As Sanctions Bite, Russia’s War Chest Nears Empty by Christmas
For months, Russia’s official inflation rate has hovered around 10%. In June, the Central Bank of Russia boasted that the rate had fallen to 9.4%, but it then dampened the celebration by reporting that expectations for inflation one year from now are 13% (which may well be the actual inflationContinue Reading
Norwegian intelligence considers Russia the biggest threat to country
The head of Norwegian intelligence has identified the Russian Federation as the primary security threat facing Norway, according to VG. Nils Andreas Stensones made the declaration during an event titled “Hybrid attacks against Norway: are we at war?” While opening his remarks, Stensones clarified that he does not consider theContinue Reading
Heatwave: Anti-Climate Reform Politicians Represent Areas at ‘High Risk’ from Extreme Temperatures
Nigel Farage and his fellow Reform UK MPs, many of whom deny basic climate science, represent constituencies exposed to the worst effects of extreme heat, studies show. The UK has this week entered its fourth heatwave of 2025, with temperatures expected to rise to 33C on Thursday in what scientistsContinue Reading
Dozens injured in Serbia as clashes erupt at antigovernment protests
Images from the scene show government supporters throwing flares at the protesters who hurl back various objects., Images from the scene show government supporters throwing flares at the protesters who hurl back various objects. Clashes have erupted as opponents and supporters of the Serbian government faced off, each side stagingContinue Reading
Israeli Gaza attacks kill 123 in 24 hours as three children die of hunger
The head of UNRWA has condemned Israel’s ‘war on children’., At least 123 Palestinians, including 21 people seeking aid, have been killed and 437 others were injured in Israeli attacks across Gaza in the past 24 hour reporting period, according to the Health Ministry in the besieged territory. In theContinue Reading
Far-right populists top polls in Germany, France and Britain for the first time
Alternative for Germany has joined France’s National Rally and Reform U.K. in becoming the most popular party in its country, according to polls., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
YouTube Star Ms. Rachel on Her Gaza Advocacy: “My Deep Care for Children Doesn’t Stop at Any Border”`
We speak with Rachel Griffin Accurso, the educator known to millions around the world as Ms. Rachel, who has become a leading advocate for children in Gaza. Her YouTube channel for young children became wildly popular during the COVID-19 pandemic and today has more than 16 million subscribers. Since theContinue Reading
Washington residents split over The Traitor’s DC action
Residents of Washington, D.C., expressed a mixture of skepticism, disdain and relief after a federal takeover of the city’s law enforcement and the arrival of National Guard troops ordered by Traitor 47. In an announcement on August 11, the president said he sought to rid the city of “violentContinue Reading
Can Colorado Recycle Toxic Water from Oil and Gas Drilling Without Increasing Emissions?
Environmentalists fear the answer is “no,” as regulators determine how to permit more produced water recycling facilities in disadvantaged communities. Story by Jake Bolster, photos by Lee Pruitt RIFLE, Colo.—The vegetation along the Colorado River as it runs next to Interstate 70 is lush in early June, soaking up theContinue Reading
Lebanon rejects foreign interference, president tells Iran official
The security chief’s visit comes after Iran expressed opposition to a government plan to disarm Hezbollah., The security chief’s visit comes after Iran expressed opposition to a government plan to disarm Hezbollah. Lebanon’s president has told a senior Iranian official that Beirut rejects any interference in its internal affairs andContinue Reading
Human rights groups file ICC case against Israel over journalist murders
Two human rights organisations have filed a joint case against Israel at the ICC over the murder of journalists in Gaza., NewsFeed The Hind Rajab Foundation and the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights have filed a joint case at the International Criminal Court against Israel’s military and political leadership, overContinue Reading
‘Brokeback Mountain’ Celebrates 20th Anniversary With First-Ever Vinyl Soundtrack Release
One of the most iconic queer love stories in cinema history is celebrating a major milestone. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Brokeback Mountain is receiving its first-ever vinyl release of the original motion picture soundtrack, bringing the sweeping score and emotionally rich songs that underscored the groundbreaking film intoContinue Reading
PBS News Hour West live episode, Aug. 12, 2025
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