Wednesday Briefing: Russian Forces Advance in Ukraine
Also, an interview with a former Palestinian militia leader.
Month: August 2025
R.S.V. Season Is Approaching. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.
Doctors recommend that eligible people get vaccinated in late summer or early fall so antibodies can kick in before cases spread.
White House Announces Comprehensive Review of Smithsonian Exhibitions
The Trump administration said it would give museums 120 days to replace “divisive or ideologically driven language with unifying, historically accurate and constructive descriptions.”
Anti-terror outreach
Listen to article A shot in the arm for Pakistan’s anti-terrorism efforts as Majeed Brigade has been proscribed by the United States. The labelling of the Baloch terrorist outfit by the US State Department as a “Foreign Terrorist Organisation” is an outcome of detailed persuasion on the part of Islamabad, and clears the path for global action … Read more
Mexico Sends More Captured Cartel Operatives to U.S.
The debate follows news that President Trump ordered the Pentagon to begin using military force against certain Latin American drug cartels.
Musk’s xAI to sue Apple over alleged App Store antitrust violations
Listen to article Billionaire Elon Musk said on Monday his artificial intelligence startup xAI would take legal action against Apple accusing the iPhone maker of breaching antitrust regulations in managing App Store rankings. “Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which … Read more
The U.S. May Be Coming Around to Balcony Solar
Small, plug-in solar power systems have become popular in Germany and several other countries. So why haven’t they taken off in the United States?
Trump’s Pick of E.J. Antoni as BLS Leader Criticized by the Right and the Left
[Economists on the left and right criticized E.J. Antoni for misunderstanding the data he would now oversee.
Academia's false promises
From the age of 4 or 5, curiosity animated me. I remember wondering what lay beyond the stars, why people spoke in different accents, and how caterpillars could turn into butterflies (which I alleged was a hoax, and stole a couple from the school yards to verify: an experiment that only led to their tragic … Read more
Lusso Gear 2-Pack Car Gap Filler Organizer – Gray Faux Leather – Universal Fit 0.5″-2″ Gaps – Phone, Keys & Glasses Storage – Seat Gap Filler & Crumb Catcher
From the brand … Customers say Customers find the seat gap filler works well in BMW 335i convertibles and appreciate its storage capacity, noting it provides enough room for small items. The build quality is good, with sturdy dividers, and customers like its appearance, particularly how it matches their car’s … Read more
