Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 489
As the war enters it 489th day, these are the main developments.
Day: June 27, 2023
The Taliban’s Unsustainable War on Drugs
Afghanistan’s opiate economy is unlikely to be disrupted by a one-off campaign of crop destruction in a handful of provinces.
Media must not confuse voters about Indigenous support for voice, Anthony Albanese says
PM reels off names of prominent yes campaigners backing ‘a moment of national unity’Follow our Australia news live blog for the latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has suggested the me…
Former anti-kidnapping head arrested in Mexico’s Ayotzinapa case
Gualberto Ramírez Gutiérrez was arrested on Sunday over charges of alleged torture and forced disappearances in Mexico.
To Prevent a War Over Taiwan, a Bolder Strategy Is Needed
The U.S.’s deterrence of China over Taiwan is eroding and is in danger of failing.
Reddit Mods Are Calling For An ‘Affordable Return’ For Third-Party Apps
Moderators of popular Reddit communities have posted open letters to the company, requesting affordable API pricing for third-party apps, improved moderation tools and accessibility options, and a senior-level Moderator Advocate role at Reddit. The Ver…
Thomson Reuters Corporation Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Casetext
TORONTO , June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Thomson Reuters Corporation (“Thomson Reuters”) (NYSE / TSX: TRI), a global content and technology company, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext, a California -based provider o…
WSJ Opinion: Vladimir Putin and Russia’s Internal Rebellion
Review and Outlook: Putin survives in power, but Prigozhin’s revolt reveals the Ukraine war’s failure. Images: AFP/Getty Images/Zuma Press
Houston Weather: Intense, triple-digit conditions continue
Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect until 9 PM for Houston and the central portion of our viewing area. Heat Index values of 110-115 are likely through this evening. Heat Advisory is in effect until 9 PM for northern and southern counties with hea…