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Ukrainian diver wanted for 2022 Nord Stream explosions
The mystery surrounding the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions has taken a new turn. Nearly two years after the event, German authorities issued an arrest warrant Wednesday, Aug. 14, for a Ukrainian diving instructor identified as Volodymyr Z. He is suspected of leading a sophisticated underwater attack on the pipelines in September 2022. These pipelines… -
SpaceX under fire for environmental breaches at Texas launch site
SpaceX is currently facing scrutiny for environmental violations at its Starbase facility in south Texas. According to a CNBC report, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have issued notices to SpaceX for unauthorized releases of industrial wastewater during rocket launches. Documents obtained by CNBC indicate that an August… -
Manila files diplomatic protest after Chinese jets fire flares near patrol plane
The Philippine Navy condemned recent actions by Chinese fighter jets over the disputed Scarborough Shoal as “coercive, aggressive and deceptive.” During an incident on Aug. 8, Chinese aircraft reportedly dropped flares dangerously close to a Philippine Air Force patrol plane, escalating tensions over the strategic South China Sea territory, which both nations claim. Philippine Rear… -
George Santos trial begins; attorneys say they are worried about juror bias
Amid mounting public scrutiny, former New York Rep. George Santos, R, is scheduled to appear in a Long Island courtroom Tuesday, Aug. 13, to face charges including wire fraud, money laundering and making false statements to Congress regarding his finances. His legal team has expressed concerns about potential juror bias stemming from widespread negative media… -
Wildfires rage on the outskirts of Athens, prompting massive evacuations
Wildfires on the outskirts of Athens, Greece, prompted urgent evacuations as the fires killed at least one person and forced thousands from their homes. So far, the fire burned about 100,000 acres. Authorities continue to evacuate affected areas as the fires spread. Officials reported that fires started in 40 different locations on Monday, Aug. 12,… -
NATO responds to Russian military activity with air and sea operations
NATO forces were on high alert over the weekend of Aug. 10, engaging in sophisticated monitoring of Russian military maneuvers close to Western territories. On Saturday, Aug. 10, a Russian spy plane equipped for electronic intelligence but unresponsive to radio contact breached international norms by entering the Baltic Sea airspace without a flight plan. In… -
US-South Korea drills ramp up amid North Korean nuclear threats
Tensions are mounting on the Korean Peninsula as South Korea and the United States prepare for key annual joint military drills amid increasing nuclear threats from North Korea. The exercises, scheduled for Aug. 19-29, are designed to improve defenses against missile strikes, GPS jamming and cyber threats. North Korea often perceives these drills as preparations… -
Poll reveals disconnect between American public and US foreign policy
Growing skepticism is shaping American views on international aid, especially regarding Ukraine. According to a poll released Thursday, Aug. 8, by Defense Priorities and YouGov, most Americans are hesitant to provide unconditional aid to Ukraine amid doubts about its ability to succeed against Russia. This unease reflects broader concerns that U.S. foreign policy may not… -
Chinese ‘Thousand Sails’ satellite launch ends in rocket malfunction, space debris
China recently launched the first 18 satellites for its “Thousand Sails” internet megaconstellation with a Long March 6A rocket. These satellites are part of China’s broader plan to deploy up to 14,000 satellites to provide global broadband coverage, similar to initiatives like SpaceX’s Starlink. However, the mission encountered a major setback when the rocket’s upper… -
Guantanamo Bay 9/11 hearings in disarray after plea deal revoked
The military hearings at Guantanamo Bay for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the alleged mastermind of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, and two co-defendants are in disarray. The upheaval stems from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s sudden decision to cancel a plea agreement that had been in place. The revocation of the plea deal, which would have allowed… -
WHO begins polio vaccination efforts in Gaza for 600,000 children
The World Health Organization is intensifying its efforts to combat a polio outbreak in Gaza by planning to distribute 1.2 million vaccines after detecting the virus in the area’s wastewater. The vaccination campaign targets 600,000 children under the age of eight, with the first round set to begin Aug. 17. Despite these efforts, significant challenges… -
Bucha’s ‘Witches’: Ukraine’s all-female drone defense unit
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sparked the largest conflict in Europe since World War II. The town of Bucha, just outside Kyiv, bore witness to the brutality of Russia’s initial occupation as the bodies of more than 450 men, women and children were found. The occupation highlighted Russia’s severe tactics in the region. In response, Bucha… -
US, allies show force in South China Sea amid China’s territorial claims
The United States, Australia, Canada, and the Philippines began a two-day joint air and naval exercise Wednesday, Aug. 7, in the South China Sea to reinforce international law amid China’s territorial expansions. The exercises, which are occurring within Manila’s 200-nautical mile exclusive economic zone, aim to ensure free navigation and enhance coordination among the allied…
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