Category: Regions
Jimmy Carter’s legacy endures in Indian village renamed in late US president’s honour
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The village, once home to Carter’s mother, a Peace Corps volunteer, now holds a small memorial to the late US president, reflecting the enduring impact of his 1978 visit. https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/south-asia/article/3293901/jimmy-carters-legacy-endures-indian-village-renamed-late-us-presidents-honour?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreWho Is Hussain Sajwani, the Developer Behind Trump’s $20 Billion Data Center Pledge?
New York Times Hussain Sajwani, the founder and chairman of DAMAC Properties of Dubai, built the first Trump-branded golf course in the Middle East a decade ago. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/business/trump-damac-data-centers.html
Read MoreHostage Is Found Dead in Gaza Tunnel, Israel Says
New York Times The hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, an Arab Bedouin, was seized along with three grown children on Oct. 7, 2023. Two of them were released, but there is “serious concern” about the fate of the third. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/world/middleeast/israel-gaza-hostage-found-dead.html
Read MoreThursday Briefing: Los Angeles Battles Deadly Wildfires
New York Times Plus, how genetics factor into longevity. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/briefing/california-wildfires-trump-panama-afghanistan.html
Read MoreBlinken: Ceasefire agreement will be handed over to Trump if not completed before inauguration
Jerusalem Post Challenges remain, Blinken said, but so far, the mechanism put forth by France and the US is functioning well, as more than one-third of Israeli forces have withdrawn from Lebanon. https://www.jpost.com/arab-israeli-conflict/article-836722
Read MoreIDF recruits Yemeni Jews to bolster intelligence efforts against Houthis
Jerusalem Post The US has informed Israel that, by the end of US President Joe Biden’s term in office, America intends to escalate its attacks on Yemen’s Houthis, according to a KAN News report. https://www.jpost.com/arab-israeli-conflict/article-836718
Read MoreBlinken and French Diplomat Criticize Trump’s Talk of Taking Greenland
New York Times In Paris, the two officials acknowledged potential strains on alliances with the return of Donald J. Trump to power, but said their countries would try to maintain strong ties. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/world/europe/blinken-france-trump.html
Read MoreTop Iranian General Admits ‘Big’ Defeat in Syria
New York Times For weeks, Iranian officials have downplayed the fall of their ally in Syria. But an important general has offered a remarkably candid view of the blow to Iran, and its military’s prospects. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/world/middleeast/iran-general-syria-defeat.html
Read MoreSaudi Arabia May Partner With UFC Owner TKO to Create Boxing League
New York Times A company owned by the country’s sovereign wealth fund is poised to partner with TKO, which owns Ultimate Fighting Championship, the kingdom’s latest foray into pro sports. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/business/tko-saudi-arabia-boxing-league.html
Read MoreLebanon’s presidential election: Testing Hezbollah’s influence after losing to Israel
Jerusalem Post Lebanon is at a crossroads. This election offers a chance for the country to reclaim sovereignty, strengthen state institutions, and ensure significant foreign aid. https://www.jpost.com/arab-israeli-conflict/article-836712
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