Israel steps up Gaza attacks amid renewed ceasefire push

Gabe Whisnant, a Breaking News Editor at Newsweek, directed daily publications in North and South Carolina before joining Newsweek in 2023. He is known for his award-winning coverage of significant events such as the capture of Charleston church shooter Dylan Roof in 2015. Currently based in North Carolina, Gabe is a graduate of the University of North Carolina-Wilmington and can be contacted via email at g.whisnant@newsweek.com or on Twitter @GabeWhisnant. Full Article

The Toronto Maple Leafs asked Mitch Marner to waive his no-trade clause, sparking debate among fans and analysts about the team's decision. Many are questioning whether it was the right move for the Leafs to consider moving their star player. The decision has raised concerns about the team's future and potential roster changes. Full Article

US officials are heading to Russia to discuss a potential ceasefire in Ukraine after Ukrainian officials agreed to a 30-day ceasefire following a meeting with American officials in Saudi Arabia. President Trump stated that the US believes peace negotiations are the only way to end the fighting, with a phone call between him and Russian President Putin possible. The Kremlin is studying the proposed ceasefire, while Trump mentioned that financial pressure could be used to...

The North American oil and gas market faces a decision as Canada's largest oil producer warns of diversifying exports away from the U.S. if President Trump's tariff threats persist, presenting two potential futures at the CERAWeek conference. Alberta aims to support Trump's "energy dominance" agenda by increasing exports to the U.S., but is also exploring alternative markets in South Korea, Japan, and Europe due to trade uncertainties. The province seeks to secure new partnerships to...

A powerful gang coalition launches new attacks in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, driving families from their homes as police vow to resist the gunmen. Heavy gunfire near the Oloffson Hotel prompts the evacuation of students from a Catholic school, while cries for help emerge for priests trapped in a church. Police seize weapons in Mirebalais and plan to combat gangs controlling 85% of the capital, as the U.N. warns of the risk of gang control and calls...

President Trump criticized actress Rosie O'Donnell for moving to Ireland during his meeting with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, questioning why Ireland allowed her to move there and suggesting she would lower the country's happiness. O'Donnell revealed she left the U.S. before Trump's inauguration and is applying for Irish citizenship, citing a desire for equal rights in America before returning. Despite their longstanding feud, O'Donnell expressed happiness in Ireland and hope for positive change in the...