Netanyahu takes a gamble on American support for Israel with the war against Iran
Throughout his political career, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has steered his country along two pillars of foreign…
Trump threatens greater force in Iran but says he still has ‘off ramps’
President Donald Trump is threatening to use greater force against Iran while maintaining that he still has diplomatic…
Why Iran resists giving up its nuclear program, even as Trump threatens strikes
Embassy staffers and dependents evacuating, airlines suspending service, eyes in Iran warily turning skyward for signs of an…
U.S. and Israel carry out strikes across Iran
Israel and the United States launched an air campaign against Iran on Saturday, striking Tehran and several other…
Horn of Africa leaders inaugurate Shabeely Resort in Ethiopia’s Somali Region
Saturday January 31, 2026 Jigjiga (HOL) — The leaders of Somalia, Ethiopia and Djibouti on Saturday jointly inaugurated…
Population Growth Slows Due to Decline in Net International Migration
The Midwest was the only region where all states gained population from July 2024 to July 2025. In…
Southern California storms slam Santa Barbara, Ventura. Rain through Tuesday
California’s wet winter continued Saturday as rain fell across the Southland, grounding flights coming in and out of…
Fire at Swiss Alpine resort leaves 40 dead, more than 100 hurt
CRANS-MONTANA, Switzerland — About 40 people were killed and 115 others injured, most of them seriously, after a fire ripped…
Southern California’s wild weather is not over. Wind gusts of up to 65 mph predicted
Last week’s rain won’t be the end of Southern California’s wild weather as strong wind gusts are forecast…
100,000-gallon sewage spill closes L.A. County beach
A 100,000-gallon sewage spill has closed Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro, L.A. County officials said. Visitors should avoid…
Trio of private jets at Hawke’s Bay Airport an ‘incredible’ boost for region as high-flying family visit
“We’re now seeing huge interest out of Asia for a holiday in Hawke’s Bay for high-net-worth individuals. “These…
What Gisborne’s politicians say the RMA reforms could mean for the region
While the region’s National MP said the changes would make real differences to the community, two Labour MPs…