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Wisdom Project | David Amram, 94, Composer, Conductor and Student of ‘Hangoutology’
The Wisdom Project at Moment: Inspirational conversations with wise people who have been fortunate to live long lives. This week’s conversation is with musician David Amram, 94, of West Camp, NY. David Amram has earned acclaim as a composer,...
Full text of Trump’s Knesset speech: You’ve won. You can’t beat the world. It’s time for peace
The following is a full transcript of US President Donald Trump’s speech to the Knesset in Jerusalem, October 13, 2025, checked against delivery. It began with a standing ovation, followed by several ovations, long bouts of applause, several...
The genocide that wasn’t
For those who claim genocide in Gaza, the numbers paint an embarrassing reality. Their assertions stem from either ignorance, stubborn ideology, or sheer bigotry — not exactly the best foundations for moral outrage. Because when you actually run...
NBC Sports is taking over 30 Rock with “30 Rocks” activation to celebrate the NBA’s return to NBC and Peacock
NBC Sports and the NBA will be rocking out at 30 Rockefeller Plaza this October, putting on a host of activities and installations for fans to enjoy via a “30 Rocks” activation. In honor of the NBA’s return to NBC Sports and its Peacock debut,...
Senator Schmitt discusses Middle East peace deal and government shutdown
Senator Eric Schmitt | U.S. Senator Eric SchmittSenator Eric Schmitt | U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) appeared on Fox Business’ Kudlow to discuss recent political developments, including President Trump’s peace efforts...
'This is our mandate'
Shawn York said he felt “a commission” to support Israel and to “do something” after Hamas’ Oct. 7 terror attacks that sparked the war in Gaza. York is lead pastor at Highpoint Church in Gulf Breeze, Florida. The 1,100-member Evangelical church is...
Confidence vote in Simon Harris brings day of unexpected political drama
A day of unexpected political drama is in prospect after the Government tabled a Dáil motion of confidence in Tánaiste Simon Harris. The motion is an apparent bid to offset the risk of a debate on disabilities next week, the final week of...
Heimir toys with Trap's 'don't have the players' mantra
The World Cup campaign trundles on and Ireland head to Lisbon in search of their miracle. For the third campaign in succession, the consensus is that Ireland's prospects of qualification haven't survived the second match. Nowadays, still being in...
Gaza Foundation – A dark page in the history of humanitarian work comes to an end
From the darkness of closed rooms in November 2024, a criminal organisation emerged under the name Gaza Humanitarian Foundation. It was nothing more than a tool in the hands of the Israeli occupation — an instrument designed to militarise...
Campaigning in Spanish takes on new meaning for candidates in California governor’s race
More for families. If you’re enjoying this article, you’ll love LAist’s early childhood newsletter. Every two weeks, you’ll receive top reads and resources on issues affecting families with kids ages 0–5. At a political summit this summer,...
Religion news 13 October 2025
The remaining hostages are to be released by Hamas under the terms of the ceasefire deal by 12 noon local time (10 am BST). 251 people were kidnapped by Hamas including women, children and elderly people on 7 October 2023. There are 48 hostages...
Kocharyan returns to politics, claims Pashinyan has ‘zero chance’ of re-election
We are building a newsroom powered by our readers From the repression of queer people and women in North Caucasus to attacks on basic democratic freedoms in the region, we provide fact-based, independent reporting in English. Help us hit 500...
Book Review: How Childbirth Has Shaped Civilization
In 1545 in the Duchy of Savoy, northwest of what is now Italy, a woman named Isabella della Volpe became pregnant. As she approached full term, Isabella suffered what was then called a brain obstruction — likely a stroke — and died. Her midwife...
France's new cabinet at risk of collapse over budget, as Macron seeks stability
The fate of the latest French cabinet is set to be decided at Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's inaugural speech on Tuesday, as pressure over the budget intensifies. Meanwhile, President Emmanuel Macron called on political parties to "work...
Why there are new laws shaping how schools teach about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
(JTA) — As the last of the Israeli hostages were released from Gaza, President Donald Trump addressed the country’s parliament — and was given a hero’s welcome. Trump’s speech to the Knesset on Monday offered effusive praise for the state of...
Contributors to Scientific American’s November 2025 Issue
Lori Youmshajekian Supplements That Fight Inflammation “So many of my story ideas come from a friend asking me, ‘Did you see this thing on TikTok?’” says Lori Youmshajekian (above), who wrote this month’s feature about dietary supplements and...
Tbilisi Calling – Why India’s Eyes are on the Caucasus
By Sally White for Investor.ge Despite a visibly growing Indian footprint in Georgia—from thousands of students to increasing investment and tourism—economic ties between the two countries remain underdeveloped. While India deepens its engagement...
Fact-checking Donald Trump’s speech in Israeli parliament
On the day Israel and Hamas exchanged captives and detainees as part of the Gaza deal, United States President Donald Trump framed the agreement he helped broker as a “historic dawn of a new Middle East”. “This is not only the end of a war, this...
IDFA to Open With Shorts Program, Announces Victor Kossakovsky’s ‘Trillion,’ Dmytro Sukholytkyy-Sobchuk’s ‘Silent Flood’ in Competition
The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) has announced the main competition lineups for its 38th edition, taking place in the Dutch city between Nov. 13-23. The now complete selection features almost 250 films from 76 countries...
What to do with the terrorist trawlers
With President Trump bringing comprehensive peace to the Middle East starting with freedom from Hamas hands of Israeli hostages, only a few minor details still need to be worked out – like what to do with all the terrorist trawlers. These are the...