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After Israel’s Latest Attack on Iran, What’s Next for the Region?
The full damage of Israel's strikes remains to be seen, but it appears Tehran is downplaying their impact.
Owner Jeff Bezos Reportedly Nixes Washington Post Endorsement of Harris
The billionaire stepped in after an endorsement had already been written, sparking outrage among the paper's staff.
It’s Up to Us to Demand a Jubilee to Wipe the Debts of the Masses
A jubilee won’t simply be handed to debtors — we’ll have to fight for it. And it can be done.
Harris’s Silence on FTC Chair Shows Billionaires Are Winning the Election
As the Harris campaign lurches right to appeal to GOP voters, its richest backers have Lina Khan in their sights.
UN Human Rights Chief Warns of Israeli “Atrocity Crimes” in North Gaza
The top official suggested that Israel may be violating the UN Genocide Convention.
Democratic Lawmakers Call for Inquiry Into Kushner’s Ties to Saudi Crown Prince
Kushner appears to be shaping foreign policy by acting as a “consultant to the Saudi government,” the lawmakers said.
Hurricanes Made It Even Harder to Access Abortion in a Region Rife With Bans
Hurricanes Helene and Milton shuttered clinics, making it difficult for patients to travel to those still operating.
Israeli Soldiers Attack UN Peacekeepers Who Were Observing Them
“Upon realizing they were being observed, the IDF soldiers fired at the post,” UNIFIL said of the incident.
Palestinian Poet Describes the Ongoing Struggle to Survive in Gaza
Mosab Abu Toha fled Gaza after being detained by the Israeli military, but many in his family were unable to escape.
Climate Scientists and Environmental Groups Alarmed Over New UN Climate Report
Experts say the report confirms that nations' efforts to cut emissions have been grossly insufficient to date.