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Assad flees Syria, war monitor says, as insurgents enter Damascus
Syrian insurgents reached Damascus as part of a rapidly moving offensive that saw them take over some of Syria's largest cities.CBS News - Dec. 8 -
Insurgents reach gates of Syria’s capital, threatening to end decades of Assad rule
The insurgents’ stunning march across Syria is gaining speed.ABC News - Dec. 7 -
Syrian rebels push towards Damascus as Assad’s grip on power wanes
Government forces withdraw from strategic cities and US envoy says Iran ‘pulling out’Financial Times - Dec. 7 -
Assad regime in peril as insurgents near Syria's capital: What to know
Syrian rebels on Saturday battled government forces in an effort to take control of the crucial city of Homs as they advanced toward the country's capital, Damascus -- moves that catapulted ...The Hill - Dec. 7 -
Syria's Assad Finds Himself Alone as Enemies Close In
Facing the collapse of his rule, President Bashar al-Assad sought help from his backers in Russia and Iran. He came away empty-handed.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 7 -
Where is Bashar al-Assad? Rumours swirl in Syria about its president
Rumours surround the whereabouts of the Syrian president, as rebels make advances near the capital's suburbs.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
🔬 The Debrief on Saturday's stunning Premier League action
Five games took place on a truncated day of Premier League football on Saturday.Here's what we made of the action.What happened? 📝Manchester City dropped yet more points as they came from behind ...Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
‘We can barely believe what’s happening’: how Syria’s frozen conflict flared into hot war that could topple Assad
With insurgents closing in on Damascus, questions remain over whether the Assad regime will dig in, and if Hayat Tahrir al-Sham are as moderate as they seem. When Islamist militants swept into her ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
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 -
Alone and broke against a renewed insurgency, is Assad's rule about to collapse?
The last time Syrian President Bashar Assad was in serious trouble was 10 years agoABC News - Dec. 7 -
Syria's state news agency denies rumors that President Bashar Assad has left the country, says he is at work in Damascus
Syria's state news agency denies rumors that President Bashar Assad has left the country, says he is at work in DamascusABC News - Dec. 7 -
Judge OKs landmark class action settlement in LGBTQ fertility lawsuit
A judge approved a landmark class-action settlement this week between Aetna and same-sex couples in New York who said the insurance behemoth discriminated against them and other LGBTQ customers ...NBC News - Dec. 7 -
Anti-Assad rebels take most of key southern Syrian region - reports
It comes as Islamist-led rebels in the north say they have reached the outskirts of the city of Homs.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
‘He has come out an old man’: joy and grief as loved ones released from Assad prisons
Family members describe renewed hopes after decades-long searches for political detainees in ‘Kingdom of Silence’. Moammar Ali has been searching for his older brother for 39 years.. In 1986, ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Woolworths workers vote to return to work, ending two week strike action
More than 1,500 Woolworths warehouse workers in two states went on strike from 21 November, seeking better pay and safety on the jobYahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Leader of Syria’s Resurgent Rebels Lays Out Strategy to Oust Assad
In an interview, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the Islamist rebel heading an offensive moving toward Damascus, said the operation was a long time coming.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Damascus and Assad now in Syrian rebels' sights, raising stakes for president
The sudden offensive could become the biggest threat to Syria's president in 13 years of civil war.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
The Sudden Rebel Advance in Syria Creates 'Real Possibility' of Assad's Fall
Capturing Hama would leave just one major city, Homs, in government hands on the road from rebel-held northern Syria to Damascus.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 5 -
Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault Revealed, Will Mix Shopkeeping And RPG Action In 2025
Though it saw a quiet launch back in 2018, Moonlighter became an indie hit in no time, with both critics and players enjoying its unique action-RPG/shop-sim blend. Today, during the PC Gaming Show, ...GameSpot - Dec. 5 -
Patel has threatened legal action over remarks, former Pence aide says
Kash Patel, President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, has threatened legal action against a former aide to ex-Vice President Pence over her comments criticizing Patel, the aide said. Olivia ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Joe Biden should pardon Reality Winner for her actions as a whistleblower | Margaret Sullivan
The leaker went to jail for a patriotic, if illegal, act. She has a lot to offer the world if she’s allowed to move on. In late November, Reality Winner – who turned 33 this week – finished her ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
No FA action over second Guéhi 'Jesus' armband
The FA will again remind Crystal Palace defender Marc Guéhi about kit regulations but he will face no formal action after writing "Jesus loves you" on his rainbow-coloured captain's armbandESPN - Dec. 4 -
Mad Mushroom unveils 2 action RPGs: Hell Clock and Conquest Dark
Mad Mushroom, the influencer-owned game publisher in the OTK Network, announced two new action RPG titles at the OTK Winter Games Expo.VentureBeat - Dec. 4 -
Guehi to face no action after again defying rules by writing religious message on rainbow armband
Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi will face no formal action from the English Football Association despite defying its rules for a second time by writing a religious message on his uniform during a ...ABC News - Dec. 4 -
With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely
Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
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Wish it away: will the live-action Snow White be a new low for Disney?
A hauntingly bad new trailer for the studio’s next live-action remake promises a nightmarish procession of CGI dwarves. Here are two things that recently happened in very quick succession: my ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi avoids formal action over Jesus armband messages
Second adapted rainbow armband worn by skipper will not lead to formal action from Football Association. The Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi will face no formal action from the Football ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
House Democrat renews push to release Gaetz report, forcing action this week
House floor consideration of a resolution forcing the House Ethics Committee to release its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) is expected this week, after Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) on ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Trump will take ‘nonstop’ action in first 100 days in office, top adviser says – live
Jason Miller says that Trump will take aggressive action on immigration and oil and gas drilling early into his second term. Notre Dame Cathedral will reopen in Paris on Saturday with incoming US ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
4 value propositions for climate action under Trump
It is imperative that work continues towards climate adaptation where there is an opening for consensus.The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Trump Will Have Enormous Power Over Climate Action. Here’s Why.
Presidents have extraordinary control over climate policy, in part, because it’s been decades since Congress has passed a comprehensive environmental bill.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
FTC takes action against location data companies accused of unlawfully using consumer info
The Federal Trade Commission announced that it is taking action against two location data companies after it said that they unlawfully tracked and sold private consumer information.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Tencent and Morefun Studios unveil 3D action-fighting game based on Chinese myths
Tencent and its Morefun Studios subsidiary revealed a 3D action-fighting game The Hidden Ones inspired by Chinese mythology.VentureBeat - Dec. 3 -
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Microsoft faces £1bn class action case in UK over software prices
It is alleged the tech giant overcharged companies for its Window Server software, used in cloud computing.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?
The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlightBBC News - Dec. 3 -
Airstrikes hit hospitals in Syria’s Idlib region as insurgents fight Assad forces
White Helmets say at least 18 people killed in strikes on five healthcare facilities including maternity hospital. A wave of airstrikes has pummelled hospitals and neighbourhoods in the rebel-held ...The Guardian - Dec. 2 -
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can ...The New York Times - Dec. 2 -
Syria crisis due to Assad’s refusal to engage with opposition, says Turkish minister
Iran’s foreign minister blamed Israel’s intervention instead, but emergency talks in Ankara said to be ‘constructive’. Middle East crisis – live updates The crisis in Syria is the result of ...The Guardian - Dec. 2
