
International
Man arrested in the skate death of former NHL player Adam Johnson is released on bail
An unnamed man was arrested and charged with suspicion of manslaughter in connection with Johnson's death.
3 weeks ago
Biden and Xi are meeting in San Francisco, seeking better US-China relations despite tough issues
The White House says Biden is prepared to confront Xi on difficult issues such as trade, Beijing’s burgeoning relationship with Iran and human rights concerns.
3 weeks ago
International outcry grows over ‘unbearably desperate’ situation in Gaza hospitals
The UN and World Health organization plead in a joint statement for "decisive international action" to preserve what's left of the health care system in Gaza.
4 weeks ago
After Hamas attack, most Israelis want Netanyahu to resign, according to poll
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was already under pressure for other problems. Now, a recent poll says 76% of Israelis want him to resign.
4 weeks ago
Gaza’s main hospital goes dark in intense fighting as Israel’s attacks put it at odds with allies
Doctors at Shifa Hospital say five patients died including a premature baby after the last generator ran out of fuel.
4 weeks ago
Hundreds protest at Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza
WHYY News saw several protesters detained by police after demonstrators began blocking entrances to the station.
1 month ago
Lionel Messi wins 8th Ballon d’Or; Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí is named top female player
Messi has now won 12% of all men's Ballon d'Or trophies. Both of this year's winners are midfielders who led their national teams to long-awaited World Cup victories.
1 month ago
Israeli airstrikes crush apartments in Gaza refugee camp, as ground troops battle Hamas militants
The toll from the strikes in Jabaliya camp was not immediately known. Neither side’s account could be independently confirmed.
1 month ago
UN agency in Gaza says urgent cease-fire is a matter of life and death for millions of Palestinians
According to the latest figures from Gaza’s Ministry of Health, more than 8,300 people have been killed — 66% of them women and children — and tens of thousands injured.
1 month ago
Red Cross says it has sent a surgery team into Gaza, as a rocket strike hits Tel Aviv
The list, released late Thursday, came in response to President Biden's comments casting doubt on the Palestinian death toll, which is compiled by a health agency in Gaza.
1 month ago
Mexico’s Acapulco grows desperate for help after Hurricane Otis ravaged the area
The Category 5 storm slammed into Mexico's Pacific coast early Wednesday, killing at least 27 people, with at least four still missing.
1 month ago
Israel says it’s ‘expanding’ ground activities in Gaza as internet blackout takes hold
Internet and phone service were out in Gaza after a barrage of airstrikes, a Palestinian telecommunications company reported.
1 month ago
Protests are scheduled across the state outside of Fetterman’s four offices. In Philadelphia, hundreds marched down Market Street Thursday before lining up outside his office.
1 month ago
The Middle East crisis is stirring up a ‘tsunami’ of mental health woes
The Israel-Gaza conflict is likely to leave people in the region struggling with trauma-related mental health symptoms for a long time to come.
1 month ago
Why thousands gathered with the Philadelphia Palestine Coalition at huge rally in Center City
The large demonstration was hardly covered by local news outlets, frustrating participants.
1 month ago