First Humanitarian Aid Reaches a Hard-Pressed Gaza

Twenty trucks carried humanitarian supplies into the Gaza Strip from Egypt on Saturday, but aid agencies said far more would be needed for Gaza’s two million residents.

But the 20-truck shipment of food, water and medical supplies is only a fraction of what is needed to head off a catastrophe, officials say.

Biden and Aides Advise Israel to Avoid Widening War With Hezbollah Strike

President Biden met with Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel and his war cabinet on Wednesday. The two governments have tried to present a strong united front in public in the wake of the attacks by Hamas.

U.S. officials learned that the Israeli defense minister and other military officials supported a pre-emptive strike on Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been cautious.

For the Most Vulnerable Hostages, a Plea for Mercy

Hamas released two American hostages on Friday, but concern is rising about the hundreds still held in Gaza, especially the injured and ill.

How Rich Donors and Loose Rules Are Transforming College Sports

A shift that allows booster groups to employ student-athletes has upended the economics of college football and other sports while giving many donors a tax break.