Commentary: Why Ukraine has been unable to capitalise on the Wagner Group rebellion
The short-lived revolt by the Wagner Group in Russia hasn’t yet resulted in any significant military gains for Ukraine. A military historian explains why.
Month: July 2023
Commentary: Airlines may be reaching limit of passenger tolerance for high fares
Anyone betting that travellers have become immune to price might be taking a big risk, says Peggy Hollinger for the Financial Times.
Commentary: Are we ready for AI nannies to raise our children?
We may live to see a future where artificial intelligence can mimic human behaviours, including the delicate task of raising children. NUS lecturer Jonathan Sim weighs in on the potential pitfalls.
The Seattle Times editorial board recommends: Rob Saka for Seattle City Council District 1
Life experiences give Saka the compassion and understanding essential to be an effective legislator.
Minnesota saw 20% jump in abortions last year, partly due to patients from restrictive states
Minnesota recorded a 20% jump in abortions in 2022.
South Korea’s biggest Pride parade was blocked. It came back stronger. – The Washington Post
South Korea’s biggest Pride parade was blocked. It came back stronger. The Washington PostSeoul celebrates pride despite LGBTQ backlash | Latest News | WION WIONSeoul Pride goes ahead in shadow of rising anti-LGBTQ rhetoric &…
Biden offers alternative student debt relief plan
Biden offers alternative student debt relief plan
Student loan forgiveness: President Biden reacts
President Joe Biden is offering an alternative student debt plan designed to ease borrowers’ threat of default if they fall behind on their payments, after the Supreme Court struck down his original initiative. Biden on Friday blamed Republican opposit…
‘I Didn’t Give Any False Hope:’ Biden Addresses Student-Loan Forgiveness
President Biden on Friday criticized the Supreme Court’s decision to throw out his administration’s plan to forgive student loans held by 40 million Americans. Photo: Michael Reynolds/Bloomberg News
Man sentenced in tow truck driver murder
A man convicted of killing a tow truck driver in DeKalb County last year, will spend decades in prison. A judge sentenced 26-year-old Victor Richardson to 50 years in the shooting death of Christopher Harrold, an innocent bystander.