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Drought in Syria, Iran and Iraq Made 'Extreme' by Global Warming, Attribution Study Says
The New York Times - 8 Nov 2023 15:38
Syria, Iraq and Iran were parched by high temperatures that would have been "virtually impossible" without the effects of global warming, scientists said.
TV tonight: the brilliant Prof Hannah Fry is back with her fascinating series
The Guardian - 8 Nov 2023 08:20
From spy tactics to a serial killer, in the first episode we learn all about the passport. Plus: Brian Cox delves into the life of the bard. Here's what to watch today
Cody Smith Wins Uvalde Mayor Race
The New York Times - 8 Nov 2023 04:51
Cody Smith, who twice held the mayor's post, defeated two other candidates, including Kimberly Mata-Rubio, whose daughter died in a mass shooting last year.
Charges upgraded to murder after Valpo U student dies after stabbing at gym; parents 'are completely shattered'
Chicago Tribune - 8 Nov 2023 23:53This election shows Democrats are not doomed after all | Steve Phillips
The Guardian - 8 Nov 2023 21:03
A recent poll prophesied doom and gloom for Democrats. Then Americans voted for Democrats and progressive policies The New York Times released a poll on Monday showing Donald Trump beating Joe Biden in several key states...
Israel cannot reoccupy Gaza at end of conflict, says Antony Blinken
The Guardian - 8 Nov 2023 16:24
US secretary of state echoes White House line, while UK favours rule by 'peace-loving Palestinian leadership' Israel-Hamas war - live updates Israel must not reoccupy Gaza, the US secretary of state, Antony Blinken, has ...
House set to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib over defense of Hamas, calls to destroy Israel
New York Post - 8 Nov 2023 00:06
The House of Representatives was on track Tuesday night to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) for defending Hamas' Oct. 7 terror attack against Israel as "resistance" and calling for the destruction of the Jewish state...
Chile shuts down a popular glacier, sparking debate over climate change and adventure sports
Fox News - 8 Nov 2023 02:58
Chilean decision to shut down a Patagonian glacier has led to an angry response from local excursion guides and tourists, and a debate over environmental issues and safety concerns.
Armed Texas store owner gets in wild caught-on-video shootout with would-be robbers
New York Post - 8 Nov 2023 19:21
Tien Tran pulled a handgun out on two robbers who burst into his store in Mesquite last week.
China releases methane plan as hopes rise for new climate agreement with US
The Guardian - 8 Nov 2023 02:29
Two countries may soon break ground on a new climate agreement ahead of a presidential meeting next week and the UN's climate conference, Cop28 China has published a long-awaited methane reduction plan, in a sign that th...
'He's 80 Years Old, and That Colors Every Impression Voters Have': Three Writers Dish on Biden and the G.O.P. Debate
The New York Times - 8 Nov 2023 12:01
A review of some striking Times/Siena battleground polls and a preview of the G.O.P. debate.
Blinken rallies Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Japan and Italy to condemn Hamas, urge hostage release
Fox News - 8 Nov 2023 13:00
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken rallied members of the Group of Seven, which represents the major democracies of the world, to condemn Hamas and its invasion of Israel.
'Freedom is the right to protest': PM accepts pro-Palestine march will go ahead on Armistice Day
Sky News - 8 Nov 2023 08:19
Rishi Sunak has described a planned pro-Palestinian march in London on Armistice Day as "disrespectful" - but has accepted the protest will go ahead.
San Diego border sector struggles to keep up with record-setting migrant surge
New York Post - 8 Nov 2023 03:00
The San Diego border is facing a record-setting surge of migrants, prompting US border officials to establish a new outpost in the city to help accommodate the massive number of migrants caught crossing the border, accor...
Extreme weather pushes global wine production to lowest level in more than 60 years
The Guardian - 8 Nov 2023 02:37
Early frost, heavy rainfall, and drought have significantly impacted the output of the world vineyard, international body says Global wine production has fallen this year to its lowest level since 1961 as vineyards were ...
Supreme Court appears likely to uphold gun ban for people accused of domestic violence
New York Post - 8 Nov 2023 01:48
"Guns and domestic are a deadly combination," Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar told the Supreme Court justices.
Russia conducts joint naval drill with military-governed Burma
Fox News - 8 Nov 2023 01:37
Burma is holding its first joint naval exercise with Russia, one of the Southeast Asian nation's closest allies since it was taken over by a military junta.
WATCH: Tlaib tears up as she defends herself against censure move over Israel criticism
ABC News - 8 Nov 2023 01:01
Democratic Rep. Rashida Tlaib teared up as she defended herself against the House censure move over Israel criticism.
US Reaper drone shot down near Yemen by Iranian-backed Houthis, defense official says
ABC News - 8 Nov 2023 23:54
The U.S. says it was shot down in international airspace.
WATCH: Rescued seal pup finds 'furever' home at aquarium in Connecticut
ABC News - 8 Nov 2023 23:17
Biologists gave Kayok, a 1-year-old fur seal pup, a 50% chance of survival in the wild.
Boris Johnson urged to remove Matt Hancock by top official
BBC - 8 Nov 2023 19:51
Lord Sedwill told the Covid inquiry there had been a loss of confidence in the former health secretary.
Exonerated 'Central Park Five' Member Yusef Salaam Wins New York City Council Seat
Time - 8 Nov 2023 16:53
"For me, this means that we can really become our ancestors' wildest dreams," Yusef Salaam said before the election.