Putin's aggressive moves in Ukraine and around NATO borders are a big problem. Just throwing money at defense won't fix it. NATO needs a smart plan, like the Harmel Report from 1967, but updated for today. This new plan should focus on changing Putin's mind and actions, leading to talks and better u
San Diego's mayor had big plans to make the city fairer. Three years ago, he started "Build Better San Diego. " The goal was to fix up old parts of the city and make things more equal. But now, it looks like the plan is making things worse. The mayor wants to add lots of new houses and people to so
Cincinnati's recent municipal election left many voters scratching their heads, especially those who consider themselves moderates. The city saw a crowded field of 27 candidates running for nine council seats, a mix of Democrats, Republicans, and independents. But one thing stood out: the silence fr
In Washington, DC, a battle is brewing over crime and justice. Jeanine Pirro, the US Attorney, is pushing for tougher laws, especially for young offenders. She believes the city's current laws are too lenient. For example, a 19-year-old with a gun who shoots someone might only get probation, not jai
Chicago has seen a drop in crime rates recently. Some say it's because of a big federal operation called "Operation Midway Blitz. " This operation has brought in lots of federal agents to crack down on immigration enforcement. The numbers look good: shootings are down by 35%, robberies by 41%, and c
In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime
In a surprising move, former U. S. President Donald Trump has asked Israel's president to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This request comes amid a high-profile corruption trial that has split opinions in Israel. Trump's letter described the case as unfair and called Netanyahu a strong lea
Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral race was a big deal. He didn't just win; he did it with style and a deep connection to hip-hop culture. His campaign was different. He used music, social media, and grassroots efforts to reach people. It was like he took a page from the biggest rap ba
A group of 17 transgender Air Force members is taking legal action against the U. S. government. They claim the military unfairly took away their early retirement benefits and pensions. This lawsuit was filed in federal court recently, months after the Air Force decided to deny early retirement to t
The government shutdown has been a big deal, and now it looks like it might be over soon. Two big agencies, Health and Human Services and the Department of Interior, have told their workers to get ready to go back to work. They sent emails saying to be ready to come back on Thursday if the governme
