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One month after Lew’s nomination, Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, and Israel subsequently declared war. Lew’s nomination has been on a fast track since then. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/oXkbviq

Israel's military confirmed striking Gaza's Jabaliya refugee camp Tuesday, saying the operation succeeded in killing a key Hamas commander linked to the October 7 attack on Israel by the Palestinian militant group. "His elimination was carried out as part of a wide-scale strike on terrorists and terror infrastructure belonging to the Central Jabaliya Battalion, which had taken control over civilian buildings in Gaza City," the military said, referring to the targeting of Ibrahim Biari, the commander of Hamas' Central Jabaliya Battalion. ezz-ds/jd/dv from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Ri4nMWa

A frigid blast of air is sweeping across the United States, with nearly 250 million Americans experiencing unusually cold weather. Temperature records are at risk of being broken in several states, except for Florida. The cold front will reach its peak later this week, with temperatures dropping to single digits in the northern Plains and teens in the central and southern Plains. Morning lows in the southern Plains will dip into the 20s and 30s. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SBixawO

On Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas militants launched an unprecedented attack on Israel. Here is a basic explainer of the reasons behind the latest war. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/f7IeWV3

Multiple shootings occurred across the United States over the weekend before Halloween, resulting in at least 11 deaths and over 70 injuries. The incidents, which took place in various states including Florida, Texas, Kansas, and Ohio, were often related to altercations arising from Halloween celebrations. The shootings have reignited concerns about gun violence in America, with advocates calling for stricter gun control measures. Several suspects have been arrested in connection with the shootings. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/meS5tPx

Indian American former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley has tied with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for second position in the race for the next US President, according to a new poll. Both candidates have 16% support, with Haley experiencing a 10% increase while DeSantis saw a 3% drop. The former President Donald Trump remains the frontrunner with 43% support. Other candidates have not reached double digits in terms of support percentage. The poll also revealed that 54% of likely GOP caucus-goers are open to being persuaded to support someone other than their first choice. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/AENVnKa

Lebanon's Hezbollah said on Sunday it shot down an Israeli drone over southern Lebanon with a surface-to-air missile, the first time it has announced such an incident, as clashes on the Lebanese border escalate. The drone was hit near Khiam, about 5 km (3 miles) from the border with Israel, and was seen falling in Israeli territory, Hezbollah added. "They have insinuated they have this capability but it is the first time they declare they have this kind of capability to shoot down a drone." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/5PLAYvV

Communications in the besieged enclave, cut by Israel on Friday, where restored at the Biden administration’s urging, a senior U.S. official said. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/Y1zGS3q

A man named Kenny Kennard, who changed his last name to 'Fu-Kennard' as a joke, is facing travel restrictions due to his altered name. Although he successfully obtained a driving license with his new surname, his passport application has been rejected multiple times due to concerns that his name might be offensive. Kenny has contested the decision but has been unsuccessful so far. He is now unable to travel abroad and is limited to holidays within the UK. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/dNp0oPJ

Neta David survived a deadly massacre at the Supernova music festival in Israel, where 1,400 people were killed, including her two best friends. Neta escaped by seeking shelter in a bomb shelter and later fleeing in a car that was shot at by terrorists. She joined Border Police officers and helped save several Israelis. The attack left her in shock and grief, but she knows that others have suffered even more. Belev Echad, a non-profit organization, is supporting Neta and other soldiers injured in the attack. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/F4zt7Q9

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israeli forces have entered the second phase of the war in Gaza, as they continue their ground operations against Hamas militants. The Gaza Strip is currently facing a humanitarian crisis, with limited communication with the outside world and a shortage of basic necessities. Netanyahu stated that the goal of the war is to destroy Hamas' capabilities and bring home the hostages held by the group. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/QE9AoiZ

Gaza’s phone and internet connections were completely cut Friday night, leaving more than 2 million people with little or no ability to text, talk or scroll. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/QhZG0wX

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's differing views on wealth are reportedly causing tension in their relationship. While Harry prioritizes charity work and family life, Meghan is focused on developing her personal brand for financial gains, potentially through sponsored posts on social media. Speculations about their financial priorities come amid reports of strain in their relationship, with experts advising them to remain a united front for the sake of their joint professional and financial endeavors. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VGXLOdx

An independent commission in Spain has estimated that over 200,000 minors have been sexually abused by the Roman Catholic clergy since 1940. The report, which surveyed over 8,000 people, found that 0.6% of Spain's adult population said they had suffered sexual abuse by members of the clergy as children. Including abuse by lay members, the percentage rises to 1.13%. The commission also interviewed 487 victims who highlighted the lasting emotional impact of the abuse. The report criticizes the Catholic Church's response, calling for the creation of a state fund to compensate victims. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rmJPfe5

The Beatles are set to release a 'new' record, titled "Now and Then," on November 2. The song was originally written and sung by John Lennon and has been completed with the assistance of artificial intelligence. The track, often referred to as the last Beatles song, offers a unique opportunity to hear the band working together again, long after their split in 1970. The use of AI in music remains a subject of industry-wide debate. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SrMzdn8

The Israeli incursion came a day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the expected ground offensive could come at any time. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/suycot2

Taliban authorities have released education activist Matiullah Wesa, who was detained for seven months. Wesa had been an advocate for girls' education in conservative rural areas of Afghanistan. His release came after condemnation from the UN and rights groups. The Taliban administration has restricted access to education for girls and women since taking control of the country in 2021. Wesa's organization, Pen Path, confirmed his release, and actress Angelina Jolie had previously called for his release in an open letter. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/yt7h16G

A ground offensive once seemed inevitable. That was before realities took hold, including the perils of urban combat and touching off a wider conflict. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/M2j73RA

The number of people displaced from their homes worldwide is estimated to have exceeded 114 million, the United Nations said Wednesday- a record figure. The main drivers in the first half of 2023 were the conflicts in Ukraine, Sudan, Myanmar and the Democratic Republic of Congo; a prolonged humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan; and a combination of drought, floods and insecurity in Somalia, UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, said. "The number of people displaced by war, persecution, violence and human rights violations globally is likely to have exceeded 114 million at the end of September," it said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/M5bB6nt

Former school teacher Cassidy Kraus has been charged with engaging in sexual relations with three students between the ages of 13 and 14. She is facing charges of sharing explicit material with a minor, engaging in inappropriate conduct with a child, and third-degree sexual abuse. If found guilty, she could face a substantial prison sentence. Kraus is no longer employed at the school where the incidents allegedly took place and has already posted bail. Kraus posted a $10,000 bond the morning after her arrest and is scheduled to appear in court again on October 26. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/oYHvAZO

The Israeli military intensified airstrikes on Gaza, saying that it hit hundreds of targets in the besieged Palestinian territory, including a seaside refugee camp that hosted tens of thousands of displaced people. Gaza health authorities said strikes killed more than 700 people in the past 24 hours, describing “a bloody night” in the Gaza Strip. In Tel Aviv, an 85-year-old Israeli hostage released by Hamas, Yocheved Lifshitz, recounted her time in captivity and said she was taken into a “huge network of tunnels.” from Washington Post https://ift.tt/mrT4Kyh

A Montana man pleaded not guilty to federal charges of threatening to assault and murder former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Richard Lee Rogers of Yellowstone County entered the plea during his initial appearance in federal court. Rogers is charged with threats to injure and murder a member of Congress, as well as making harassing telephone calls. The threats allegedly occurred in February and were intended as retaliation for McCarthy's actions as House speaker. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZthK6TL

Israel’s escalating raids and arrests in the West Bank are an extension of its war against Hamas in Gaza, but analysts say the crackdown could fuel militant activity. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/IKL3JFs

A fifth death has been confirmed in the UK following the severe weather brought by Storm Babet. The body of a man was found after he went missing in flood waters in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. This brings the total number of deaths in Scotland to three, with two additional deaths in England. Thousands of homes have been flooded and several hundred people are homeless. The storm has also caused damage in Germany, Norway, and Denmark. The UK is still on alert with more heavy rain expected. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/BrjL1oR

Another potential flash point is Israel’s northern border with Lebanon, where there is a risk of a second front opening up between Israel and Hezbollah. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/KvF6S74

Amid an economic downturn and hyperinflation, many Pakistanis, particularly the younger generation, are seeking opportunities abroad for employment and scholarships. Over 450,000 Pakistanis are reported to have emigrated in the first three months of 2023. Passport offices and immigration centers are witnessing long queues as people rush to obtain passports and visas. The British Council is also experiencing a surge in work and student visa applications. Some believe that this mass exodus can lead to increased international remittances benefiting Pakistan. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/tUzyqgN

​Saturday's evacuation after a bomb threat which turned out to be false was the sixth such one in a week. The situation is now starting to agitate not just tourists but also local officials and tourism sector players, who see the risk of a key income source dwindling. France upped its attack alert level in the wake of a fatal stabbing of a schoolteacher earlier this month by a man who claimed the act in the name of the Islamic State extremist group. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qOWIQAL

Two American hostages, Judith Tai Raanan and her daughter Natalie Shoshana Raanan, who were abducted by Hamas during their stay at Kibbutz Nahal Oz., have been freed and identified as Chicago-area residents are en-route to a military base in central Israel. They were handed over to Israeli forces at the border of the Gaza Strip and are being reunited with their family. The release of the two hostages was made possible through a partnership between Qatar and Israel. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/1MkAuin

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed concerns about US President Joe Biden's visit to Israel, suggesting it appeared to endorse the destruction in Gaza, highlighting that this would be remembered in history. Speaking to state broadcaster TRT Haber, Fidan said Israel had "changed the narrative" about its involvement in a blast at a Gaza hospital on Tuesday, and added he hoped a summit in Cairo on Saturday would yield an agreement to stop Israel's offensive. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/JY2K1sv

Representative Jim Jordan of Ohio has lost an internal vote to continue as the nominee for speaker within his party, creating further uncertainty in the House. This comes after his third unsuccessful attempt to secure the position. With no consensus on a path forward, the House is paralyzed despite growing pressure to address urgent matters. Jordan's loss reveals that he had actually lost ground, with 25 Republicans opposing him compared to 22 in his previous attempt. The Republican party now needs to find a new candidate for speaker. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bmDVPf3

Over 300 people were arrested for an illegal demonstration in a congressional office building, advocating for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. They wore shirts with messages like "Jews say cease fire now" and chanted pro-peace slogans. The 305 arrested for demonstrating were later released, while three were charged with assaulting police. Some members of Congress have been calling for a resolution regarding the conflict, citing concerns about civilian casualties in Gaza. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mZx3Me1

Hamas’s decision to film its rampage has deepened the anguish of Israelis, but it has also given intelligence experts clues about where hostages are being held. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/KskO8eD

President Biden, visiting Israel in a show of support for the U.S. ally amid its war with Hamas, announced plans for an “unprecedented” aid package to Israel, as well as humanitarian aid to Gaza and the West Bank in a speech Wednesday. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/f2NzwCp

Exemptions to US sanctions on Venezuelan oil exports are unlikely to lead to a significant increase in crude production in the country. Instead, the exemptions may divert barrels away from China, which is currently the main destination for Venezuelan oil. The Biden administration plans to ease energy-related sanctions for Venezuela's oil and gas sector in response to a deal on guarantees for the 2024 presidential election. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/fQpqKIU

The deaths brought the toll of Palestinians killed in the latest flare-up of Israeli-Palestinian violence to at least 64 in the West Bank, a sharp uptick in fatal clashes with the army and settlers. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bnu4w3C

The UK's Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for Storm Babet, which is expected to bring heavy rain to the entire country. The storm is forecast to make landfall on Wednesday, with regions from southeast England to Scotland expected to be affected. The Met Office has warned of a risk of flooding, especially in eastern Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Northern England. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/McbJ428

A scholar. A former nurse. A Missouri native who died shielding her teenage son. They’re among the Americans killed in Saturday’s terrorist attacks in Israel. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/pGitwBb

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sheltered in a bunker for five minutes on Monday when air raid sirens went off in Tel Aviv during their meeting, State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said. All the meeting participants have since moved out of the bunker, resumed their meeting and were going to a command center at Israel's defense ministry to continue their discussions, he said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/6lpzPA4

Aid agencies on Monday called for vital humanitarian supplies to be allowed into the Gaza Strip, warning time was running out to save millions of people as water supplies dried up and food and fuel stocks dwindled. But in doing so -- and cutting off water, food and fuel supplies until the conflict is over -- it has heaped extra pressure on a territory already struggling under a years-long blockade. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xela4EV

Due to a shortage of cemetery space in the Gaza Strip, health officials have begun storing dead bodies in ice cream trucks. The situation in Palestine has worsened after Israel's fierce bombing campaign, leading to a high death toll. The Shuhada Al-Aqsa Hospital's morgue can only accommodate 10 bodies, so ice cream freezers from factories are being used instead. The Israeli military is allowing Gazans to evacuate ahead of an expected ground assault. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/cke4PqU

Unions representing 85,000 health care workers have reached a tentative agreement with Kaiser Permanente following a strike over wages and staffing levels. The deal includes minimum hourly wages of $25 in California and $23 in other states, as well as a 21% wage increase over four years. The agreement also addresses subcontracting and outsourcing, invests in the current workforce, and aims to address the staffing crisis. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/toeRsAQ

US President Joe Biden has spoken to the families of 14 Americans missing after Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel six days ago, taking dozens of hostages and triggering a bloody conflict, the White House said Friday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/b4ftHOj

The controversial munition, which is commonly used to create smoke to mark targets, can cause severe harm when used against civilians. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/WiBt9qI

NATO will hold its annual nuclear exercise, "Steadfast Noon," next week in Italy, Croatia, and the Mediterranean Sea. The exercise aims to ensure the credibility and security of NATO's nuclear deterrent. The announcement comes after Russia threatened to pull out of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ae4C5QG

A top secret intelligence document from Feb. 2023 said longtime enemies Hezbollah and Israel had settled into a posture of “mutual deterrence.” from Washington Post https://ift.tt/1LS8BgN

China funded much of the new infrastructure that transformed Laos. But the land-locked country of 7.5 million is in economic distress because of its debt. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/KBCf3Fu

The secretary of state expressed unreserved support for Israel on a breakneck trip across the Middle East to prevent a wider war. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/0XBRutP

The Biden administration plans to begin operating evacuation flights for Americans in Israel as Israel prepares for further action against Hamas. The flights are expected to start on Friday and will be arranged through Frankfurt, Germany. The US government is exploring options to assist Americans who want to leave, as commercial carriers and ground routes may not be feasible for everyone. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uWrZXHR

US president Joe Biden on Wednesday condemned the weekend attack by Hamas militants on Israel as the deadliest day for Jews since the Holocaust as the number of US citizens killed in the fighting ticked up to at least 22. “This attack was a campaign of pure cruelty — not just hate, but pure cruelty — against the Jewish people,” Biden told Jewish leaders gathered at the White House. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mcWAeIN

A scholar. A former nurse. A Missouri native who died shielding her teenage son. They’re among the Americans killed in Saturday’s terrorist attacks in Israel. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/Wcw2PJH

Syria and Israel have been in conflict for decades. Recent attacks are a continuation of that conflict, rather than an escalation of the Israel-Gaza war. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/QFg4Kq7

For 48 hours, the Be’eri kibbutz was a war zone. Israeli forces battled to retake the community from Hamas militants, house-by-house and street-by-street. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/6NMcEhI

The fires in Argentina were largely under control Wednesday, authorities said. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/XeS5PfQ

At least 14 Americans were killed in Saturday’s unprecedented attacks in Israel, while others are missing or held hostage. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/DuNfLOU

Israeli troops responded to incoming shells from Syria on Tuesday by firing artillery and mortar shells toward Syria, according to Israel's military. A Palestinian faction in southern Syria reportedly launched three rockets toward Israel, raising concerns of escalating violence. This incident adds to tensions as Israel engages in cross-border exchanges with Hezbollah in Lebanon and confronts Hamas militants in Gaza. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/HxafIg8

The app is overflowing with discussion of the conflict, with the hashtag #Palestine amassing over 27.8 billion views while #Israel has garnered 23 billion. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/GuT6ClP

Biden dispatches Blinken to Israel in show of support from Washington Post https://ift.tt/5IflPnd

US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is cutting short a trip to Asia and will return to the United States on Thursday, a spokeswoman for the Democratic Senate leader said on Tuesday, responding to events in Israel. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/HqsavmW

Hughes Van Ellis, one of the last survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, has passed away at the age of 102. Known as "Uncle Red," Ellis was a lead plaintiff in a reparations lawsuit against the city of Tulsa, seeking accountability for the massacre's aftermath. Ellis testified before the House Judiciary subcommittee in 2021, demanding reparations for survivors and descendants. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mkeqnPl

More than 900 people have been killed in Israel, but ongoing military operations and a chaotic government response means families are still waiting to hold funerals. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/a6BYG93

Russia is usually quick to denounce terrorism. But with Moscow relying on Iranian drones in Ukraine, it called the Hamas attack an “escalation” and blamed the West. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/eQarRdE

Israel has declared a total siege on the Gaza Strip as its military searches for militants and attacks the territory following a surprise attack by Hamas. Israel has called up 300,000 reservists and vowed to destroy Hamas. Palestinians continue to fire rockets into Israel, and there have been reports of civilian casualties. Israel has ordered a complete siege on Gaza, cutting off electricity and preventing food and fuel from entering. Egypt is trying to mediate a deal for a temporary ceasefire and a prisoner exchange. The situation has escalated fears of a wider regional war. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/wuzmFep

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and ex-foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi will be indicted on October 17 in the cipher case. Imran is accused of leaking state secrets while leading his party, and Qureshi is also implicated. The case revolves around alleged diplomatic correspondence between the US and Pakistan regarding a conspiracy to overthrow Imran's government. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/pdF0Wzq

At least four Israelis taken hostage by Hamas on Saturday were killed soon after being taken captive, according to videos reviewed by The Washington Post. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/gefUoaC

The EU halted development aid payments to the Palestinians and placed 691 million euros ($728 million) of support "under review" on Monday, angering several of its own member states. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uZCM6Ld

A deadly attack by Hamas gunmen on a music festival near Gaza has shocked Israel. The militants, armed with assault rifles and using vehicles and motorized paragliders, attacked festival-goers, killing 270 people. Many victims were shot at close range and some were burned alive in their cars. The attack, which was part of a larger assault that included rockets and attacks on Israeli towns, is the deadliest in Israel's history. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nUFAg3d

Powerful earthquakes killed over 2,400 people in western Afghanistan, the Taliban administration said Sunday. Saturday's magnitude 6.3 earthquake hit a densely populated area, near Afghanistan's fourth largest city, Herat. The US Geological Survey said the epicentre was about 40km northwest of Herat city. It's one of the deadliest earthquakes to strike the country in two decades. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/QW0FVDk

The Biden administration has tried to keep vexing Middle East conflicts at arm’s length. But the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has reasserted itself, and U.S. hopes for a Saudi-Israel normalization are fading too. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/QRMb0dl

The leader of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group says militants in Gaza are holding dozens of Israeli captives, including more than 30 held by his group. Ziad Nakhaleh said in a televised speech Sunday night that the captives will not be released until all Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails are set free. The Palestinian Islamic Jihad group took part in the operation that Hamas carried out Saturday in which hundreds of Israelis were killed. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/zRbaP7Z

A trance music festival was one of the first targets for Hamas militants as they launched their attack on Israel, shooting into the crowd and grabbing hostages. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/n602GYI

Germany is debating whether to halt aid to Palestinians in response to the recent attack on Israel by Hamas. The government is reviewing how it spends development funds in the region and will coordinate with international partners. Some lawmakers are calling for an end to aid, while others argue that only Hamas, not all Palestinians, are responsible for the attack. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SKc3hy4

New findings from fossilized footprints challenge the belief that humans arrived in the Americas 14,000 years ago. The footprints were found in White Sands National Park, New Mexico, and are estimated to be between 21,000 and 23,000 years old. This discovery raises questions about how humans arrived in the Americas and their role in the extinction of megafauna. However, critics argue that the dating technique used in the study is flawed. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/4gctkEW

A major upheaval took place in the Middle East on Saturday, when the Hamas terror group launched a "surprise attack", firing a barrage of rockets into southern and central Israel. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bhrPaTm

The attack caught Israel’s vaunted military and intelligence services off guard, and sparked bitter recriminations after warnings from security officials. from Washington Post https://ift.tt/TG0a4kM

​ "We will not ever fail to have her back," Biden said at the White House, standing alongside Secretary of State Antony Blinken. "This is not a moment for any party hostile to Israel to exploit these attacks," Biden added. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/42c5wQB

Human rights campaigners and some Democrats are accusing US President Joe Biden of backtracking on his promise to re-evaluate ties with Saudi Arabia. They allege that Biden is pursuing better relations with Saudi Arabia to counter Chinese expansion and maintain US hegemony in the Middle East. Critics argue that this is a betrayal of Jamal Khashoggi and the American people. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/MI5g8Pl

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The Dutch government has revealed that Prince Bernhard von Lippe-Biesterfeld, who served as prince consort for several decades, held a Nazi party membership card. The card was discovered by a former head of the palace archives while going through the prince's personal belongings after his death. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Q6AKOJV