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Larry Summers Retreats from Public Life Amid Epstein Email Fallout

    Larry Summers, professor at Harvard University, during an interview in New York, on Sept. 17, 2025. Larry Summers, former U.S. Treasury Secretary and ex-president of Harvard University, announced he will step back from public engagements following the release of thousands of emails linking him to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Summers described himself as “deeply ashamed” of his actions, acknowledging the pain caused by his continued communication with Epstein long after the financier’s 2008 conviction. The House Oversight Committee recently published more than 20,000 documents from Epstein’s estate, including extensive correspondence between Summers and Epstein. The emails revealed that their relationship persisted until at least 2019, just before Epstein’s arrest on sex trafficking charges. In some exchanges, Epstein attempted to connect Summers with influential global figures, while Summers sought advice on personal matters. Summers issued a statement ...
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Desperation in Gaza: Hunger Crisis Deepens Amid Looting

The Gaza Strip is witnessing a growing hunger crisis, marked by increased looting of food stores and community kitchens. Aid officials report that desperation has surged two months after Israel imposed a blockade on medical, fuel, and food supplies. At least five incidents of looting were recorded recently, including thefts at community kitchens, merchants' stores, and the UN Palestinian refugee agency's main complex.

The looting reflects the dire situation in Gaza, where hunger and hopelessness are spreading rapidly. Community kitchens, which have been lifelines for hundreds of thousands of Palestinians, are now at risk of closure due to dwindling supplies and looting. Acute malnutrition among children is worsening, with thousands of cases identified, including severe instances.

The blockade, enforced since March 2, has led to skyrocketing food prices and shortages of essential items. Aid organizations warn that the situation is reaching unprecedented levels, with humanitarian efforts hindered by operational and security constraints.

The crisis underscores the urgent need for international intervention to address the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in Gaza.

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