Hamas freed 12 more hostages it seized in its deadly assault on Israel on Oct. 7. This comes as the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas enters its fifth day. Read More at NPR
Read More »Blinken will return to the Middle East after NATO summit
The U.S.’s lead diplomat heads towards the Middle East again, in an effort to extending the pause in fighting, greater humanitarian access in Gaza and a release of more hostages. Read More at NPR
Read More »The latest in the battle between House Republicans and Hunter Biden
Earlier in November, the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees subpoenaed Hunter Biden demanding he testify behind closed doors. Now, he’s telling Congress he’s willing to testify, but in public. Read More at NPR
Read More »The Philly 15 exonerations are part of a push to revisit dishonorable discharge cases
The so-called Philly 15 were exonerated recently. They were a group of African-American soldiers protesting racist treatment during World War II. At the time, the Philly 15 were discharged as unfit. Read More at NPR
Read More »Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends and presidents, including husband Jimmy
A gathering of first ladies and presidents joined other political figures in a tribute service. But a parade of speakers said her global stature wasn’t what defined her. (Image credit: Brynn Anderson/AP) Read More at NPR
Read More »Friends, family, presidents and first ladies honor Rosalynn Carter at memorial
A memorial service for former first lady Rosalynn Carter was held in Atlanta, Ga. Friends and family were joined by presidents and first ladies in honoring her. Read More at NPR
Read More »Texas justices hear a case about the state’s three overlapping bans on abortion
The Texas Supreme Court held a hearing on the state’s medical exception to its abortion bans. Plaintiffs including women and doctors say the law is endangering lives in complicated wanted pregnancies. Read More at NPR
Read More »A look at Congress’ long to-do list before the holidays
Congress may not have a spending deadline this December, but they do still have a long to-do list before the holidays. Read More at NPR
Read More »How formerly incarcerated people are getting employment support in Oklahoma
Helping formerly incarcerates people find jobs and keep them is tricky, but a non-profit in Oklahoma has had success by engaging employers who are willing to give some extra support. Read More at NPR
Read More »Alex Murdaugh’s financial fraud victims confront him in court before his sentencing
The emotional testimony from victims who had been duped by the disgraced lawyer came before a judge accepted a deal sentencing Murdaugh to 27 years in prison for stealing about $12 million. (Image credit: Andrew J. Whitaker/The Post And Courier/Pool via AP) Read More at NPR
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