In a show of resilience, Palestinians in the West Bank village of Deir Istiya gathered for Friday prayers after cleaning up their mosque. The mosque had been vandalized, with broken glass, offensive graffiti, and burn marks left behind. Villagers believe Jewish settlers were responsible for the dama
The Czech Republic is diving into the world of cryptocurrency. The country's central bank has made a move that shows they're serious about understanding and possibly adopting digital currencies. They've put $1 million into a mix of Bitcoin, stablecoins tied to the U. S. dollar, and tokenized bank de
Phoenix is gearing up for a mild and comfortable Thanksgiving this year. The weather is expected to be a bit cooler than usual, which is a nice change from the typical warm desert climate. The high temperatures are likely to hover around the low 70s, which is just a tad below the average for this ti
In the West Bank, a mosque was set on fire by Israeli settlers. They also wrote hateful messages on the walls. This happened just one day after some Israeli leaders spoke out against violence by settlers. The mosque in Deir Istiya had one of its walls burned. Also, three copies of the Quran and som
The UConn Huskies have proven they are the team to beat in women's college basketball. They've secured the top spot in the latest power rankings. But the real surprise is the USC Trojans, who have climbed to the No. 6 position after starting the season at No. 17. USC's rise is thanks to a tough win
Mississippians, get ready for a warm and sunny Thanksgiving! Unlike the snowy scenes often depicted in movies, the South usually enjoys mild weather during the holiday season. The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts a toasty Thanksgiving for the Deep South, including Mississippi. This region, which also c
Juan Kreutz, known as JC, has been appointed to a big role at SMBC Americas. He is now the head of Structured Finance Solutions and the Deputy Head for the Americas region. JC will be in charge of many financial areas. These include project finance, real estate finance, and global trade finance. He
Waterbury Hospital is on the brink of a major change. UConn Health has stepped in with a bid to take over the hospital, which could prevent its closure. This move comes after the hospital's current owner, Prospect Medical Holdings, filed for bankruptcy. The takeover could mean better healthcare for
Brazil is stepping up its game in the crypto world. The central bank has just rolled out new rules for trading virtual assets, including cryptocurrencies. These rules aim to tackle money laundering and terrorism financing, extending existing regulations to virtual-asset service providers. Crypto ha
The NFL is in full swing with Week 11 bringing exciting matchups and standout performances. The Philadelphia Eagles are leading the pack, showcasing strong defense and a breakout player in Cooper DeJean. The Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks are also making waves, with Nate Landman and Jaxon Smi
