WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rosanna Maietta, president and chief executive officer of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), testified before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade to emphasize the role hotels play in the U.S. economy. Maietta urged action on policy issues that will shape the future of American travel and tourism—particularlyContinue Reading

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Here are the key events from day 1,366 of Russia’s war on Ukraine., Here are the key events from day 1,366 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Rescuers stand during a minute of silence for the victims of a Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Ternopil, Ukraine, on NovemberContinue Reading

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The Canadian Atheist Podcast is, “A podcast about news, current events & commentary about ALL things atheism from a Canadian perspective.” From their website: Episode 204 “This week, Micheal & Dean are joined by Melanie Trecek-King. Melanie is a science communicator, teaches critical thinking & information literacy. We have anContinue Reading

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Across Africa, militaries have long been more than mere instruments of state security. Among the most cohesive and disciplined institutions on the continent, they have often shaped the course of nations, particularly when civilian leaders prove feckless, corrupt or unable to meet public expectations. Since 2020, coups in Mali, BurkinaContinue Reading

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Exclusives Editorial: It’s time for Zelenskyy to choose Ukraine over reelection. Every catastrophic decision traces to protecting his political future Military Ukraine hits two major Russian refineries in back-to-back nights: Ilsk and Ryazan (MAP) Ukraine arms infantry with ammo that splits mid-flight to hit drones. Ukrainian Defense Ministry codifies roundsContinue Reading