Jan 31 Artemis II highlights a shift in U.S. space strategy since Apollo and contrasts with China's closed program By Michelle L.D. Hanlon, The Conversation China’s program is centrally directed and tightly controlled by the state, while the U.S. approach is intentionally open and designed so partners can operate within a shared framework. Continue reading
Jan 31 Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 30 Palestinians, including several children By Wafaa Shurafa, Samy Magdy, Sam Metz, Associated Press Hospitals in Gaza said Israeli strikes killed at least 30 Palestinians including several children on Saturday, one of the highest tolls since the October ceasefire. Continue reading
Jan 30 After massive protests and a deadly crackdown, how vulnerable is Iran's regime? By Nick Schifrin Iran is on notice as one of the U.S. military’s largest aircraft carriers arrives in the Middle East after thousands of protesters were killed in a brutal crackdown. How vulnerable is the regime? And what are President Trump’s options if… Continue reading
Jan 30 Watch After massive protests and a deadly crackdown, how vulnerable is Iran's regime? By Nick Schifrin, Madison Staten, Satvi Sunkara, Veronica Vela, Juliet Fuisz, Alexa Gold, Zoie Lambert Iran is on notice as one of the U.S. military’s largest aircraft carriers arrives in the Middle East after thousands of protesters were killed in a brutal crackdown. How vulnerable is the regime? And what are President Trump’s options if… Continue reading
Jan 30 Iranian protesters share their stories of determination and dissent By Kareem Chehayeb, Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press These Iranians offer a rare glimpse of life in the Islamic Republic at a pivotal moment in its history. Continue reading
Jan 30 This ancient pledge is made whenever Olympic Games are held By Derek Gatopoulos, Theodora Tongas, Associated Press The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics begin in one week, and the United Nations and organizers are calling for a 7-week pause of all wars worldwide — as they do every time the Olympics take place. Continue reading
Jan 30 South Africa expels Israel's top diplomat over social media posts insulting Ramaphosa By Gerald Imray, Associated Press The ministry also said there had been a deliberate failure to inform South Africa of visits by Israeli officials — "unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms."… Continue reading
Jan 30 Israel will reopen Gaza's border crossing with Egypt on Sunday after nearly two-year closure By Sam Metz, Associated Press Starting on Sunday, a “limited movement of people only” will be allowed through the Rafah crossing, Gaza’s main gateway to the outside world, the Israeli military body in charge of coordinating aid to Gaza said in a statement. Continue reading
Jan 30 Lindsey Vonn airlifted from ski-course after crashing in final downhill before 2026 Winter Olympics By Graham Dunbar, Associated Press Vonn lost control when landing a jump in a World Cup race and ended up tangled in the safety nets. Continue reading
Jan 30 Trump says Putin agreed to temporary halt in energy attacks on Ukraine, but terms remain unclear By Susie Blann, Associated Press Trump announced this on Thursday, but details about the timing and scope remain unclear. Continue reading