Exclusives Russia lost ground for a second straight month in June. CSIS says it has lost the initiative too. The war in Ukraine is grinding into a new frozen state as Russian advances slow or reverse in recent months. The energy superpower now rations fuel by QR code lottery. GovernorsContinue Reading
A Ukrainian defense technology company has unveiled an integrated counter-drone architecture featuring an automated “mini air defense” system designed to intercept FPV drones and an AI-enabled interceptor capable of autonomously targeting Russian reconnaissance UAVs, RBK-Ukraine reports. Ukraine has rapidly expanded development of domestic drone and counter-drone technologies as both sidesContinue Reading
Voters were primarily concerned with increasing levels of crime, especially extortion by violent organized crime gangs, and Fujimori pledged to combat crime with an iron fist., Read MoreContinue Reading
The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity., The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity. Beijing’s new ethnic unity law has taken effect. It strengthens Mandarin’s position as the primary language of education, official business and public spaces across China. TheContinue Reading
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the US’s 250th birthday by reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals., NewsFeed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the US’s 250th anniversary with a speech reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals, saying the milestone offers Americans a chance to “take measure ofContinue Reading
New statements affirm senator’s ongoing health issues and hospitalization after emergency cardiac arrest in June Published July 3, 2026 2:30PM (EDT) Outgoing Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) continues hospitalization care after last month’s cardiac arrest emergency. (WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 4: Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) is seen as the Senate votesContinue Reading
Top Iranian officials and foreign dignitaries pay respects to late leader killed in joint US-Israeli strike in February., The body of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lies in state in a vast hall in Tehran as top Iranian officials and foreign dignitaries pay their respects, marking the beginningContinue Reading
The attacks mark a sharp spike in settler assaults on Palestinians and their homes and livelihoods in recent weeks., The attacks mark a sharp spike in settler assaults on Palestinians and their homes and livelihoods in recent weeks. Israeli settlers have attacked several parts of the occupied West Bank, seizingContinue Reading
Technical talks between the U.S. and Iran have been put on hold as the country prepares to hold a multi-day funeral for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Events officially begin on Saturday, making a statement as it’s the same day America will celebrate 250 years of independence. Plus, aContinue Reading
As the United States marks its 250th birthday, Straight Arrow is taking a fresh look at the institutions, systems and social contracts that shaped modern America — and the pressures now testing them. Nearly a century ago, in the darkest hours of the Great Depression, America made a promise to its citizens.Continue Reading
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this July 3rd, 2026 – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.Continue Reading
Although there is so far no indication who carried out the attack, many were quick to blame loyalists of former President Bashar al-Assad, who was ousted in an insurgent offensive in December 2024.Continue Reading
Historians say the nation’s 250th anniversary has become a politicized spectacle, a celebration of an imperial presidency., Read MoreContinue Reading