The decision by Poland to stop arming Ukraine marks a dramatic shift in the country’s policy, a move that many analysts view as a likely consequence of the growing pressure of both Russian and European experts against arming Ukraine. While Poland has been one of the most vocal supporters of Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself […]
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Detroit’s Big Three fight to dominate the next generation of the car industry
Detroit’s Big Three automakers—General Motors, Ford, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles—are vying to be the first to mass-produce electric vehicles, autonomous cars, and connected cars. They are investing billions of dollars in research and development to bring these technologies to the marketplace, as they vie to become leaders in this new era of mobility. GM has […]
The Speaker’s Lobby: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to a possible government shutdown
1. Anticipate disruptions. It’s important to anticipate the possible consequences of a government shutdown. As the effects of a shutdown can range from delayed benefits to frozen contracts, it’s important to prepare ahead of time for the potential impacts. 2. Plan ahead. Depending on the duration of a shutdown, it’s important to take proactive steps […]
Tyranny of extreme minority: House traditions allow just a handful to dictate agenda
The issue of the tyranny of the extreme minority when it comes to House traditions is a very real problem in American politics. The rules set by the House of Representatives are meant to ensure the smooth functioning of the legislative body and promote bipartisanship. However, they have also allowed a small minority of members […]
Rishi Sunak’s plans to delay climate targets attacked, as UK government pushes anti-green drive
Rishi Sunak’s plans to delay ambitious climate targets have come under fire, as the UK government continues an anti-green drive. Environmentalists have voiced their concern about the Chancellor’s decision to push back the UK’s commitment to end its contribution to global warming by 2050. They are warning that the delay in setting new carbon targets […]
Autoworkers go on strike at plants at each of the Big Three
automakers. Auto workers typically go on strike when they feel they are not being fairly compensated or are facing unsafe working conditions. Strikes are also used as a form of protest when companies are suspected of violating labor laws or unions feel their bargaining rights are being infringed upon.
Hunter Biden to plead not guilty to federal gun charges
Biden is reportedly set to plead not guilty to federal gun charges related to a handgun found during a search of his Delaware home on April 12. The gun charges, included a count of possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, carry a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison.
John Fetterman would be particularly hard to body-double
. He is 6 foot 8 inches tall and very distinctive with his tattoos, bald head and facial piercings. He would be very difficult to find a convincing body double for as there are few individuals who look the same as him.
Tunisian leader sparks outrage by claiming ‘Zionist movement’ behind naming of storm that battered Libya
Tunisian President Kais Saied has sparked controversy and outrage after claiming that the weather phenomenon which battered Libya was unofficially named by the “Zionist movement”. The storm, known as Ciara, made landfall in Libya late last week, threatening the lives of thousands of people who had taken shelter in displacement camps in the north of […]
Delta will make it harder to get into airport lounges, changes rules to earn elite status
Delta has announced changes to its SkyMiles program that will make it harder to get access to airport lounges and earn elite status. The new rules will require customers to purchase higher fare ticket types in order to earn lounge access on certain flights and higher spending requirements to qualify for elite status. The changes […]