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IDF Developments
Past coverageIsrael's High Court has ordered a pilot program for female combat soldiers in the Armored Corps, facing religious opposition. The IDF Widows and Orphans Organization awarded over NIS 2 million in scholarships. An IDF commander stated readiness to advance into Beirut if ordered.
IDF reworking food procedures for military bases in effort to allow stricter kashrut standards
The IDF is preparing to roll out stricter kosher food procedures next week, placing military kitchens at the center of its effort to improve conditions for haredi soldiers. The change comes as debate …
Deri Says IDF Sees Haredi Soldiers as a ‘Very Big Headache’
Shas chairman Arye Deri said the IDF does not want haredi soldiers and prefers a secular army, arguing that ultra-Orthodox enlistment creates “a very big headache” for the military. Deri made the rema…
Netanyahu spoke with IDF chief three hours into Oct. 7, Iran pressure fuels regime divisions
The Jerusalem Post’s podcast roundup lists reports that Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the IDF chief three hours into the October 7 attacks and that pressure on Iran is fueling divisions within its reg…
Netanyahu spoke to IDF chief three hours after Oct. 7 attack began, report says
Benjamin Netanyahu’s first conversation with then-IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi on Oct. 7, 2023, took place at 9:45 a.m., three hours after Hamas attacks began, KAN News reported. Netanyahu had rece…
Israel Strikes Lebanon Amidst Hezbollah Tensions
Past coverageIsrael has continued airstrikes on southern Lebanon, killing at least nine people, including a child, despite a ceasefire. Hezbollah-affiliated paramedics were among those killed, though Hezbollah's reaction to the assassination of a key commander has been minimal.
Israel Claims It Has Captured a Key Hezbollah Underground Complex in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military says it has taken control of the rugged Ali al-Taher area in southern Lebanon after destroying two underground routes used by Hezbollah. The Israel Defense Forces said the operati…
Israel Says It Cleared Hezbollah Underground Network Beneath Ali al-Taher Ridge
Israel says it has taken control of Hezbollah’s underground network beneath the Ali al-Taher Ridge, a strategic height in southern Lebanon that has become a major flashpoint in the conflict. The Israe…
IDF clears Hezbollah tunnels on Ali al-Taher ridge in Lebanon after months-long operation
The Israel Defense Forces says it has gained control of the Ali al-Taher ridge in southern Lebanon, above and below ground, after spending months uncovering Hezbollah’s underground network. The milita…
Lebanon receives first of five detainees Israel says it will release
Lebanon received the first of five detainees Israel says it will release, opening a closely watched humanitarian handover between the two countries. The Lebanese army said it received Malek Ghazi from…
New York Developments
Past coverageNew York is regulating AI in advertisements, requiring disclosure for AI-generated performers. The state also extended bar hours until 4 AM for the 2026 World Cup. Meanwhile, a Croatian flag event on the East River aims to break an American record, and a delegation studied urban development.
New York sanctuary policies limit ICE access to public schools
New York City is reinforcing protections in public schools as immigrant families express concern about operations by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, known as ICE. Education authorities and civil-…
Young Iceland international heads to New York
Berglind Katla Hlynsdóttir is heading to New York, where the 16-year-old Iceland international will play for Long Island Lutheran High School. Her club, Stjarnan, confirmed the move. Hlynsdóttir made …
New York to Ban AI Use by Students Through Eighth Grade
New York is preparing to bar public-school students from using artificial intelligence through eighth grade, generally covering children up to age 13 or 14. The ban is expected to be announced on Wedn…
New York Man Survives Lightning Strike While Carrying an Umbrella
Thomas Fahmy was walking to his car in Staten Island for a dental checkup when lightning struck him during a thunderstorm. CCTV footage showed him carrying an umbrella as he crossed a white fence outs…
OpenAI Enhances Enterprise Tools
Past coverageOpenAI introduces new usage analytics and spending controls for its ChatGPT Enterprise service. These features aim to provide clients with greater visibility and management capabilities for their AI usage. The company is also reportedly strengthening its research team by hiring top AI scientists from competitors like Google.
A Lot Is Riding on OpenAI’s New ChatGPT Release
OpenAI’s new artificial intelligence model may not redraw the boundaries of the technology, but the company has unusually much riding on its success. That is the assessment of technology expert Guðmun…
OpenAI commits $1 billion to cyberdefense effort amid AI safety scrutiny
OpenAI said it will commit $1 billion in subsidized access to cybersecurity tools, training and technical support for organizations that protect critical services. The initiative, called “Daybreak for…
OpenAI rolls out new AI model GPT-6 Astra
OpenAI is rolling out GPT-6 Astra to selected customers, presenting the model as both a more powerful computer operator and a system built with stronger security protections. The company said some cyb…
Astra fills out tax forms, builds game scenes and orders food as OpenAI claims it can ‘outperform humans’
OpenAI President Greg Brockman says the world has entered a new era of artificial general intelligence after the company unveiled Astra, a model it describes as “the most intelligent and best-aligned …
Swedish Social Democrats
Past coverageSweden’s Social Democrats propose a temporary tax on large banks’ excess profits, arguing it could reduce mortgage costs, but economic policy spokesman Mikael Damberg says it would not feature in the party’s first budget. Critics within the broader left say Magdalena Andersson must offer voters more than warnings about a possible Tidö government, while the Left Party demands a government in which it participates.
Confusion surrounds Social Democrats’ proposal for a new bank tax
The Social Democrats’ proposed bank tax is gaining momentum in Sweden’s election debate, but even the state-owned bank expected to play a central role does not know whether it would be covered. The pa…
Swedish Social Democrats Say Bank Tax Is Not Their Main Option
A bank tax is not the Swedish Social Democrats’ main option for financing their election promises, economic policy spokesman Mikael Damberg said at a news conference. The party would first need to inv…
Op-ed: The Social Democrats must give voters something to vote for
The Social Democrats cannot win elections by warning voters about the next possible Tidö government, former party lawmaker Juan Fonseca writes. With both the Sweden Democrats and the Left Party gainin…
V party leader: Magdalena Andersson is shooting herself in the foot
Daniel Bernmar says Magdalena Andersson is “shooting herself in the foot” by flirting with the Christian Democrats and Centre Party. The Left Party politician warns that Sweden could be heading toward…
Osaka Reaches Third Round
Past coverageJapan’s Naomi Osaka defeats Czech player Katerina Siniakova 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 at the 2026 US Open. She recovers after losing a 5-3 lead and advances in another basketball-inspired outfit.
Taiwan election countdown: Huang Wei-han identifies four keys and asks whether the KMT can still win big
With fewer than 90 days until Taiwan’s local elections, veteran media commentator Huang Wei-han is asking whether the Kuomintang can repeat its landslide victories of 2018 and 2022. Huang said the pat…
Taiwan Cabinet Seeks Record NT$607.6 Billion Supplementary Budget as Elections and Tax Case Stir Politics
Taiwan's Cabinet has proposed the largest supplementary budget in its history, setting aside NT$607.6 billion in additional spending. The package now goes to the Legislative Yuan, where opposition par…
Taiwan politicians who run without leaving the party face discipline, Chang Shuhua and Chou Chiyang say they accept it
Chang Shuhua and Chou Chiyang are seeking seats on Taichung City Council without first leaving the Kuomintang, even though the party says members who run without its nomination face disciplinary actio…
Taiwan cabinet finds a way around a NT$500 million budget freeze imposed by opposition lawmakers
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan found a technical route through a NT$500 million budget freeze imposed by the opposition-controlled legislature: it assigned the frozen money to legally required personnel expe…
Kinshasa Train Derailments
Past coverageKinshasa’s urban train resumes service after a derailment, then derails again in Masina just 15 days later. No deaths or injuries are reported, while motorcycle-taxi drivers accuse police of harassment and residents rely on affordable but potentially unhygienic street food.
Kinshasa urban train service resumes
Kinshasa’s urban train returned to service on Thursday evening, Sept. 3, 2026, as announced by the national transport company ONATRA. The train left the central station in the city center at 5 p.m. an…
Kinshasa urban train derails 15 days after service resumed
Kinshasa’s urban train derailed in Masina only 15 days after services resumed, renewing concerns about the condition of the city’s aging rail infrastructure. The train, which connects central Kinshasa…
Kinshasa motorcycle-taxi drivers denounce police harassment at Sakombi
Motorcycle-taxi drivers at the Sakombi stop in Kinshasa’s Ngaliema district say police road checks have become a daily burden. They accuse officers of harassment and of collecting payments they consid…
Kinshasa’s street food meets workers’ needs but raises hygiene concerns
At lunchtime in Kinshasa, street food stalls multiply around markets, offices and the capital’s major roads. Their meals, commonly known as Malewa, have become part of daily life for many residents. R…
Malaysia News Roundup
Past coverageA Malaysian NGO urges the anti-graft body to reinvestigate a RM1.5 billion Sabah fund scandal, while a PKR official asserts Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim remains the most suitable leader. Separately, Turkish defense firm Roketsan offers its ATMACA missile to the Malaysian Navy, and new sea snail fossils fuel ancient ocean theories for the region.
Malaysia and Thailand agree to step up fight against transnational crime
Malaysia and Thailand have agreed to build a stronger security barrier along their shared border as they confront transnational crimes including smuggling, drug trafficking and human trafficking. The …
Two Malaysian women arrested at Paraguay airport with 45 suspected macaw eggs
Two Malaysian women were detained at Paraguay’s Silvio Pettirossi International Airport after authorities allegedly found 45 suspected macaw eggs hidden and attached to their bodies. The eggs were det…
Malaysia’s middle path between China and the US faces new tests
Malaysia’s balancing act between China and the United States is facing fresh pressure after Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim made two comments that appeared to draw Kuala Lumpur closer to Beijing. In an i…
Malaysia’s future economy can no longer rely on natural resources
Malaysia’s future prosperity cannot rest on the country’s natural resources and conventional industrial strength, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd. Nasir said. The next phase must be driven by ad…
Taiwan Pop Icon Returns
Past coverageTaiwanese pop icon You Ya announces her return to the stage with a concert in Taiwan after a 15-year absence. The 72-year-old artist, a protégé of the late Liu Chia-chang, will perform for fans after her long hiatus.
Taiwan Cabinet Seeks Record NT$607.6 Billion Supplementary Budget as Elections and Tax Case Stir Politics
Taiwan's Cabinet has proposed the largest supplementary budget in its history, setting aside NT$607.6 billion in additional spending. The package now goes to the Legislative Yuan, where opposition par…
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan says spending from frozen funds complied with the law
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan is facing questions over how it spent NT$500 million that the Legislative Yuan had frozen, but the government says every payment followed legal requirements and established pro…
Low-pressure system keeps Taiwan on alert for heavy rain and sudden downpours
Taiwan remains under the influence of a low-pressure system, with rain and thunderstorms possible across the island and the north and northeast facing longer wet periods. Localized heavy rain could de…
Taiwan politicians who run without leaving the party face discipline, Chang Shuhua and Chou Chiyang say they accept it
Chang Shuhua and Chou Chiyang are seeking seats on Taichung City Council without first leaving the Kuomintang, even though the party says members who run without its nomination face disciplinary actio…
Bhotekoshi Flood
Past coverageFlooding in Nepal’s Rasuwa district leaves at least 1,204 people dead, while 4,216 remain unaccounted for and authorities recover 1,114 bodies. The disaster cuts off Langtang Valley, while 23 stranded workers return to their families after five days.
Nepal weighing options to relocate Bhotekoshi flood survivors
Nepal is considering moving entire communities to safer ground after the August 26 Bhotekoshi flood destroyed around 15 settlements across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading. The disaster devastated places w…
Bhotekoshi flood leaves Syafrubesi in ruins, cuts off road access
Much of Syafrubesi, a settlement in Nepal’s Rasuwa district, was swept away by the Bhotekoshi flood. Homes and hotels were destroyed, leaving extensive damage across the area. Road access remains diff…
Indian Ambassador Visits Flood-Hit Hydropower Project in Rasuwa
Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava visited Syabrubesi near Chilime in Rasuwa to see the tunnel excavation and search operation at a hydropower project buried by the recent Bhotekoshi flood. …
Army Chief Ashok Raj Sigdel Visits Rasuwa and Nuwakot to Monitor Flood Rescue Efforts
Nepal Army Chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel travelled to Rasuwa and Nuwakot to monitor search and rescue operations following the Bhotekoshi flood. During his visit, Sigdel inspected rescue work inside …
Gaza Conflict and Humanitarian Concerns
Past coverageAn Israeli sniper killed a man in Gaza, while a boy died from earlier wounds. Separately, Palestinian activists are calling for protests against Hamas rule. Meanwhile, over 60 U.S. Democrats urged action for 11,000 Gaza cancer patients facing a humanitarian crisis.
Israel’s security minister presents plan to expel nearly 2 million people from Gaza over seven years
Itamar Ben Gvir has presented a plan to move nearly two million people out of Gaza over seven years, describing the proposal as feasible and within Israel’s capabilities. The plan, called “Disengageme…
Friend and frank critic: Huckabee on Israel, Gaza, and why Iran may need a 'third kick of the mule'
Mike Huckabee wants the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem to host more than a diplomatic celebration. For the US ambassador to Israel, the venue reflects the historic connection he sees between America…
Omari Mosque: A record of Gaza’s changing rulers
Gaza’s Omari Mosque is more than an archaeological site. It has become a symbol of the city’s repeated changes of power, with nearly every major authority that ruled Gaza using the landmark in some fo…
Israel Seeks Trump’s Backing for Plan to Expel Palestinians From Gaza
Israel is seeking U.S. approval for a plan to facilitate the departure of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Israel was prepared to arrange departures by sea, …
Helsinki's Diverse Urban Life
Past coverageHelsinki is experiencing a surge in spectator numbers for its women's football league and a unique 'offline zone' initiative encouraging face-to-face connection. Meanwhile, the city faces significant cost increases for its new tram procurement, and a new Moomin-themed cafe has drawn hundreds to its opening.
Helsinki seeks tougher measures to phase out studded tires
Helsinki wants drivers to give up studded tires, but its earlier experiment on Lönnrotinkatu did not deliver the desired result. The city is now considering tougher tools. A fresh municipal review ide…
Helsinki Adult Education Centre Teaches Second-Hand Shopping, Matcha and Heavy-Metal Singing
At Helsinki’s adult education centre, learning to shop at flea markets now costs 80 euros for a three-hour session. Beginners need not apply: the follow-up course requires at least a basic understandi…
Immigration: Helsinki Is Not Attractive to Foreign-Born Newcomers
Helsinki has reached 700,000 residents, but the city’s latest population study presents an unsettled picture of who is driving that growth and how long they stay. For many residents with foreign backg…
Two Critically Endangered Amur Leopard Cubs Born at Helsinki Zoo
Two Amur leopard cubs have been born at Helsinki’s Korkeasaari Zoo, marking the first birth of the zoo’s leopard pair’s offspring. The male and female cubs were born in late July and have now reached …
Germany Grid Security
Past coverageGerman lawmakers, police and experts call for stronger protection of critical infrastructure after suspected sabotage and attack attempts target power facilities in Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia. Bavaria’s Greens seek inspections and emergency exercises, while Schleswig-Holstein increases patrols around sensitive sites.
Sabotage: Bavaria’s Greens call for stronger protection of critical infrastructure
Bavaria’s Greens are calling for stronger protection of critical infrastructure after two attacks disrupted or threatened electricity facilities elsewhere in Germany. They want particularly important …
After several incidents, Schleswig-Holstein strengthens protection of critical infrastructure
Schleswig-Holstein is increasing police protection around critical infrastructure after sabotage and attack attempts in Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia. The state police has stepped up patrols …
Greens demand stronger protection for critical infrastructure after attacks on power supply
Germany’s Greens say the country is poorly prepared for attacks on critical infrastructure after two incidents targeted the power supply within hours of each other. Green parliamentary secretary Irene…
Experts call for rules to protect Germany's power grid after attacks
Attacks on power infrastructure in Brandenburg and North Rhine-Westphalia have prompted fresh calls for stronger protection and clearer rules in Germany. Hans-Walter Borries, deputy chairman of the Fe…
Brazil's World Cup Hopes and Crime
Past coverageBrazilian President Lula expresses confidence in the national team's World Cup chances despite a perceived lack of 'football geniuses.' In other news, Brazilian police seized counterfeit World Cup stickers, and Paraguayan authorities expelled 11 high-profile Brazilian criminals.
Brazil’s electoral court blocks Arruda’s bid for governor of the Federal District
Brazil’s Federal District electoral court blocked José Roberto Arruda’s candidacy for governor, prompting the former governor to promise an appeal to the Superior Electoral Court. Arruda governed the …
Brazilian agriculture still faces sustainability challenges, experts say
Brazilian agriculture has made progress in tracing production and curbing deforestation, but experts say the country’s most powerful economic sector still has a long way to go before it becomes genuin…
Brazilian forward Martinelli joins Saudi club Al-Hilal from Arsenal
Gabriel Martinelli has left Arsenal after seven years and signed a four-year contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. The Brazilian forward joined Arsenal in 2019 and made 278 appearances in all …
Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus trains with Barcelona for the first time
Gabriel Jesus joined Barcelona training for the first time on Thursday, just as Gavi returned from injury to take part in the session. The Brazilian forward, Barcelona’s latest signing of the summer, …
Trump Depicts Venezuela as 51st U.S. State
Past coverageFormer U.S. President Donald Trump shared a map on his social media depicting Venezuela as the 51st U.S. state. He also commented that Venezuela is not yet ready for elections, while a U.S. Congressman suggested the country is nearing freedom due to Trump's influence.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Machado criticizes Trump’s Venezuela oil deal: “Resources belong to the people”
María Corina Machado has publicly challenged Donald Trump’s oil agreement with Venezuela, arguing that the country’s underground wealth belongs to its people, not to a government she considers illegit…
María Corina Machado criticizes Venezuela-US oil agreement
María Corina Machado says Venezuela needs much more than money directed only to its oil industry. In a video recorded in exile and posted on X, the Venezuelan opposition leader acknowledged public con…
Venezuelan opposition leader questions US oil deal with ‘illegitimate regime’
María Corina Machado has challenged Donald Trump’s oil agreement with Venezuela, but she has chosen her words carefully. She says the United States is the partner Venezuela needs to develop its resour…
Venezuela: Legal questions surround the “largest oil deal in world history”
Nearly three decades ago, Venezuela debated its oil policy openly. Today, Venezuelans learned about a deal involving their country’s reserves through a brief social-media message from the president of…
Kwak Si-Yang Marriage
Past coverageSouth Korean actors Kwak Si-yang and Yoo Ji-ae announce plans to marry after dating secretly for about a year. Their Nov. 28 ceremony will include family, relatives and close friends.
Actors Kwak Si-yang and Yoo Ji-ae Announce Marriage After Year-Long Secret Relationship
Actor Kwak Si-yang and actress Yoo Ji-ae, a former member of Lovelyz, have announced that they will marry after dating secretly for one year. Kwak’s agency, 9ato Entertainment, said the couple plans t…
Kwak Si-yang and Yoo Ji-ae Reveal Marriage After a Year of Secret Dating
Actor Kwak Si-yang surprised the public with an unexpected marriage announcement after previously saying that he wanted to marry soon but did not have enough money in reality. He reportedly dated his …
Kwak Si-yang and former Lovelyz member Yoo Ji-ae to marry after a year of dating
Actors Kwak Si-yang and Yoo Ji-ae, a former member of the girl group Lovelyz, will marry on Nov. 28 after about a year of dating. Their agencies, 9ato Entertainment and K-Plus, said the couple had “pr…
Actors Kwak Si-yang and former Lovelyz member Yoo Ji-ae to marry in November
Actors Kwak Si-yang and Yoo Ji-ae, who formerly belonged to the K-pop group Lovelyz, will marry on Nov. 28. Kwak's agency, 9Ato Entertainment, announced that the couple plans to hold a wedding in Nove…
London Robotaxis And Politics
Past coverageUber and British startup Wayve launch commercial robotaxi rides in London, expanding autonomous transport in the United Kingdom. The city also draws a weekend travel recommendation from Latvia and a bid by Green Party leader Zack Polanski to contest a London parliamentary seat.
CBS reporter tests London's first self-driving taxis
London has launched its first self-driving taxis, with 15 Uber vehicles now operating in the city. A supervisor must remain in each vehicle. CBS News reporter Leigh Kiniry tested one of the autonomous…
A weekend in London: what can you fit into two days?
Sometimes a weekend in Latvia is not enough. The answer, according to the writer, is London, less than three hours away by plane and far from the permanently gloomy city some visitors imagine. During …
UK Green Party leader Polanski announces intention to run for Starmer's MP seat in London
Zack Polanski wants to turn Keir Starmer’s former London constituency into a direct contest between Labour and the Green Party. The Green Party leader told the Camden New Journal that he intends to st…
After exiting Nigeria, Uber unveils robotaxi service in London
Uber has brought its robotaxi experiment to London, even as the company has just left Nigeria after more than 12 years of ride-hailing operations there. The launch places autonomous vehicles on the ro…
LG Sweeps Doosan
Past coverageThe LG Twins beat the Doosan Bears 1-0 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium to complete a three-game sweep in South Korea’s KBO League. LG’s Austin hit a solo home run off Kwak Bin, who pitched seven strong innings in the loss.
Doosan’s bats fail Kwak Bin despite his all-out effort
Kwak Bin threw until his shoulder seemed ready to come apart, but Doosan’s bats could not produce even a sacrifice fly. The Bears lost 1-0 to the LG Twins at Jamsil Baseball Stadium and dropped all th…
LG’s Austin Crushes Kwak Bin’s 157 kph Fastball to Split Jamsil, Calling It a Huge Victory
A single swing broke up a pitchers’ duel at Jamsil. LG Twins slugger Austin hit a solo home run off Doosan Bears starter Kwak Bin, whose fastball reached 157 kph, to give LG a 1-0 victory. Kwak delive…
LG Sweep Rival Doosan as Kwak Bin Takes Tough Loss Despite Seven Strong Innings
LG Twins completed a sweep of their three-game rivalry series against the Doosan Bears with a 1-0 victory at Seoul’s Jamsil Stadium. The win extended LG’s winning streak to four games. The third-place…
Kwak Bin celebrates after a strikeout
Doosan Bears pitcher Kwak Bin raised his arms in celebration at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul after striking out LG Twins batter Moon Jeong-bin in the seventh inning. The KBO League game featured K…
Go Woo-seok Returns
Past coverageLG Twins pitcher Go Woo-seok returns to Jamsil Stadium after three years and watches the team face the Doosan Bears. LG chairman Koo Kwang-mo welcomes him, while Oh Ji-hwan reacts positively to his return.
[Photo] Go Woo-seok Clearly Likes Being Back at Jamsil
Go Woo-seok appeared at Jamsil Stadium on Sept. 3, watching LG’s game against Doosan. The photograph captures the LG player at the stadium, with the caption suggesting that he feels especially comfort…
[Photo] LG Dugout Brightens After Go Woo-seok’s Return
Go Woo-seok watched LG’s game against Doosan at Jamsil Stadium on Sept. 3. The headline frames his return as a source of renewed energy in the LG dugout, while the photograph shows him following the g…
[Photo] Oh Ji-hwan Welcomes Go Woo-seok’s Return
Go Woo-seok watched LG’s game against Doosan at Jamsil Stadium on Sept. 3. The caption presents his return as a welcome sight for LG captain Oh Ji-hwan, pairing the photograph with a headline about th…
LG chairman Koo Kwang-mo personally welcomes Go Woo-seok as he returns to Jamsil
Go Woo-seok returned to Jamsil in an LG Twins uniform after three years, facing reporters before the team’s game against the Doosan Bears. The pitcher appeared somewhat nervous as he spoke at his offi…
West Bank Sanctions
Past coverageThe EU has agreed to impose sanctions on violent Israeli settlers in the West Bank and Hamas leaders, including entry bans and asset freezes. This decision follows a surge in violence against Palestinians. Meanwhile, Israeli forces dismantled a Palestinian forgery ring in the West Bank, and a controversial bill to establish an antiquities authority there advanced in the Knesset.
Israelis shoot dead two Palestinian teenagers after settlers encircle village
Two Palestinian teenagers were shot dead in a village surrounded by settlers, while Israeli troops reportedly escorted settlers into al-Mughayyir and razed an entire village outside Hebron. The victim…
Friend and frank critic: Huckabee on Israel, Gaza, and why Iran may need a 'third kick of the mule'
Mike Huckabee wants the Museum of Tolerance in Jerusalem to host more than a diplomatic celebration. For the US ambassador to Israel, the venue reflects the historic connection he sees between America…
Two Palestinian Teenagers Killed by Israeli Fire in West Bank, Officials Say
Two Palestinian teenagers were killed by Israeli army fire in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian health ministry. Omar Mohammad Naji al-Nassan, 19, and Khalil Rasem Khalil Shahada, 1…
“Israel's prime minister is holding the Middle East hostage”
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi arrived in Vienna with a blunt warning about the West Bank and an equally blunt accusation against Israel's leadership: "Netanyahu is holding the Middle East ho…
Kuala Lumpur Events and Openings
Past coverageKuala Lumpur is buzzing with activity as the Indian restaurant chain India Gate opens its 14th branch, with a 15th planned soon. Meanwhile, Malaysian police are reminding organizers of a TikTok gathering to maintain public order. The city also prepares for a 50th-anniversary bowling championship and a joint concert featuring Indonesian stars.
Malaysia’s economic growth forecast at around 5% this year
Malaysia is on course for economic growth of around 5% this year, with the semiconductor and manufacturing sectors helping drive expansion alongside a growing domestic economy. Economy Minister Akmal …
Oil and gas to remain vital to Malaysia’s energy transition
Malaysia must move toward cleaner energy without putting economic growth or the country’s energy security at risk, Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd. Nasir said. The transition should be managed c…
Government urges Malaysia’s OGSE players to break into international markets
Malaysia is urging its oil and gas services and equipment, or OGSE, companies not to become complacent about their current strengths and to look beyond the domestic market. Economy Minister Akmal Nasr…
Malaysia studies proposal to establish Law Reform Commission
The Malaysian government is studying a proposal to establish a Law Reform Commission as a permanent mechanism for reviewing the country’s laws and recommending changes. Azalina Othman Said, the minist…
TVING Data Breach
Past coverageA joint South Korean government-private investigation finds that 39.54 million TVING accounts were exposed, including names, passwords and phone numbers. The breach also affects 361 development projects and prompts TVING to apologize and offer compensation.
Editorial: Nearly 40 million TVING accounts exposed, revealing a streaming giant’s lax data security
Nearly every account stored by South Korean streaming service TVING appears to have been exposed. A joint investigation team under the Ministry of Science and ICT said 39.54 million accounts were leak…
Tving Data Breach Exposes 39.54 Million Accounts, Including Names, Passwords and Phone Numbers
Tving’s security failure exposed far more than customer accounts. A government investigation found that hackers obtained personal information from 39.54 million accounts and also stole source code, re…
Tving apologizes for data breach and offers compensation to all affected users
Tving has apologized for a large-scale personal data breach and promised to rebuild its security system from the ground up. At a briefing in Seoul on the 3rd, Tving CEO Choi Joo-hee said the company a…
Science Ministry: Tving Data Breach Exposed 39.54 Million Accounts and 361 Development Projects
A data breach at South Korean streaming service Tving exposed information linked to 39.54 million accounts and 361 internal development projects, according to a joint public-private investigation. The…
Israel Iran Tensions
Past coverageIsrael’s Defense Minister Israel Katz says an Iranian attack would remove restrictions on the Israel Defense Forces and threatens retaliatory strikes. Arye Deri says the IDF views haredi enlistment as a major problem, while reports focus on Benjamin Netanyahu’s delayed contact with the military chief after the Oct. 7 attack.
Israel’s defense minister says an Iranian attack would free the IDF from ‘any restrictions’
Israel’s defense minister has threatened to send Iran back to the Stone Age if it attacks, declaring that such a move would free the Israel Defense Forces from “any restrictions.” Speaking to Defense …
Deri Says IDF Sees Haredi Soldiers as a ‘Very Big Headache’
Shas chairman Arye Deri said the IDF does not want haredi soldiers and prefers a secular army, arguing that ultra-Orthodox enlistment creates “a very big headache” for the military. Deri made the rema…
Netanyahu spoke with IDF chief three hours into Oct. 7, Iran pressure fuels regime divisions
The Jerusalem Post’s podcast roundup lists reports that Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the IDF chief three hours into the October 7 attacks and that pressure on Iran is fueling divisions within its reg…
Netanyahu spoke to IDF chief three hours after Oct. 7 attack began, report says
Benjamin Netanyahu’s first conversation with then-IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi on Oct. 7, 2023, took place at 9:45 a.m., three hours after Hamas attacks began, KAN News reported. Netanyahu had rece…
Panathinaikos Greek Cup Start
Past coveragePanathinaikos opens its Greek Cup League Phase campaign with a 1-0 win over Niki Volou at OAKA. Panathinaikos, Olympiacos, AEK and Atromitos all win their opening matches, while Olympiacos leads the standings.
Greek Cup: League Phase standings after Panathinaikos win
The first round of the Greek Cup’s League Phase ended with four teams opening their campaigns with victories. Panathinaikos beat Niki Volos 1-0, while Olympiacos won 4-0 away to AEL and took first pla…
Panathinaikos 1-0 Niki Volou: Taborda provides the answer again
Panathinaikos needed a single goal from Taborda to overcome Niki Volou, winning 1-0 at the OAKA in the opening round of the Greek Cup League Phase. The home side held possession and controlled the mat…
Panathinaikos makes surprise goalkeeper choice against Niki Volou
Jacob Neestrup surprised with his choice of goalkeeper for Panathinaikos’ Greek Cup match against Niki Volou, selecting Peña to start instead of Kotσαris, who had been expected in the lineup. The 20-y…
Greek Cup: Where and when to watch Panathinaikos face Niki Volos
Panathinaikos opens its League Phase campaign in the Superbet Greek Cup on Thursday night, welcoming Niki Volos to OAKA at 9 p.m. The team, led by Jacob Neestrup, is looking to make a winning start to…
