A brief history of Gaza's tortured role in the Middle East conflict

President Donald Trump signed an executive order prohibiting transgender women from competing in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, but made no mention of transgender men. The order targets transgender women participating in women's sports and aims to prevent their entry into the Olympics. While the issue of transgender men in sports has not drawn the same attention, the White House has not indicated whether further guidance will be issued on this matter. Full Article

Pets at Home has introduced the world's first meat-based dog treats made with cultivated meat called "Chick Bites," combining plant-based ingredients with lab-grown chicken to eliminate the need for animal raising and slaughter. The lab-grown chicken, developed by Meatly from a single egg cell sample, provides essential amino acids, fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins crucial for pet health while retaining the taste and nutritional value of traditional chicken breast. The UK approved Meatly's chicken for...

Russia has announced the capture of two additional villages, Novomlynsk and Baranivka, in eastern Ukraine amid their ongoing offensive. The villages are located in the northeastern Kharkiv region and near Ocheretyne, respectively. As the conflict nears its third anniversary, Kyiv struggles to counter Russia's steady advancements in the region. Full Article

Your support of The Independent helps fund ground reporting on critical issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Donations enable journalists to provide unbiased coverage for all Americans, regardless of political affiliation, without paywalls. A new report from the Resolution Foundation reveals ethnic minority families in the UK face higher housing costs and poorer living conditions, potentially due to discrimination and disparities in homeownership rates. Full Article

New Orleans officials are confident in the security plans for the upcoming Super Bowl, with over 2,000 law enforcement officers, no vehicle traffic on Bourbon Street, and restrictions on drones and flights in place. Various federal agencies are implementing security measures such as rooftop snipers, SWAT vehicles, and bomb-sniffing dogs, with a focus on thorough searches of the Superdome. Despite previous security concerns following a terror attack, the city is taking extra precautions to ensure...

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch defends her leadership style, emphasizing the need for tough feedback and praise for staff performance. She stresses the importance of high performance and accountability within the party, stating that leadership involves both criticism and recognition of achievements. Badenoch acknowledges the need to rebuild trust with the public and prepare for political challenges, showing a willingness to adapt her approach to better manage and support her team. Full Article