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Biden and Netanyahu Talk Gaza: A Deal in Sight?

January 13, 2025

President Joe Biden had a chat with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday. The White House shared that they discussed efforts to reach a deal to stop fighting in Gaza and bring home the remaining hostages. Biden emphasized the urgency of a ceasefire and the need to increase humanitaria

health

Major Milestones: From Smoking Ban to Snow Days

January 11, 2025

Imagine waking up on January 11th and finding out that something you've been doing for years is actually harmful. That's what happened in 1964 when U. S. Surgeon General Luther Terry released a report saying smoking cigarettes is a serious health risk. This wasn't just any report; it was a game-chan

politics

America's View of Biden: Not So Great

January 11, 2025

As President Joe Biden wraps up his term, many Americans don't seem too happy with his performance. A recent poll shows that only about one-quarter of U. S. adults think Biden was a good or great president. That's not so hot compared to former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. It's like peop

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Meet Joseph Aoun: Lebanon's New President with a Military Background

January 11, 2025

Joseph Aoun, Lebanon's newly elected president, is a man who likes to keep things simple and straightforward. Unlike many in Lebanon's political scene, Aoun has always stayed away from party politics and media attention. Those who know him describe him as kind, compassionate, and focused on his duti

politics

The New Face of Syria: A Shifting Landscape

January 11, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. has suddenly changed its stance on Syria. Barbara Leaf, a high-ranking diplomat, recently visited Damascus, meeting with the new Syrian leader, Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa, who was previously wanted for terrorism. Just a few weeks ago, the U. S. had offered a $1

politics

Democrats' War Fatigue: Is Change on the Horizon?

January 11, 2025

Matt Duss, a former advisor to Senator Bernie Sanders, now at the Center for International Policy, recently penned an op-ed in The Guardian. His main point? Americans are fed up with Democrats being the "party of war. " Duss argues that by supporting the current militaristic setup, Democrats left th

politics

Lebanon's Army Chief Becomes New President

January 9, 2025

Lebanon's parliament elected Joseph Aoun, the country's army commander, as president after a long presidential vacancy of over two years. The vote happened soon after a ceasefire ended a 14-month conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a Lebanese militant group. Aoun was backed by the U. S. and Saudi

celebrities

Dwight Howard’s 'Free Palestine' Tweet: A Decade Later

January 9, 2025

Dwight Howard, the NBA superstar, recently opened up about a twist in his career from a decade ago. He claimed that NBA commissioner Adam Silver reached out to him shortly after he tweeted "Free Palestine" in 2014. The tweet was posted during a time of conflict between Israel and Hamas. At that time

education

NYC Parents: Your Chance to Shape School Policy is Here!

January 9, 2025

Get ready, NYC parents! The time has come to make a real difference in your kids' education. This week, Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos kicked off a unique opportunity for you to join local and citywide education councils. These panels play a major role in deciding school zoning, advising su

health

Fasting After Weight Loss Surgery: What Israeli Doctors Think

January 8, 2025

Imagine you've had surgery to help with weight loss. It's a big change, and now you're wondering if it's safe to fast for religious reasons. A group of doctors in Israel wanted to find out what other doctors thought about this. They sent a survey to members of the Israeli Society for Metabolic and B