Adam Hamawy, a plastic surgeon and former military medic, has won the Democratic primary in New Jersey, bringing him close to a US House seat. If elected, he would be one of the few lawmakers with direct experience in Gaza, which he visited on a medical mission in 2024. Hamawy aims to influence US policy on Israel's war, citing his firsthand witness to the conflict's toll.

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Sports

Train and bus fares to World Cup venue in New York, New Jersey slashed

New Jersey and New York officials have slashed train and bus fares for fans traveling to the joint World Cup venue. Round-trip train tickets drop to $98 from $150, and bus fares fall to $20 from $80, following fan backlash. The moves aim to ease costs for attendees of the 2026 World Cup at MetLife Stadium.

May 14, 2026