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Israel Poised to Ratify Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Agreement, According to Netanyahu’s Office

Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, Netanyahu's office says DOHA/CAIRO/JERUSALEM - The Israeli cabinet will meet to give final approval to a deal with Palestinian militant group Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Friday. In Gaza itself, Israeli warplanes kept

Busta Rhymes Faces Assault Charges in New York Amid Ongoing Investigation

Busta Rhymes charged with assault in New York; investigation 'ongoing' Busta Rhymes is facing an assault charge in New York and will soon have his day in court. A New York Police Department spokesperson told USA TODAY on Thursday that Busta Rhymes, 52, born Trevor Smith Jr., had turned himself in at Brooklyn's 84th precinct

Israel Poised to Ratify Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Agreement, According to Netanyahu’s Office

Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, Netanyahu's office says DOHA/CAIRO/JERUSALEM - The Israeli cabinet will meet to give final approval to a deal with Palestinian militant group Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Friday. In Gaza itself, Israeli warplanes kept

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Israel Poised to Ratify Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Agreement, According to Netanyahu’s Office

Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal, Netanyahu's office says DOHA/CAIRO/JERUSALEM - The Israeli cabinet will meet to give final approval to a deal with Palestinian militant group Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said on Friday. In Gaza itself, Israeli warplanes kept

The Impact of Speaker Mike Johnson’s Relationship with Trump on the GOP’s Trajectory

How Speaker Mike Johnson’s bond with Trump shapes GOP future The House speaker and Republican president-elect are not a natural fit. As Donald Trump walked into Madison Square Garden on a big fight night, you could almost miss the tortoise-shell glasses peeking over the president-elect's shoulder, two fingers pointing amid the thunderous applause. Others in

Busta Rhymes Faces Assault Charges in New York Amid Ongoing Investigation

Busta Rhymes charged with assault in New York; investigation 'ongoing' Busta Rhymes is facing an assault charge in New York and will soon have his day in court. A New York Police Department spokesperson told USA TODAY on Thursday that Busta Rhymes, 52, born Trevor Smith Jr., had turned himself in at Brooklyn's 84th precinct

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Ilhan Omar’s Primary Victory: A Closer Look at the Dynamics of the ‘Squad’ and Its Shifts

Ilhan Omar won her primary after fellow 'Squad' members Cori Bush, Jamaal Bowman lost. Here's why. WASHINGTON – Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., beat back a primary challenger Tuesday in a closely watched race after two of her progressive colleagues lost their own primary bids this year in the face of massive spending from pro-Israel groups.

Jim Harbaugh Eyes Colin Kaepernick for Coaching Role with Chargers: Will He Accept?

Jim Harbaugh wants to hire Colin Kaepernick to Chargers' coaching staff. Will the QB bite? EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – Colin Kaepernick has a door open to return to the NFL in what would be a grand reunion with his former coach, Jim Harbaugh. But here’s the twist: While Kaepernick, 36, recently told Sky Sports that

Four Individuals Injured in Shooting Incident at Virginia State University; Suspects Apprehended

4 people shot on Virginia State University campus, suspects identified Local and state police are investigating after four people were shot on Virginia State University’s campus early Wednesday. A Chesterfield County Police Department spokesperson told USA TODAY the shooting took place just after midnight near Daniel Gymnasium on the school's campus. About 12:36 a.m., officers

Ryan Reynolds Reflects on His Evolving Connection with His Father

Ryan Reynolds on his 'complicated' relationship with his dad, how it's changed him Ryan Reynolds unfortunately understands Parkinson's disease more than most. The "Deadpool & Wolverine" star, 47, lost his father – James "Jim" Reynolds – about a decade ago to the illness, the second-most common neurological disease behind Alzheimer's. Ryan has long been a part

Rebuilding Faith: Navigating Tragedy in the Wake of a Texas Church Demolition

Texas church demolished after mass shooting. How should congregations process tragedy? After a gunman killed more than two dozen worshippers during a Texas church service in 2017, Terrie Smith created a special area in her yard so that when she looked across the street, the First Baptist Church would be framed with flowers. On Monday, Smith

Ilhan Omar’s Victory: A Tale of Resilience Amidst Shifting Alliances in the ‘Squad’

Ilhan Omar won her primary after fellow 'Squad' members Cori Bush, Jamaal Bowman lost. Here's why. WASHINGTON – Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., beat back a primary challenger Tuesday in a closely watched race after two of her progressive colleagues lost their own primary bids this year in the face of massive spending from pro-Israel groups.

Progress in Teen Mental Health: A Closer Look at Ongoing Challenges

Teen mental health improving, CDC reports. But the kids are far from all right. Young people are faring better in their mental health in the past few years after a period of increased sadness and hopelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic, a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found. The data released last

The Peculiar Relationship Between Republicans and Women’s Issues

You're not imagining it. Republicans have been weird about women for years. It's impossible to see the way Republican men talk about women and not notice the misogyny. If it feels like the misogyny just won’t stop, you’re not crazy. You’re just paying attention. And yes, it is only going to get worse with Vice

Cornel West Gains Support from Trump Associates to Secure Spot on Wisconsin Ballot

Cornel West boosted by Trump allies to get name on Wisconsin ballot WASHINGTON — Liberal activist Cornel West's efforts to get his name on the ballot in Wisconsin as an independent presidential candidate received a boost from Republican operatives who helped collect petition signatures for his candidacy. The involvement underscores how allies of Republican nominee

When Live Broadcasts Take a Turn: Lessons from a Weatherman’s On-Air Panic Attack

A weatherman had a panic attack live on air. What it teaches us. Nate Byrne, an ABC News Australia weatherman, had a panic attack on air this week – and in doing so spoke up for those with anxiety disorders around the world. As he began his weather report, he said he was "going to need

Rise of Parvovirus B19 in the U.S.: Key Prevention Tips and Symptom Awareness

Parvovirus B19 increasing in U.S., CDC warns. How to prevent it, recognize symptoms. More people in the U.S. have become infected with a highly transmissible seasonal respiratory virus that can pose serious risks to pregnant women and people with blood disorders, health officials said Tuesday. Parvovirus B19 is transmitted through droplets from symptomatic people and

Trump’s Attempt to Dismiss NY Hush Money Judge Fails Amid Kamala Harris Connection

Donald Trump loses bid to dump NY hush money judge over Kamala Harris link Former President Donald Trump lost a third bid Tuesday to replace the judge in his New York criminal hush money case after he said the case was tainted by the judge's daughter's work for Democratic candidates, including Vice President Kamala Harris.