UK adviser warns of nuclear war risk amid communication breakdown
Stephen Lovegrove says backdoor channels that kept world safe during the Cold War have disintegrated. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US leading world in monkeypox cases
Health officials are stepping up surveillance efforts after a recent surge in monkeypox infections The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported more than 1,000 new cases…
Kim Jong Un says N Korea ‘ready to mobilise’ nuclear deterrent
North Korean leader condemns United States and South Korea in speech to mark ‘Victory Day’, the Korean War armistice. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Samsung Electronics reports 12 percent profit rise in Q2
South Korean tech giant reports record quarterly profit for key semiconductor business. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
German mayors want Nord Stream 2 opened
Leaders of Germany’s largest island demand Berlin rethink Russia policy Berlin’s policy of trying to give up imports of Russian natural gas is likely to create hardship and spark unrest,…
US offers Russia ‘substantial’ deal for release of Griner, Whelan
Reports indicate that such an exchange could free Paul Whelan and Brittney Griner in exchange for Russian arms dealer. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Suspect in Chicago July 4 shooting indicted on 117 felonies
Robert E Crimo III indicted on 21 counts of first-degree murder, 48 of attempted murder and 48 of aggravated battery. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
75% of Democrats want Biden out in 2024 – poll
The numbers come as Biden’s approval ratings continue to sink Some 75% of Democrats and Democrat-leaning voters want someone other than President Joe Biden to represent the party in 2024,…
Russian forces, Ukraine both claim control of vital power plant
Capture of Vuhlehirsk power plant in eastern Ukraine would be Moscow’s first strategic gain in more than three weeks. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
As monkeypox surges, WHO urges reducing number of sexual partners
Advice comes days after the WHO declared the monkeypox outbreak an international health emergency amid rising cases. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US court sentences two former policemen in George Floyd case
Tou Thao has been sentenced to three and half years in prison on federal charges, and J Alexander Kueng to three years. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US offers prisoner swap to Russia
Washington has reportedly offered Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout in exchange for the basketball player Brittney Griner and convicted spy Paul Whelan The Biden administration has offered to trade Russian…
Zelensky lectures Americans on inflation and Covid
The Ukrainian leader said that helping his country should be more important for Americans than domestic concerns Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has told British broadcaster Piers Morgan that inflation and…
Germany approves $1.7 billion arms deal for Kiev – media
Berlin is allowing a German company to produce as many as 100 self-propelled howitzers for Ukraine, according to Der Spiegel German arms manufacturer Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) has struck a deal…
What’s the future of the International Space Station?
Moscow has announced its decision to withdraw from ISS after 2024. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Key takeaways from Kenya’s presidential elections debate
The much-anticipated debate was a solo show as only Deputy President Ruto, a leading contestant, participated. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
US Senate passes bill to boost chip manufacturing
The US hopes the $52bn in government subsidies for semiconductor production will help alleviate a persistent shortage. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Lavrov denigrates West’s stance towards Africa on Ethiopia visit
Russian foreign minister visits Addis Ababa to end a four-nation African tour aimed at drumming up support for Moscow. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest
Biden could unlock new powers by declaring a ‘climate emergency’
Such a declaration would enable the US president to halt crude oil exports and spur investments in clean energy tech. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Linkedin Pinterest