Harriss Defense Credentials Get Fresh Scrutiny with War Looming in Middle East

Syria post-Assad power vacuum poses unexpected problems for Middle East, US

The stunning collapse of President Bashar Assad's regime in Syria presents "a moment of historic opportunity," President Joe Biden wrote on X on Sunday.

ABC News - Dec. 9

Revolutions Swept the Middle East in 2011. Will Syria’s End Differently?

Bashar al-Assad’s downfall evokes memories of uprisings in Egypt, Libya, Tunisia and Yemen, each of which brought civil war or authoritarian rule. Syrians hope for better.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

As Assad’s Dictatorship in Syria Ends, New Risks for the Middle East Are Huge

The overthrow of the Assad government could mean Russia’s bases in Syria are closed and Iran’s pathway to Hezbollah is cut off. Now Iran, newly vulnerable, will have to decide between negotiation ...

The New York Times - Dec. 8

In Fight for Syria, a Battle for Domination of the Middle East

In a region “already on fire,” analysts say, rebels’ advance toward Damascus is a barometer of the shifting power dynamics that also affect nations like Iran, Turkey, Russia and the United States.

The New York Times - Dec. 8

Assad's Downfall Marks a New Realignment in the Middle East

Winners and losers have already emerged, Turkey gained, Russia and Iran lost sway—but the gains and losses could prove illusory.

The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 8

A welcome end to a brutal Middle East dynasty

Collapse of Syria’s Assad regime brings hope — and fear — to a beleaguered nation

Financial Times - Dec. 8

Trump's return may be a boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in a changed Middle East

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is jubilant about President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House

ABC News - Dec. 8

Hollywood and the Middle East mix at Red Sea International Film Festival

One of the Middle East’s fastest-growing film festivals opened Thursday in Saudi Arabia, attracting filmmakers and stars from around the world to present over 120 films from 81 countries in ...

ABC News - Dec. 7

Middle East latest: Lebanon closes all its land border crossings with Syria except one

Lebanon said it is closing all land border crossings with Syria except for a main one that links Beirut with the Syrian capital Damascus

ABC News - Dec. 6

Fact or Fiction: LeBron James' Lakers are stuck in the middle

Los Angeles has lost seven of its last nine games, including an OT thriller on the road Friday. What is the franchise's path forward?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 6

'Hawk tuah girl' Hailey Welch's crypto launch draws scrutiny

‘Hawk tuah girl’ Hailey Welch’s crypto launch draws scrutiny

NBC News - Dec. 6

What does the middle want? Effective leadership and results.

No Labels has identified 10 core beliefs that enjoy widespread support among the middle of the electorate, including strong borders, equality of opportunity, equality under the law and affordable ...

The Hill - Dec. 6

Trump’s Middle East envoy met Israel and Qatar PMs to broker ceasefire

Steven Witkoff held talks with Netanyahu and Sheikh Mohammed to discuss deal ahead of inauguration

Financial Times - Dec. 6

President-elect Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth faces Republican scrutiny

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's controversial pick for defense secretary, remains defiant as he fights for support from Republican senators. He is now taking a step traditionally taken ...

CBS News - Dec. 6

Middle East crisis live: thousands flee Homs in central Syria as rebel forces push on

Rebels have captured key cities of Aleppo and Hama, dealing blows to president Bashar al-Assad 14 years after protests erupted across Syria. Iran aims to send missiles and drones to Syria and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

US shuts down prisons amid scrutiny over sexual abuse and crisis of suicides

Bureau of Prisons closes California facility and suspends operations at six others as rights activists call for clemency. The US Bureau of Prisons (BoP) announced on Thursday it was permanently ...

The Guardian - Dec. 5

Middle East latest: An Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital kills a teen in a wheelchair

Palestinian health officials say an Israeli drone strike on a hospital compound in northern Gaza killed a 16-year-old boy in a wheelchair and wounded at least 12 other people, including medical staff

ABC News - Dec. 5

‘Delay, Deny, Defend’: United Has Faced Scrutiny Over Denying Claims

The company has been accused of using algorithms to deny treatments and refusing coverage of nursing care to stroke patients.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

Steelers' Alex Highsmith expected back for Week 14, team gets defensive reinforcements for rematch vs. Browns

Highsmith and Cory Trice both didn't play in Pittsburgh's Week 12 loss to Cleveland

CBS Sports - Dec. 5

'Last minute spending spree' by Biden, including Rivian loan, to get DOGE scrutiny, says Vivek Ramaswamy

DOGE co-lead Vivek Ramaswamy says Biden administration attempts to dole out IRA, Chips Act funds, and EV loans, at the last minute will be reviewed.

CNBC - Dec. 5

Live updates: Hegseth doubles down despite increasing scrutiny

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump’s embattled pick for Defense secretary, spent Wednesday trying to keep his nomination as Defense secretary moving in a forward direction, amid growing scrutiny ...

The Hill - Dec. 5

Get 17 Games For $10 - Both Lego Indiana Jones Adventures, 10 Star Wars Classics, And More

Disney Classics Humble Bundle 17 games for ...

GameSpot - Dec. 4

Trump appoints former Middle East negotiator as hostage affairs envoy

President-elect Trump on Wednesday announced his selection of Adam Boehler to serve as special presidential envoy for hostage affairs in his second term. While the position holds the rank of an ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

NBA quarter-season grades for every East team: Celtics and Cavaliers earn best marks, one squad gets an 'F'

With the NBA regular season 25% complete, it's time to hand out some grades

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Middle East latest: Jewish settlers attack Palestinian towns and clash with Israeli troops

Jewish settlers mounted a string of attacks on Palestinian towns in the occupied West Bank overnight, burning homes and clashing with Israeli troops

ABC News - Dec. 4

Writers Silenced by Stalin Get New Life Amid War in Ukraine

The Soviet regime killed a generation of literary artists in the 1930s. Their legacy is being reclaimed as Ukraine fights to preserve its cultural heritage.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Georgians risk serious injury and jail in fresh pro-EU protests

More than 300 people have been arrested and police are accused of using unnecessary force on the streets.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Hegseth faces growing GOP scrutiny as allegations mount

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Trump's embattled pick for Defense secretary, faced growing scrutiny from Republican senators Tuesday after a new set of revelations over the weekend involving ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Middle East latest: Israeli strikes on Gaza hospital wound 3, Netanyahu vows 'iron fist' in Lebanon

A medical director in northern Gaza said Israeli drone strikes on have wounded three medical workers

ABC News - Dec. 3

Gregg Wallace faces fresh allegations of inappropriate behaviour amid furore

It comes after two hour-long MasterChef Christmas specials were pulled from the BBC’s festive schedule.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

'Groping' and 'touching': Fresh claims against Gregg Wallace

One woman says he touched her bottom and another says he pressed his crotch against her while filming.

BBC News - Dec. 3

Israel will not differentiate between Lebanon and Hezbollah if ceasefire collapses, defence minister Katz says – Middle East crisis live

Israel Katz says Israel will no longer offer Lebanon an exemption and will enforce ‘maximum impact and zero tolerance’. Israeli media reports that the cabinet is set to meet in the coastal city of ...

The Guardian - Dec. 3

Harriss Defense Credentials Get Fresh Scrutiny with War Looming in Middle East

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