Carnival Returns to Moultrie-Douglas County Fair in 2025
The excitement is building in central Illinois as the Moultrie-Douglas County Fair Board confirms the return of a full-scale carnival …
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Second Death Reported After Elevidys Gene Therapy; FDA and Sarepta Investigating
A second patient has died following treatment with Elevidys, the only FDA-approved gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), Sarepta …
The biggest cities in Ukraine are struck by Russian missiles, leaving at least 4 dead and over 100 injured
Ukraine’s KYIV — At least four people were killed and nearly 100 injured when Russian hypersonic ballistic missiles attacked Ukraine’s …
China is told to cease “COVID deception” due to the pneumonia outbreak by the US envoy
The United States ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, urged Chinese authorities “to abandon COVID deception” and demanded that China be …
Why immigration from Ukraine and Latin America to Chicago had such different outcomes
Over the past 18 months, Chicago has welcomed over 30,000 Ukrainian refugees without much controversy; however, the arrival of 19,000 …
Kyiv blasts weapons, while Moscow loses 44 artillery systems a day
Moscow’s artillery losses in the war-torn nation have mounted, and on Wednesday Kyiv announced that within the previous week, Ukraine …
American Soldiers on High Alert as Iran Allies Join Israel-Hamas War
U.S. forces deployed around the Middle East are keeping an eye out for Iranian-backed militias that might create new fronts …
House Republicans becoming more doubtful about Ukraine: “It’s not just the Freedom Caucus”
As Congress confronts its first test over America’s engagement in the battle against Russia, doubt is building among House Republicans …
As emotions grow, Democrats will debate in the New Hampshire primary
In the midst of an internal party conflict that has heightened tensions between members and the Biden administration, the Democratic …
Strong earthquake in Morocco claims more than 800 lives
At least 820 people were killed in a powerful earthquake that struck Morocco late on Friday, according to official media …
GOP to engage in intraparty conflict on Ukraine in the House and Senate
Republicans in the Senate and the House are preparing for an internal conflict over President Biden’s proposal for an additional …
Perilous Passage: The Humanitarian Crisis in the Darien Gap
It is the only way to reach the United States overland from South America. However, those who venture through the …
Grain Deal Expiration and Russian Threats: Impact on Wheat and Corn Prices and Global Food Security
Prices for wheat and corn soared on Wednesday following a threat from the Russian Ministry of Defense regarding shipping to …
US Nuclear-Capable Submarine to Arrive in South Korea Amidst Growing Tensions with North Korea
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol has called for deterrence measures to ensure that North Korea does not dare to use …
Bulat Utemuratov, a Kazakhstani oligarch, chooses: Putin’s embrace, arrest or sanctions
Bulat Utemuratov, along with Nursultan Nazarbayev, played significant roles in shaping pre-2022 Kazakhstan. Unfortunately, Kazakhstan was marred by tribalism, nepotism, …
Mass demonstrations in North Korea against US on Korean War commemoration day
A mass rally organized by the regime was held Sunday in the North Korean capital of Pyongyang to commemorate the …
Why it is impossible to do business with an aggressor: Mikhail Stiskin, Suleiman Kerimov, and raiding in PJSC Detsky Mir
Sanctions against Russia, the aggressor responsible for the first mass genocide of the 21st century, are in effect. This is …
Antony Blinken’s cautious progress was ultimately undermined by the administration’s actions
US President Joe Biden referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “dictator.” He also mentioned that Xi was “embarrassed” …
Antony Blinken expected to meet Qin Gang, sides try to lower the tensions
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Beijing on Sunday for talks with the Chinese government, as both the …
UN head: The collapse of the Ukrainian dam is “monumental”
Thousands of Ukrainians who were already fighting in the country now risk a “monumental humanitarian, economic, and environmental catastrophe” as …
In a morning strike, Russia claims that drones damaged buildings in Moscow and accuses Ukraine
In an attack that authorities blamed on Ukraine, Russian air defenses reportedly prevented eight drones from advancing on Moscow on …
In a recent poll, 50% of respondents supported arming Ukraine
Half of the respondents in a new poll said they support the U.S. sending weapons to Ukraine as the country’s …
Better safeguards are required for air travel
The Biden administration recently proposed new rules to protect air travelers against flight cancellations and delays. The proposed changes involve …
This Year, AI Accidents Are Expected to Soar
As the world starts to push the boundaries and usage of AI systems, there is a corresponding rise in AI-created …
Unintentionally, Russia’s air force attacks one of its own cities
Residents of a Russian city close to the Ukrainian border believed an attack from their country when a loud boom …
Investigation: China Influencing US Politics through the Mormon Church
According to a recent investigation, China allegedly established relationships in Utah, some through the Mormon church, to have an impact …
Russian aircraft shoots down an American drone over the Black Sea
American officials confirmed that a Russian fighter jet downed a U.S. Air Force drone over the Black Sea on Tuesday, …
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