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John Deere steps back from diversity initiatives amid criticism
Farm equipment manufacturer John Deere is the latest company to announce that it will no longer sponsor “social or cultural awareness” events. The move follows a trend among major U.S. companies to scale back on diversity and inclusion initiatives amid conservative criticism. The Illinois-based company also plans to review its training materials and remove any… -
Biden’s $160 million push for eco-friendly construction materials
Construction materials are not just the foundation of buildings; they are also a major source of global pollution and responsible for 15% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). That’s seven times more than what the entire aviation sector emits annually. Particularly problematic are concrete and steel, with concrete… -
Unplugged Performance unveils ‘Tactical Cybertruck’ for police use
Imagine police cars straight out of a sci-fi blockbuster. They are closer to reality than one might think. The Tesla Cybertruck, known for its rugged, stainless steel build and distinctive design, is now looking beyond the consumer market into law enforcement. Unveiled nearly five years ago as a futuristic concept, the Cybertruck is poised to… -
Houthi militants target ships in new Red Sea attacks
Yemen’s Houthi militants launched two separate attacks Monday, July 15, on ships in the Red Sea, escalating tensions in this vital maritime corridor. The initial attack targeted the MT Bentley I, a Panama-flagged and Israeli-owned vessel, off the coast of Yemen. Three Houthi vessels attempted to breach the ship, leading to a 15-minute defense by… -
Secret Service questioned over Trump assassination attempt procedures
New details about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania are prompting questions over potential shortcomings in the Secret Service’s security measures. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, scaled the building moments before he opened fire, injuring Trump, killing one spectator and critically injuring two others. In response, President Joe Biden ordered… -
Panama installs barbed wire at Darién Gap amid migrant surge
Panama installed barbed wire along the Darién Gap to strengthen border security amid a surge of migrants heading to the U.S. The move follows an agreement with the U.S. to manage migration through the jungle corridor. Newly inaugurated President José Raúl Mulino is committed to closing this major pathway for migrants. Despite the new barriers,… -
Rheinmetall CEO targeted in foiled Russian assassination attempt
U.S. and German authorities successfully disrupted a Russian plot to assassinate Armin Papperger, the CEO of Rheinmetall, according to reports from CNN and The New York Times. The major arms manufacturer supplies military equipment to Ukraine. The attempted assassination is part of Russia’s broader strategy to undermine Western support for Ukraine by targeting significant figures… -
Taiwan detects record Chinese warplane activity during NATO summit
Taiwan is maintaining a high state of alert as Chinese military activities escalate around the island, intensifying regional tensions. On Wednesday, July 10, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry reported monitoring 66 Chinese aircraft near its airspace. The sightings follow observations of China’s Shandong aircraft carrier navigating close to the Philippines, marking a sustained effort by Beijing to… -
Apple bows to Russian VPN crackdown: What it means for internet freedom
Apple removed 25 VPN applications from its Russian App Store at the request of Roskomnadzor, Russia’s state communications watchdog. This move tightens internet freedoms in Russia, where the government often blocks access to Western social media and digital platforms. Demand for VPNs in Russia surged after the government restricted access to Western services following President… -
China conducts drills with Belarus on Polish boarder as European tensions rise
China and Belarus started joint military exercises near the Polish and Ukrainian borders, raising concerns across Europe. The drills, called “Eagle Assault,” are occurring near Brest, Belarus, directly on the Polish border and just 30 miles from Ukraine’s northern frontier. The Belarusian Defense Ministry confirmed the arrival of Chinese military personnel, marking the first time… -
West raises concerns as India, Russia strengthen ties following hospital attack
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day visit to Moscow garnered attention after a bombing in Ukraine killed several people at a children’s hospital in Kyiv. Despite Western disapproval, Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin demonstrated their close relationship, with Putin warmly embracing Modi and referring to him as his “dearest friend.” The two leaders discussed… -
Russian missile attack kills dozens, damages children’s hospital in Kyiv
A Russian, daylight missile attack across five cities in Ukraine killed at least 36 civilians and severely damaged Kyiv’s main children’s hospital. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 30 of 38 missiles. A Kh-101 cruise missile directly hit the children’s hospital in Kyiv, leading to urgent evacuations. The attacks also damaged 50 civilian structures, including residential buildings,… -
FSB stops Ukrainian attempt to steal nuclear-capable bomber
A Russian pilot was reportedly offered $3 million to steal a bomber and defect to Ukraine, according to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB). The FSB claimed it thwarted a Ukrainian attempt to hijack a Russian Tu-22M3 supersonic strategic bomber, disrupting the plan before it could unfold. Ukrainian intelligence allegedly tried to entice the pilot with…