On September 13–14, Ukrainian special units conducted coordinated sabotage operations against Russian railway infrastructure in the Oryol and Leningrad regions, targeting vital supply routes. Attacks on the Orel–Kursk railway line resulted in the deaths of two Russian servicemen, while an attack on the St. Petersburg–Pskov line caused the derailment and destruction of 15 fuel tankers. The Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR) and Special Operations Forces (SSO) were reportedly involved in these joint operations, which significantly hampered Russia’s ability to supply troops on the Kharkiv and Sumy fronts. These actions followed an earlier Ukrainian drone strike on the Kirishi Oil Refinery near St. Petersburg.
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US diplomat expresses regret over immigration raid on Korean workers, South Korea says, and honestly, that’s where we’re starting. It’s a phrase that immediately sparks a feeling of “here we go again,” doesn’t it? It’s a classic scenario: actions have consequences, and in this case, those actions involved an immigration raid targeting Korean workers. The regret, as it seems, is primarily about the negative fallout, not necessarily the act itself. It’s a bit like saying “I’m sorry I hit my wife… now that she’s left me.” The timing and the context speak volumes.
Unfortunately, we see that the regret from the US diplomat, likely an individual acting on behalf of the US government, is just that – regret.… Continue reading
In Montreal, a law firm is seeking to initiate a class-action lawsuit against grocery stores. The firm alleges that several chains have misled consumers regarding the “Made in Canada” label on their products. This potential legal action stems from concerns that some items may not meet the criteria for the label. The lawsuit aims to address potential consumer deception and ensure accurate product labeling practices.
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A massive leak of over 500GB of internal documents, including source code and operational manuals, from China’s Great Firewall has exposed the inner workings of its internet censorship system. The files originate from Geedge Networks, a company linked to the development of the Great Firewall, and detail the “Tiangou” platform, a commercial system used by ISPs for deep packet inspection, VPN detection, and full-session logging. This technology has been exported to countries like Myanmar, Pakistan, Ethiopia, and Kazakhstan, enabling mass surveillance and content filtering. Researchers are now analyzing the leak, which includes deployment sheets and build logs, to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited to circumvent censorship.
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The President’s responses to the assassinations of Melissa Hortman and Charlie Kirk starkly contrasted, revealing a partisan approach to human life. While Hortman’s death received minimal attention, Kirk’s was framed as a national tragedy, prompting lowered flags, posthumous awards, and a video address promising vengeance against the left. Further fueling the issue, Trump appeared on Fox News suggesting that violence from the right was more defensible, indicating right-wing extremists are part of his political project. This selective mourning, coupled with his past actions, suggests a willingness to overlook or even encourage political violence from those on the right, thus implicitly devaluing the lives of Democrats.
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Former U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson dismissed Russia’s objections to foreign troops in Ukraine, advocating for immediate deployment, regardless of Moscow’s stance. Speaking at the Yalta European Strategy conference, Johnson criticized European allies for their hesitant approach to security guarantees, which are contingent on a ceasefire that Russia shows no interest in. His proposal involves a “Coalition of the Willing” providing training and logistics, sending a clear message that Ukraine, not Russia, determines which forces are present. Johnson believes this assertive action will shift the strategic landscape in the Kremlin, signaling the West’s commitment to Ukraine.
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Republican Rep. Michael McCaul won’t seek reelection after 11 terms, which certainly raises eyebrows and sparks a lot of questions. Eleven terms is a long time in any profession, but especially in the fast-paced world of politics. It’s understandable why people would be curious about the motivations behind such a decision. Some see it as a sign of shifting political tides, a cautious exit from a potentially turbulent future. Others, more cynically, might view it as a chance for personal gain after years of public service.
The immediate impact is that McCaul’s departure won’t drastically alter the balance of power in Congress, as his district leans heavily Republican.… Continue reading
Nigerian chef Hilda Baci’s attempt to cook the world’s largest jollof rice dish unfortunately resulted in the custom-made pot breaking as it was being weighed. The colossal dish contained 4,000kg of rice, alongside other ingredients, which took nine hours to prepare with the help of ten other chefs. While the record attempt was unsuccessful, Baci’s team plans to submit evidence to Guinness World Records, and the cooked rice was later distributed to the large crowd in Lagos. This ambitious feat, planned for a year, aimed to celebrate the popular West African dish and further showcase Nigerian pride.
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Following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, President Trump swiftly blamed the violence on those who have historically criticized him, including those who have labeled him a Nazi. In a televised address, he declared he would pursue those responsible for the rhetoric, echoing past instances where accusations of antisemitism and Nazism have been levied against him. Trump’s response comes amidst a history of controversies involving his relationship with far-right figures and controversial statements. This incident underscores the recurring theme of Trump’s reaction to criticism and his sensitivity to the Nazi label.
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Romania has reported a Russian drone in its airspace, marking the second NATO country to experience such an incursion. The drone was detected by F-16 fighter jets monitoring the border with Ukraine, specifically near the village of Chilia Veche, after the defense ministry noted Russian air attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. While the drone did not pose an immediate threat, the EU and Ukrainian President Zelensky have condemned the event as an unacceptable breach of sovereignty and an expansion of the war. Poland, in response to the ongoing concerns, has initiated preventative aviation operations and increased its air defense readiness, while the Czech Republic sent a special operations helicopter unit to Poland.
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