A press freedom gala in Washington DC sparked controversy after being sponsored by Al Jazeera, a network criticized for lacking impartiality. The event awarded Al Jazeera and honored a controversial figure, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.

Israeli leaders chose not to pursue strikes on top Hamas figures before October seventh to maintain calm in Gaza. Senior officers say this led to missed opportunities to prevent the attack. An inquiry is now reviewing these decisions.

The Council on American-Islamic Relations plans to sue Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over an order labeling the group as a terrorist organization. CAIR accuses DeSantis of defamation and of prioritizing foreign interests over Floridians.

A judge has dismissed a lawsuit by a Harvard graduate who claimed he was assaulted for being Jewish, finding no evidence of antisemitic motivation. The decision comes as Harvard faces criticism and federal action over its handling of antisemitism on campus.

Rainfall records were set overnight, but the main part of Storm Byron is still approaching. Heavy rain and flooding are expected across northern and central Israel on Wednesday.

A judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore Tufts student Rumeysa Ozturk's status, allowing her to work on campus. Ozturk was detained and lost her student status after criticizing her university's stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. The court found the government's actions likely violated her rights.

Spain's internal political divisions and a new arms embargo on Israel are undermining Mediterranean security and the Western alliance in North Africa. The moves threaten cooperation with Morocco and risk destabilizing the region. Allies are urging Madrid to reconsider its approach.

Ben & Jerry's board chair Anuradha Mittal refuses to step down amid pressure from Unilever and governance disputes. The ongoing feud involves political controversies and an audit Mittal calls a smear campaign.

Iran has opened the trial of a dual national accused of spying for Israel, with charges that could carry the death penalty. Authorities claim to have found spy equipment and allege the suspect cooperated with Israeli intelligence. Iran frequently executes individuals accused of similar offenses.

An Israeli study finds that working from home does not significantly reduce professional burnout. Symptoms like exhaustion and lack of motivation remain high among remote workers.

Asiatic lions have rebounded from near extinction in India's Gir National Park, thanks to decades of conservation. Their growing numbers bring new challenges, including increased human-wildlife conflict and concerns about long-term survival.

Texas Democrat Jasmine Crockett has filed paperwork to run for the United States Senate, shaking up a closely watched race. Her candidacy could impact the balance of power in the chamber next year.