Eisenkot has generally backed Israeli military operations in Gaza, Lebanon and Iran, while accusing Netanyahu of strategic failures after the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, attack. The 66-year-old spent four decades in Israel’s military and comes from a working-class family. His 25-year-old son, Gal Meir Eisenkot, was killed fighting in Gaza.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-08 08:00

Moldova plans to close its state-run children's homes by 2027, leaving hundreds of young people facing an uncertain future. Questions remain over whether foster families and support services will be available to help them build new lives.

DDW News2026-09-08 08:00

The Eiffel Tower remained closed to visitors after staff refused to work, union representatives said. They were protesting a request that female colleagues stay out of sight while a Hindu religious delegation visited over the weekend.

RReuters2026-09-08 07:56

Russia resumed air attacks on Kyiv after a brief pause during the visit of US peace negotiators, striking the city with drones and missiles. The assault killed two people, sparked fires and injured 10 others, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko.

RReuters2026-09-08 07:51

Former Ukrainian economy minister Tymofiy Mylovanov said Russia and Ukraine are both “serious” about their intentions to open new negotiations, speaking in an interview with Europe Today.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 07:43

A press review highlights the online trend dubbed “pheromone maxxing,” in which men avoid showering before dates in the hope of increasing their appeal.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-08 07:42

Former Ukrainian economy minister Tymofiy Mylovanov says he is pessimistic that the war will last a long time but optimistic that Ukraine will hold. He says Ukraine is prepared for a prolonged war with Russia and that Moscow’s demands for ending it are not feasible.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 07:41

Singapore’s government has accepted the independent committee’s recommendations on political salaries, but will not move to the proposed levels in a single step. The annual MR4 benchmark for ministers will rise from S$1.1 million to S$1.8 million, with an up-to-9% one-off adjustment from Oct 15, amounting to about S$1.2 million if fully applied. Later changes will depend on individual performance and responsibilities.

CCNA2026-09-08 07:38

Private equity and credit firm Apollo pushed aside major banks to build $1 trillion in assets. On The Big View, William D. Cohan, author of “Money to Burn,” and Peter Thal Larsen examine Apollo’s rise from the 1990s junk-bond wreck and whether its new model can last.

RReuters2026-09-08 07:37

Russia and North Korea opened the first road bridge across their shared border on Monday. Russian officials hailed the project as a boost to the countries’ deepening ties.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-08 07:30

Paxton gives his perspective on the high-stakes contest for a Texas Senate seat, with Democrat James Talerico as his opponent, during an appearance on “The Big Weekend Show.”

FFox News2026-09-08 07:30

After a landslide victory in Saxony-Anhalt’s regional election, AfD leader Alice Weidel is turning her attention to the national government. The party is ahead of Chancellor Merz’s CDU in opinion polls.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 07:27

Béla Anda, who served as chief spokesman for Gerhard Schröder’s federal government, says Chancellor Friedrich Merz has communicated “very poorly”. He believes it will be “very hard” for Merz to regain control after the AfD’s landslide win in regional elections.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 07:27

A beloved law professor is gruesomely murdered after a divorce.

AABC News2026-09-08 07:20

Saudi authorities say Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked energy facilities in the kingdom’s south, injuring at least 73 civilians, including women and children. The Saudi-led coalition said civilian and economic sites in Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jizan and Najran were struck, calling the attacks a “dangerous escalation” and a “blatant violation” of Saudi sovereignty.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-08 07:17

Singapore’s mosques already screen prospective staff and require approval for external religious classes. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad said rules alone are insufficient, urging shared responsibility and partnership among mosques, parents, children and volunteers.

CCNA2026-09-08 07:17

Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said there is currently no reason to question Singapore Airlines’ ability to provide air services in Singapore. He said SIA has been transparent about its Air India investment, which the listed company funds through its own balance sheet and earnings rather than through Singaporeans.

CCNA2026-09-08 07:08

Following a major defeat to the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt, former German government spokesman Béla Anda told Europe Today that Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s biggest mistake was “poor communication” and that regaining control would be very difficult.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 07:05

Chancellor Friedrich Merz is under growing pressure a day after the AfD secured a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt. Ukraine is facing an increasingly difficult economic task in maintaining funding for its war against Russia, while thousands attended Ratko Mladić’s pompous funeral in Serbia yesterday.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 06:59

The UK is expected to announce sanctions on goods and services from Israeli settlements in the illegally occupied West Bank. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband is due to set out the move in the House of Commons on Tuesday, after saying the UK-Israel relationship would be “reset”.

BBBC News2026-09-08 06:55

A grain being developed in the US could help farmers improve soil health while making crops more resilient to drought and heavy rainfall. Repeated droughts are pushing farmers to seek income from alternative crops.

Eeuronews2026-09-08 06:52

Singapore Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing said salary ranges for political office holders will widen to 75% to 125%. He told parliament that an independent review committee found the change consistent with market practice and said it would give more flexibility to attract people from different backgrounds and career stages into political service.

CCNA2026-09-08 06:50

Iran says a deal with Oman on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is only days away and would include a temporary safe route, while Tehran prepares to declare a restricted zone. Oil rises as Hormuz risks return and Chinese buying strengthens, with Brent nearing $100 a barrel.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-08 06:46

Brent crude closed in on $100 a barrel as traders awaited details of an Iranian deal with Oman to manage shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Strong Chinese buying is tightening the market.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-08 06:43