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Netanyahu Reportedly Weighs Dismissing Israel’s Defense Minister
WEB3 days ago · Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly considering the dismissal of his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, a move that could remove one of the few remaining key figures in his government who maintains communication with the Biden administration. Gallant, a former general and member of Netanyahu’s Likud party, has frequently clashed with the prime minister over Israel’s ...
NASA Starliner Astronauts Reflect on What They’ll Miss During …
WEB6 days ago · Nineteen astronauts are currently orbiting Earth, marking a record for the most people in space at the same time. Among these are NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, whose unexpected extended stay on the International Space Station (ISS) stems from complications with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft. Despite the unexpected changes, both astronauts expressed unwavering support for ...
Clean Energy Projects Face Uncertainty Amid Potential Republican ...
WEBFeb 20, 2024 · In the wake of President Biden's signing of an expansive climate bill into law over a year ago, the United States has witnessed a surge in clean energy projects, totaling more than $200 billion in new investments. However, concerns loom over the future of these projects as the upcoming election and the prospect of a Republican takeover raise uncertainties about the fate of key provisions in ...
Meta to Ban Russian State Media Outlet RT from Its Platforms
WEB3 days ago · Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, announced on Monday its decision to ban Russian media outlets, including RT (Russia Today), from posting on its platforms. The ban comes as part of efforts to curb disinformation and foreign interference across social media platforms, particularly ahead of upcoming elections. Meta's actions follow growing scrutiny of RT and other ...
New Nonprofit Enters the Fray Against Online Disinformation
WEBApr 23, 2024 · The project’s focus on openness and accountability reflects a commitment to combatting disinformation through sunlight and transparency. Nina Jankowicz, formerly of the Department of Homeland Security's disinformation agency, has returned to the fight against misinformation with the launch of a new nonprofit organization.
DOJ Launches Investigation into Americans Linked to Russian …
WEBAug 22, 2024 · In collaboration with Canada, the Netherlands, and Elon Musk’s social media platform X, the DOJ successfully took down 968 inauthentic accounts linked to Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) and RT. Dimitri K. Simes, a Soviet-born American citizen and long-time figure in U.S. foreign policy circles, is also under investigation.
Major Iraq Raid Eliminates 4 Top ISIS Leaders - The National Era
WEB6 days ago · In one of the most significant counterterrorism operations against the Islamic State (ISIS) in Iraq in recent years, U.S. military forces announced on Friday that they killed four key ISIS leaders. This operation, which took place on August 29, is seen as a major blow to the group at a time when its attacks have been rising in both Iraq and Syria.
China Raises Bullet Train Fares Amid Escalating Debts and Costs
WEBMay 13, 2024 · China has taken an unusual step by significantly increasing fares on four major bullet train lines, marking its broadest effort to address escalating costs and heavy debts since the inception of the system nearly two decades ago.. The decision to hike train ticket prices is part of a broader initiative aimed at raising prices for public services. Earlier this year, water and natural gas bills ...
China Cancels Premier's Annual News Conference, Signaling End …
WEBMar 6, 2024 · For over three decades, China’s premier held an annual news conference, providing a rare opportunity for journalists and the public to gain insight into the country’s leadership and policies. However, on Monday, China announced the discontinuation of this tradition, marking the end of an important institution of the country’s reform era.