Poland’s new president could become a major European ally for Trump
Karol Nawrocki, who takes over as Poland’s president on August 6, owes his rapid ascent to a significant shift in voters’ political opinions and ideological preferences, some of which have echoes in the political scene in the United States. Those trends, … Read More
Mosquito-borne virus sickens thousands in China as infected are quarantined — sparking pandemic fears
Thousands of people have been infected with a painful mosquito-borne virus in China, prompting a response not seen since COVID — including mass quarantines even though the virus is not spread by humans. The chikungunya virus has rapidly spread to … Read More
Russia ends freeze on developing short-, medium-ranged nuclear weapons
Aug. 6 (UPI) — Russia has announced it is ending its self-imposed moratorium on the development of short- and medium-range nuclear missiles, deepening a nuclear weapons stalemate between Moscow and Washington. Russia’s Foreign Ministry made the announcement Monday in a … Read More
House committee issues subpoenas for Epstein files and depositions with the Clintons
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Oversight Committee subpoenaed the Justice Department on Tuesday for files in the Jeffrey Epstein sex trafficking investigation and is seeking depositions with the Clintons and former law enforcement officials, part of a congressional probe that … Read More
Netanyahu decides on full occupation of Gaza Strip, IDF activity in areas with hostages, PMO says
An Israeli official told the ‘Post’ that Netanyahu will convene a meeting on Gaza and a hostage deal, noting that “the prime minister is considering all available options regarding next steps. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reached a decision for … Read More
Australia picks Japan to build $10b frigates after fierce contest
Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has won a fierce contest to build the Australian navy’s new fleet of warships, beating a bid from German rival ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems. Defence Minister Richard Marles announced on Tuesday that cabinet had selected Japan’s … Read More
AI Search Pushing An Already Weakened Media Ecosystem To The Brink
Generative artificial intelligence assistants like ChatGPT are cutting into traditional online search traffic, depriving news sites of visitors and impacting the advertising revenue they desperately need, in a crushing blow to an industry already fighting for survival. “The next three … Read More
Trucks looted, Hamas enraged: The new reality of humanitarian aid in Gaza
Gazan reports have indicated that the purpose of bringing in the humanitarian aid is to ‘flood’ the markets, leading to lower prices and ensuring the residents do not attack aid trucks. Humanitarian aid trucks sent from Egypt and Jordan entered … Read More
In first, Ben Gvir openly leads prayers on Temple Mount, in violation of status quo
Far-right leader is first minister to pray overtly at flashpoint site as record 3,527 Jewish visitors said to ascend on fast day; Jordan, PA, Saudis condemn Ben Gvir; PM: Status quo intact In an unprecedented move, far-right National Security Minister … Read More
Krasheninnikov Volcano Erupts for the First Time in 600 Years — and It May Be Linked to a Massive Earthquake
The volcano erupted on Aug. 3, spewing an ash plume that reached about 4 miles in height The Krasheninnikov Volcano just erupted for the first time in centuries. The volcano, located in the Kamchatka Peninsula in far eastern Russia, erupted … Read More
Trump envoy Witkoff to head to Russia for ‘last chance’ Ukraine ceasefire talks
The ceasefire deadline Trump set for Russia is set to expire on Friday. LONDON — President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to travel to Russia later this week, the president told reporters on Sunday, in a bid … Read More
Migrant crossings in once-overrun Darien Gap drop to almost zero with Trump immigration crackdown in full swing
Panama’s Darien Gap, once a hotbed for US-bound migrants, is now completely deserted as President Trump’s illegal immigration crackdown has been in full swing. Migrant crossings in the dangerous jungle path connecting Colombia to Panama have plummeted to almost zero, … Read More
Russia’s flag carrier Aeroflot cancels flights after pro-Ukrainian group hacks systems
Russian flag carrier Aeroflot cancelled dozens of flights on Monday after a pro-Ukrainian hacker group claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the airline’s systems. Aeroflot said it was experiencing service disruptions to all of its electronic systems and had to … Read More
Exclusive: Trump’s call broke deadlock in Thailand-Cambodia border crisis
BANGKOK, July 31 (Reuters) – First came a push from the Malaysian premier, then China reached out, but it was only after U.S. President Donald Trump called Thailand’s leader last week that Bangkok agreed to talks with Cambodia to end … Read More
Ukrainian parliament approves law to restore independence of anti-graft watchdogs
Fighting entrenched corruption is crucial for Ukraine’s aspirations to join the EU and maintain access to billions of euros of vital Western aid as Russia’s all-out war grinds on. Ukraine’s parliament overwhelmingly approved a bill on Thursday presented by President … Read More









