Middle East Tensions, Job Scams, and Tech Troubles: A Quick Look at Today's News

The Middle East is on edge again. A shaky truce between Israel and Hamas is hanging by a thread. President Trump says it's still holding, but recent strikes and accusations of violations tell a different story. Tensions have been rising, and Sunday's events didn't help. The Israel Defense Forces claim they're enforcing the ceasefire, but the situation remains delicate. Meanwhile, job seekers are falling prey to clever scams. Fake job postings on trusted sites like ZipRecruiter and LinkedIn are luring people into traps. These scams are getting more sophisticated, using hacked email addresses and convincing listings to steal personal information or install malware. It's a growing problem, and job seekers need to stay vigilant. Amazon Web Services had a major outage early Monday. This caused widespread issues for websites and apps worldwide, including big names like Roblox, Fortnite, and Snapchat. The problem stemmed from a core database issue in their Virginia center. After five hours, there were signs of recovery, but the outage highlighted our reliance on cloud services.In NFL news, the New York Giants had a dramatic collapse, losing to the Denver Broncos in the fourth quarter. The Broncos scored all their points in the final quarter, making it one of the wildest games of the season. The San Francisco 49ers secured another win despite injuries, keeping pace in their division. Meanwhile, the New York Jets extended their losing streak to 0-7. Other news includes a tragic plane crash in Hong Kong, a shooting at Oklahoma State University, and the discovery of human remains in Philadelphia. A study found that a brain training game might boost memory-related chemicals. The Secret Service found a suspicious hunting stand near Palm Beach International Airport. The Marines are investigating an incident where shrapnel from a live-fire demonstration hit a law enforcement vehicle. Director Jafar Panahi, despite facing arrest and bans, continues to make films secretly in Iran. His latest, "It Was Just An Accident, " is an Oscar contender. He talks about his passion for storytelling and freedom of expression. For those dealing with leaf season, NBC Select has rounded up the best leaf blowers and walking shoes. Their newsletter offers hands-on product reviews and shopping tips.