Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has pleaded for more weaponry, such as air defences and artillery, from his western allies to fend off Russian attacks. He has warned that if the US Congress continues to hold up a 62 billion dollar military aid package then Ukraine will lose its war against Russia.Also in the programme: US officials say retaliation from Iran in response to Israeli strikes of its consulate could happen as soon as today; and we find how a long lost silent film featuring...
By SUSIE RANTZ Associated Press Mallory Swanson had a goal and an assist as the Chicago Red Stars beat the Seattle Reign 2-1 on Sunday in the National Women’s Soccer League. The Reign (1-4-0) have lost four straight for the first time since 2013. Chicago (3-1-1) silenced the crowd at Seattle’s Lumen Field in the
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President Biden has made it clear to Benjamin Netanyahu that US forces will not join offensive operations against Iran, according to reports. The comments were made by Biden during a phone call between the two leaders after Iran unleashed a drone and missile attack on Israel. Biden released a statement following the call between the two leaders saying it had reaffirmed America's 'ironclad commitment to the security of Israel'
The funds are needed. The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute outlined that Russia’s military spending increased by 24 per cent to an estimated $109bn in 2023, marking a 57 per cent rise since 2014, the year that Russia annexed Crimea. Not including international aid Ukraine’s spending surged to reach $64.8bn. Ukraine’s military spending in 2023 was 59 per cent the size of Russia’s. Therefore, this new package from the US, along with aid from allies across Europe and the world, will...
For the longest time, it was generally assumed that high-turnout elections would benefit the Democratic Party. But recent polling and election data suggest that this conventional thinking is disconnected from reality. According to a recent poll of the 2024 presidential election, those who had voted in multiple elections since 2018 were more likely to vote […]
Not only is the 2024 presidential election weirder than we imagine, but it is weirder than we can imagine. Former President Donald Trump enjoys an insurmountable 22-point lead among people who don't vote. Presidentish Joe Biden has an insurmountable nine-point lead among those who do. This is all according to Interactive Polls.
Increasing people’s awareness of cultural and historic landmarks is an important step toward ensuring the long-term conservation of these sites, helping to drive the urgent need for their protection. In recent years, AlUla and Saudi Arabia have emerged as hotbeds of cultural discovery and touristic exploration. With six UNESCO World Heritage Sites within its borders, the Kingdom is both a cultural custodian and a welcoming host. It is a role the country takes seriously,...
Former Attorney General Bill Barr said Thursday on Fox Business Network's "Kudlow" that Republicans had to win the November elections because Vice President Kamala Harris was in the "batting circle with Joe Biden." | Clips
Volkswagen employees in Chattanooga, Tennessee, voted to join the United Auto Workers on Friday. The vote was a shocking and historic win that’s bound to further strengthen a rejuvenated organized labor movement. At the same time, it's sending political shockwaves throughout the South and putting Republicans on their back foot. Friday’s vote suggests that workers in Southern red states could be growing more interested in unionizing their workplaces — despite GOP efforts to paint unions as part...
Tyler Lussi had a goal and an assist as the North Carolina Courage defeated the Portland Thorns 2-0 in the National Women's Soccer League on Saturday night. Just five minutes into the match