video Update Israeli threats paralyze paramedics’ work, halt two hospitals, close key land crossing

Israeli threats paralyze paramedics’ work, halt two hospitals, close key land crossing

  • Transport minister said that the crossing was subject to the authority of the Lebanese state
  • Israeli air raids at night targeted Hezbollah official Hashem Safieddine, rumored successor to its assassinated leader Hassan Nasrallah
video By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

While Biden warns Israel against escalation, Trump suggests striking Iran nuclear facilities

While Biden warns Israel against escalation, Trump suggests striking Iran nuclear facilities

  • “If I were in their (Israelis) shoes, I’d be thinking about other alternatives than striking oil fields,” Biden said in response to a reporter's question
  • Weighing in, Trump said Biden “got that one wrong,” adding, "... the answer should have been, hit the nuclear first, and worry about the rest later.”
By AFP ·

US, UK warplanes attack Houthi targets in Sanaa, Dhamar, Hodeidah

US, UK warplanes attack Houthi targets in Sanaa, Dhamar, Hodeidah

  • Strikes mostly on military bases, according to media reports
  • Militia supporters rally in Sanaa in show of solidarity with people of Palestine
By Saeed Al-Batati ·

Special How Saudi Arabia is developing tourism while protecting its precious marine ecosystems graphic

How Saudi Arabia is developing tourism while protecting its precious marine ecosystems

  • Projects on the Kingdom’s coastlines seek to balance ecotourism with marine conservation and the preservation of unique biodiversity 
  • From relocating coral fragments to protecting endangered species, Red Sea Global is setting a global standard for sustainable development
By Ghadi Joudah ·

Hamas says Israel Lebanon strike kills commander, family

Hamas says Israel Lebanon strike kills commander, family

  • Hamas has announced the deaths of at least 18 of its militants in Lebanon
By AFP ·

Indian troops kill 31 suspected Maoist rebels in forest battle

Indian troops kill 31 suspected Maoist rebels in forest battle

  • Counterinsurgency troops cornered nearly 50 suspected rebels in the Abhujmaad forest area along the border of Narayanpur and Dantewada districts in Chhattisgarh state
  • Indian soldiers have been battling the Maoist rebels across several central and northern states since 1967, when the militants began fighting to demand more jobs, land and wealth
By AP ·

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

  • Facebook announced two new tabs called Local and Explore that would help people expand their networks and make new connections
By Reuters ·

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features

  • Facebook announced two new tabs called Local and Explore that would help people expand their networks and make new connections
By Reuters ·

Bronny James begins Lakers career with a preseason debut

Bronny James begins Lakers career with a preseason debut

  • Bronny James finishes with two points in the Lakers’ 124-107 loss to the Timberwolves
  • As is typical for inactive players, LeBron largely stays away from the Lakers’ huddles
By AP ·