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Finland, Sweden move ahead toward possible NATO membership
Finland and Sweden are moving closer to potential NATO membership after Russia's invasion of Ukraine sparked increased support for joining the alliance. Both Nordic countries, traditionally non-aligned, are reviewing security options with growing public backing for NATO integration.
Japan, US hold navy drills off Koreas amid nuke test worry
US and Japanese warships, led by USS Abraham Lincoln, perform first joint naval exercise in five years in Sea of Japan, aimed at deterring potential North Korean provocations as defense experts warn of possible missile or nuclear test this week.
Police focus on van renter in Brooklyn subway shooting probe
A masked gunman triggered smoke grenades and fired 33 bullets inside a Brooklyn subway train during rush hour, wounding at least 10 people. Police are investigating Frank R. James, the van's renter, and analyzing his social media posts as part of the ongoing probe.
Biden waiving the ethanol rule in a bid to lower gasoline...
President Joe Biden traveled to Iowa to announce a potential gasoline price reduction by waiving ethanol blending restrictions. The move aims to provide some relief amid 8.5% inflation, the highest in 40 years. However, the impact remains uncertain and limited in scope.
Hundreds Of thousands hit Pakistani streets to protest Imran Khan’s ouster
Hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis took to the streets in major cities, protesting Imran Khan's parliamentary ouster. Supporters, primarily youth, waved party flags and demonstrated against what they perceive as foreign interference in the country's political process.
Poland-Ukraine ties seen as a target of Russian disinformation
In a calculated attempt to sow discord, Russian-inspired vandalism in Krakow targeted Ukrainian and Polish monuments, using deliberately misplaced flag colors and awkward language to create potential ethnic friction between the two nations.
Biden, Modi to speak as US presses for a hard line...
President Biden is set to speak with Prime Minister Narendra Modi amid tensions over India's neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. India has abstained from UN votes condemning Russia, raising concerns in Washington while drawing praise from Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
S&P downgrade indicates Russia headed for historic default
Standard & Poor's has downgraded Russia's credit rating to "selective default" after Russia attempted to pay foreign bond payments in rubles instead of dollars. The agency believes Russia cannot convert rubles to dollars within the grace period, increasing the likelihood of a historic default triggered by international sanctions.
The US doubts the new Russian war chief can end Moscow’s...
The US doubts Gen. Alexander Dvornikov can improve Russia's military performance in Ukraine, citing his lack of centralized command and history of civilian targeting in previous conflicts.- EXCERPT: Summarizes the key points in 100 words, focusing on main message and critical details
SpaceX launches 3 visitors to the space station for $55M each
SpaceX successfully launched its first private charter flight to the International Space Station, carrying three international businessmen who each paid $55 million for the week-long orbital experience, marking a significant milestone in commercial space travel.