The past week in Chicago was nothing short of chaotic. On Monday, the city's gunshot detection system called ShotSpotter went offline, leaving residents concerned about their safety. The City Council is even considering legal action against Mayor Brandon Johnson unless he finds a suitable replacemen
Beirut, once a city filled with joyful sounds, now resonates with the ominous hum of Israeli strikes that strike at night. The sun sets and residents are left in fear, unable to sleep due to the uncertainty of where and when the next attack will hit. In Salim Salam, close to the hard-hit Bachoura ne
The situation in Lebanon is becoming increasingly dire as tensions escalate between Israel and Hezbollah. The conflict, which began nearly a year ago, has resulted in the displacement of thousands of people and has left many wondering if a wider war is imminent. A recent surge in violence has seen
Israel Weighs Response to Iran's Largest-Ever Attack Iran's military chief warned of broader strikes if Israel responds to the recent attack, which killed at least nine people in central Beirut and marked the first time Israel has struck the area since 2006. The strike has raised fears of a wider a
Imagine a tiny mountain town, 20 miles east of Asheville, suddenly turned upside down. Hurricane Helene brought devastation to Swannanoa, with floodwaters reaching heights of at least 10 feet in some spots. The Whitson Avenue Bridge, which crosses the Swannanoa River, collapsed under the sudden down
The recent escalation in violence between Israel and Hezbollah has left the region in a state of unease. The Israeli government has been carrying out airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, while Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of hundreds o
It's hard to imagine a place where safety is a luxury, but for many in Lebanon, this is their reality. The recent escalation of violence in the country has left over 1 million people without homes, and the fear of being bombed is a constant worry. Jihan Kaisi, the executive director of the Union of
In the complex web of international politics, the line between individuals' allegiances can often blur. This was the case for Fatah Sharif, a UNRWA employee who was recently killed in an airstrike in Lebanon. Sharif's dual identity as a UNRWA employee and a top Hamas commander has sparked controvers
The Middle East is once again caught in the midst of a brewing storm, as the US Pentagon announces a surge in troop deployment to the region. The move comes on the heels of Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon, aimed at targeting Hezbollah terrorists. But what does this mean for the region, and why i
Lebanon is on the brink of disaster. As the Israeli army launches a ground operation in southern Lebanon, the threat of war has become a harsh reality. At least 95 people have been killed in Israeli strikes, and over 1,000 since last Monday. One million people have been forced to leave their homes,
