The United Kingdom has recently accused Russia of engaging in a long-running and insidious “campaign of malicious cyber activity” targeting key individuals and organizations within British politics, civil service, and journalism. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), housed within the UK’s intelligence agency GCHQ, released a report outlining the extent of the cyber campaign, which
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Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy made a shocking announcement on Wednesday, revealing his decision to resign from Congress at the end of the year. This unexpected move comes just two months after McCarthy was ousted as speaker by a faction within his own party. In an op-ed published in The Wall Street Journal, McCarthy expressed
The recent court appearance of retired American diplomat, Victor Manuel Rocha, has sent shockwaves throughout the United States. Rocha, a former U.S. ambassador to Bolivia during the Clinton administration, is accused of spending over four decades as a spy for Cuba. This espionage case, dubbed as “one of the highest-reaching and longest-lasting infiltrations of the
A Republican senator, Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., has recently stated that a standalone military aid package for Israel, with no cuts to offset it, is currently on the table. In an appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Marshall expressed his support for providing aid to Israel without worrying about the funding details. He emphasized the immense
The Pentagon has reported that a U.S. naval ship and several commercial vessels were attacked in the Red Sea. This incident comes on the same day that Yemen’s Houthi rebel group claimed responsibility for targeting two Israeli ships in the same area. This series of attacks raises concerns about the potential escalation of the ongoing
Don Beyer, a 73-year-old Virginia Democrat, stands out among the students at George Mason University. He defies the typical image of a student with his preference for a notebook and pen over a laptop for note-taking. However, what truly sets him apart is his role as a top lawmaker on AI policy in Congress. With
Democratic Party officials in New York are gathering to hold a meeting where they will screen and interview potential candidates to replace former GOP Rep. George Santos. Santos was expelled from the House due to alleged campaign finance violations and other ethics issues. This meeting is crucial for party officials as they aim to determine
Most U.S. cities are facing a critical dilemma – the urgent need to replace their lead water pipes. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed strict new rules, emphasizing the importance of reducing lead in drinking water to prevent public health crises like those witnessed in Flint, Michigan, and Washington, D.C. While the plan appears
The White House has reiterated President Joe Biden’s call for companies to reduce their retail prices, despite stable manufacturing costs and a cooling inflation rate. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre emphasized the importance of passing on the savings from slower producer price growth to consumers and highlighted the President’s focus on combating price gouging
In a surprising turn of events, the powerful political network supported by billionaire Charles Koch has officially endorsed Nikki Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, for the upcoming presidential election. This endorsement poses a significant challenge to the Republican frontrunner, former President Donald Trump, and signifies a shift in the dynamic of