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Ukraine makes fastest gains in years as Russia talks stall, exploiting cracks in Kremlin command

As U.S.-backed negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Geneva ended without a breakthrough, Kyiv made gains on the battlefield, recapturing territory at its fastest pace in years through localized counterattacks along the southeastern front. The advances come as analysts point to disruptions in Russian battlefield communications and shifting operational dynamics, developments that could strengthen Ukraine’s leverage even as talks remain stalled. Ukrainian forces retook about 78 square miles over five days, according to a report...

GOP warns Democrats using DHS shutdown to stall Senate voter ID push

Senate Republicans are hoping to move full steam ahead on Trump-backed voter ID legislation, but there’s one problem — the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is still shut down. Though negotiations between Senate Democrats and the White House are still ongoing, albeit at a molasses-like pace, there is no clear sign that a deal will be struck before lawmakers return to Washington, D.C., next week. Reopening the agency will be front and center in the...

Former Rep MTG asserts that Americans don’t want US war against Iran

As the possibility of U.S. military action against Iran looms, former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene asserted in a post on X that Americans do not want the U.S. to wage war against the Islamic Republic. ‘Americans do not want to go to war with Iran!!!’ Greene exclaimed in the post. ‘They want to be able to afford their lives and get ahead. They want to be happy and enjoy life. They want their government to...

Ex-Victoria’s Secret CEO tells House investigators he was ‘conned’ by Epstein in closed-door deposition

The House Oversight Committee is hearing from a billionaire on Wednesday who was named one of Jeffrey Epstein’s co-conspirators by a 2019 FBI document. Les Wexner is the latest person to be deposed in the House’s investigation into the federal government’s handling of Epstein’s case.  He told House investigators that he was ‘conned’ by the late pedophile and that he had no knowledge of or participation in his crimes, according to an opening statement obtained...

House GOP moves to cement Trump energy agenda by taking sledgehammer to Biden-era regulations

A newly proposed bill by House Republicans would cement President Donald Trump’s energy agenda by taking a sledgehammer to a vast array of his Democrat predecessor’s regulations. Rep. Craig Goldman, R-Texas, is introducing legislation that would give all future energy-related regulations a five-year sunset window, while requiring many existing rules to be amended with a one-year expiry pending a review process. It comes after Trump levied a similar executive order that would target energy red...

Why Diversified Sales Channels Are Now Critical for SME Resilience

You ever meet a business owner who says, “We’re fine, all our sales come from one platform,” and your stomach tightens a little? Not because they’re wrong today. But because you’ve seen how fast “fine” can flip. Here’s the thing: single-channel success feels efficient right up until it becomes fragile. One algorithm tweak. One policy change. One shipping disruption. And suddenly revenue isn’t dipping — it’s gasping. I’ve watched perfectly healthy SMEs wobble because their...

The Future of Fundraising: How will Charities Continue to Raise Money?

The way charities fundraise is evolving faster than ever. Shifts in technology, donor expectations, and global challenges are reshaping how people give and why. Traditional methods like street collections and gala dinners still have a place, but the future of fundraising will be more digital, more personalised, and more participatory than anything that came before it. To stay relevant and resilient, charities must embrace new models that build deeper relationships, leverage innovation, and meet supporters...

Wildsino Partners vs Blaze Casino Affiliate Program: Which Delivers Better ROI?

In the competitive landscape of iGaming affiliate marketing, selecting the right partnership can make or break your revenue stream. With countless platforms vying for your promotional efforts, the fundamental question becomes: which affiliate program truly maximizes your return on investment? This comprehensive analysis examines two prominent contenders in the online casino space, Wildsino Partners and the Blaze Casino Affiliate Program, to determine which platform offers superior earning potential, support infrastructure, and long-term profitability for affiliates...

Mysterious 2020 explosion in China had hallmarks of nuclear test, US official alleges

A senior U.S. official offered new details Tuesday night about an alleged nuclear bomb test conducted by China in June 2020. Assistant Secretary of State Christopher Yeaw spoke at a Hudson Institute event in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, and said evidence of the explosion came from a seismic station in Kazakhstan. The station detected a magnitude 2.75 explosion located at China’s Lop Nur test grounds on June 22, 2020. ‘I’ve looked at additional data since...

UK’s AI trade association appoints Centropy PR for external comms

UKAI, the UK’s trade association for the AI industry, has appointed global communications agency Centropy PR as its agency of record. The group, which represents companies of all sizes with an interest in AI, from startups to industry leaders, supports firms by ensuring their voices are heard in policy matters. UKAI works closely with the UK Government and regulators, making sure that AI policies foster innovation and business growth particularly for British AI businesses. Recent...