BEIRUT (AP) — A rare Israeli strike in central Beirut has killed the chief spokesman for the Hezbollah militant group. It was the latest in targeted killings of senior Hezbollah officials. Another strike hit central Beirut on Sunday night, and Lebanon’s Health Ministry says two people were killed. The strikes occurred as Lebanese officials considered…… MORE
Wildfire Threat Continues in Much of the US Northeast as Dry Conditions Persist
Firefighters in New York say a voluntary evacuation has helped them protect about 165 homes from a wildfire as officials in much of the Northeast cope with hundreds of brush fires in tinder-dry and windy conditions. New York City’s fire department said Sunday it has created a task force to respond to what officials are…… MORE
Biden for the First Time Oks Ukraine’s Use of US-Supplied Long-Range Missiles in Russia
MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — President Joe Biden has for the first time authorized the use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine to strike inside Russia. That’s according according to one U.S. official and three people familiar with the matter. The decision is a major U.S. policy shift and comes as Biden is about to leave…… MORE
Bullet Strikes Southwest Airlines Plane Without Injuries at Dallas Airport
DALLAS (AP) — A bullet has struck the body of a Southwest Airlines airplane preparing for departure from a Dallas airport, forcing the cancellation of the evening flight. The airline says no injuries were reported and law enforcement was contacted after the bullet struck the right side of the aircraft just under the flight deck…… MORE
Trump Attends Ufc Fight as Elon Musk Suggests the Public Should Weigh in on His Treasury Pick
PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump is attending the UFC heavyweight championship clash at Madison Square Garden. That combines two things close to his heart: fierce battles inside the octagon and New York City. Trump is a longtime UFC enthusiast and frequent attendee of major fights. The trip to New York, where Trump…… MORE