Jacob Lew, former treasury secretary to Obama, confirmed as US ambassador to Israel
The Senate has confirmed Jacob Lew as ambassador to Israel, filling the key diplomatic post as the country is fighting a war with Hamas.
Month: October 2023
Ahead of the UK’s AI Summit, set to host Elon Musk, VP Harris, and others, the UK has highlighted doomsday scenarios while the US has focused on tangible issues (Washington Post)
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Ahead of the UK’s AI Summit, set to host Elon Musk, VP Harris, and others, the UK has highlighted doomsday scenarios while the US has focused on tangible issues — Vice President Harris, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and other…
Norwegian PM backs Israel but calls for ‘proportionality’ in Hamas offensive
Speaking at the Nordic Council meeting in Oslo, Norwegian leader Jonas Gahr Store said while Israel has the right to defend itself, there is also a ‘link’ to proportionality and the drama unfolding in Gaza which he believes is a threat to civilians and…
Six missed warning signs before the Maine mass shooting explained
In the aftermath of the shooting, authorities are facing mounting pressure to explain whether they could have done more to stop the tragedy. Kelly Rissman reports
Yemen’s Houthis say they launched missiles, drones at Israel
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Saudi Arabia is now sole bidder for 2034 World Cup
Despite strong support from the Asian Football Confederation, Saudi Arabia will likely be viewed as a controversial host, with human rights organizations preemptively decrying the move.
Cybersecurity Leaders Spooked by SEC Lawsuit Against SolarWinds CISO
The SEC’s lawsuit against the CISO of SolarWinds is leaving CISOs across the industry spooked and reevaluating their roles.
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Nokia Sues Amazon From US To India Over Streaming-Tech Patents
Nokia sued Amazon in courts across three continents, alleging the e-commerce giant uses its technologies in streaming services and devices without authorization. From a report: The suits were filed in the US, Germany, India, the UK, and the European Un…
King Charles III says ‘no excuse’ for British colonial atrocities in Kenya
King Charles III said Tuesday there could be “no excuse” for British colonial atrocities against Kenyans as he visited the country. However, he stopped short of offering the apology that many Kenyans had been hoping for.
Jack Lew confirmed by Senate as Biden’s ambassador to Israel
The Senate confirmed former treasury secretary Jack Lew to serve as U.S. ambassador to Israel.