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The Killing of Al-Qaeda’s Zawahiri: How it Happened

Despite a $25 million US bounty on his head, Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri apparently felt comfortable enough with the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan to move into a home in Kabul where he would regularly appear out in the open, on his balcony. But the US government had not given up…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Doctor: Biden's COVID symptoms return, in 'good spirits'

President Joe Biden’s “loose cough” has returned as he faces a rebound case of COVID-19, his doctor said Tuesday, though he “continues to feel well.”

The Independent UK

Biden echoes Obama as White House releases photo of briefing on strike

Picture bore striking similarities to 1 May 2011 image, when US special forces killed Osama bin Laden

The Guardian - US

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Fears 'ninja' airstrike that wiped out al-Qaeda leader will spark fresh attacks on West

Intelligence and terrorism experts warned Ayman al-Zawahiri's death, although welcome revenge for thousands of deaths of civilians, signals a new threat to the world

Daily Mirror

Biden, Harris endorse Rep. Karen Bass in LA mayor's race

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have endorsed Karen Bass in the Los Angeles' mayor race, cementing the congresswoman's place as the pick of the Democratic establishment

The Independent UK

Why Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan puts the White House in delicate straits of diplomacy with China

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Aug. 2, 2022 – a highly controversial trip that has been strongly opposed by China.

The Conversation

Russia accuses United States of being directly involved in Ukraine war

Russia’s defence ministry alleged that Washington coordinates Ukrainian missile strikes

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Why is Nancy Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan so contentious?

Taiwan is at the centre of a geopolitical struggle between Beijing and Washington

The Independent UK

NSF director: Funding boost can steer research money to more states

WASHINGTON — When President Joe Biden signs legislation this week boosting U.S. science and technology funding, it would pave the way for the National Science Foundation to expand research grants to states and educational institutions that have traditionally not benefited from such programs.

Tribune News Service

Killing of Zawahiri gives beleaguered Joe Biden rare political win

US political leaders applaud drone strike as president, battered by inflation, war in Ukraine and Roe ruling, seeks upturn in fortunes

The Guardian - US

Zawahiri’s killing was a Biden play for popularity – but it may have unintended consequences

The death of the al-Qaida leader points to a potential shift, says Chatham House associate fellow Hameed Hakimi

The Guardian - UK

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan, increasing tensions between the US and China

TAIPEI, Taiwan — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday for an unannounced but widely anticipated and controversial visit sure to deepen U.S.-China tensions and fears of military conflict between the two superpowers.

Los Angeles Times

Colbert: ‘Some veterans would like to bump Ted Cruz with their fists’

Late-night hosts discuss Biden’s rebound Covid, Trump burying his ex-wife for a tax break, and the GOP blocking veterans’ healthcare for political payback

The Guardian - US

Jill Biden opens up about suffering from parenting guilt and how she uses Post-it notes to manage her family

The First Lady is a mother, stepmother and grandmother, as well as a college professor

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The Independent UK

Tucker Carlson mocked for saying ‘US has never been less ready for war’ as Biden announces Al Qaeda strike

The Fox News host claims that the “Biden administration has done everything it can to make certain that we are not ready for war with China or even with the Taliban”

Reuters

Taiwan visit caps Nancy Pelosi's long history of confronting Beijing

More than 30 years ago, U.S. Representative Nancy Pelosi angered China's government by showing up in Tiananmen Square and unfurling a banner honoring dissidents killed in the 1989 protests.

The Guardian - US

Families of 9/11 victims hail killing of Ayman al-Zawahiri

Drone strike against al-Qaida leader praised across US political spectrum but 9/11 families press for Saudi accountability

The Guardian - US

How Ayman al-Zawahiri’s ‘pattern of life’ allowed the US to kill al-Qaida leader

After a decades-long hunt the simple habit of sitting out on the balcony gave the CIA an opportunity to launch ‘tailored strike’

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Axios

Pelosi lands in Taiwan despite warnings from Beijing and Biden

Biden had said the military thought the trip was "not a good idea," while China warned of "serious consequences."

The Independent UK

Pelosi arrives in Taiwan amid US-China tensions

The House speaker’s visit to Taiwan, which is independently governed but claimed by the Chinese government as part of its own territory, comes amid tensions between Washington and Beijing over US support for the island

Roll Call

Health officials seek monkeypox vaccines, urge health emergency - Roll Call

Public health officials are urging the administration to do more to address the monkeypox virus as clinics struggle to get vaccines.

Tribune News Service

The Georgia GOP 'civil war' might be over

ATLANTA — Just a few months ago, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp's biggest political challenge might have hinged on whether he could win over the fractious Republican base amid an onslaught of insults from former President Donald Trump.

WEKU

Pelosi has landed in Taiwan. Here's why that's a big deal

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is making an unannounced, but widely anticipated, stop in Taiwan. The move is expected to increase already heightened tensions between the U.S. and China.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

New ad from national Republicans targets Murray as GOP looks to expand the Senate map

WASHINGTON — National Republicans are funding a new ad this week that ties Democratic Sen. Patty Murray to President Joe Biden, arguing the incumbent lawmaker too often supports policies that increase inflation and crime.

The Independent UK

9/11 families celebrate strike on Ayman al-Zawahiri but say the fight for justice isn’t over

“This is a significant step forward and is particularly meaningful to the 9/11 community as we continue our years-long battle for justice and accountability,” said the 9/11 Justice group

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