Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce, continue releasing hostages and prisoners
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There's now an extension for a pause in the fighting between Israel and Hamas. The ceasefire has been extended for at least two more days. Professor William Muck from North Central College shares his thoughts on how he expects these negotiations will play out.

Israel, Hamas agree to extend truce for two more days, spokesman says
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Israel and Hamas agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days past Monday, the Qatari government said, bringing the prospect of a longer halt to their deadliest and most destructive war and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

Pope Francis undergoes hospital checkup after coming down with the flu

Pope Francis went to the hospital Saturday for tests after he came down with the flu, but the results ruled out any respiratory problems, the Vatican said.

Hamas releases first American hostage on third day of cease-fire exchange

Abigail Edan, whose fourth birthday passed while she was in captivity, is among 14 Israelis and two other foreign nationals released by Hamas on Sunday.

Hostages released from Hamas amid cease-fire
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The first batch of hostages were released by Hamas Friday, but there were no Americans among them. There are 10 Americans still in captivity in Gaza. President Biden says he expects the Americans to be released soon amid the four-day truce.

How does the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas work and how long will it last?

A cease-fire to facilitate the release of dozens of people taken hostage during Hamas’ raid on Israel is expected to bring the first respite to war-weary Palestinians in Gaza and a glimmer of hope to the families of the captives.

South African double-amputee Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius granted parole

Double-amputee Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius has been granted parole more than a decade after shooting his girlfriend through a toilet door at his home in South Africa in a killing that jolted the world.

Geert Wilders known as the 'Dutch Donald Trump' has massive win in Netherlands election

Geert Wilders, with his sharp tongue, has long been one of the Netherlands’ best-known lawmakers at home and abroad. His populist policies and sometimes unruly hair have caused comparisons with Donald Trump.

Weight loss drugs impacting food sales
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We take a look at the ripple effect being caused due to new weight loss drugs.

Gaza cease-fire will begin Friday morning, with aid to follow 'as soon as possible'

A four-day cease-fire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas will began Friday morning, Qatar said, a day later than originally announced, as negotiators worked out final details of the deal.

New details after vehicle explodes at US-Canada border
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New York authorities released new details Wednesday night after a vehicle exploded near the Rainbow Bridge.

Rainbow Bridge car explosion leaves 2 dead, officials say no sign of terrorism

Authorities say there is no indication of a terrorist attack in the vehicle crash and explosion that left two people dead at a checkpoint on the American side of a U.S.-Canada bridge.