The U.S. and Israel: An Embrace Shows Signs of Strain After Oct. 7
No other episode in the past half-century has tested the relationship between the United States and Israel in such an intense and consequential way as the Israel-Hamas war of 20
December 2023
Biden Lies Low in St. Croix During Holiday Week
The president is enjoying a working vacation, a White House official said. Residents hope to bring attention to the Virgin Islands’ economic troubles. Share full article People standing on the…
London’s Big Ben marks 100 years of New Year ‘bongs’ on BBC radio
London’s Big Ben on Sunday marks the 100th anniversary of its “bongs” to ring in the New Year being broadcast live across the world. Ever since New Year’s Eve 1923…
Spanish Presidency hammers out Schengen enlargement with Bulgaria and Romania
The Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU succeeded late on Saturday 30 December 2023, one day before it passes the baton to Belgium, to move on with the…
Prosecutors Ask Appeals Court to Reject Trump’s Immunity Claims in Election Case
The filing by the special counsel, Jack Smith, was the latest move in an ongoing battle over whether former presidents can be criminally liable for things they did while in…
The Pentagon Road to Venture Capital
Here is a list of people who have jumped from the Pentagon and other government posts into jobs with venture capitalists that are backing defense technology startups. Share full article…
Mutiny Erupts in a Michigan G.O.P. Overtaken by Chaos
Republicans are pushing for the removal of Kristina Karamo, an election-denying activist who rose to lead the state party this year, amid mounting financial problems and persistent infighting. Share full…
Trump’s Team Prepares to File Challenges on Ballot Decisions Soon
The cases in Colorado, Maine and other states are requiring former President Donald J. Trump to devote resources already spread thin across four criminal indictments. Share full article Former President…
Biden’s Christian ‘Persecution’? We Assess Trump’s Recent Claims.
Former President Donald J. Trump has repeatedly accused the Biden administration of criminalizing Christians, and Catholics in particular, for their faith. Here are the facts. Share full article Former President…
Pentagon’s New Plans to Reduce Civilian Deaths Leave Questions Over Israel
The document codifies procedures for U.S. combat but does not address operations the United States supports through military aid alone. Share full article