Month: August 2022
Biden’s Student Loan Plan Wipes Out Debt for 20 Million Americans—But Leaves Millions Behind
President Biden himself previewed the backlash over his plan to forgive up to $20,000 per borrower in federal student loan debt on Wednesday. “Some think it’s too much,” he said in remarks at the White House. “Some think it’s too
Read MoreRussian rocket attack on train station in central Ukraine kills 22 people
A rocket attack on a train station in central Ukraine as the country marked its Independence Day has killed 22 people, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said.
Read MoreU.S. Pledges Another $3 Billion for Ukraine Defense, the War’s Largest Aid Package
The package includes advanced surface-to-air defense systems, up to 24 counter-artillery radar systems, nearly 250,000 rounds of artillery munitions, drones and spare parts.
Read MoreU.S. Goes in for the Long-Haul With Latest Ukraine War Aid
The $3 billion military aid package that President Joe Biden announced for Ukraine Wednesday shows his administration expects the war with Russia to last for many months or years, and signals Washington is in the fight for the duration. The
Read More903 dead since mid-June as floods wreak havoc across Pakistan
Officials say that recent heavy rains have wreaked havoc across Pakistan since mid-June, with 903 dead and about 50,000 people homeless.
Read MoreCalifornia to Ban the Sale of New Gasoline Cars
The decision, to take effect by 2035, will very likely speed a wider transition to electric vehicles because many other states follow California’s standards.
Read MoreDOJ releases a Mueller-era memo to Barr on the decision to not prosecute Trump
The Justice Department has released a 2019 memo laying out the case for not prosecuting former President Donald Trump for obstruction of justice in connection with the Russia investigation. (Image credit: Andrew Harnik/AP)
Read More22 reported killed in Independence Day attack in Ukraine – The Associated Press
22 reported killed in Independence Day attack in Ukraine The Associated PressView Full Coverage on Google News
Read MoreTropical storm injures 3, displaces thousands in Philippines
A tropical storm blew out of the northern Philippines on Wednesday, leaving at least three people injured and thousands displaced and prompting authorities to shut down schools and government offices.
Read MoreAn Australian news site dared Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch to sue. Now he has
An Australian news site published an opinion column arguing that Fox News, Lachlan Murdoch and his father Rupert shared in responsibility for the U.S. Capitol siege. (Image credit: Drew Angerer/Getty Images)
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