A temporary funding bill that will prevent a government shutdown passed both houses of Congress on Saturday and has been sent to President Joe Biden. The New York Times reports that the […]
Shutdown was just avoided
Shutdown, stopgap, Ukraine
If the federal government escapes a shutdown prompted by a political deadlock in Congress by passing a temporary “stopgap” spending bill, would it include any money for military assistance to Ukraine? The […]
Ukraine, Russia trade attacks
The battle of missiles between Russia and Ukraine is continuing as the two nations exchange volleys. According to the Associated Press, Ukraine launched more missiles at Sevastapol in Russian-occupied Crimea, following Friday’s […]
Auto worker strike spreads
The strike by the United Auto Workers Union spread on Friday to 38 parts-distribution centers operated by General Motors and Stellantis (owner of Jeep and Ram). According to the Associated Press, Ford […]
Followed his dreams to the U.S.
By Jill Lloyd/Special to The Tribune When Oleksandr Silaiev fled Kyiv, Ukraine, his homeland, on February 14, 2022, it had nothing to do with the traditions of Valentine’s Day, but it was […]
Village ‘falls” to Ukraine army
Ukrainian forces have reportedly recaptured a village in the southern front of the war against Russian invaders. It would be the second ”significant gain” in the counter-offensive in the area of Bakhmut, […]
N. Korean arms to Russia?
Could communist North Korea start supplying arms to Russia to fight Ukraine? The possibility has been raised as Kim Jong Un, leader of the hermit nation, arrived Monday for a meeting with […]
Drones attack Russian targets
Ukraine won’t admit to it, but somebody – probably Ukraine – is showering drones and missiles on sites in Russia. The New York Times is reporting that Thursday’s attacks targeted the city […]
Putin says no to grain exports
Global food supplies were the loser Monday when Russian president Vladimir Putin said that a lapsed deal to allow Ukraine to safely send grain across the Black Sea won’t be revived until […]
New Ukraine defense minister
Ukrainian defense minister Oleskii Reznikov will be replaced by President Volodymyr. The New York Times is reporting the change, which is expected to be approved by that nation’s parliament. His replacement is […]
