Manhunt in Brussels After Masked Men Open Fire Outside Metro Station

Hamas After Cease-Fire: Weakened but Still the Dominant Palestinian Power in Gaza

Hamas remains the dominant Palestinian power in Gaza even after 15 months of Israeli bombardment, holding sway in displacement camps and refusing to surrender.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Brussels orders X to hand over documents on algorithm

Expansion of probe follows complaints from politicians in Germany ahead of election next month

Financial Times - Jan. 17

Reinsurers little exposed to LA fires after retreat from disaster risks

Firms intended to backstop frontline insurers raised rates and increased recovery thresholds after losses on prior blazes

Financial Times - Jan. 17

More Than a Week After the Fires, Los Angeles Evacuees Remain in Limbo

Many neighborhoods are still off-limits to residents. Evacuees say they are increasingly frustrated and at a loss over what to do next.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

Shriver: Tennis trophies stolen after fleeing fires

Hall of Fame tennis player Pam Shriver said that her car containing major trophies was stolen from a Marina del Rey hotel where she had fled to escape the Pacific Palisades fire.

ESPN - Jan. 16

Families dropped by insurance struggle after losing homes in California fires

More than 100,000 homeowners in the Los Angeles area were dropped by their insurance companies before the recent wildfires broke out. Elizabeth Cook shares the story of families now struggling to ...

CBS News - Jan. 14

Spurs stars bring smiles to Redick's kids after fire

Spurs stars Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama gave game-worn jerseys to JJ Redick's sons, who lost their entire memorabilia collection in the wildfires that burned down their family home.

ESPN - Jan. 14

Eye Opener: Los Angeles wildfire death toll climbs as Santa Ana winds fuel new fire fears

As high winds continue to threaten Los Angeles, the death toll from the unprecedented wildfires rises. Also, confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees begin this ...

CBS News - Jan. 13

Rich Men Rule the World

The holders of the vast majority of the world’s wealth? Men. So many men—from Trump and Musk and Putin to every CEO, crypto schmo, and solar bro in between.

Wired - Jan. 13

Ladies Only review – striking account of sisterhood’s intricacies on the Mumbai metro

Shot in stunning black and white, a tapestry of faces and voices beautifully lays bare the hidden subtleties of Indian women’s emotional lives. During peak rush hour, the Mumbai metro turns into a ...

The Guardian - Jan. 13

Vienna tries to allay Brussels’ fears over looming far-right government

Also in this newsletter: Poland’s push to back Trump’s 5% Nato defence spending target

Financial Times - Jan. 13

15 killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station in central Yemen

CAIRO — An explosion at a gas station triggered a massive fire in central Yemen, killing at least 15 people, health officials said Sunday.

NBC News - Jan. 12

Three murder charges over boy's bus station death

Three people are charged with murder over Thomas Taylor death near a bus station, say police.

BBC News - Jan. 12

‘It’s a continuation of hope’: Paris-based TV station provides a lifeline for women in Afghanistan

Begum TV beams educational and entertainment shows into homes of women living under strict Taliban rule. From a tiny television studio in Paris, 4,500 miles from Kabul, a raft of programmes geared ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

Falcons fire first-year DC after struggles vs. pass

The Falcons have fired defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after the team allowed the second-most touchdown passes in the NFL and had the second-fewest sacks.

ESPN - Jan. 12

15 killed in explosion and fire at gas station in central Yemen

Health officials in central Yemen say at least 15 have been killed in an explosion and fire at a gas station

ABC News - Jan. 12

Synagogue Congregation Grieves in Borrowed Home After L.A. Fires

Across Los Angeles, congregants displaced by the blazes met for their first services in borrowed churches, synagogues and other temples.

The New York Times - Jan. 12

Falcons fire defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake after one season in Atlanta

Defensive line coach Jay Rodgers has also been let go

CBS Sports - Jan. 11

Australian Open 2025: Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have a real rivalry atop men's tennis

When Carlos Alcaraz is on court for a training session, perhaps working on his newly revamped service motion, he’s doing so to buttress a game already good enough to claim four Grand Slam titles

ABC News - Jan. 10

Delta passengers flee plane in Atlanta after engine fire

Passengers from a Delta flight on an Atlanta airport tarmac were forced to evacuate as snow slams parts of Georgia. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.

CBS News - Jan. 10

Three teens arrested over boy's bus station death

A 17-year-old and two 18-year-old suspects are held over the death of Thomas Taylor.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Disney's KABC and PBS SoCal stations' signals from Mt. Wilson restored amid Eaton fire

Flames from the Eaton fire came perilously close to the Mt. Wilson transmitters, and local stations, including KABC, PBS SoCal and radio KLOS-FM, reported losing transmissions.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 10

Aerial video shows before and after views of Palisades Fire in Los Angeles

The scope of damage caused by the Palisades Fire is even more apparent when seen from above.

The Hill - Jan. 10

Vela's family safe after home destroyed in LA fires

The wife of former Mexico international Carlos Vela has stated that the player and family are safe after their Malibu home burned down in the devastating Palisades Fire in Southern California.

ESPN - Jan. 10

‘We would turn up to find books on fire’: the teachers risking kidnap and death to keep Burkina Faso’s schools open

Conflict has forced a fifth of the country’s schools to close. One teacher, determined to keep working despite threats from marauding Islamist militias, shares their testimony. Teaching in Burkina ...

The Guardian - Jan. 10

Raiders fire GM Telesco days after firing Pierce

The Las Vegas Raiders have fired general manager Tom Telesco after one season, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN - Jan. 9

What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire

For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.

CBS News - Jan. 9

What Joel Dommett loves about Maya Jama joining The Masked Singer

BBC News - Jan. 9

Hollywood Hills fire evacuation order to be lifted after blaze contained

Subsiding winds and new resources bring first hope that authorities in Los Angeles can bring disaster under control

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Teenager dies after bus station stabbing

A murder investigation begins and parts of a town centre are cordoned off after a 17-year-old dies.

BBC News - Jan. 9

From palm trees and mansions to beach lifeguard stations: 'Everything was on fire'

Survivors of multiple massive wildfires that simultaneously erupted in Los Angeles County described apocalyptic scenes.

ABC News - Jan. 9

Hansen available for Six Nations after ban over '16 men' comments

Connacht wing Mack Hansen is cleared to play in Ireland's Six Nations opener against England after being handed a three-match ban for comments he made about a referee.

BBC News - Jan. 9

The secret to meeting in Brussels

Postwar planning means the best restaurants are tucked away inside mundane buildings

Financial Times - Jan. 9

Grace & Stelle eye masks are for 43% off right now

Save big on the Grace & Stella eye masks for a limited time. The popular patches are an NBC Select-staff favorite and are on sale for 43% off on Amazon.

NBC News - Jan. 8

Passenger arrested after allegedly opening emergency door of plane at Boston airport

A man was arrested after allegedly trying to open the door of a taxiing JetBlue flight at Boston’s Logan International Airport.

NBC News - Jan. 8

Man opens door of taxiing JetBlue plane after arguing with girlfriend

Officials say a passenger opened an emergency exit door on a JetBlue flight out of Boston’s Logan Airport while the plane was taxiing just before takeoff. Another passenger on the flight said it ...

NBC News - Jan. 8

Can Brussels stop Elon Musk’s political meddling in Europe?

Also in this newsletter: Is Ukraine seeking to capture more Russian territory?

Financial Times - Jan. 8

Four San Diego fraternity members charged after setting member on fire

Men charged with felonies after skit leads to third-degree burns over 16% percent of pledge’s body, prosecutors say. Four fraternity members at San Diego State University are facing felony charges ...

The Guardian - Jan. 7

Antonio Pierce fired as Raiders coach after miserable season

The Raiders have had nine head coaches, counting interims, over the past 15 seasons. They'll be on their 10th in 16 seasons in 2025.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 7

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