Pentagon’s top China official has arrived in Taiwan, FT reports

The Pentagon’s top China official, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Michael Chase, has arrived in Taiwan for a visit, the Financial Times reported on Friday citing a source, on a trip that could exacerbate tension between Beijing and Washington. Both Taiwan’s Defence Ministry and Pentagon declined to comment. “We don’t have a comment on specific operations, engagements, or training, but I would highlight that our … Continue reading Pentagon’s top China official has arrived in Taiwan, FT reports

ISIS senior leader killed in daring raid which left four US servicemen wounded

Four US service members and one dog were wounded last night during a raid which killed a senior ISIS senior leader. The helicopter raid in northeastern Syria, carried out by the US and the Syrian Democratic Forces, killed the targeted ISIS senior leader, Hamza al-Homsi. The service members and working dog are receiving treatment in Iraq. The news comes hot on the heels of US … Continue reading ISIS senior leader killed in daring raid which left four US servicemen wounded

Ukrainian troops holding line at Bakhmut appeal for help as global security meeting starts

 Ukrainian soldiers fighting to hold off a Russian push on the small eastern city of Bakhmut pleaded for more weapons from the outside world as senior Western leaders met in Munich on Friday to assess the year-long war shaking Europe. “Give us more military equipment, more weapons, and we will deal with the Russian occupier, we will destroy them,” said Dmytro, a serviceman standing in … Continue reading Ukrainian troops holding line at Bakhmut appeal for help as global security meeting starts

Oldest complete Hebrew Bible expected to break auction records

The earliest and most complete Hebrew Bible ever discovered – a “vital touchstone of human history” that dates back more than 1,100 years – is to be sold at auction. The ninth-century volume, referred to as the Codex Sassoon, is a critical link between the Dead Sea scrolls and the Bible of today. It is being offered by Sotheby’s with an estimate of $30m-$50m (£25m-£42m), … Continue reading Oldest complete Hebrew Bible expected to break auction records

Mark Meadows, Trump’s Last Chief of Staff, Subpoenaed by Grand Jury

The article reports that former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has been subpoenaed by a grand jury investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. The subpoena reportedly seeks records and testimony from Meadows related to his communications with former President Donald Trump and other administration officials in the lead-up to the attack. The article notes that Meadows is the latest in … Continue reading Mark Meadows, Trump’s Last Chief of Staff, Subpoenaed by Grand Jury

Pence says he will fight subpoena as far as Supreme Court

The article reports that the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case related to former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The case, brought by a group of Republican lawmakers, sought to challenge the certification of the election results in several swing states. The article notes that the Supreme Court’s decision not to hear the case … Continue reading Pence says he will fight subpoena as far as Supreme Court

As re-election bid looms, Biden, 80, undergoes physical exam

The article reports that U.S. President Joe Biden, who is 80 years old, has undergone a closely-watched physical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The article notes that the results of the examination are expected to be released to the public in the coming days, and that they could shed light on the president’s overall health and fitness for office. The article also … Continue reading As re-election bid looms, Biden, 80, undergoes physical exam

Trump grand jury recommends perjury indictments in probe of 2020 Georgia election meddling

The article reports that a grand jury in Georgia has recommended perjury indictments related to the 2020 presidential election, but found no evidence of fraud in the state. The grand jury was reportedly convened as part of an investigation into former President Trump’s attempts to overturn the election results in Georgia. The indictments are said to relate to statements made by individuals who were involved … Continue reading Trump grand jury recommends perjury indictments in probe of 2020 Georgia election meddling

NTSB videos of Ohio train derailment show wheel bearing in ‘final stage of overheat failure’

Investigators probing the toxic train disaster in East Palestine, Ohio, are reviewing multiple videos of the train prior to it derailing. One video shows “what appears to be a wheel bearing in the final stage of overheat failure moments before the derailment,” the National Transportation Safety Board said in a statement Tuesday. “The suspected overheated wheel bearing has been collected and will be examined by … Continue reading NTSB videos of Ohio train derailment show wheel bearing in ‘final stage of overheat failure’

Secret China Donations to University of Delaware Soared After the Opening of the Biden Institute

The article claims that there was a significant increase in donations to the University of Delaware from China after the establishment of the Biden Institute, which is named after President Joe Biden. The donations were allegedly made without proper disclosure or transparency and may have been an attempt by the Chinese government to gain influence and access to the Biden administration. The article raises concerns … Continue reading Secret China Donations to University of Delaware Soared After the Opening of the Biden Institute

Revealed: the hacking and disinformation team meddling in elections

The article reports on a disinformation team called “Jorge” which is believed to have been involved in meddling in political elections in several countries, including Tal Hanan. The team, which is said to operate out of an undisclosed location in Latin America, is alleged to have spread false information and propaganda to influence voters and create social and political unrest. The article highlights the growing … Continue reading Revealed: the hacking and disinformation team meddling in elections

North Koreans who share same name as Kim Jong Un’s daughter are ordered to change it

North Korea’s government has reportedly ordered its residents who share the same name as the country’s leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter to change it. The decision is thought to be an attempt to further cultivate a personality cult around the leader and his family. It is unclear how many individuals have been affected by this order, but it is not the first time that the … Continue reading North Koreans who share same name as Kim Jong Un’s daughter are ordered to change it

MSU shooter Anthony McRae’s past shows warning signs

The article reports that Anthony McRae, the individual who was arrested and charged for shooting at a vehicle on Michigan State University’s campus in January, had a prior conviction for possessing a firearm while being a convicted felon. McRae was prohibited from owning a firearm due to his previous conviction, but he had managed to obtain a weapon illegally. The article also details the events … Continue reading MSU shooter Anthony McRae’s past shows warning signs

Indian officials search BBC offices after Modi documentary

India’s government has announced that it will create a new body to regulate digital content, including streaming services and social media, in an effort to better control the flow of information and prevent the spread of fake news and other harmful content. The new entity, called the Digital Media Ethics and Grievance Redressal Body, will have the power to require social media platforms and streaming … Continue reading Indian officials search BBC offices after Modi documentary

Nikki Haley announces run for president, challenging Trump

Nikki Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a prominent Republican figure, announced that she will be running for president in the 2024 election. Haley, who is the first female and first non-white governor of South Carolina, is expected to appeal to a wide range of Republicans, including both traditional conservatives and supporters of former President Donald Trump. She has been a … Continue reading Nikki Haley announces run for president, challenging Trump

Speculations abound on balloons and UFOs while authorities remain silent

The downing of four aerial devices by U.S. warplanes has touched off rampant misinformation about the objects, their origin and their purpose, showing how complicated world events and a lack of information can quickly create the perfect conditions for unchecked conjecture and misinformation. The presence of mysterious objects high in the sky doesn’t help. “There will be an investigation and we will learn more, but … Continue reading Speculations abound on balloons and UFOs while authorities remain silent

Train derailment prompts water utility to take precautions

An ABC News article reports on a train derailment that has prompted water utility precautions in the United States. The incident occurred when a train carrying a hazardous chemical derailed, posing a potential threat to the local water supply. In response to the incident, water utilities in the area have taken precautionary measures to protect the safety of the water supply, including shutting down water … Continue reading Train derailment prompts water utility to take precautions

China ship hits Filipino coast guard with laser

The Philippines Coast Guard has accused China of using a military-grade laser to blind its crew. The incident reportedly took place in the disputed waters of the South China Sea and has raised concerns over the increasing militarization of the region. The Philippine government has stated that it will investigate the matter and take appropriate action to ensure the safety and security of its maritime … Continue reading China ship hits Filipino coast guard with laser

NORAD Commander Doesn’t Rule Out Aliens

Speaking on a conference call Sunday, Air Force General Glen VanHerck was asked whether the United States has ruled out the possibility that the “objects” that have been spotted and shot down over North America are extraterrestrial in origin. The incursions seemed to become so common that Biden administration officials have found themselves issuing private assurances that there is no evidence that they involve extraterrestrial … Continue reading NORAD Commander Doesn’t Rule Out Aliens

Beijing accuses US of sending balloons into airspace

China has accused the United States of “illegally” flying high-altitude balloons into its airspace more than 10 times since January 2022, claims that drew an immediate rebuttal from the White House, as bilateral tensions flare in the fallout from a Chinese balloon that was shot down by American fighter jets after traveling across the continental US. The accusation, made by the Chinese Foreign Ministry without … Continue reading Beijing accuses US of sending balloons into airspace

Baffled pilots who shot down object say it ‘interfered with sensors’

The pilots of US Air Force F-35 fighters sent to intercept the mystery object over Alaska on Friday say that whatever it was had been “interfering with the sensors of their aircraft” before they shot it down. Three unidentified objects have been spotted over North America in the past 10 days. The first, a giant airship “the size of three buses” is understood to have … Continue reading Baffled pilots who shot down object say it ‘interfered with sensors’

US jets down 4 objects in 8 days, unprecedented in peacetime

A U.S. fighter jet shot down an “unidentified object” over Lake Huron on Sunday on orders from President Joe Biden. It was the fourth such downing in eight days and the latest military strike in an extraordinary chain of events over U.S. airspace that Pentagon officials believe has no peacetime precedent. Part of the reason for the repeated shootdowns is a “heightened alert” following a … Continue reading US jets down 4 objects in 8 days, unprecedented in peacetime

Super Bowl 2023: Patrick Mahomes comes up clutch, Chiefs come back to beat the Eagles

Patrick Mahomes barely made it off the field after he was tackled in the second quarter. It was a reminder Mahomes was playing Super Bowl LVII 57 with a high ankle sprain on Sunday. He was tackled on a third down and stayed down for a while. He limped off, slowly. Trainers looked at him on the sideline while he writhed in pain. Shortly after … Continue reading Super Bowl 2023: Patrick Mahomes comes up clutch, Chiefs come back to beat the Eagles

Pentagon looks to restart top-secret programs in Ukraine

The Pentagon is urging Congress to resume funding a pair of top-secret programs in Ukraine suspended ahead of Russia’s invasion last year, according to current and former U.S. officials. If approved, the move would allow American Special Operations troops to employ Ukrainian operatives to observe Russian military movements and counter disinformation. A determination is unlikely before the fall. Defense officials are preparing a proposal for … Continue reading Pentagon looks to restart top-secret programs in Ukraine

Turkish Anger Turns to Erdogan Over Quake Delays, Weak Buildings

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing mounting criticism from earthquake survivors and opposition parties over the country’s poor construction record and what they say has been an inadequate response to one of its worst natural disasters. With the national death toll from Monday’s two massive tremors passing 18,500, critics say the government’s delay in sending cranes and other heavy machinery to lift slabs of … Continue reading Turkish Anger Turns to Erdogan Over Quake Delays, Weak Buildings