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New York City bans TikTok for officials
Mayor Eric Adams’ office has said that the Chinese-owned app presents a “security threat” to the city’s networks Read Full Article...
Russian authorities open criminal investigation into leader...
A criminal investigation into Grigory Melkonyants has been opened by Russian authorities. Melkonyants is one of the leaders of an...
Prominent Haitian gang leader vows to fight foreign armed...
Gangs have taken control of most of Haiti’s capital, prompting Kenya and the US to ramp up interventional efforts. The country’s gang...
How the EU is cracking down on democracy in Moldova
Brussels is using sanctions to prop up a corrupt and unpopular government
British Museum sacks employee over jewel theft
The museum has tightened security after a member of staff allegedly stole a collection of ancient gold and precious stones
EU country backs away from NATO spending goal – Reuters
Germany has dropped legislation that would have required it to meet NATO’s 2% spending target
Lesbian speed-dating event canceled for ‘transphobia’
A weekly speed-dating event created by and for lesbians in the UK has been axed after organizers were accused of transphobia Read...
US admits ‘concern’ over Russia-China relationship
The United States views improved relations between Beijing and Moscow with “concern,” a State Department spokesman said
Trump must turn himself in at Georgia jail – sheriff
Former US President Donald Trump and 18 co-defendants on his racketeering case are set to be booked on charges at a county jail in...
Media mogul Murdoch dating retired Russian scientist
Rupert Murdoch is reportedly romancing Elena Zhukova, Roman Abramovich’s ex-mother-in-law, on a yacht built by Aristotle Onassis
US hints at Assange plea deal
The US ambassador to Australia has said that a plea deal could be arranged for WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to return to his homeland
Israeli minister says ‘it’s my job’ to appoint friends
David Amsalem of Israel’s ruling Likud party had denied claims of nepotism after seeking to appoint acquaintances to official positions....
Cats’ home turns down British parliament – media
The UK House of Commons has reportedly been denied a request to get a cat because of a rodent infestation.
My chances are close to 100% – Trump
Donald Trump says he has a “close to 100%” chance of defeating political rival Joe Biden at the polls next year
Poland to ask voters if they want illegal immigrants
Poland’s ruling party has said it will hold a referendum asking voters if they approve of European Union migration reforms
Israel Faces Repercussions for 'Unfriendly' Actions Toward...
Ukraine is considering measures against Israel over its supposedly “pro-Russian position,” the Kyiv Post reports, citing an anonymous...
Ukrainians underprepared by NATO training – report
Ukrainian officers have complained that their Western instructors weren’t teaching them skills relevant to the current conflict
Why China's South China Sea Claims Are Illegal and Dangerous
By asserting its presence in what it considers its territorial waters, Beijing plays into Washington’s hand
Türkiye believes Ukraine peace talks ‘futile’ without Russia...
Türkiye believes any peace talks on Ukraine without Russia are bound to fail, the Hurriyet newspaper reports
Trudeau’s split from wife reveals some shocking truths
If the opposition can’t figure out a way to compete on a level beyond rumors and personal attacks then they’re in big trouble.
