Drinking water supplies dwindle in Yemeni city besieged by Houthi rebels

Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement

October 24, 2026Updated: October 24, 2026

By FATMA KHALED

Sports

Plainview plays spoiler in week 9

Liam Gonzalez becomes Norfolk High's first boys cross country state champion

Wayne bounces back from first-set loss for third place finish at Mid-State tournament

Pierce sweeps Guardian Angels for sixth straight conference title

Previewing the 2026 HAC Volleyball Tournament Championship with Lincoln North Star head coach Jeremiah Kroll

Ag & Outdoor

Pillen issues executive orders pausing diesel tax, increasing grain and livestock hauling weight limits

Nebraska's congressional delegation critical of Trump plan to lower beef prices

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim