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Russia's New 'Traitor' Law Sparks Concern

Russia's New 'Traitor' Law Sparks Concern

Jul 23, 2026 · Emily Ross

Russia's parliament, the Duma, has approved a law that strips citizens living abroad of their rights, sparking widespread concern. The law was passed on July 23

US Defence Bill Sparks Controversy

US Defence Bill Sparks Controversy

Jul 23, 2026 · James Parker

The US House of Representatives passed a $1.15 trillion defence policy bill on Wednesday, sparking an uproar among lawmakers. The National Defense Authorization

The Evolution of China's Wolf Warrior Diplomacy

The Evolution of China's Wolf Warrior Diplomacy

Jul 23, 2026 · David Chen

China's diplomatic approach has undergone a significant shift in recent years, becoming more selective in its assertive tactics. President Xi Jinping has been a

Canada Pushes UK to Join Defense Bank

Canada Pushes UK to Join Defense Bank

Jul 23, 2026 · James Parker

Canada is urging the new UK government to join a defense bank after a previous attempt was blocked by the finance minister. The development comes as Canada's De

Nancy Mace Rules Out Senate Bid

Nancy Mace Rules Out Senate Bid

Jul 23, 2026 · David Chen

South Carolina Republican Representative Nancy Mace announced on Monday that she will not run for Lindsey Graham's Senate seat. Her decision comes after an unsu

Healthcare Shouldn't be a Privilege

Healthcare Shouldn't be a Privilege

Jul 22, 2026 · James Parker

US Congressional Progressive Caucus members held a shadow hearing on Medicare for All on Wednesday, led by Pramila Jayapal and Debbie Dingell. Over half of the

US Government Invests $5 Billion in AI Research

US Government Invests $5 Billion in AI Research

Jul 22, 2026 · Emily Ross

The Trump administration has allocated $5 billion to artificial intelligence research, part of a broader effort to boost federal funding for science. The initia