NATO allies are discussing stricter deterrence measures against Russia, including arming surveillance drones and loosening rules that govern when pilots can fire on hostile aircraft, following a rise in drone incursions and airspace violations across Europe, according to The Financial Times. The talks, initiated by frontline states bordering Russia and supported by France and the […]
A Kentucky man is facing criminal charges over his Halloween decorations. Authorities said Stephan Marcum’s display went beyond traditional ghosts and witches, portraying bodies of local officials in a manner they considered threatening. The 58-year-old is accused of intimidating a witness in a legal process and making terroristic threats. Marcum lives in Stanton, Kentucky, a […]
Republicans are calling for President Donald Trump to win the Nobel Prize as Israel and Hamas enter phase one of a peace deal negotiated in part by the White House. While Democrats won’t go that far, even some of Trump’s harshest critics in Congress are praising him for the step toward peace. “I applaud President […]
A federal grand jury has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James, the second of President Donald Trump’s political enemies to face criminal charges. The indictment comes after former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on Sept. 25. James was charged in the Eastern District of Virginia, the same court where Comey was indicted last […]
Hundreds of Defense Department employees are under investigation for comments they made online that are critical of slain conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, The Washington Post found. The inquiry is the latest of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s changes in the agency’s operation that have faced criticism. The Post reported the Pentagon’s investigation is continuing as nearly […]
Pope Leo is making it clear — news organizations have a role in restoring truth in the world. Speaking Thursday at the Minds International Association Conference, he urged media leaders to act responsibly in an era of misinformation and manipulation. In a world flooded with content, he warned that people are increasingly mistaking falsehood for […]
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is considering declaring a state of emergency amid the Trump administration’s strict immigration enforcement actions in Southern California. The emergency declaration would help people affected by immigration enforcement actions. If the board declares an emergency, the county could spend more funding and act faster to help immigrant families […]
If you’re a casual NFL fan and wonder why the Cleveland Browns have never played in a Super Bowl, their recent quarterback decisions might help explain it. Their trade of veteran Joe Flacco to the rival Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday is yet another example. How much are the Browns paying for quarterbacks? Flacco, an 18-year […]
The U.S. is sending nearly 200 troops to Israel to help support the ceasefire introduced by the White House late last month. The troops are part of a team that includes partner nations, nongovernmental organizations and groups in the private sector. Troops to Israel Officials told The Associated Press that U.S. Central Command will establish […]
Israel and Hamas agreed to the first phase of a peace plan. What happens next? Next steps Following the agreement, Israeli lawmakers ratified the plan. The Knesset has officially invited Trump to speak, marking him as the first U.S. president to do so since former President George W. Bush in 2008. Following the ratification, the Israel Defense […]
