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The Israel debate America’s Democrats refuse to have

This summer, House Democrats did something they’d mostly avoided for two years: they argued about Israel out loud. A doomed Republican amendment to strip aid to Israel forced two closed-door caucus meetings that several members described as intense. Then, leadership did what it

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ObamaCare premiums poised for another big hike

The cost of ObamaCare coverage could shoot up even higher next year as insurers are proposing a median increase of 14 percent, according to an analysis of initial filings from KFF. If the preliminary filings hold, it would mark the second-straight year of double-digit premium

Explainer-What are the risks of an LNG tanker explosion?

By Marwa Rashad LONDON, July 8 (Reuters) - A Qatari tanker loaded with liquefied natural gas (LNG) was at risk of exploding, one source said, after it sustained significant damage in an attack on the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. While the LNG industry has

Kenya: Sifuna’s rise comes with formidable obstacles

Edwin Sifuna’s popularity is growing beyond ODM, and as Gen Z supporters rally behind him, allies within Kenya’s opposition see a potential challenger to President William Ruto. But whether momentum among young voters converts into a coalition, or a ballot, is far less certain.

Kenya: Can Sifuna emerge as Ruto’s strongest challenger?

Edwin Sifuna’s popularity is growing beyond ODM, and as Gen Z supporters rally behind him, allies within Kenya’s opposition see a potential challenger to President William Ruto. But whether momentum among young voters converts into a coalition, or a ballot, is far less certain.