Who Is Rustem Umerov, Zelensky’s Nominee for Ukraine’s Defense Minister?
Though a member of an opposition political party, Mr. Umerov has taken on several critical roles for the Zelensky government since the Russian invasion last year.
Day: September 4, 2023
Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party Embraces Divisive Issues in U.K.
Climate. Refugees. Crime. With an election looming next year, the prime minister and his party are turning to populist issues.
Facing Threats, U.S. Navy Struggles to Modernize Its Ships
A new generation of cheaper and more flexible vessels could be vital in any conflict with China, but the Navy remains lashed to big shipbuilding programs driven by tradition, political influence and jobs.
School meals in Europe: Which countries provide free food for students?
A quarter of children are at risk of poverty or social exclusion in the EU. Some families have difficulties in feeding their kids. Five EU countries provide universal free school meals for at least some ages. Others mostly supply meals for the students…
Back to New Jersey, Where the Universe Began
A half-century ago, a radio telescope in Holmdel, N.J., sent two astronomers 13.8 billion years back in time — and opened a cosmic window that scientists have been peering through ever since.
Thousands donate to save Florida abortion clinic amid crippling state fines
Center of Orlando for Women ordered to pay $193,000 for contravening state law requiring 24-hour waiting periodJust a few weeks ago, one of the few abortion clinics left in Orlando, Florida, looked like it would have to close its doors. A government ag…
Revealed: US pro-birth conference’s links to far-right eugenicists
Natal conference, to be held in Austin in December, promoted on far-right podcast circuit and set to host self-described eugenicistsA high-end hotel in the liberal Texan enclave of Austin is playing host to a conference whose theme is boosting global b…
Four Convicted in $18m Investment Fraud Scheme
The Brittingham Group promised outsized returns to victims