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Syrian rebels close in on crucial city of Homs

Thousands of people have been forced to leave parts of central Syria as rebel forces advance on the country's third-largest city of Homs. It would be a major win for the rebels, who have also ...

CBS News - 5d

Rebels Advance in Syria as Iran Steps Back

Also, judges rejected TikTok’s effort to avoid a U.S. ban. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.

The New York Times - 5d

Syrian Rebels' Lightning Offensive Zeroes In on Major City

Some Arab officials are urging President Bashar al-Assad to leave the country as a battle for Homs looms.

The Wall Street Journal - 5d

Can Syrian rebels maintain momentum and take Damascus?

Assad’s forces have offered little resistance so far, as attention turns to how his allies will react. Assault on Aleppo: who are the Syrian rebels HTS and why are they advancing? So far the ...

The Guardian - 5d

Tracking Syrian rebels' lightning offensive as they approach key city

BBC Verify has been tracking the territory captured by Syrian rebels as they move towards Homs.

BBC News - 5d

NHL Star Power Index: Jack Hughes leading offensive charge for Devils, Macklin Celebrini continues to develop

Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun is also finding his stride offensively

CBS Sports - 5d

Syrian Rebel Offensive Bolsters Turkey's Geopolitical Influence

NATO member Turkey has longstanding relations with the rebels who entered Hama and captured Aleppo days earlier.

The Wall Street Journal - 5d

UniCredit's Orcel could still sweeten his bid and take on a double M&A offensive

Divided between two takeover courtships, UniCredit's Andrea Orcel may need to decide between going big abroad or staying home.

CNBC - 5d

Hagel scores 2, Point has 4 assists in Lightning's 8-1 win over Sharks

Brayden Point had four assists and Brandon Hagel scored twice to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning to an 8-1 victory against the San Jose Sharks

ABC News - 6d

Syrian Rebels Storm Hama as Government Forces Withdraw

Opposition forces advanced on the city of Hama as their startling offensive moved quickly in the direction of the capital, Damascus.

The New York Times - 6d

Friday Briefing: Syrian Rebels Storm Another City

Plus, a celebration of art in Dakar.

The New York Times - 6d

UCLA to hire Indiana's Tino Sunseri, replacing offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy

UCLA coach DeShaun Foster has made a swift change to his staff, replacing offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy with Indiana's Tino Sunseri.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Sources: Eric Bieniemy out after one season as UCLA's offensive coordinator

The former Chiefs offensive coordinator joined UCLA's staff after the school hired Deshaun Foster.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Portal preview: Top offensive transfers available

The transfer portal officially opens on Monday and USC QB Miller Moss will be one of the top players available.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

The N.F.L.’s Best Athlete Is a 335-Pound Offensive Lineman From Samoa

As a child, Penei Sewell and his brothers used a water bottle filled with sand and water for a football.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Oklahoma State fires offensive, defensive coordinators after posting worst winning percentage since 1991

The Cowboys are making major staff changes after stumbling to an 0-9 record in conference play

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Lawmakers see 'bad guys on both sides' in Syria offensive

Senators on both sides of the aisle are holding back from cheering rebel gains against Syrian President Bashar Assad, following a lightning offensive over the weekend led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Syrian Forces Battle Rebels Outside Government Stronghold

The rebels have set their sights on the city of Hama, where President Bashar al-Assad’s government has long maintained strength.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Map: Where Rebels Have Advanced in Syria

Syrian opposition fighters have rapidly expanded the territory under their control in northwestern Syria.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Tom Brady proposes controversial NFL rule change after brutal hit on Trevor Lawrence: 'Penalize the offense'

Brady appears to side with the defender in this case

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Inside Aleppo: the Syrian city captured by rebels

Opposition supporters are ecstatic but others are wary of their new Islamist rulers as Assad regime begins counteroffensive

Financial Times - Dec. 4

BBC Verify tracks week of rebel advances in Syria

It’s been one week since rebel forces launched their largest offensive against the Syrian government in years. BBC Verify has been tracking their advances.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Michigan coach Sherrone Moore fires offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell after unit struggles in 2024

Michigan coach Sherrone Moore has fired offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell

ABC News - Dec. 3

Michigan fires offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell 3 days after Ohio State triumph

Michigan ranked 117th in the country in yards per play in 2024.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Michigan fires offensive coordinator Kirk Campbell after Wolverines ranked No. 128 in total offense for 2024

The Wolverines led only Iowa and the service academies in passing offense

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Syrian rebels reach outskirts of major city of Hama

Advance from Aleppo highlights weakness of regime forces

Financial Times - Dec. 3

Amid Syria’s Rebel Offensive, a Geopolitical Cauldron Simmers

Iran and Russia, both stretched by conflicts of their own, have experienced setbacks in Syria after a rebel offensive in the northwest of the country.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Dana Dimel dies at 62: Ex-Houston, UTEP coach served as offensive assistant for Illinois in 2024 season

Dimel also served multiple stints as an assistant coach under the legendary Bill Snyder at Kansas State

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Senate Democrat: Kash Patel an 'offensive nomination'

Sen. Alex Padilla (Calif.), a Democratic member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, says President-elect Trump’s nomination of Kash Patel to head the FBI is as “offensive” as his derailed choice of ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Who are the rebels threatening Assad's grip on Syria?

The long-running civil war has unexpectedly sprung back into the spotlight

BBC News - Dec. 3

Who Are the Syrian Rebels Who Seized Aleppo?

The group now advancing, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, says it wants to replace the Assad government with one inspired by Islamic principles.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Key players in Syria's long-running civil war, reignited by a shock rebel offensive

Syria’s long civil war has reclaimed global attention after insurgents seized most of its largest city and dozens of nearby towns and villages

ABC 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 distance

ABC News - Dec. 3

Rebel offensive boosts Turkey’s influence in Syria

Ankara, long a backer of opposition groups, sees chance to push back Kurdish militants and force Assad to negotiate

Financial Times - Dec. 3

What is the ultimate goal of Syria's rebel forces?

The Syrian military and Russian forces launched joint airstrikes Monday targeting rebel groups that seized control of the nation's largest city, Aleppo. Syria's civil war has stood at a stalemate ...

CBS News - Dec. 2

Dana Holgorsen agrees to two-year deal to stay on as Nebraska offensive coordinator

Holgorsen served as Nebraska's coordinator and play-caller for the final three games of the season

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Oklahoma hiring Ben Arbuckle from Washington State as offensive coordinator

Arbuckle's "Air Raid" attack is expected to provide a major boost to a lackluster Oklahoma offense.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 2

Oklahoma hires Ben Arbuckle as offensive coordinator after leading Washington State's top-15 scoring offense

Arbuckle has led prolific passing offenses with the Wildcats, coaching Cam Ward in 2023, and at Western Kentucky

CBS Sports - 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

The surprise Syrian rebel offensive could be a Mideast turning point

For years, American policymakers have grappled with how to manage the Middle East’s shifting alliances and conflicts while reducing direct military commitments.

The Hill - Dec. 2

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