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The surprising place Islam is rapidly growing
For the CBS Mornings series, "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she takes a look at why so many people are converting to Islam behind bars.CBS News - 7h -
Stress and fear roil a tiny, rapidly militarizing Japanese island near Taiwan
The tiny island of Yonaguni on Japan’s western frontier is too small for even a chain convenience storeABC News - 2d -
Trump says peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are moving 'pretty rapidly'
During a press conference with the prime minister of the United Kingdom, President Trump said peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine are ongoing and moving "pretty rapidly" as Ukrainian ...NBC News - 1d -
Why thousands convert to Islam in prison each year
For the latest installment of the "CBS Mornings" series "The State of Spirituality with Lisa Ling," she explores why Islam is rapidly growing behind bars, with tens of thousands of U.S. inmates ...CBS News - 7h -
Texas measles outbreak grows
A measles outbreak that spread in Gaines County, Texas, slammed a Mennonite community and has grown to around 100 cases, according to health officials. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.CBS News - 3d -
Flames Place Veteran Defenseman On Waivers
The Calgary Flames are back to work preparing for their next game on Sunday against the San Jose Sharks, kickstarting the final stretch of the 2024-25 regular season.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21 -
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 -
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1 dead, 3 wounded in France knife attack labeled Islamic extremism
French authorities say a passerby was stabbed to death and three police officers injured near a crowded market in eastern FranceABC News - 6d -
Morocco says it dismantled Islamic State cell that was planning attacks
Moroccan authorities have arrested a dozen people they said were planning attacks on behalf of the Islamic State in the SahelABC News - 4d -
Suspected Islamic extremist charged in deadly German knife attack
Germany’s top prosecutor has charged a suspected Islamic extremist with murder, attempted murder and membership in a terrorist organization abroad in connection with a deadly knife attack last year ...ABC News - 1d -
Faisal Islam: Any Starmer deal with Trump is all about avoiding tariffs
A deal to avoid further trade barriers appears very much on the cards, but challenges remain.BBC News - 9h -
Texas measles outbreak grows to 124
The measles outbreak in west Texas grew to 124 cases over the weekend, with 18 patients requiring hospitalization, the state’s health department said on Tuesday. The cases increased by 34 since ...The Hill - 3d -
Growing concern over measles outbreak
In Texas, officials are reporting that one unvaccinated child has died of measles. Officials say at least 124 people have been infected and 18 people hospitalized. Almost all have been babies and ...NBC News - 1d -
Anita Dobson makes surprise return for anniversary special
The actress, who last appeared in the soap more than 37 years ago, played the role of a landlady at the Queen Vic pub.BBC News - Feb. 20 -
Moyes 'surprised' by VAR denying pen in Utd draw
Everton manager David Moyes has described the controversial decision to overturn a late penalty for his side in their 2-2 draw with Manchester United as "surprising."ESPN - 5d -
Biggest moments and surprises from SAG Awards
Some of Hollywood's biggest stars were at the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. A lot of the predicted awards favorites did not win, including for the biggest prize ...CBS News - 4d -
Gene Hackman’s Career Is a Tribute to the Pugnacious Nature of Surprise
He could be both paternal and terrifying, and had the ability to almost goad you into liking men who would otherwise be despicable.The New York Times - 1d -
Judge blocks immigration arrests at some places of worship
A federal judge in Maryland blocked the Trump administration from carrying out immigration enforcement actions at places of worship for three religious groups.CBS News - 4d -
El Salvador’s prisons are no place for US deportees
New U.S. policies risk perpetuating a cycle of violence and abuse that has for decades undermined the rights of Salvadorans and prompted migration to the United States.The Hill - 3d -
US naval base in Italy placed on lockdown
A U.S. naval base in Italy was placed on lockdown on Wednesday due to an "ongoing situation" at an entry control point, officials said.ABC News - 2d -
Where Have All the ‘Third Places’ Gone?
The term, coined by a sociologist in the 1980s, refers to informal public spaces where people can linger — and some say they’re disappearing.The New York Times - 13h -
Trump calls Zelenskyy a ‘dictator’ in growing war of words
Even as the White House pushes to end the war in Ukraine, President Donald Trump is escalating his attacks on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, describing him as a "dictator." NBC’s Richard Engel ...NBC News - Feb. 20 -
‘Dark MAGA’ Spreads as Elon Musk’s Influence Grows
Elon Musk continues to extend his power among constituents and in the government.Inc. - 4d -
Trump, Macron project unity amid growing cracks
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Trump, Macron project unity amid Ukraine-Russia divide President ...The Hill - 3d -
How to grow your home equity in 2025
Thinking of borrowing from your home equity this year? Here are three effective ways to grow it first.CBS News - 3d -
Starbucks is struggling to grow sales in China. Here's why
Starbucks is facing competition from lower priced alternatives while the Chinese consumer is under increased economic pressure.CNBC - 2d -
Texas measles outbreak grows to 146 cases
The measles outbreak in Texas has grown to 146 cases with most infections reported among children and teenagers, according to new data released Friday.ABC News - 8h -
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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 - 5d -
French authorities detained 4 people after a deadly stabbing linked to Islamic extremism
French anti-terrorism authorities say four people are in custody after a deadly stabbing in eastern France that authorities linked to Islamic radicalismABC News - 5d -
Fantasy basketball: Don't be surprised if ... Tyrese Maxey averages 30 PPG
Eric Karabell forecasts what lies ahead for three players coming out of the All-Star break.ESPN - Feb. 21 -
Post rises from G League to surprising Warriors 3-point threat
Warriors rookie Quinten Post is the deadliest 3-point shooter on a Golden State squad that features Steph Curry.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How TikTok Helped Germany’s Left to a Surprise Election Showing
Struggling a month ago, the Die Linke party surged into Parliament by riding a backlash against conservative immigration policy.The New York Times - 4d -
Kerr reveals what has surprised him most about coaching Butler
Warriors coach Steve Kerr on Monday evening told 95.7 The Game’s “Willard and Dibs” about what has surprised him the most about Jimmy Butler over Golden State's 5-1 record since trading for the ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Unilever promotes its ‘maverick’ CFO to top spot in surprise move
Fernando Fernandez, the current CFO, will take over as chief executive of the maker of Dove soap and Hellmann’s mayonnaise from Hein Schumacher, who’s stepping down on March 1 “by mutual agreement.”MarketWatch - 3d -
Eye-opening surprises from 7 fantasy baseball player projections
Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie still does his own projections — here are some interesting findings.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show
Last year’s Oscars was by all accounts a successful show, with memorable performances and unscripted moments, and a winning movie that most people had seenABC News - 2d -
WATCH: Dad tricks daughter into going to Trader Joe’s for emotional surprise
The night before Miranda McKeon marked three years cancer-free, her dad Paul insisted they go to Trader Joe's to get ice cream. Once they got there, however, he didn't take her to the ice cream aisle.ABC News - 1d -
NHL Power Rankings: Each team's fantasy hockey surprise of 2024-25
How many teams changed spots with games resuming after 4 Nations Face-Off? Plus, which players have been better or worse than expected?ESPN - 4h