No Clear Way Out of Hostage Crisis

Published: Thu, 10/12/23


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No Clear Way Out of Hostage Crisis

Politico

Israel faces an unprecedented hostage situation with Hamas holding around 150 captives, including multiple nationalities, complicating military actions and necessitating strategic diplomacy and responses.

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Children Were Butchered in Kibbutz

CNN

Hamas' assault on Israeli communities led to the deaths of numerous residents, including children brutally killed in Kfar Aza, with the aftermath revealing unprecedented devastation across the kibbutzim.

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CEOs Shun Hamas-Supporting Students

New York Post

CEOs, including Sweetgreen's Jonathan Newman, backed Bill Ackman's stance against hiring Harvard students, blaming Israel for a Hamas attack, prompting backlash and retractions from student groups.

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U.S. Intelligence: Iran Was Surprised

CBS News

U.S. intelligence indicates senior Iranian officials were surprised by Hamas's recent attack, indicating Tehran might not have directly orchestrated the assault despite their long-standing support for Hamas.

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Report: Egypt Warned Israel 3 Days Prior

BBC

Israel was allegedly warned by Egypt about potential violence three days before Hamas' attack, but PM Netanyahu denies receiving specific forewarnings, as stated by a US congressional panel chairman.

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Erdogan: Israeli Response a Massacre

Business Recorder

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan criticized Israel's actions in Gaza as a "massacre," emphasizing the need for a balanced international stance and hinting at Turkey's willingness to mediate.

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Will Netanyahu Survive the Fallout?

Washington Monthly

Prime Minister Netanyahu's political future is uncertain because of perceived intelligence failures and public criticism, potentially prompting changes in national leadership.

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Law Student Loses Job After Comments

Fox Business

After defending Hamas' attack on Jews, the nonbinary president of the NYU Student Bar Association, Ryna Workman, lost their job offer from the pro-LGBTQ law firm Winston & Strawn LLP.

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Pilot is Fired For Protest Photos

Yahoo Canada

Air Canada removed a Montreal-based pilot after he allegedly posted photos from a pro-Palestine protest with controversial signs, leading to divided reactions on social media about the airline's decision.

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Steve Scalise Is GOP Choice for Speaker

The Hill

House Republicans nominated Majority Leader Steve Scalise for Speaker, overcoming concerns about his health and positioning him against Democrat Hakeem Jeffries. 

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Texas Buses Over 50k Migrants to Cities

Axios

Texas has recently transported over 50,000 migrants to several major U.S. cities, significantly straining local shelter resources and increasing pressure on President Biden to urgently address concerns.

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Online Hate Surges

USA Today

The recent Hamas attacks have led to a surge in online hate speech targeting both Jews and Palestinians, with many accusing social media platforms of inadequately preventing the spread.

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Trump Needs To Worry About RFK Jr.

Salon

Trump is concerned about RFK Jr.'s independent run, fearing he might draw MAGA votes, especially from QAnon followers, despite Kennedy's initial positioning against Biden within the Democratic Party.

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Will Smith and Jada Have Been Separated

ABC News

Jada Pinkett Smith revealed that she and Will Smith have lived "completely separate lives" since 2016, likening their situation to a "divorce without papers," despite remaining legally married.

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Sex Abuse Scandal Haunts Jim Jordan

Los Angeles Times

Rep. Jim Jordan, Trump's pick for House Speaker, faces claims from his time as an Ohio State University wrestling coach that he knew of sexual abuse by a university doctor, despite his denials.

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How the KC Star Covers Taylor Swift

Poynter Institute

The Kansas City Star has embraced covering Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce's relationship, tapping into local interest and seeing significant boosts in audience engagement.

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NFL MVP Earns Less Than $1 Million

The Wall Street Journal

Brock Purdy, quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and potential MVP, earns less than $1 million annually despite his exceptional performance, highlighting a significant market inefficiency in the NFL.

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California Ticket Won $1.73 Billion Powerball

ABC News

A California ticket won the $1.73 billion Powerball, marking the second-largest prize in its history. The winning draw took place Wednesday, with the jackpot previously reaching record amounts.

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NY GOP To Propose Expelling Santos

Spectrum News NY1

Six New York Republican lawmakers, led by Rep. D'Esposito, are introducing a measure to expel George Santos from Congress following new charges against him, including financial misconduct.

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Confessions of Pop-Tart Taste Tester

The New York Times

Laura M. Holson recounts her family's unique experience as secret taste testers for Pop-Tarts in the 1960s, contrasting the sheer novelty of the product with their cherished traditional homemade treats.

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US Secretary of State Blinken Lands in Israel

For the Left

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Israel to express strong solidarity with the country and urge restraint to protect Palestinian civilians amidst the ongoing conflict. 

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Willis Accuses Jordan of 'Abusing' Authority 

For the Right

Atlanta prosecutor Fani Willis accuses Ohio GOP Rep. Jim Jordan of attempting to obstruct and interfere with a criminal prosecution in Georgia, either out of ignorance or an abuse of authority. 

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