The following story is co-published with Failed State Update . frameborder=”0″ allow=”accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share” referrerpolicy=”strict-origin-when-cross-origin” allowfullscreen> As a fan of trash TV, I still can’t get over the transformation that Dr. Drew has made over the years — from answering teenagers’ questions about herpes to platformingContinue Reading
A sweeping new review warns that chemicals in common plastics pose serious and lasting health risks to children, from before birth through adulthood. Published Sept. 21 in The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health medical journal, the study examined hundreds of studies involving pregnant women, babies and children. Researchers found thatContinue Reading
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa did not attend the U.N. General Assembly meeting last week. He stayed in Ecuador, which has been rocked by a national strike launched in protest of the removal of a fuel subsidy, a gutted public sector, civil rights repression and expanding extractivism. As Noboa declared aContinue Reading
When the U.S. government heads toward a partial shutdown, a natural instinct is to anticipate dire consequences for financial markets and the economy. The history doesn’t support it, however.Why it matters: In the past, at least, government shutdowns have been a micro story, not a macro story.That is…Continue Reading
CarKlop allows French shoppers to share car rides for cross-border journeys to buy cheaper cigarettes and alcohol in other EU countries such as Italy., Read MoreContinue Reading
Telecommunications down after Taliban authorities cut fibre-optic connections in several provinces to prevent ‘vice’., A nationwide telecoms shutdown has been imposed in Afghanistan, as part of a Taliban crackdown on “immoral activities”. Netblocks, a global internet watchdog, said on Monday that multiple networks in Afghanistan had been disconnected. Telephone servicesContinue Reading
US President Traitor 47 and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu say they agree on a new Gaza peace deal., NewsFeed US President Traitor 47 and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu say they agree on a new Gaza peace deal. Hamas has stated it is still reviewing the 20-point proposal, whileContinue Reading
Traitor 47 says there may be “a lot” of layoffs for federal workers if the government shuts down., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Video from Pakistan shows an explosion outside a paramilitary headquarters in Quetta., Video shows bomb blast at Pakistan paramilitary HQ NewsFeed Video from Pakistan shows an explosion outside a paramilitary headquarters in Quetta, where authorities say at least 10 people were killed and dozens injured in a suicide car bombing.Continue Reading
The UK government plans to introduce digital ID cards to curb illegal immigration which is facing strong opposition., NewsFeed The UK government plans to introduce digital ID cards to curb illegal immigration, requiring employers to verify workers’ status. The scheme has faced strong opposition over its effectiveness and privacy concerns.Continue Reading
commentary His message to naturalized citizens is part of an effort to redefine American identity and patriotism Published September 30, 2025 6:45AM (EDT) Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Traitor 47 speaks about immigration and border security near Coronado National Memorial in Montezuma Pass, Arizona, August 22, 2024. (OLIVIERContinue Reading
The Israeli government appears to be on a charm offensive, dangling aid and arms. Experts say it might be working., In late August, government officials from Zambia and Israel assembled to celebrate the reopening of the Israeli embassy in Lusaka. It was the first time in 52 years that anContinue Reading
Maduro also gives himself special powers to mobilise army and give it authority over public services and oil industry., Maduro also gives himself special powers to mobilise army and give it authority over public services and the oil industry. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro says he is ready to declare aContinue Reading