On October 22, the US Treasury proposed adding biotechnology to the list of Chinese sectors that American capital may no longer finance. A week earlier, […]
‘Serious stuff’: Expert alarmed as DOJ takes a swipe at Alaska’s elections
An elections expert sounded the alarm Sunday as President Donald Trump’s Justice Department sought to preemptively block the certification of Alaska’s midterm elections. Last week, […]
‘What a joke’: Shock after Trump stokes ‘deliberate chaos’ at UN with endorsement
President Donald Trump seems to be trying to stoke what one analyst described as “deliberate chaos” at the United Nations. The Wall Street Journal reported […]
The First Two Debates Gave a Boost to Amanda Janoo, But Not a Decisive One
Big ups to WPTZ-TV for designing the most uncomfortable debate setting I’ve ever seen. I believe this image, seen very briefly just after the mid-show […]
Nokia, ICEYE partner to strengthen Ukraine’s military connectivity
Nokia has partnered with Finnish satellite technology company ICEYE to sign a letter of Intent with Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence to explore ways of improving […]
Trump on Norway: ‘Shithouse country’
Donald Trump on Sunday night said Norway “sucks,” as he fulminated about being repeatedly overlooked for the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite starting a war with […]
French presidential hopeful Philippe slips in new poll
PARIS — Former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is losing ground to far-left challenger Jean-Luc Mélenchon in the French presidential race, according to polling conducted exclusively […]
EU KIDS Act: a necessary step to put children’s rights at the heart of digital policy
Eurochild welcomes the proposed EU KIDS Act as a necessary step toward a safer digital environment that upholds the rights of all children. Its differentiated […]
Eurochild’s reaction to the EU KIDS Act
A necessary step to put children’s rights at the heart of digital policy. Eurochild welcomes the proposed EU KIDS Act as a necessary step toward a […]
Trying to Read Behind Bars
Prison Banned Books Week started on October 19, with a focus on the Kafkaesque appeals process incarcerated people must use to challenge censorship.
Saudi, Turkish, Pakistani Officials Set For Iran Talks Amid Houthi Attacks
As the conflict in the Persian Gulf continues to impact and shape the region, journalists from RFE/RL’s Central Newsroom and Iranian service, Radio Farda, deliver […]
Does Japan need nuclear subs? The debate is bigger than China
Japan’s debate over nuclear-powered submarines is gaining momentum, but political deliberation should not be mistaken for a done deal. As Tokyo prepares to revise its […]
Why the Middle East is already waiting out Trump’s presidency
There appears to be little prospect of lasting peace between Iran and the United States while Donald Trump remains in the White House. This is […]
Johannesburg men run in purple briefs to raise prostate cancer awareness
A sea of purple briefs takes over Johannesburg. Men hit the streets on Friday for the Hollard Daredevil Run, raising awareness about prostate cancer, now […]
Portugal’s last circus elephant begins a new life at wildlife sanctuary
A new beginning for Julie, Portugal’s last circus elephant, as she settles into life at a wildlife sanctuary in Alentejo, southern Portugal…See More
UK govt targets subsea cable threats with tougher penalties
The UK government has unveiled plans to introduce tougher penalties for damaging undersea telecoms cables and energy pipelines, as concerns grow over threats to critical […]
SONDAGE EXCLUSIF 2027. La chute de Philippe, relégué derrière Mélenchon
Mauvaise nouvelle pour Edouard Philippe : l’ancien Premier ministre n’avait déjà pas réussi à enclencher une dynamique dans sa campagne, il chute désormais dans les […]
4 reasons Andy Burnham’s MPs are feeling more cheerful — and the pitfalls ahead
LONDON — Andy Burnham pledged to bring back hope when he entered Downing Street. Labour MPs are feeling it — for now. The British prime […]
The US Courts Central Asia but China has a Head Start
By: Toh Han Shih Image from Central Asian Bureau for Analytical Reporting As the US steps up its presence in Central Asia, the region could […]
Weekly Roundup: October 19–25, 2026
The weekly roundup of what we’ve done at Liberal Currents has strong criticism for antisemitism and some praise for anti-populism. Articles: “The Anti-Populism of ‘Digger,’” […]