Sinwar, who topped Israel's most-wanted list, was a key figure believed to have been behind the 7 October attacks.

FirstFT: Partner pay at US law firms hits record levels

Also in today’s newsletter, US backs huge lithium mine and Canada cuts immigration programme

World - Financial Times - October 25

Why Georgia’s EU future is on the ballot in historic parliament vote

Also in this newsletter: Russian migrant-smuggling ring busted

World - Financial Times - October 25

Parents of American hostage killed in Gaza open up about their son, other hostages and grief

Around 100 hostages remain trapped in Gaza. Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American, was among those killed in captivity since Hamas' Oct. 7 attack. His parents spoke to CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer about ...

World - CBS News - October 15

The Power of Government Policies

The U.S. has the capacity to address its biggest problems. Whether it does is a different matter.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

What would Harris and Trump do in power?

Economy, immigration, abortion and other top issues - here is where the two candidates stand.

"Smile 2" actors on continuing movie's eerie legacy

Following the success of its predecessor, "Smile 2" returns with a chilling story of a deadly curse as pop star Skye Riley, played by Naomi Scott, faces the horrors of fame and an inescapable curse.

How Harris’s Loss Could Haunt Biden’s Legacy

In the wake of Donald J. Trump’s resounding victory, many Democrats are casting President Biden as a one-term president who set his party on a path to failure in 2024.

Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Evening Report — Legacy media grapples with declining influence

Plus: Washington braces for Trump takeover {beacon} Evening Report © Dylan Buell, Getty Images file Traditional news media grapples with declining influence Legacy news outlets are grappling ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Slain Israeli-American hostage's parents reflect on mission: Reporter's notebook

Rachel and Jon Goldberg-Polin, the parents of slain Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, speak with ABC News' Matt Gutman about their grief.

Parents of American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin speak out

The parents of American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin spoke about the killing of their son by Hamas in Gaza in their first interview since they found out that he was dead. NBC News' Erin McLaughlin ...

Parents of hostage killed by Hamas still fighting for remaining captives

Hersh Goldberg-Polin was taken hostage on Oct. 7 at the Nova music festival. Israeli troops found his body in a tunnel in Gaza in late August.

Family of slain hostage: "We were failed by Israel's leaders"

The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old Israeli-American hostage who was killed by Hamas, are speaking out for the first time since their son's death. Elizabeth Palmer has more.

Mother of slain Israeli hostage says her faith in people has diminished

As the conflict in the Middle East rages on, the parents of 23-year-old Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin are speaking out for the first time since their son's death. Goldberg-Polin was wounded ...

GOP rep unveils bill cracking down on countries that take American hostages

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) announced a bill cracking down on foreign governments that take American citizens hostage or otherwise wrongfully detain them. Lawler unveiled the State Sponsor of ...

Politics - The Hill - October 18

Hamas says hostages won't be released without Israel cease-fire deal

Deputy Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya has confirmed Yahya Sinwar's death and said the remaining Oct. 7, 2023, hostages will not be released until a cease-fire deal is reached and Israeli troops ...

‘Seize the moment’ and secure cease-fire deal: Hostage’s parents

Parents of 23-year-old hostage Omer Neutra say now is a "window of opportunity" for a cease-fire deal.

Politics - The Hill - October 19

Families of Israeli Hostages Call on Netanyahu to Reach Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

In a televised statement, family members of people held in Gaza said the death of Hamas’s leader, Yahya Sinwar, was the moment for a cease-fire and hostage deal.

World - The New York Times - October 20

Paul Whelan’s Life in a Russian Prison Awaiting a Hostage Swap

The former U.S. Marine describes the moment of his arrest and the long years waiting for his release.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Israel Offered Hamas Safe Passage Out of Gaza for Hostages' Freedom

The militant group rejected the offer. Truce talks continue this weekend.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 25

Israel hostage families attack Netanyahu over Hamas leaks

Five arrested over allegations that prime minister’s opponents say ‘ought to horrify every Israeli’

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Israel offers to pay millions of dollars for release of each hostage

World - Yahoo News - 4 days ago

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