Sandra Day O’Connor Dies

The first woman to serve on the United States Supreme Court has died. Sandra Day O’Connor was 93. Her independent thinking and well-researched opinions made her a pivotal vote in controversial cases. O’Connor was appointed by Ronald Reagan in 1981. She retired in 2006. President George W. Bush nominated Samuel Alito to replace her. Following […]

Deadly Fighting Erupts Across Gaza

Combat operations have resumed in the Gaza Strip following Hamas’ decision not to release further hostages, followed by a rocket attack against Israel. The developments follow Thursday’s terror attack by Hamas in Jerusalem. Israeli fighter jets resumed sorties over Gaza as rocket sirens blared across Israel, signaling an end to the weeklong truce. Per National […]