The White House’s decision to eliminate a regular reporting slot for independent newswires represents a concerning move towards controlling information flow. This action directly impacts access for smaller news organizations, raising serious questions about transparency and the administration’s commitment to a free press. The elimination of this slot isn’t simply a matter of rearranging press access; it’s a calculated step to limit diverse perspectives and potentially silence critical voices.
The stated rationale for this change is often vague, lacking transparency itself. Claims of expanding access to “non-traditional” media by favoring print outlets seem contradictory and arbitrary, particularly given the broader context of suppressed independent voices.… Continue reading
Preliminary data suggests Russia experienced its lowest birth rate in over two centuries during the first quarter of 2025, with February’s figure marking a record low. This decline, reaching a 3% drop compared to the same period in 2024, is particularly sharp in several regions, highlighting the failure of government policies aimed at boosting the birth rate. The resulting natural population decline is substantial, exacerbated by a death rate that, while decreasing, is insufficient to offset the plummeting birth numbers. Rosstat projections indicate that this trend will continue, leading to a significantly smaller and older Russian population by 2046.
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A new investigation reveals that despite sanctions and Israel’s neutrality declaration, Israeli companies exported over $10 million in metalworking tools to Russia’s defense sector in 2024 alone. Major suppliers like ISCAR, Vargus, and Carmex utilized indirect routes through China and Uzbekistan to circumvent restrictions, with tools ending up in factories producing missiles, aircraft, and air defense systems. Company representatives cited limited control over distribution chains, while the investigation highlights the effectiveness of third-party rerouting in supplying sanctioned industries with crucial technologies. This continues a pattern of sanctions evasion, as seen previously with the import of bearings into Russia.
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Anonymous’s recent release of 10 terabytes of leaked data is making waves across the internet, promising a deep dive into the financial dealings of the Kremlin and its associated businesses. The sheer scale of the leak – 10 terabytes, a figure that dwarfs the storage capacity many can even comprehend – is unprecedented, hinting at the potential for significant revelations. This volume of data surpasses the expectations of most, recalling a time when a 1.44 MB floppy disk seemed immense, highlighting just how much information might be contained within.
The data reportedly exposes a range of individuals and entities. This includes detailed information on businesses operating within Russia, both domestic and international.… Continue reading
The Supreme Court ordered the return of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran migrant illegally deported despite a withholding order, but the Trump administration refused, citing El Salvador’s jurisdiction. This defiance followed a lower court order and constitutes a blatant disregard for judicial authority. The administration’s actions, including barring AP reporters from the Oval Office, demonstrate a pattern of ignoring court orders. This situation highlights the president’s disregard for the law and raises serious concerns about the rule of law within the United States.
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Aditya Harsono, a 33-year-old Marshall resident with a pending green card application, was arrested by ICE and faces deportation despite possessing a valid student visa. His arrest followed the revocation of his F-1 visa, seemingly linked to a dismissed charge from a 2021 protest. Harsono’s attorney believes the detention is politically motivated, citing the prioritization of the protest charge over a past misdemeanor. He remains in custody despite a granted bond appeal, leaving his wife and infant daughter facing separation.
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The White House announced a potential 245 percent tariff on Chinese imports to the U.S., a significant escalation in the ongoing trade war. This follows President Trump’s executive order investigating national security risks related to imported critical minerals. China’s foreign ministry responded by stating that the U.S. initiated the tariff war and that China’s countermeasures are justified. The increased tariffs on Chinese goods are an exception to a temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs imposed on other countries, reflecting the Trump administration’s hardline stance on trade imbalances with China.
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4chan, the notorious internet message board, has been hacked. This isn’t some minor security breach; this involved a cleverly executed exploit leveraging a vulnerability that highlights the site’s outdated infrastructure. The attack apparently centered around a seemingly innocuous PDF file uploaded to a board that allowed such uploads. This PDF, however, contained malicious code written in PHP, which upon execution granted the attacker near-complete control over the system. The outdated nature of 4chan’s systems, seemingly untouched since at least 2014, is being cited as a major contributing factor to the successful hack.
The attacker’s methods seem remarkably simple, focusing on a well-known vulnerability in PDF handling.… Continue reading
The U.S. has imposed tariffs as high as 245% on certain Chinese imports, escalating the trade war. This action, targeting goods like aluminum foil and syringes, is a response to China’s export restrictions on critical materials and retaliatory tariffs. The tariffs aim to enhance national security and domestic industries but risk increased costs for consumers and businesses, potentially disrupting supply chains and fueling inflation. China has denounced the tariffs, promising further retaliation, intensifying existing global trade tensions.
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Following a Russian missile attack on Sumy that killed 35 and injured 119, including a baby girl, Ukraine’s military reported striking the base of the responsible 448th Russian missile brigade. A secondary ammunition detonation was reported at the base. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the attack, while NATO reaffirmed its support for Ukraine. Despite accusations from both sides of violating a tentative US-brokered ceasefire on energy infrastructure strikes, NATO’s Secretary General refuted claims that Ukraine started the war, stating that Russia is the aggressor.
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Matt Underwood 
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