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Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria
The Israeli military hit weapons depots and air defenses, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. Israel has said it aims to keep military equipment away from extremists.The New York Times - 30m -
Pakistan begins last anti-polio vaccination campaign of the year after a surge in cases
Officials say Pakistan has begun its last nationwide vaccination campaign for the year to protect 45 million children from polio after a surge in new cases hampered efforts to stop the diseaseABC News - 1h -
Light at the end of the tunnel: TB screening for Pakistan’s miners comes out of the clinic and on to the coalface
Those who work underground in mines have a high rate of tuberculosis, but they risk losing their job if they take time off to travel to a clinic. Now mobile technology is helping diagnose miners at ...The Guardian - 4h -
Lawmakers struggle to reach deal to avert government shutdown
Congressional negotiators are struggling to reach a deal to keep the government's lights on past Dec. 20. Text of a continuing resolution (CR) for a government funding package was expected on ...The Hill - 10h -
Automakers Thrived in the Pandemic. Many Are Now Struggling.
Changing technology, political turmoil and competition from China are cutting into profits and forcing carmakers to cut jobs and close factories.The New York Times - 1d -
Pakistan begins last anti-polio vaccination campaign of the year after a surge in cases
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan began on Monday its last nationwide vaccination campaign for the year to protect 45 million children from polio after a surge in new cases hampered efforts to stop the ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Pakistan’s military struggles to solve ‘Imran Khan problem’
Jailed former prime minister remains hugely popular and capable of mobilising support, say analystsFinancial Times - 7h -
Sara Sharif’s grandfather vows to keep her siblings in Pakistan as vigil is held
Muhammed Sharif goes to high court in Lahore and says ‘safest place’ for his other grandchildren is with him. Sara Sharif’s grandfather said he will fight to keep her siblings in Pakistan, calling ...The Guardian - 14h -
Gabbard struggles to woo senators ahead of confirmation fight
Tulsi Gabbard is struggling through her meetings with senators this week, sources told The Hill, highlighting the difficult path she faces in winning confirmation to be director of national ...The Hill - 3d -
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Thursday Briefing: The Struggle to Create Order in Syria
Plus, China’s surprising box office hit.The New York Times - 4d -
Hegseth faces questions about women's role in the military
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Defense Department, continued meeting with senators on Capitol Hill in an effort to gain enough support for confirmation. Hegseth is ...CBS News - 5d -
Israeli Strikes Hit Syria's Navy, Military Arsenals
The strikes are part of Israel’s campaign to destroy weapons left behind by ousted President Bashar al-Assad’s forces.The Wall Street Journal - 5d -
Israel strikes hundreds of military targets in Syria
Turkey accuses Israel of displaying occupier mentality and UN envoy says airstrikes must cease. Middle East crisis – live updates Israeli warplanes have intensified an air offensive in Syria, ...The Guardian - 5d -
Valverde admits Madrid not used to UCL struggles
Federico Valverde admitted it's "tough" to see Real Madrid struggling in Europe -- a situation they "aren't used to" -- as the Champions League holders prepare to face Atalanta on Tuesday.ESPN - 5d -
Pakistan's military court indicts a former spy chief for abuse of power
Pakistan's military says a retired army general who served as the spy chief in the government of imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been indicted by a military court for indulging in ...ABC News - 5d -
From the Military to a Watchmaker’s Bench
Since its first class in 2017, the Veterans Watchmaker Initiative has provided free training to almost 80 former servicemen and women.The New York Times - 6d -
Breaking down the U.S. military implications of Assad's fall
President-elect Donald Trump is now signaling that the U.S. military should not intervene in Syria, posting on social media over the weekend, "this is not our fight." Charlie D'Agata has more on ...CBS News - 6d -
2 suspects carrying explosives on a motorcycle killed in blast near a police station in Pakistan
Police say two suspected militants riding on a motorcycle were killed when an explosive device they were carrying exploded prematurely near a police station in restive southwestern PakistanABC News - 6d -
Rheinmetall, Auterion to Develop Standardized Software for Military Drones
The arms producer and drone software company have reached a deal to cooperate in creating an industry standard for controlling and operating unmanned drones, which is expected to benefit Ukraine in ...The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
Eagles air frustrations as passing attack struggles
Frustration about a passing attack that has yet to hit its stride bubbled to the surface for members of the Eagles following Sunday's narrow win over the Panthers.ESPN - 6d -
Turkish military helicopters collide in midair, killing 5 military personnel
Officials says two Turkish military helicopters have collided in midair, causing one of them to crashABC News - Dec. 9 -
Elephant dies of apparent heart failure in Pakistan weeks after family reunion
An elephant has died of apparent heart failure at a Pakistani safari park, less than two weeks after being reunited with her sisterABC News - Dec. 8 -
Man Utd's struggles continue with loss to Forest
Man United's weakness from set pieces was exploited again as they fell to a 3-2 Premier League defeat by Nottingham Forest at Old Trafford on Saturday.ESPN - Dec. 7 -
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Freed hostage shares struggles as husband remains in captivity
Aviva Siegel, one of the hostages freed from Gaza during last November's brief ceasefire, joined Meet the Press to share her experience a year after her release. Her husband, Keith, remains a ...NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Bidders line up for struggling Thames Water
The water firm has received multiple bids as it faces running out of money next year.BBC News - Dec. 6 -
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One woman's struggle to find food in Gaza
Every morning, Jamalat Wadi heads out in search of food for her family, which numbers more than a dozen. In northern Gaza, Israel has allowed virtually no aid in for two months, turning down 82 of ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Military advocacy group makes push on Capitol Hill
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Top military group pushes for quality of life measures The National ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Hamilton has struggled to 'handle emotions' in 2024
Lewis Hamilton is preparing for his last weekend with Mercedes and says his final year at the team has been "very emotional".BBC News - Dec. 5 -
Pakistan's state-run airline to resume flights to Europe in January after EU agency lifted ban
Pakistan’s state-run airline says it is preparing to resume direct flights to European countries early next monthABC News - Dec. 5 -
OpenAI Is Working With Anduril to Supply the US Military With AI
The ChatGPT maker is the latest AI giant to reveal it’s working with the defense industry, following similar announcements by Meta and Anthropic.Wired - Dec. 4 -
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Pakistan's Reliance on Chinese-Built Power Plants Is Strangling Its Economy
Pakistan turned to Beijing to solve a crippling energy shortage. Now, the country is crushed by debt and sky-high energy prices—and its economy is spiraling.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Migrants brought to UK from remote military island
Their journey to the UK marks the end of years of complex legal battles.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
LeBron's jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense
LeBron James is in quite the shooting slump, especially from long distanceABC News - Dec. 3 -
Jets are sticking with struggling Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback
Aaron Rodgers will remain the New York Jets’ starting quarterback despite speculation the team could bench him in what has been a disappointing seasonABC News - Dec. 2
