Day: November 15, 2025
Scramble to find replacement for George Tidmarsh shines light on dysfunction at US regulatory agency
After the dramatic ousting of the top drug regulator at the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) two weeks ago, officials have scrambled to find a replacement in a process that has revealed the agency’s internal cracks and tensions.
It’s troubling news for a regulatory agency that has previously enjoyed a reputation for stability and consistency.
Natalie Boucly says supplies are ready but only about half of what is needed is getting into territory
Israel is breaching international law by continuing to impose restrictions on aid flows into Gaza, where the population remains critically short of food and life-saving goods as winter sets in, a senior official at the UN agency for Palestinian refugees has said.
In an interview during a recent visit to Brussels, Natalie Boucly, an Unrwa deputy commissioner general, said the whole world – including the EU and US – needed to increase the pressure on Israel’s government to ensure the unrestricted flow of aid into Gaza.
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U.S. Politics and Legal Matters
Epstein Files Controversy Newly released documents from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s estate show text messages that appear to show him influencing a House Democrat’s questions during a 2019 congressional hearing for Michael Cohen. In response, President Trump has ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats and other high-profile figures over alleged ties to Epstein, a move critics call a deflection from his own past association with Epstein.
Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene President Trump has publicly withdrawn his support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking a significant political break. Greene, a former ally, accused the President of lying about her stance on the release of more Epstein files.
Tariffs and Economy Facing concerns about rising consumer prices, the Trump administration has rolled back import tariffs on several food items, including coffee, bananas, and beef.
Purdue Pharma Settlement A federal bankruptcy court judge is expected to approve a multi-billion dollar opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, providing funds for thousands of victims of the opioid epidemic.
World News
Middle East Tensions Iran seized a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route, raising regional tensions. In the West Bank, dozens of Israeli settlers reportedly launched an arson attack on a mosque amid a surge in violence against Palestinians.
Ukraine and Russia Kyiv faced heavy drone and missile attacks from Russia, which has intensified its strikes on Ukraine’s rail network.
India Nine people were killed and 32 injured in an explosion at a police station in Indian-administered Kashmir, an incident linked to a terror module investigation.
Other News
Entertainment and Sports A deal was reached between Disney and YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout and restoring access to channels like ESPN and ABC for YouTube TV subscribers.
Obituaries John Beam, the beloved former football coach featured in the Netflix series “Last Chance U,” died after a shooting at a college campus in Oakland, California.
For the latest updates, you can check reputable news sources like The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, or BBC News.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 15, 2025
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news today
Today’s top news headlines include:
U.S. Politics and Legal Matters
Epstein Files Controversy Newly released documents from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s estate show text messages that appear to show him influencing a House Democrat’s questions during a 2019 congressional hearing for Michael Cohen. In response, President Trump has ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats and other high-profile figures over alleged ties to Epstein, a move critics call a deflection from his own past association with Epstein.
Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene President Trump has publicly withdrawn his support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking a significant political break. Greene, a former ally, accused the President of lying about her stance on the release of more Epstein files.
Tariffs and Economy Facing concerns about rising consumer prices, the Trump administration has rolled back import tariffs on several food items, including coffee, bananas, and beef.
Purdue Pharma Settlement A federal bankruptcy court judge is expected to approve a multi-billion dollar opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, providing funds for thousands of victims of the opioid epidemic.
World News
Middle East Tensions Iran seized a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route, raising regional tensions. In the West Bank, dozens of Israeli settlers reportedly launched an arson attack on a mosque amid a surge in violence against Palestinians.
Ukraine and Russia Kyiv faced heavy drone and missile attacks from Russia, which has intensified its strikes on Ukraine’s rail network.
India Nine people were killed and 32 injured in an explosion at a police station in Indian-administered Kashmir, an incident linked to a terror module investigation.
Other News
Entertainment and Sports A deal was reached between Disney and YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout and restoring access to channels like ESPN and ABC for YouTube TV subscribers.
Obituaries John Beam, the beloved former football coach featured in the Netflix series “Last Chance U,” died after a shooting at a college campus in Oakland, California.
For the latest updates, you can check reputable news sources like The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, or BBC News.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 15, 2025
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news today
Today’s top news headlines include:
U.S. Politics and Legal Matters
Epstein Files Controversy Newly released documents from convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s estate show text messages that appear to show him influencing a House Democrat’s questions during a 2019 congressional hearing for Michael Cohen. In response, President Trump has ordered the Justice Department to investigate Democrats and other high-profile figures over alleged ties to Epstein, a move critics call a deflection from his own past association with Epstein.
Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene President Trump has publicly withdrawn his support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, marking a significant political break. Greene, a former ally, accused the President of lying about her stance on the release of more Epstein files.
Tariffs and Economy Facing concerns about rising consumer prices, the Trump administration has rolled back import tariffs on several food items, including coffee, bananas, and beef.
Purdue Pharma Settlement A federal bankruptcy court judge is expected to approve a multi-billion dollar opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, providing funds for thousands of victims of the opioid epidemic.
World News
Middle East Tensions Iran seized a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route, raising regional tensions. In the West Bank, dozens of Israeli settlers reportedly launched an arson attack on a mosque amid a surge in violence against Palestinians.
Ukraine and Russia Kyiv faced heavy drone and missile attacks from Russia, which has intensified its strikes on Ukraine’s rail network.
India Nine people were killed and 32 injured in an explosion at a police station in Indian-administered Kashmir, an incident linked to a terror module investigation.
Other News
Entertainment and Sports A deal was reached between Disney and YouTube TV, ending a two-week blackout and restoring access to channels like ESPN and ABC for YouTube TV subscribers.
Obituaries John Beam, the beloved former football coach featured in the Netflix series “Last Chance U,” died after a shooting at a college campus in Oakland, California.
For the latest updates, you can check reputable news sources like The Washington Post, CNN, NPR, or BBC News.— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Nov 15, 2025