Feb 13 Watch 7:16 Earthquake victims in rebel-held area of Syria left without aid, rescue operations By Jane Ferguson, Jorgen Samso, Zeba Warsi, Teresa Cebrián Aranda In Syria, the earthquake brutalized a community that has already suffered more than a decade of war. Rebel-held provinces in the country's northwest now face a double disaster: the deadly quake and little to no outside help. Special correspondent Jane… Continue watching
Feb 13 Watch 7:38 Thousands in Israel protest far-right government's plan to weaken nation's judiciary By William Brangham, Teresa Cebrian Aranda, Cai Pigliucci, Madeline Powell The recently elected far-right government in Israel took a clear step Monday toward passing highly controversial judicial reform. Its actions have created a massive reaction among Israelis who stand against it, saying they could fundamentally alter Israel's democracy. William Brangham… Continue watching
Feb 13 Moldova president outlines Russian 'plan' to topple government By Stephen McGrath, Cristian Jardan, Associated Press President Sandu's briefing Monday comes a week after Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said his country had intercepted plans by Russian secret services to destroy Moldova, claims that were later confirmed by Moldovan intelligence. Continue reading
Feb 13 China says more than 10 U.S. balloons flew in its airspace in the past year By Associated Press China says more than 10 U.S. high-altitude balloons have flown in its airspace during the past year without its permission. In response, the United States denied that it operates any surveillance balloons over China. Continue reading
Feb 13 Philippines accuses China of using military-grade laser against coast guard vessel By Jim Gomez, Associated Press According to the Philippines, the Chinese ship also maneuvered dangerously close to block the Philippine patrol vessel from approaching one of the disputed islands last week. Continue reading
Feb 13 Russian troops advance on eastern Ukrainian city, fortify defenses in south By Samya Kullab, Yuras Karmanau, Associated Press Ukraine's presidential office says fierce battles are raging outside Bakhmut as Russian forces are pushing their advance on the eastern city with heavy shelling and infantry attacks. Continue reading
Feb 13 Rescues wind down in Turkey, Syria after devastating earthquake By Mehmet Guzel, Suzan Fraser, Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press While stories of near-miraculous rescues have flooded the airwaves in recent days, tens of thousands of dead have been found during the same period. Continue reading
Feb 12 New report says companies' climate targets are misleading to the public By Frank Jordans, Associated Press Climate commitments by companies aren’t always as green as they seem. A new report concludes major brands are exaggerating how ambitious their efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions are — in effect misleading consumers, investors and governments. Continue reading
Feb 12 Catholic bishop's 26-year prison sentence in Nicaragua draws concern from Pope By Associated Press Pope Francis on Sunday expressed sadness and worry at the news that Bishop Rolando Álvarez, an outspoken critic of the Nicaraguan government, had been sentenced to 26 years in prison in the latest move against the Catholic Church and government… Continue reading
Feb 12 After earthquake, residents of war-torn Syria struggle to get aid and rebuild By Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press Almost one week after the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck northern Syria and neighboring Turkey, the U.N. has acknowledged an international failure to help Syrian quake victims. Continue reading