Israel launched its most intense assault so far on Hamas in Gaza, striking with jets, tanks and artillery, and also cut off communications in response to the Hamas terror attacks three weeks ago. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports as the Palestinian Red Crescent says it has lost contact with its staff running ambulances and emergency services. » Subscribe to NBC …

“The military is operating powerfully on all dimensions in order achieve the goals of the war,” said Israeli Army Spokesman Daniel Hagari. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, …

Authorities continue to search for a suspect in this week’s Maine shooting. USA TODAY Congress, Campaigns and Democracy Reporter Sudiksha Kochi explains the major challenges that new House Speaker Mike Johnson faces. The United Auto Workers have reached a tentative labor agreement with Ford. The Israel-Hamas war has stirred free speech battles at college campuses across the country. USA TODAY …