People in quake-hit Afghanistan use shovels, bare hands to pull out victims
More than 2,000 dead as search continues for those trapped under debris after magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits the nation.
Day: October 8, 2023
US expedites munitions for Israel, moves ships and aircraft into region after Hamas attack
The US “will be rapidly providing the Israel Defense Forces with additional equipment and resources, including munitions. The first security assistance will begin moving today and arriving in the coming days,” Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said …
Vegas Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup shows the value of depth at every position
The Vegas Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup with a veteran core and a journeyman goaltender shows the value of depth in hockey at every position.
Pickett hits Pickens for late touchdown as Steelers rally to stun mistake-prone Ravens 17-10
Kenny Pickett hit George Pickens for a 41-yard touchdown with 1:17 remaining and the Pittsburgh Steelers rallied to beat the Baltimore Ravens 17-10.
Germany’s opposition conservatives makes gains in two state elections
Germany’s center-right opposition won two state elections on Sunday at the halfway mark of Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s unpopular national government, projections showed.
Israel declares war and approves ‘significant’ steps in retaliation for Hamas attack
At least 700 people have reportedly been killed in Israel, a staggering toll on a scale the country has not experienced in decades.
Israel war adds urgency to US Republican House speaker crisis
Israel war adds urgency to US Republican House speaker crisis
Bavaria election results: Scholz coalition dealt a blow
Conservative and right-wing gains in Bavaria and Hesse will be felt across Germany.
Monday Briefing: Israel’s Leader Warns of a Long War
Plus bucking beauty standards in China.
How the Travis King Saga Relates to the North Korea-Russia Summit
There are shifting dynamics in North Korea’s diplomatic strategy, particularly concerning its relationships with the U.S. and Russia.