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The New York Times - Top stories
In Beirut, Israel’s Strikes Stoke Fears of War
With Monday’s attacks across southern Lebanon, the prospect of the escalating conflict enveloping the city has suddenly become real for many Beirut residents.17 minutes ago - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
U.S. sending more troops to Middle East as tensions increase
The U.S. is sending more troops to the Middle East as American citizens in Lebanon are being told to leave the country. Charlie D'Agata has details.4 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Pentagon to Send More U.S. Troops to Middle East as Tensions Rise
Maj. Gen. Patrick S. Ryder, the Pentagon press secretary, declined to say exactly how many troops were deploying, citing operational security.9 hours ago -
BBC News - Top stories
'We just had to flee': Fear and tension in Lebanon under deadly Israeli bombardment
Thousands have fled southern Lebanon while others say they are leaving the capital Beirut.9 hours ago - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
Pentagon sending additional troops to Middle East as tensions escalate
The U.S. is sending a "small number" of ground troops to the Middle East as a larger war between Israel and Hezbollah threatens to break out, the Pentagon announced Monday. Defense Department press ...11 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Luxury stocks slip as fears grow of a prolonged downturn
"The luxury goods industry could be in for a prolonged period of weakness, we've already seen it for a couple of semesters."13 hours ago -
The New York Times - World
Fear Spreads in Beirut as Israel Steps Up Strikes
Lebanon’s Education Ministry ordered some schools to close amid warnings from Israel that it was intensifying strikes against Hezbollah and calls for residents to evacuate.13 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Spiral in Week of Attacks: What to Know
Exploding pagers, a major Israeli strike in Beirut and Hezbollah attacks deep inside Israel have brought the two sides closer than they’ve been in years to a full-scale war.14 hours ago - Israel -
NBC News - Top stories
Tensions escalate as Israel and Hezbollah exchange strikes
Fears of a wider war are growing after Israeli forces carried out a wave of airstrikes in Lebanon over the weekend following a barrage of missiles fired at Israel by Hezbollah. NBC’s Richard Engel ...17 hours ago - Israel -
The New York Times - World
Israel and Hezbollah Threaten to Hit Harder, Raising Fears of All-Out War
A leader of the Iranian-backed militia said its latest barrage was “just the beginning,” and an Israeli military official said, “Our strikes will intensify.”17 hours ago - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats fear pollsters are undercounting Trump
Senate Democrats are worried pollsters are once again undercounting the Trump vote and say Vice President Harris’s slim lead in battleground states, especially Pennsylvania, is cause for serious ...18 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CBS News - Top stories
FTC trustbuster Lina Khan: feared in boardrooms, cheered on by progressive
At the Federal Trade Commission, Chair Lina Khan's mission is breaking illegal monopolies, blocking mergers that stifle competition, and protecting consumers.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Wendy Sherman says escalating tensions in Middle East are ‘quite serious’
Former Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman said the escalating tensions in the Middle East between Israel and Hezbollah are “quite serious.” “I see the state of play as quite serious,” she said ...Yesterday -
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ABC News - Top stories
Kirby says U.S. diplomatic efforts continue in the Middle East amid rising tensions
White House National Security Communications Adviser John Kirby said the U.S. is doing “everything we can" to prevent an "all-out war" between Israel and Hezbollah.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Israel and Hezbollah exchange heavy fire as fears of war mount
Israel and the Hezbollah militant group exchanged heavy fire across the Lebanese border on Sunday, fueling fears of a wider conflict in the region.Yesterday - Israel -
The New York Times - Top stories
Venezuelan Gang’s Path to U.S. Stokes Fear, Crime and Border Politics
Tren de Aragua’s emergence in New York City and elsewhere has led law enforcement officials to strategize how to stem the gang’s growth.Yesterday -
The New York Times - World
Middle East Crisis: Hezbollah Targets Israel in Overnight Retaliation for Week of Israeli Attacks
The latest uptick stoked fear of a broader war in the region. Hezbollah’s response came after a week in which Israel carried out a series of audacious attacks, killing some of the group’s top ...Yesterday - Israel -
The Hill - Politics
Sunday shows preview: Election Day inches closer; Middle East tensions at ultimate high
Candidates are gearing up with less than 50 days to go until Election Day. Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah are at an all-time high following a series of explosions in Lebanon this week, ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
Sicily: fear of foreign actors prompts security request for wreck of luxury yacht
Officials concerned about sensitive hard drives of tech mogul Mike Lynch, who died in sinking of Bayesian. Italian authorities have confirmed a request for additional security around the wreck of ...2 days ago -
NBC News - Top stories
Election fears ignite 'preppers' already planning for the catastrophic unknown
Uncertainty fueled by global wars, months of protests, rising costs and another presidential race has 'preppers' especially vigilant.2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
AI is helping shape the 2024 presidential race. But not in the way experts feared
Generative artificial intelligence is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S. presidential election haven’t materialized yet2 days ago -
ABC News - Tech
AI is helping shape the 2024 presidential race. But not in the way experts feared
Generative artificial intelligence is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it could threaten the U.S. presidential election haven’t materialized yet2 days ago -
The New York Times - World
With Focus Shifting to Lebanon, Some in Gaza Fear Cease-Fire Talks Will Be Sidelined
Even as Israel signals that it is moving its focus to its northern border with Lebanon, there has been no pause to its bombardment in Gaza, where residents are facing another winter with little ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
With Robinson Candidacy, North Carolina Republicans Fear Damage to Years of Gains
Explosive posts by the Republican candidate for governor, Mark Robinson, are sending waves of anxiety through a state party that has long been tactical and disciplined.3 days ago - Republican Party -
CBS News - Top stories
New Georgia rule prompts fears of Election Day chaos
The Georgia State Election Board voted Friday in favor of hand counting all ballots in the election in November, which could lead to a delay in the reporting of Georgia's election results. Scott ...3 days ago -
The New York Times - Business
Critics Fear Tax Subsidies for Carbon Capture Won’t Be Checked
Some activists are questioning whether the federal government can accurately verify a tax program for facilities that store planet-warming gases.3 days ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Lebanon border clashes between Israel, Hezbollah spark fears of wider war
The fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon continued escalating Friday as the Israeli military says it killed about a dozen top Hezbollah members in a rare airstrike in Beirut. Chris ...3 days ago - Israel -
BBC News - Top stories
Mohamed Al Fayed: How culture of fear at Harrods stopped women coming forward
One woman says the head of security for the former Harrods boss threatened her when she tried to speak out.3 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Oil prices log weekly gains after Fed rate cut, rising Middle East tensions
Oil futures booked solid weekly gains, boosted by the Federal Reserve’s large interest-rate cut and a renewed rise in tensions in the Middle East.3 days ago - Federal Reserve -
CBS News - Top stories
Biden weighs in on Israel, Hezbollah tensions after new strikes in Beirut
President Biden commented on the prospects of a cease-fire deal in the Middle East as Israel trades attacks with the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. This comes as more details emerge of a ...3 days ago - Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Beirut doctor on treating injuries from device explosions as Israel-Hezbollah tensions boil over
The Israeli military on Friday said it conducted a "targeted strike" in Beirut, Lebanon, after a night that saw dozens of airstrikes in one of Israel's most intense bombardments against the ...3 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Israel and Hezbollah exchange fire as tensions escalate
Israeli forces carried out a strike against Hezbollah in Beirut on Friday, shortly after the Lebanese militant group fired more than a hundred rockets toward Israel. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) ...3 days ago - Israel -
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Financial Times - World
India bailout for Maldives lessens default fear
Archipelago nation receives $50mn to meet October coupon payment3 days ago - India -
The Guardian - World
‘Horrendous’: rise in tourism stokes local tensions in Lake District town
Cumbria police are objecting to plans in Bowness-on-Windermere for a new bar amid residents’ complaints about antisocial behaviour – but some don’t see a problem. Even on a weekday afternoon, at ...3 days ago -
ABC News - Entertainment
French cult film 'La Haine' returns as hip-hop musical
The critically acclaimed French film “La Haine” is being adapted into a musical show nearly three decades after becoming a classic3 days ago - France -