One small Ukrainian peninsula still gives Russia strategic edge in Black Sea. Here’s why
The Kinburn Spit, occupied in 2022, holds particular strategic importance for Russia. This foothold allows Russian forces to restrict maritime access to the Black Sea from the port cities of Mykolaiv, according to Ukrainian Navy spokesperson Dmytro Pletenchuk, UNIAN reports. Previously, the Southern Territorial Defense Forces reported that, following aContinue Reading
Staying connected in conflict zones: How journalists and aid workers keep communication going in Eastern Europe
Since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, over 1,600 journalists have been accredited to cover the conflict, according to the Ukrainian government. Staying connected in the field is not a comfort — it is a matter of safety, editorial accuracy, and sometimes survival. For journalists and NGO workersContinue Reading
Patriotism Toward What End? The Enduring Debate in U.S. History Education
Florida’s new ‘FACT U.S. History’ course raises questions about whether U.S. history education should promote democratic critiques or obedience and nationalism.Continue Reading
Keiko Fujimori leads in Peruvian presidential race as vote count concludes
Daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori says the country is closer to ‘order and hope’ after prolonged vote count., Daughter of former President Alberto Fujimori says country is closer to ‘order and hope’ after prolonged vote count. Right-wing candidate Keiko Fujimori is ahead in Peru’s presidential race as the country’sContinue Reading
Migrants in South Africa fear violence ahead of June 30 deadline
An anti-immigrant June 30 deadline not recognised by authorities is fuelling fear among migrants., Johannesburg, South Africa – On the outskirts of southern Johannesburg, residents gathered on Sunday in the informal settlement of Tembelihle ahead of a June 30 deadline that anti-immigrant activists have set for foreign nationals to leaveContinue Reading
The Traitor Throws Absolute Fit At Maggie Haberman, Then Misspells His Own Insults
The president tore into the New York Times reporter over a new book she co-authored., Read MoreContinue Reading
SCOTUS Expected To Release Key Rulings, U.S. And Iran Agree To Halt Attacks: Live Updates
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Delaney Hall is reshaping how ICE runs its detention centers
Detainees ended a hunger and labor strike shortly after ICE updated its detention standards Published June 29, 2026 6:30AM (EDT) Activists continue to protest outside of the Delaney Hall Detention Facility, and clash with ICE agents, June 21, 2026 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Andrew Lichtenstein/Corbis via Getty Images)Continue Reading
This newly discovered ballista spider catapults ants into a deadly trap
Scientists have discovered a “ballista spider” that builds a spring-powered silk trap designed specifically to catch aggressive green tree ants. The ant unknowingly triggers the mechanism itself, launching into the spider’s web in one of nature’s most extraordinary hunting strategies., Read MoreContinue Reading
People are betting on wildfires. Should they?
Fire survivors say “it’s morally reprehensible,” and experts worry the wagering could lead to arson. The post People are betting on wildfires. Should they? appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
Europe’s record heat is overwhelming Paris mortuaries
A record-breaking heat wave has overwhelmed mortuaries in Paris, leaving funeral directors struggling to find space for bodiesContinue Reading
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Northwest Earth and Space Science Pathways Project Celebrates Student Innovation Through ROADS from Earth to Venus National Challenge
Explore This Section Science Science Activation Northwest Earth and Space… Overview Resources Opportunities Citizen Science Highlights About Science Activation 4 min read Northwest Earth and Space Science Pathways Project Celebrates Student Innovation Through ROADS from Earth to Venus National Challenge The Northwest Earth and Space Science Pathways (NESSP) projectContinue Reading