Arab League Urges Members to Confront IS

Call to Arms

Updated Apr. 14, 2017 3:03PM EDT / Published Sep. 08, 2014 3:32AM EDT

The head of the Arab League told the bloc’s members that they must confront Islamic State militants both “militarily and politically.” Nabil Elaraby said Arab countries must take a “clear and firm decision for a comprehensive confrontation” with “cancerous and terrorist” groups. The Arab League move could spark broader support for President Obama as he attempts to assemble an international coalition to take on Islamic State, also known as ISIS, as the extremist group tries to create a caliphate in the Middle East. Support from Arab League countries, which include Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan, would be a welcome addition to the assistance Obama has already been assured by NATO.

Read it at Associated Press

Melania Privately Trashes Trump Trial as a ‘Disgrace’: NYT

She’d reportedly told those close to her it’s “his problem” but that doesn’t mean she thinks it’s fair.

Juror Dishes After Getting Dismissed From Trump Jury Pool

The seemingly “larger-than-life” ex-president is no different than anyone else, Kara McGee told CNN.

Bollywood Star’s Home Shot Up Over 1998 Killing of Antelopes

Two suspects in the attack reportedly belong to a gang from a religious sect for which the animals hold a special significance.

Space Junk Crashed Into Florida Home, NASA Says

“The hardware was expected to fully burn up during entry through Earth’s atmosphere on March 8, 2024.”

DOJ Gears Up to Bring Ticketmaster Antitrust Lawsuit: Report

The case could be filed as early as May.

GOP Event Cut Off Rob Schenider’s Bad Stand-Up: Report

The Adam Sandler-adjacent comedian was booted offstage ten minutes into a set that was reportedly so “gross and vulgar” that it prompted a junior senator to walk out.

Caitlin Clark Finally Learns Which WNBA Team She’ll Join

“I got a little anxious there before the pick,” Clark said after the announcement.

NY Philharmonic Benches Musicians Amid Sex Assault Scandal

Matthew Muckey and Liang Wang were fired by the orchestra in 2018 after a female musician accused them of sexual misconduct. They were reinstated two years later.

Arab League Urges Members to Confront IS