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Jan 23 2026POLITICS

A Shift in U. S. Tech Security Leadership

The U. S. Commerce Department has seen a change in leadership within a key office focused on tech security. Elizabeth "Liz" Cannon, who headed the Information and Communications Technology and Services (ICTS) office, has stepped down. This office, established in 2022, was tasked with investigating t

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Jan 21 2026ENVIRONMENT

The Wind Energy Standstill: What's Really Going On?

The Trump administration has put a stop to several big wind energy projects along the East Coast. They say it's because of national security worries, but they won't share any details. This has left the companies building these projects in the dark. The Interior Department sent stop-work orders to f

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Aging Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Faces Sentencing After High-Profile Trial

Jimmy Lai, the aging media tycoon and vocal critic of China, has reached the final stage of his high-profile trial in Hong Kong. The court recently concluded the mitigation phase, where defense lawyers argued for lighter sentences for Lai and eight other defendants, including former staffers of his

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Jan 12 2026CRIME

Cracking Down on Crime: Why the Old Ways Won't Work

The U. S. government has been focusing on organized crime in Latin America. They see it as a big threat. Recently, they captured Nicolás Maduro. They called it a law-enforcement operation against a \"narco-terrorist network. \" This gives them a reason to use force in places like Mexico and Colombia

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Jan 12 2026POLITICS

Hong Kong's Media Mogul Faces Critical Hearing Before Sentencing

Jimmy Lai, a well-known media figure in Hong Kong, is set to face a crucial hearing that will determine his sentence. This hearing comes after he was found guilty of serious charges related to national security and sedition. The case has caught the attention of the international community, with many

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Jan 08 2026OPINION

A Critical Look at Immigration and Climate Change

In the heart of Washington D. C. , a tragic event unfolded near the Farragut West metro station. Two members of the West Virginia National Guard, Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and U. S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, were shot while on patrol. Beckstrom, just 20 years old, lost her life. The shooter

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Jan 07 2026POLITICS

Why the U. S. Already Has a Stronghold in Greenland

Greenland, a massive island covered in ice, has been a hot topic lately. The U. S. president has been vocal about the idea of acquiring Greenland, even suggesting forceful measures. But is this really necessary? Back in 1951, the U. S. and Denmark made a deal. Denmark has been in control of Greenla

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Jan 06 2026POLITICS

Greenland: A Chilly Dispute Between Trump and Denmark

Denmark's leader, Mette Frederiksen, is worried. She thinks President Donald Trump is serious about taking over Greenland. She said this on a public broadcast. Frederiksen is not messing around. She warned that if the U. S. attacks a NATO country, it's game over for the alliance. That's a big deal.

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

The U. S. Takes a Stand on Tech Security

In a bold move, the U. S. government has ordered a Chinese-controlled company to reverse a recent tech acquisition. The deal, involving a New Jersey-based semiconductor manufacturer, has raised eyebrows in Washington. The U. S. Treasury Department flagged potential risks to national security, pointi

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Bitcoin Betrayal: How a Crypto Worker Sold Secrets to North Korea

A South Korean crypto exchange worker landed in hot water after trying to sell military secrets to North Korea for Bitcoin. The Supreme Court handed down a four-year prison sentence and a four-year ban from the financial sector. This wasn't a solo act. North Korean hackers were behind the scenes, pa

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