Ursula von der Leyen announces bid for 2nd term – POLITICO
Despite her undeniable capacity to act decisively in times of hardship, the former German minister’s iron-fist leadership style has sometimes put her at odds with…
Most of California under flood watch as further weather damage expected
1 of 2 | A man looks at the flooded intersection of Bath and Hailey streets during an atmospheric river weather event in Santa Barbara…
Opinion: Is it Washington’s holiday or do we celebrate all 45 presidents?
On calendars, it’s Presidents’ Day, or no apostrophe: Presidents Day. To the federal government, it’s Washington’s Birthday. But California really gets festive. California lists the…
Employment growth slows but wages set to rise in 2024, say HR professionals
In short: A survey of 602 HR professionals reveals fewer employers are hiring, but there has also been a decline in firing since late last year.Employers…
Houthis damage British cargo ship in new attack – POLITICO
The U.K. Maritime Trade Operations agency said an explosion “in close proximity of the vessel” damaged it. The crew abandoned ship and is safe, the…
Experts downplay attempt to electronically ‘hijack’ El Al flight
Israeli aviation experts attempted Monday to downplay reports of an attempt to take over the communication network of an El Al aircraft as it flew…
Opinion: Blocking Ukraine aid is no way to put America dirst
For Presidents Day, the House is taking two weeks off. But first the Republicans who misrule the place honored their favorite president by blocking desperately…
‘I have no problems with it’: Labor MP Malarndirri McCarthy welcomes drug, alcohol testing in parliament
In short: Labor Senator Malarndirri McCarthy has told Q+A she would welcome drug and alcohol testing for parliamentarians in the wake of incidents involving Barnaby Joyce…
Alexei Navalny’s widow vows to continue his fight against Putin – POLITICO
At the Munich Security Conference on Friday, shortly after Navalny’s death in a penal colony was announced, Yulia Navalnaya accused Putin of murdering her husband.…
BAFTA winner uses speech to address war in Gaza | Israel War on Gaza
NewsFeedCollecting the BAFTA award for best film not in the English language, producer of The Zone of Interest James Wilson addressed the war on Gaza.Published…
Column: U.S. out of NATO? In second term, Trump more likely to try
WASHINGTON — Former President Trump hasn’t officially won the Republican presidential nomination yet. But he’s already throwing his weight around on foreign policy — and Republicans…
1 killed, 5 injured in Indianapolis Waffle House shooting
Feb. 19 (UPI) -- One person was killed and five wounded in a shooting involving two groups at an Indianapolis Waffle House early Monday, authorities…
Artificial intelligence is making critical health care decisions. The sheriff is MIA
Unlike medical devices or drugs, AI software changes. Rather than issuing a one-time approval, FDA wants to monitor artificial intelligence products over time, something it’s…
Russia claims full control of coke plant in Ukraine’s Avdiivka
In short: Russian forces have claimed control of the coke plant in the Ukraine's Avdiivka.Claiming the plant and the city of Avdiivka is the biggest…
Smart but stinky strategies in California's Senate race
Dodgers legend Steve Garvey tours Skid Row in Los Angeles on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 11, 2024. Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., speaks during the House Judiciary…
Israeli soldiers fire at Palestinians approaching aid trucks in Gaza | Israel War on Gaza News
Desperate Palestinians rushing toward aid trucks to fetch food in central Gaza were forced to flee after Israeli troops opened fire on them amid the…
Israel strikes across Gaza as US says it will block another UN resolution
Netanyahu has vowed to continue the offensive until “total victory” over Hamas and to expand it to Gaza’s southernmost town of Rafah, where more than…
Thaksin Shinawatra, Thailand’s convicted former prime minister, released on parole
Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra (R) sits inside a van as he departs Police General Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, on Sunday. The convicted former…
Mike Turner defends releasing cryptic statement about Russia’s nuclear capabilities in space
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.), a member of the far-right House Freedom Caucus, called on Speaker Mike Johnson on Thursday to launch a formal inquiry into…
Puppy farm convictions drive RSPCA to call for tougher animal welfare laws in South Australia
In short: Two women have been convicted of animal welfare offences after more than 100 animals were found "living in squalor" in SA.The RSPCA said three seriously ill…