What to know about sudden rebel gains in Syria’s 13 year war and why it matters

What to know about sudden rebel gains in Syria’s 13-year war and why it matters

The 13-year civil war in Syria has roared back into prominence with a surprise rebel offensive on Aleppo, one of Syria’s largest cities and an ancient business hub.

What to know about shock offensive on Syria's largest city

Syrian rebels against the country's President Bashar Al-Assad advanced toward one of the largest cities in the country — the first time since 2016 — following a shock offensive launched by ...

Politics - The Hill - 16 hours ago

Syria Rebels Reach Aleppo, in Biggest Advance in Years

A new assault on Syrian regime forces reached the major city, according to rebels and a war monitor. Government warplanes struck back at rebel territory.

World - The New York Times - 11 hours ago

Rebels Seize Control Over Most of Syria’s Largest City

The rapid advance on Aleppo came just four days into a surprise opposition offensive that is the most intense escalation in years in the civil war.

Top stories - The New York Times - 35 minutes ago

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World - The Guardian - November 13

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What a Deadly Offensive in Syria Means for a Stalled Civil War

Rebel groups have launched the largest offensive in years against government forces in the northwest.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

What a Deadly Offensive in Syria Means for a Stalled Civil War

Rebel groups have launched the largest offensive in years against government forces in the northwest.

Top stories - The New York Times - 6 hours ago

Fed Cuts Interest Rates by a Quarter Point, but the Path Ahead Is Less Clear

The Federal Reserve is reducing rates in response to cooling inflation. Donald Trump’s presidential victory has pumped up uncertainty.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

What to know about the inflation report.

A fresh Consumer Price Index report could show that inflation, much cooler than in 2022 and 2023, is not fully stamped out.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 13

U.S. Inflation Ticks Up to 2.6% in October, as Fed Considers Rate Cut

Inflation has cooled notably, but a pickup in annual price increases underscores that it is not fully back to normal.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

What to know about the NWSL finals

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A week of massive changes in Ukraine war - and why they all matter

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Massive EU-South American free trade pact would reduce tariffs, but some farmers are opposed

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World - ABC News - 3 days ago

Russian strikes hit Aleppo as rebels take control

Russia launched air raids in parts of the city overnight for the first time since 2016, a monitoring group says.

Rebel Forces in Syria Enter Aleppo in Surprise Offensive

Syria’s antigovernment forces claimed a stunning advance into Aleppo, in a setback for the government in Damascus and its allies Russia and Iran.

World - The Wall Street Journal - 5 hours ago

Who are the rebels seizing control of Syria's second city?

The Islamist militant group HTS has a long and involved history in the Syrian conflict.

Here's what to know about election security

The FBI says two fake videos online claim to be from the agency, but they are not. One is about election security, while the other is about Vice President Kamala Harris' husband, Doug Emhoff. U.S. ...

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What to Know About NYC’s Congestion Pricing Plan

Gov. Kathy Hochul has fast-tracked the new tolls to enter Midtown and Lower Manhattan. Drivers could be charged beginning in January.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 22

What to Know About the U.N. Climate Deal

Nations reached an agreement for rich countries to support poor countries in the face of climate change.

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What we know about Israel-Hezbollah deal

Israel will have 60 days to withdraw from Lebanon while Hezbollah must move north of the Litani river.

How Have Israel and Lebanon Responded to the Cease-Fire?

The truce began Wednesday, bringing a fragile peace to Israel and Lebanon. Israeli troops are to withdraw in phases from southern Lebanon, and Lebanese military convoys headed south to protect the ...

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

What to know about the Amazon strike on Black Friday

Amazon employees in 20 countries are preparing to protest on Black Friday.

What to know amid escalating tensions with Russia over war in Ukraine

John Sullivan, a former U.S. ambassador to Russia under the Biden and Trump administrations, speaks with "CBS Mornings" about the potential impact of the use of U.S. ATACMS missiles by Ukraine, ...

What Worries Me About Uruguay’s Elections This Year

An unexciting campaign mirrors young Uruguayans’ lack of enthusiasm for democracy.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 23

Rebels Seize Control Over Most of Syria’s Largest City

The rapid advance on Aleppo came just four days into a surprise rebel offensive that is the most intense escalation in years in the country’s civil war.

World - The New York Times - 3 hours ago

What to know about the unprecedented floods that killed more than 200 in Spain

In a matter of minutes, flash floods caused by heavy downpours in eastern Spain swept away everything in their path

World - ABC News - November 1

What to know about the Bucks County, Pennsylvania, voting ruling

A judge ruled Bucks County, Pennsylvania, voters have until close of business on Friday, Nov. 1, to receive, vote, and return a mail-in ballot. CBS News Philadelphia's Jen Carabeo breaks down the ...

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What seniors should know about Medicare open enrollment for 2025

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What we know about deadly Orlando mass shooting

A 17-year-old suspect could be charged as an adult after allegedly shooting at least eight people in downtown Orlando as Halloween celebrations continued into early Friday morning. CBS News' Manuel ...

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