Kroger CEO defends potential merger with Albertsons


In testimony Wednesday in federal court in Portland, Oregon, Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen said the proposed $24 billion merger with Albertsons would lead to lower grocery store prices. The Federal Trade Commission has sued to block the deal, alleging it would actually raise prices by reducing competition in some areas of the country. Jo Ling […]

Netanyahu resolved to maintain Israeli military presence in Gaza


Despite growing calls from within Israel for a cease-fire and hostage release deal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted Wednesday the Israeli military must remain in Gaza in order to seal the southern Gaza border, known as the Philadelphi Corridor, in order to stop Hamas from smuggling in weapons. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Israel.