World Regions - Page 129

Ukraine November 19

Russian attack on Ukraine leaves 25 dead in Ternopil after massive overnight strikes

Deadly Russian assault targets Ukrainian infrastructure and civilians, prompting Poland to scramble jets.

Travel November 19

New details about Louvre heist revealed as officials announce stricter security measures

Louvre heist thieves used disc cutters to steal $102 million in jewels, prompting major security overhaul with 100 new cameras and anti-intrusion systems by 2026.

Zohran Mamdani November 19

Unearthed antisemitic, anti-Israel posts from Mamdani aide spark GOP outrage

Two New York lawmakers are blasting New York City Mayor-elect Mamdani over a report that a member of his transition team has made controversial posts about Israel for years.

Food-Drink November 19

Ancient fire reveals perfectly preserved and 'very important' 5,000-year-old food find

Ancient barley grains from 5,000 years ago discovered in Turkey's Van province reveal Bronze Age agricultural practices. The burned kernels were preserved at Iremir Mound site.

Antisemitism Exposed November 19

Antisemitism is becoming 'normal,' with Jewish teens paying the price

A leading rabbi cautions that sensitivity to antisemitism is fading, calling for urgent education and pride-building among Jewish teens before indifference takes root.

Germany November 19

Germany unveils new incentives to boost military recruitment amid growing Russia threat

Germany boosts military recruitment with free driving licenses and €2,600 monthly pay amid Russia threat and Trump's defense spending pressure on Europe.

Donald Trump November 18

Trump designates Saudi Arabia a major non-NATO ally during crown prince's White House visit

Trump designated Saudi Arabia a major non-NATO ally during a historic White House dinner with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking 80 years of relations.

Zohran Mamdani November 18

NYC Mayor-elect Mamdani doubles down on Netanyahu arrest pledge

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani reaffirms that he would honor the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for Netanyahu if the Israeli prime minister visits the city.

Donald Trump November 18

Mexico's president firmly refuses Trump's proposal for US military strikes against cartels

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly rejected Trump's proposal for U.S. military strikes against cartels on Mexican soil, declaring, "It's not going to happen."

Africa November 18

Nicki Minaj teams up with Trump's UN ambassador to spotlight 'genocide' of Christians in Nigeria

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz labeled the killing of Christians in Nigeria as “genocide wearing the mask of chaos."

White House November 18

Biden’s Saudi fist bump drew heat in 2022 — Trump just rolled out the red carpet

President Donald Trump shook hands with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House, a contrast from former President Joe Biden's 2022 fist bump.