Hardware stores are the nuts and bolts of American freedom this July 4th
In 1997, in the early, optimistic, post-Soviet days, I visited Odesa, Ukraine, to lead discussions about democratic governance systems for the region’s public officials. That beautiful, historic city on the…
Lee Greenwood says patriotic anthem ‘God Bless the USA’ is untouchable even in a woke era
Lee Greenwood reflected on why he believes his patriotic anthem “God Bless the USA.” has stood the test of time. The 82-year-old country singer released his signature song “God Bless…
Just one hot dog a day could raise disease risk, study suggests, but some cite caveats
A new meta-analysis from the University of Washington suggests that no amount of processed food is safe to consume. Researchers analyzed 77 different studies to gauge the link between certain…
‘Worst year we’ve had’: Maine tourism industry worried about U.S.-Canada political tensionRebecca Lau
The owner of a souvenir shop in a popular Maine tourist town says he’s seen a 50 per cent drop in Canadian tourists, and says this season is worse than…
US and Colombia recall envoys as diplomatic rift deepens
Prosecutors in Colombia open a probe into an alleged plot to overthrow President Petro as ties sharply deteriorate. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Are Israeli soldiers intentionally firing at aid seekers in Gaza?
Israeli troops reportedly said they were ordered to shoot civilians at Gaza aid sites—claims Israel denies. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Sport agent Jonathan Barnett accused of rape in US lawsuit
Barnett denies allegations he kept the woman as a “sex slave” over a six year period. BBC News
Colorado man sentenced to life in prison for DUI that killed Air Force veteran, injured his children
A Colorado man who killed an Air Force veteran while driving drunk last year will spend the rest of his life behind bars after he was found guilty of first-degree…
Palestine Action: What has the group done, as it faces a ban?
MPs in the UK have voted to proscribe the group as a terrorist organisation, but what has it actually done? Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,226
Here are the key events on day 1,226 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
British Bulldogs to mobile phones – your banknote redesign ideas
The Bank of England wants views on themes for its next series of banknotes, and BBC readers are full of ideas. BBC News
Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump’s truce bid
Almost every district in the capital sustained damage after Russia fired a record 550 drones, Ukraine says. BBC News
Roadblocks replace rallies as Serbian protesters demand new elections
After months of rallies, Serbian protesters are calling for people to join a campaign of civil disobedience. BBC News
‘Village of one kidney’: India-Bangladesh organ traffickers rob poor donors
Using loopholes and fraud, brokers turn poverty in Bangladesh and demand for transplants in India into booming business. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al…
Pieces of meteor may have landed in Highlands, say experts
The small meteor lit up the night sky on Thursday and may have landed as meteorites across a vast area. BBC News
Togo protests signal youth anger at dynastic rule – but is change possible?
Rights groups call out state repression after violent crackdown on protests against Faure Gnassingbe’s extended rule. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera