The balance of power is shifting in the Middle East – and it is Turkey’s ‘full moon’ on the rise

WATCH: Dolphin balances beer bottle on its beak

This dolphin did its part to call attention to the issue of ocean pollution, as it was spotted off the coast of Australia balancing a beer bottle on its beak, much to the delight of onlookers.

ABC News - Dec. 8

As Assad’s Dictatorship in Syria Ends, New Risks for the Middle East Are Huge

The overthrow of the Assad government could mean Russia’s bases in Syria are closed and Iran’s pathway to Hezbollah is cut off. Now Iran, newly vulnerable, will have to decide between negotiation ...

The New York Times - Dec. 8

In Fight for Syria, a Battle for Domination of the Middle East

In a region “already on fire,” analysts say, rebels’ advance toward Damascus is a barometer of the shifting power dynamics that also affect nations like Iran, Turkey, Russia and the United States.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

Assad's Downfall Marks a New Realignment in the Middle East

Winners and losers have already emerged, Turkey gained, Russia and Iran lost sway—but the gains and losses could prove illusory.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8

A welcome end to a brutal Middle East dynasty

Collapse of Syria’s Assad regime brings hope — and fear — to a beleaguered nation

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Fall of Damascus sidelines Russia and brings Turkey to the fore

As Moscow’s top diplomat reeled in Doha, his Turkish counterpart appeared to know he had the upper hand. Middle East crisis – live updates As celebratory gunfire was heard across liberated ...

The Guardian - Dec. 8

Murphy draws attention with calls for Democratic shift in strategy

Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) is on the rise as a Democratic Party voice calling for a new direction as the party seeks to regroup following a stinging election loss. Murphy has been among the most ...

The Hill - Dec. 8

End of Assad rule will reshape region's balance of power

The end of the Assad family's five-decade rule will reshape the balance of power in the region, but many uncertainties lie ahead.

BBC News - Dec. 8

Trump's return may be a boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in a changed Middle East

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is jubilant about President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House

ABC News - Dec. 8

As Assad’s power crumbles, Turkey, Iran and Russia disagree on way forward for Syria

Foreign powers urge opposition groups to end fighting and preserve single, united country at talks in Qatar. The three key external national actors in the Syrian crisis tried to regain control of ...

The Guardian - Dec. 7

Hollywood and the Middle East mix at Red Sea International Film Festival

One of the Middle East’s fastest-growing film festivals opened Thursday in Saudi Arabia, attracting filmmakers and stars from around the world to present over 120 films from 81 countries in ...

ABC News - Dec. 7

MLS mulling calendar shift amid crowded schedule

MLS Commissioner Don Garber acknowledged the increasingly crowded soccer calendar and the league strongly considering a potential shift to a fall/spring format to better align with European leagues.

ESPN - Dec. 7

Middle East latest: Lebanon closes all its land border crossings with Syria except one

Lebanon said it is closing all land border crossings with Syria except for a main one that links Beirut with the Syrian capital Damascus

ABC News - Dec. 6

Trump’s Middle East envoy met Israel and Qatar PMs to broker ceasefire

Steven Witkoff held talks with Netanyahu and Sheikh Mohammed to discuss deal ahead of inauguration

Financial Times - Dec. 6

Middle East crisis live: thousands flee Homs in central Syria as rebel forces push on

Rebels have captured key cities of Aleppo and Hama, dealing blows to president Bashar al-Assad 14 years after protests erupted across Syria. Iran aims to send missiles and drones to Syria and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

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 - Dec. 6

Where Turkey stands as opposition insurgents advance in neighboring Syria

As forces opposed to Syrian President Bashar Assad make swift and significant advances in Syria, Turkey is watching closely for any spillover

ABC News - Dec. 6

Nasa announces further delays in Artemis moon missions

US space agency chief says astronauts still on schedule to make landing ‘well ahead’ of China’s lunar voyage. The Nasa administrator, Bill Nelson, announced has announced new delays in the US ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

NASA Artemis Moon Missions Delayed Until 2026 and 2027

It is unclear where the program to go back to the lunar surface will head after President-elect Donald J. Trump returns to the White House in January.

The New York Times - Dec. 6

NASA's Artemis moon mission delayed yet again

NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the ...

CBS News - Dec. 5

Middle East latest: An Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital kills a teen in a wheelchair

Palestinian health officials say an Israeli drone strike on a hospital compound in northern Gaza killed a 16-year-old boy in a wheelchair and wounded at least 12 other people, including medical staff

ABC News - Dec. 5

NASA pushes back astronaut flights to the moon again

NASA has announced more delays in sending astronauts back to the moon more than 50 years after Apollo

ABC News - Dec. 5

Nasa delays astronaut flight around the Moon

The US is pushing back its planned return to the Moon as it fixes a heat shield issue.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Power Rankings: Bucks bounce back, Rockets rise in the West

Our insiders break down this week's ranks as the in-season tournament enters the knockout rounds.

ESPN - Dec. 5

NASA Delays Artemis Moon Missions

The space agency pushed the next launch under the exploration program into April 2026 while President-elect Donald Trump’s space team starts to form.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5

What is a balance bike? The benefits of the training wheel-free option for kids.

While bikes with training wheels teach kids to pedal, steer and brake, balance bikes focus on the balance aspect from the start.

CBS News - Dec. 5

NBA Power Rankings: 'Embarrassing' Lakers keep dropping, giant-slaying Hawks on the rise, Magic enter top five

Meanwhile, the Cavs are slowly but surely losing grip on the top spot

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

Turkey hotel lift death was murder, says brother

Tyler Kerry's younger sibling tells the BBC he wants justice.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Trump appoints former Middle East negotiator as hostage affairs envoy

President-elect Trump on Wednesday announced his selection of Adam Boehler to serve as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs in his second term. While the position holds the rank of an ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Hegseth meets with Republicans as his candidacy hangs in the balance

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary has faced sexual assault and workplace misconduct allegations.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Hormel’s stock slumps as sales are still being hurt by weak turkey prices

Hormel was impacted by lower prices for whole-bird turkeys this year, as well as a production interruption at a Planters facility in Virginia.

MarketWatch - Dec. 4

Middle East latest: Jewish settlers attack Palestinian towns and clash with Israeli troops

Jewish settlers mounted a string of attacks on Palestinian towns in the occupied West Bank overnight, burning homes and clashing with Israeli troops

ABC News - Dec. 4

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes on Gaza hospital wound 3, Netanyahu vows 'iron fist' in Lebanon

A medical director in northern Gaza said Israeli drone strikes on have wounded three medical workers

ABC News - Dec. 3

Alabama shifts to betting favorite to make CFP

Alabama has moved from a +105 underdog to a -200 favorite to make the College Football Playoff at ESPN BET.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Israel will not differentiate between Lebanon and Hezbollah if ceasefire collapses, defence minister Katz says – Middle East crisis live

Israel Katz says Israel will no longer offer Lebanon an exemption and will enforce ‘maximum impact and zero tolerance’. Israeli media reports that the cabinet is set to meet in the coastal city of ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

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