Posts by Kevin Harson
Carey Hart shares the surprising secret to his strong marriage with Pink
Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Carey Hart opened up about the secret behind his strong marriage to Pink, as the professional racer has been married to the pop star since 2006. In a new interview with Us Weekly, Hart, 49, provided insight into their relationship dynamic. “I’m at the 19-year mark,…
Read MoreCampaign manager for California politician accused of spying for China
What’s New A Chinese national who managed the campaign of an unnamed California politician two years ago was arrested Thursday for allegedly spying for Beijing. Why It Matters There have been increasing concerns that China has created a network of operatives to influence local elections in the U.S. The goal of this alleged scheme is…
Read MoreUS doubled its amount of troops in Syria before Assad’s fall: Pentagon
What’s New The United States doubled its number of troops in Syria before deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad‘s regime collapsed, the Pentagon said Thursday. Why It Matters The first American ground troops entered Syria in late 2015 to fight the Islamic State, also known as ISIS. The U.S. previously said there were 900 troops in…
Read MoreBiden expected to see pope on last overseas trip of presidency: report
What’s New President Joe Biden is expected to see Pope Francis on what is likely to be the last overseas trip of his presidency, three unnamed sources familiar with the matter told The Associated Press (AP) in a story published Thursday. The trip is scheduled for next month, according to the sources. Why It Matters…
Read MoreTrump tariff threats loom over US reliance on Canadian crude oil
What’s New President-elect Donald Trump‘s threats to impose a 25 percent tariff on Canadian goods are sparking fears of higher gas prices and economic friction when it comes to trade. Why It Matters Despite America being the largest global producer of crude oil, the U.S. relies on Canada for more than 50 percent of its…
Read More8 Hallmark Hanukkah movies you can watch
Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Hallmark isn’t just about Christmas anymore — the popular family-friendly channel has been slowly but surely incorporating Hanukkah into their holiday movie lineup. While these films might still lean into the classic Hallmark formula of romance, humor, and heartwarming family moments, they add a festive nod…
Read MoreWoman lives next to train, here’s why she will never move out
A video showcasing a woman’s enchanting view of a “magical” holiday train, as seen from her apartment window in Chicago, Illinois, has gone viral on TikTok. Posted by Sveta Damiani (@s.damiani) on December 4, the video has amassed over 699,000 views. In the video, Damiani—a Chicago-based travel and lifestyle content creator—shares a stunning moment of…
Read MoreTree topper keeps falling off, then pet cam footage reveals the culprit
A woman was left perplexed at how her Christmas tree topper kept ending up on the floor, but once she looked at her pet camera footage, she learned who the culprit was. Sara Safa, 26, noticed that the star at the top of her tree had landed on the floor a few times, only to…
Read MoreEvery anime coming to Crunchyroll this Winter
Share ✓ Link copied to clipboard! Anime is seasonal, which means that every few months, anime studios start releasing new seasons of anime. Some of these are brand-new releases, new series, and new seasons to old series — and of course there are continuing series, too, that run pretty much always. One Piece, for example,…
Read MoreJay-Z’s legal defense Is groundbreaking—other accused celebs could copy him
Rapper Jay-Z is making all the right moves in defending himself from a rape allegation, a senior trial attorney has said. Wayne Dennison, who represented Johnny Depp in his successful lawsuit against his former partner, Amber Heard, told Newsweek that Jay-Z’s aggressive approach “will likely serve as a model for other celebrities who are eventually…
Read MoreTransgender people working in U.S. government see peril under Trump
WASHINGTON — The Air Force lieutenant colonel left the Pentagon one day and returned the next — with a new name and a new gender identity. Bree Fram remembers the atmosphere in 2020 as welcoming and supportive. Her colleagues brought cookies. When the Pentagon officially changed her gender in employment records, she felt her journey was…
Read MoreA massacre, a rumored hanging and Syrians’ thirst for justice and revenge
DAMASCUS, Syria — The crowd surged forward, thousands cheering, waving and jostling their way around Damascus’ Al Ashmar Square, all positioning themselves for the best view of a hanging. “Hurry up,” a mother scolded her child as they walked along the roadside. “We don’t want to be late.” A fire truck approached, spurring a chorus of…
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