■Bitcoin hits an all-time high, surpassing $68,800. ■Bitcoin's next halving event is expected at the end of April. ■Experts warn that crypto is a risky bet with unpredictable fluctuations. NEW YORK — Bitcoin has hit an all-time high less than two years after the collapse of the crypto exchange FTX...
Vice President Harris Hosts Israeli War Cabinet Member as the US Pushes to Get More Aid into Gaza
■Harris and Gantz discussed the urgency of a hostage deal in Gaza. ■The U.S. has begun airdrops of humanitarian aid into Gaza. ■Gantz's visit to Washington underscores a widening crack within Israel’s wartime leadership. WASHINGTON — Vice President Kamala Harris met on Monday with a member of Israel’s wartime Cabinet...
Ukraine Claims It Has Sunk Another Russian Warship in the Black Sea Using High-Tech Sea Drones
■The destroyed ship, Sergey Kotov, was a modern vessel commissioned in 2021. ■The sinking of such a modern ship is a significant loss for Moscow. ■Ukrainian successes in the Black Sea have pushed the Russian fleet away from the coast. KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine claimed Tuesday it has sunk another...
Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Have Ended Without a Breakthrough With Ramadan Days Away, Egypt Says
■The talks aimed to secure the release of up to 40 Israeli hostages in return for a six-week cease-fire. ■Hamas has refused to release all hostages unless Israel ends its offensive and withdraws from Gaza. ■Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly rejected Hamas' demands. CAIRO — Three days of...
Democrats Make Play for Veteran and Military Support as Trump Homes in on GOP Nomination
■Progressive groups in North Carolina are making efforts to win over military and veteran voters. ■Democrats will have to work hard to win over this traditionally Republican constituency. ■Trump's recent statements have given Democrats hope of winning over voters with military ties. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Highway signs welcome drivers entering...
Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and Threads Down in Widespread Outage
Users of Meta's Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Messenger platforms are experiencing login issues in what appears to be a widespread outage. Internet traffic observer Down Detector is reporting vast outages on several Meta platforms Tuesday. The problems are being reported across the world, suggesting that the outage could be global....
A 4-Year-Old Gaza Boy Lost His Arm – and His Family. Half a World Away, He’s Getting a Second Chance
■Omar Abu Kuwaik lost his arm and family in an Israeli airstrike. ■He was brought to the U.S. for treatment by the Global Medical Relief Fund. ■Omar's wounds are healing, and he was fitted with a new prosthetic arm. NEW YORK — Omar Abu Kuwaik is far from his home...
Girl Scouts Were Told to Stop Bracelet-Making Fundraiser for Kids in Gaza. Now They Can’t Keep Up
■Missouri Girl Scout leaders sent an email to the troop last month threatening legal action. ■The fundraising effort began due to discomfort selling cookies while people starve in Gaza. ■Controversy boosts bracelet orders, leading to suspension of sales due to high demand. Missouri Girl Scout leaders threatened legal action against...
Pentagon Leaker Jack Teixeira Pleads Guilty Under a Deal That Calls for at Least 11 Years in Prison
■Jack Teixeira pleads guilty to leaking Ukraine war documents and other secrets. ■The breach raised concerns over America's ability to protect its classified data. ■Teixeira's defense will argue that his youth played a role in his conduct. BOSTON — Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira pleaded guilty on Monday...
Matt Chapman Says He Has ‘Unfinished Business’ in Bay Area After Signing Deal with Giants
■Chapman is the fourth free agent addition for the Giants this offseason. ■The deal could earn Chapman up to $73 million over four years. ■Chapman batted .240 with 17 home runs and 54 RBIs last season. SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The more Matt Chapman looked around, the more the four-time Gold...