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WASHINGTON — The future of the United States may very well rest in the hands of technological advancement, if Indiana’s senior senator is on the money. “The stakes are enormous, and our very values and way of life are at stake,” says Senator Todd Young. Senator Young, a Republican, has made tech legislation a priority […] The post Sen. Young Talks U.S. Investment in A.I., Staying Ahead of China appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
LOS ANGELES — Following a decades-long career during which time she won numerous accolades, British actress, musician, and all-around performer Glynis Johns has died at the impressive age of 100. Born in South Africa in 1923, Johns was perhaps best known to American audiences as Winifred Banks in the 1964 Disney adaptation of “Mary Poppins.” […] The post British Actor, Performer Glynis Johns Dead at 100 appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
SDEROT, Israel — Former Vice President and Indiana Governor Mike Pence is currently in Israel, showing his support for the country’s efforts against Hamas. He Tweeted Thursday that he wanted to see “first hand [sic] the aftermath of the Hamas terrorist attack of October 7th.” Later in that post, he added, “I told every Israeli […] The post Former Vice President Mike Pence Visits Israel appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
PRAGUE, Czech Republic — At least 15 people are dead, and many more are hurt, following a mass shooting in the Czech Republic Thursday. Police in Prague – the country’s capital city – say a student at Charles University was responsible for the shooting, and that his father had been killed earlier that day. The […] The post Mass Shooting in Prague Kills, Injures Dozens appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
TEL AVIV, Israel. — Israel says its soldiers are surrounding the last Hamas strongholds in the northern Gaza Strip as its war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas continues. Israel’s defense minister says Hamas battalions in the region are “on the verge of dismantling.” Meantime, the Israel Defense Forces are stepping up attacks in the […] The post Israel Surrounding Last Northern Hamas Strongholds appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
TEL AVIV, Israel. — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it’s “the beginning of the end” for Hamas. In a video message Sunday, Netanyahu said dozens of militants have surrendered as Israel continues trying to wipe the Palestinian militant group out in the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip. He said it would take more […] The post Netanyahu: “It’s The Beginning Of The End For Hamas.” appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
UPDATE: Israel has taken responsibility for the fatal strike. Officials from the country say one Hamas leader was killed in the attack. — JABALIA CAMP, Gaza — An explosion at a large refugee camp in Gaza has killed at least 50 people and hurt many more. This is the most recent blast to have hit […] The post Explosion in Gaza Kills, Injures Refugees appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
REYKJAVIK, Iceland — Women and non-binary people around Iceland went on strike Tuesday, in an effort to protest gender inequality and pay gaps. This protest, known as the Women’s Day Off, was first organized in 1975. People in a variety of careers chose to participate this year, including Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir. Women’s Day Off […] The post “Women’s Day Off” Highlights Gender Disparities in Iceland appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
RAFAH BORDER CROSSING — For the first time since the current war between Israel and Palestine began, a convoy headed into Gaza to provide humanitarian relief. International aid organizations have been working to send support to the Middle East, especially as Israel has cut off significant access to water, food, and electricity in Gaza. But, […] The post First Round of Aid Goes to Gaza appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
As the Israel-Gaza conflict escalates, the Movement for Black Lives is addressing the spiraling humanitarian crisis in part by demanding a ceasefire and an end to the "U.S.–backed occupation of Palestine." The post Movement For Black Lives Addresses Israel-Gaza Conflict, Calls For End To ‘US–Backed Occupation Of Palestine’ appeared first on NewsOne.
GAZA — Hundreds are dead, with many more wounded, after a rocket hit a hospital in Gaza Tuesday. The strike at the Al Ahli hospital has killed at least 500 people so far. Israel has also been working to shut off food and water supplies to the region, further impacting civilians in the area. Palestinian […] The post Hundreds Dead After Hospital Hit in Gaza appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
SDEROT, Israel — Israel has announced that it is at war after a Palestinian militant group fired rockets at, and had armed people enter, the country. Officials say that members of Hamas, a Palestinian militant group with power in the Gaza Strip, took the country by surprise early Saturday. The Palestinian organization has taken credit […] The post Israel “at War” Following Attacks by Hamas, Hoosier Leaders Respond appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.