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Understanding American national identity and democratic challenges
Professor Deborah Schildkraut unpacks the core ideals and tensions that define America’s identity and the precarious nature of its democracy.
Canada sees widespread 911 service disruption on Thursday
A sudden 911 blackout hit dozens of jurisdictions on Thursday, prompting the OPP and local agencies to reroute calls to a non‑emergency…
Hybrid warfare spikes as Russia tests EU resolve
Europe endures a wave of Russian drones, cyber moves and disinformation, while leaders warn Moscow aims to sway elections and test NATO…
Washington reveals active space weapons, prompting global backlash
The US has disclosed that it operates weapons in orbit, a step that may trigger a new space arms race and force…
Bipartisan MoMEntS caucus aims to safeguard US creative jobs
Congress has formed a bipartisan MoMEntS caucus to defend America’s $1 trillion creative economy, support millions of jobs and push a federal film‑tax…
Record-breaking 4,100-km journey reveals wild-dog connectivity
Three sibling wild dogs covered more than 4,100 km in Zambia, proving long‑distance movement is still possible but perilous.
Court blocks Sea Lion oil project as UK-Argentina tensions rise
Argentina’s court injunction stalls a British‑Israeli oil venture, sparking fresh diplomatic friction over the Falklands.
New York demonstration highlights threats to journalists and free speech
Protesters in New York on Aug. 10 called for justice for a Palestinian reporter while exposing a multi‑front assault on media freedom and…
Inside the 2026 Russian Duma election and Kremlin vote-rigging
A three‑day parliamentary election in September 2026 will test the Kremlin’s sophisticated grip on Russia’s vote, even as war fatigue and shortages…
High court stops new USPS mail-in ballot requirements
The Supreme Court halted the Trump administration’s push to reshape mail‑in voting, preserving existing state procedures ahead of the midterm elections.
President claims he told Warsh to vote with Fed board despite hike
Trump insists he asked Kevin Warsh to side with the Federal Reserve board, decries soaring rates and claims the Kennedy Center is…
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NPR wants to hear how rising costs are changing the way you live and spend.
House leaders clash over AI safety and federal oversight
Congressional leaders spar over AI safety, industry backs watchdogs, and the battle between federal control and state autonomy heats up ahead of…
White House chief of staff declares cancer-free status
Susie Wiles tells supporters she is cancer free following a clear Mayo Clinic pathology report.
GOP delays Hegseth impeachment vote as members head home for campaign
Republican leaders send the House home early, shelving a privileged impeachment measure against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth until after the November elections.