In a violent prelude to the peace talks planned this week in Istanbul, Ukraine launched a major drone and missile attack into Russia on Sunday, destroying over 40 planes there. The Associated […]
Sneak attack hits Russian planes
Russia seizes border towns
Four border villages in northeastern Ukraine have been seized by Russian forces, the Associated Press is reporting. Russian President Vladimir Putin several days ago spoke of establishing a “buffer zone” between the […]
POWs swapped, war goes on
A reported 303 soldiers were exchanged between Ukraine and Russia in a prisoner-of-war swap on Sunday a few hours after Russia launched a massive drone-and missile strike on Ukrainian targets. The Associated […]
White House hits Harvard again
The Trump administration’s struggle with prominent educational institutions was back in the news on Thursday. The Associated Press reports that the administration has revoked Harvard University’s standing to accept international students. According […]
Allies warn Israel over Gaza
Israel’s rising military efforts in Gaza are sparking reactions from Western allies that could have an economic impact on that nation. The New York Times is reporting that on Tuesday, Great Britain […]
U.S. credit is downgraded
Is the United States government a good credit risk? After the Moody’s Rating dropped Uncle Sam’s credit rating down from the “top-tier” Aaa rating, Wall Street reacted quietly. According to the Associated […]
Will tariffs hike Walmart prices?
Is Walmart, the nation’s biggest retailer, going to pass on some of the increased costs of goods tied to rising tariffs imported goods, or will it “eat” some of them as demanded […]
A ‘Big Budget Bill’ is on its way in House of Representatives
What Republicans have titled “ The One Big Beautiful Bill” for the federal budget is moving toward a vote in the House of Representatives. According to the Associated Press, the bill – […]
Trade truce sparks Wall Street
The stock market rallied dramatically on Monday, rising by over 1,100 points in response to the announcement of a 90-day truce in the trade conflict between the United States and China. The […]
Free jet from Qatar to Trump?
Look, up in the sky! It could be President Donald Trump flying in a luxury jumbo jet given to him by the royal family of the Middle Eastern nation of Qatar. The […]
