International
U.S. military conflict with China: 40 percent of Americans think it’s likely
The Ipsos/Reuters poll conducted earlier this week reveals several interesting insights into American perceptions of U.S. relations with China and the potential for conflict. Here's a breakdown of the key findings from the survey: Expectations of Direct Conflict with China: Over 40 percent of Americans believe...
Successful propaganda: Why much of Africa sides with Russia
While the West - and most of the world - has chided Russia for its unprovoked attack on Ukraine, not everyone is standing against the country formerly known as the Red Empire. 'We didn't enslave Black Africans, but they did'Russian propaganda has successfully shaped positive attitudes...
Russia’s economy: Here’s how it’s taking a colossal beating
Russia's economy has been facing a series of challenges that have caused significant turmoil in its key sectors. From plummeting car sales to a weakening ruble, the signs of economic distress in Moscow are hard to ignore. Russia's Growing Economic Woes Over the past few years,...
Biden: ‘No possibility’ Russia wins war against Ukraine (video short)
President Joe Biden's recent European trip culminated in a significant summit with the leaders of Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Iceland. This gathering held profound symbolism both at home and abroad, offering insights into President Biden's vision of America's role in the world. The summit, which...
Unraveling the Putin Body Double Conspiracy: Separating Fact from Fiction
In recent times, the internet has been buzzing with speculation surrounding Russian President Vladimir Putin and the alleged use of body doubles during his public appearances. While the theories have gained traction online, it is essential to examine the available evidence and separate fact from fiction....
Kim Jong Un: Health concerns rise amidst alleged weight gain, smoking, and boozing
In recent years, the health of North Korea's enigmatic leader, Kim Jong Un, has become a subject of intense speculation and concern. Reports from spies in the South suggest that the tyrant's weight has skyrocketed to over 300 pounds, indicating a serious issue with his physical...
Australian gov’t looks to ban Nazi symbols
The Australian government plans to introduce legislation to ban swastikas and other Nazi symbols nationwide in response to an increase in far-right activity, according to Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus. While some Australian states already prohibit these symbols, the federal law would expand the ban to include the...
Desperate? Creative Russian ad seeks “real men” to enlist (Video)
The Russian government's efforts to find enough soldiers to sustain the war against Ukraine have not been successful. Consequently, they have resorted to more forceful and creative tactics in order to get Russian men to enlist in Putin's war. Latest message: In times of war, real...
AI Chatbot “Lars” leads political party in Denmark
This is getting crazy! A new political organization, the Synthetic Party, has been founded in Denmark with an AI chatbot named Leader Lars as its head. The party aims to represent all fringe parties that don't have representation in parliament despite a vote share of 20%.The...
Kim Ju Ae: Kim Jong-Un’s successor revealed?
His name is Kim Jong-Un and he’s one of the most feared, most ruthless dictators of our time. The controversial 41-year-old Supreme Leader of North Korea, Jong-Un is the son of Kim Jong-il, who ruled from 1994 to 2011, and grandson of Kim Il-sung, who was...
Russia’s population decline is a historic nightmare
Russia will need nearly 1 million immigrants a year for 80 years just to maintain current population levels by 2100 Population decline - Is that why Russia attacked Ukraine? Russia is currently facing a significant decline in its population due to low birth rates, high emigration...
Poll: Voters (barely) reject removal of Title 42 migrant policy
51% Oppose the Biden Administration’s Rescinding of the Pandemic-Era Border Policy; 46% Say Biden Has Made Immigration System Worse In recent times, public sentiment towards President Joe Biden's decision to remove the Title 42 border policy has shown a slight softening. However, it is noteworthy that...
Germany mass shooting: Shooter was right-wing extremist who believed women to be inferior
Germany is facing a concerning rise in both violent crime and far-right extremism. This increase in criminal activity has been linked to feelings of alienation, poverty, lack of education, and a growing sense of insecurity among many people in the country. To truly combat these issues,...
20 percent of Russia’s prison recruits in Ukraine have HIV?
We don't hear about it as much as we did in the 1980s and 1990s, but HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is still around. However, it's now considered a chronic manageable condition rather than a death sentence, and people living with HIV can lead healthy lives with...
Alexei Navalny: Jailed opposition leader poisoned again?
Alexei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition leader and survivor of a nerve agent attack 3 years ago, is believed to be the victim of slow poisoning while in prison. His passionate supporters are raising alarm bells and demanding that he be provided with proper medical care....
Grasping for straws? Delusional Putin ally thinks Chinese, North Korean forces will join them in war
As Russia continues to lose the unprovoked war it started in Ukraine, reports from a Russian ally and well-known propagandist of Vladimir Putin suggest that Chinese and North Korean volunteer fighters will fight side-by-side with the Russian military. But Vladimir Solovyov's hopeful stance on the matter...
Tragedy in Ciudad Juárez Highlights Dangers Faced by Migrants
On the night of March 27, at least 39 migrants from various Central and South American countries died after a fire broke out in the dormitory of a migrant center in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Due to the “Safe Third Country” immigration agreement, signed with the U.S....
Despite eased COVID restrictions, masks still popular with Japanese
Initially reported by JapanToday.com, the results of a survey show that a quarter of Japanese people intend to keep wearing masks in social situations even after the COVID-19 measures on face coverings are no longer necessary on Monday. The online survey, conducted in February by Laibo...
Ukraine: How (estimated) Russian casualties over 10 months compare with U.S. wartime deaths
If Ukraine's Ministry of Defense is accurate and Russia is losing 300 to 600 soldiers daily, Russia's casualties in its war with Ukraine may reach 100,000 by Christmas Day, per Newsweek. Just a note to readers, it's not uncommon for countries to overstate their accomplishments when...
NYC nuclear attack commercial: Why ad is necessary (Video)
This is scary but certainly warranted. On Monday, New York City's emergency management office released a public service announcement (PSA) with tips on what residents should do in case of a nuclear attack. "There is no direct threat to the city but we felt it was...
Population decline: Childless Americans not planning to have kids, surging
Are large families becoming passe? My maternal grandmother had 11 kids but my mom had only one (me). Per a Pew Research study in October 2021, a growing share of Americans without kids say it is unlikely they will ever be parents. Some 44% of childless Americans...
War in Ukraine: Trump WOULDN’T have stopped Putin
Donald Trump and many of his supporters insist that Russian president Vladimir Putin wouldn’t have invaded Ukraine if the former were still president. Perhaps the real question should be: Would Trump have sent American troops to assist his idol, Putin, in his efforts? Let’s not forget that Trump initially...
What most likely fate awaits President Zelenskyy, and why?
At the start of 2022, few Americans were familiar with the name Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But 8 weeks into the new year, the courageous Ukrainian president would become a mainstream figure and international icon to many. A former actor and comedian, Ukraine's sixth president has risen to...