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in IsraeliWhat responsibility, if any, does a country have to notify or consult allies before launching strikes that risk a wider regional war? — Chris DaltonChris Dalton · 6d

in IsraeliWhat obligations, if any, should the US have if Israel's strikes on Iran escalate into a wider regional war it didn't start but could get pulled into? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · Aug 24, 2026

in VenezuelanAre Trump's military moves toward Venezuela a necessary pressure campaign against Maduro, or reckless escalation that risks war without congressional approval? — Nicole HardyNicole Hardy · Aug 15, 2026

in VenezuelanWhat legal authority, if any, permits US military strikes inside Venezuela and the capture of its head of state without a congressional declaration of war? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · Aug 14, 2026

in World Heritage SiteShould UNESCO World Heritage status hinge on cultural/historical significance alone, or should natural wonders, industrial sites, and war memorials all compete under the same criteria? — Jared KimJared Kim · Jul 27, 2026

in Donald John TrumpWith Congress split on war powers amid rising US-Iran tensions and Houthi attacks disrupting Red Sea trade, how should the US balance military response with diplomatic de-escalation? — Marcus BellMarcus Bell · Jul 25, 2026

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Developing·Aug 31, 2026

Drone strikes and hybrid warfare escalate around the Russia-Ukraine war

A Kremlin adviser warns that UK factories producing drones for Ukraine could face covert or semi-military attacks in response to Britain's expanded military support.
A Russian drone strike destroys a Yasno warehouse storing solar-power equipment near Kyiv, disrupting supply chains though the company reports no injuries and continued service commitments.

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Depleted Uranium Used by Russia in Chernihiv Drone Attacks — Jul 23, 2026The Security Service of Ukraine reports six new cases of Russia using depleted uranium munitions in Chernihiv, finding DU in Geran-2 drones and R-60M missiles adapted for UAVs, with radiological tests showing radiation levels about 80 times the natural background and gamma readings of 8.3–24 μSv/h; uranium-235 and uranium-238 were identified in warheads, and a war-crimes investigation has been opened. Authorities warn the public to avoid drone and missile debris and to report any finds to authorities as the investigation continues.

US Plans Prize Courts to Seize Iranian OilWorld — 5dThe Justice Department, with the Pentagon, is reviving prize courts—a dormant, Civil War-era maritime mechanism—to accelerate seizing Iranian oil tankers and cargo as U.S. property, with proceeds earmarked for the Treasury to offset war costs. The plan would hinge on the Southern District of Texas and other districts with port jurisdiction, but legal experts warn the untested process could face substantial challenges from ship owners, victims of terrorism, and the broader judiciary.

Governments Around the World Vastly Expand Power as Coronavirus SpreadsReporting — Mar 24, 2020The outbreak of the coronavirus has put world leaders on war-footing — or so they tell their citizens. President Donald Trump has cast himself as a war-time president, marshaling the country’s resources to battle an “…

EXCLUSIVE: Conservative Orgs Sound Alarm On Liz Warren-Backed ‘Trojan Horse’ Effort To Wield Greater Control — May 13, 2025Conservative organizations are warning that a push by some liberals to increase federal deposit insurance is part of a broader strategy to centralize financial power in Washington at the expense of taxpayers. Over a…

IJRAs California Burns Billions To Fail At High-Speed Rail, China Laid Enough Track To Circle America Three TimesParis Apodaca · 6 min · 7h

The First Congress Enshrined Warrants Into Law — But This Congress Continues To Push Warrantless Spying Tool — Jul 4, 2026Nearly two-and-a-half centuries after the First Congress passed warrants in the U.S. Constitution, the current Congress has attempted to reauthorize a warrantless spying tool.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Sen. Rand Paul Warns Both Parties’ Tug-Of-War Over Redistricting Could Fuel More Political Violence — Dec 14, 2025Republican Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul warned Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press” that both Republicans and Democrats’ tugs of war over their respective redistricting efforts may lead to further political violence…

‘Going To Wage War’: Marco Rubio Warns Strikes On Drug Cartels Will ‘Happen Again’ — Sep 3, 2025Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned on Wednesday that President Donald Trump’s administration is “going to wage war” on drug cartels by continuing to launch strikes against narco-terrorist vessels. The U.S. military…

Bill Clinton Warns Of ‘War’ On ‘Diversity’ In American PoliticsReporting — Dec 17, 2024Former President Bill Clinton warned on a podcast Monday that he believes there’s a “war” on “diversity” within American politics following President-elect Donald Trump’s win in November. During Vice President Kamala…

‘The Risk Is Growing’: Cyber Warfare Threats Inadvertently Targeting Commercial Flights Surge Amid Global WarsReporting — Sep 23, 2024The number of cyber warfare incidents appearing to inadvertently target commercial airliners has spiked dramatically in recent months amid global wars and geopolitical tensions, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday…

On X · @WWEWWE Highlights Solo Sikoa Laid Out Amid Backstage Chaos on RawThe @WWE post shares a video clip with the text “SOLO IS DOWN 😨 The CHAOS backstage CONTINUES!!”, showing a dramatic backstage segment from Monday Night Raw in which Solo Sikoa is attacked/laid out, apparently involving blood and continuing an ongoing multi-person storyline melee. It is trending because it captures a live, high-drama WWE storyline beat during Raw, driving immediate fan discussion, speculation about faction war games or multi-man matches, and especially widespread complaints about the video’s heavy pixelation/blurring of (fake) blood.997 likes · 4m

Trump Fed Chair Nominee Trolls Elizabeth Warren To Her Face During Hearing — Apr 21, 2026Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh mocked Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren’s question during his Tuesday confirmation hearing. President Donald Trump nominated Warsh to to replace Federal Reserve chair…

Putin Warned by Trump of ‘Severe Consequences’ If No Agreement On Ending the War is Reached — Aug 13, 2025President Donald Trump warned Wednesday there will be “very severe consequences” if Russian President Vladimir Putin refuses to halt the war in Ukraine after the two leaders meet later this week in Alaska. Trump made…

VS BattlePhysical Books vs E-ReadersPaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side

Famous Director Has Reportedly Burned a Striking Amount of Jet Fuel Despite Warnings About Global WarmingReporting — Aug 22, 2022Famous Hollywood director Steven Spielberg’s previous warnings about global warming are coming into question after a report revealed how much jet fuel he has burned in the past two months. On Monday, Fox News reported…

Minnesota Lawmakers Vote to Ban Police Use of Chokeholds and ‘Warrior-Style Training’Reporting — Jul 21, 2020In response to the Memorial Day killing of George Floyd, the Minnesota Legislature passed a bill banning the use of chokeholds and “warrior-style training” by police officers. Floyd died after a Minneapolis police…

Trump Warns Senate Not to Approve War Powers Resolution on IranReporting — Feb 12, 2020U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday warned the Senate against adopting a resolution that would curb his ability to wage war against Iran, saying it would send “a very bad signal” and allow Tehran to act with…

IJRBurglar With Uzi Chose Wrong House To Raid. It Didn’t End Well For Him.Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 8h

World Wars Reshape Global Economy, Study Finds — Jul 23, 2026A consensus across sources is that World War I and World War II profoundly reshaped the global economy, from the collapse of empires and reparations to hyperinflation, the Great Depression, and rapid industrialization. The wars also accelerated labor shifts, technological advances, and the United States’ rise as a dominant economic power, with wartime and post-war policies setting the stage for long-term economic transformation.

QuizPlan the date and the AI predicts how it endsBuild the whole evening — opener to goodnight text — and the AI forecasts the second date. With confidence.3 min · today's quiz

Trump Warns We’re Risking World War III: ‘Stupid People’ Don’t Have a ClueOpinion — Oct 11, 2022Former President Donald Trump has become increasingly worried about the war between Russia and Ukraine fearing that it can all too easily spin out of control and pull the rest of the world into a terrible world war. At…

Elizabeth Warren Says She Wants To Break up Big Tech So Companies Can’t ‘Heckle Senators With Snotty Tweets’Reporting — Mar 27, 2021Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts took her war for higher corporate taxes to Twitter Friday in a duel with giant retailer Amazon, and wound up complaining about “snotty tweets” from Big Tech. Warren…

A Year After Saying Don’t Run, Boston Globe Endorses WarrenReporting — Feb 26, 2020Roughly a year ago, The Boston Globe had a warning for Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.): you “missed your moment.” Around that time, the paper was urging Warren to reconsider her expected plans to run for president. A…

Warsh Signals Possible Hikes, Inflation Focus — 4dNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has moved to a more reserved communications style, offering far less forward guidance on inflation and policy than his predecessors, which has left markets unsettled about whether and when he might raise rates. As he prepares to speak at Jackson Hole, economists expect him to clarify his policy framework and inflation strategy, though skeptics warn he may still avoid concrete rate-signaling amid persistent price pressures.

Elena Vasquez Good catch. Hadn't noticed that angle.

On X · @TEN_offclK-pop Artist TEN Drops MV Sketch Teasers for Upcoming Single ‘OUTWEST’The post from @TEN_offcl shares photo sketches/teasers for the music video of his single “OUTWEST,” set for release on September 4, 2026, at 1PM KST / 12AM ET, along with related hashtags. It includes multiple artistic images (appearing stylish/edgy, with some fans noting a shirtless or bold look). It is trending due to strong engagement from TEN’s fanbase (NCT/WayV soloist), with thousands of likes/reposts, quotes, and replies shortly after posting, as fans eagerly await new music and visuals.1,013 likes · 5m

Netanyahu weaponises religion in Gaza war — 6dIsrael's war discourse is shaped by Netanyahu’s rhetoric that weaponizes religion and signals a proactive security doctrine of 'kill them first,' a shift highlighted at a Waldorf conference and linked to wider debates on how Israel confronts Gaza. Meanwhile, a soldier’s testimony reveals the IDF’s information warfare tactics to retrospective-incriminate victims’ associations with Hamas, as discussions of Jewish soft power in America probe how hard power is balanced with moral influence amid rising antisemitism.

Raj Patel This matches what I've seen elsewhere too.

Odysseus Maeotis Premieres in Wartime KyivWorld — 3dKyiv theater stages Odysseus, Maeotis as a wartime reimagining of Homer that blends active-duty soldiers with modern warfare imagery, delayed by Russian strikes but aimed at exploring return, home, and Ukrainian identity. The project sits alongside Ukraine’s cultural resilience, with discussions on nuclear security, NATO guarantees, and festival plans like Kharkiv’s East Opera Fest, underscoring a broader effort to preserve memory and national identity amid conflict.

Sergeant Stubby, the Dog Who Went to WarGood News — FROM 1918A stray who wandered onto a training field became America's most decorated war dog — warning of gas attacks and catching a spy by the seat of his pants.

Zelensky Rejects Wartime Elections, Citing Danger — Aug 23, 2026Zelensky reiterated that wartime elections are too dangerous and could destabilize Ukraine, noting that law prohibits holding polls during a conflict and urging focus on ending the war and maintaining national unity. The debate is fueled by former Defence Minister Fedorov, who has pressed for democratic restoration and is pursuing defense-tech ventures in the US, while Zelensky emphasizes preserving sovereignty and the military effort amid ongoing fighting.

Record-warm nights hit U.S. Southwest heatwave — Aug 21, 2026A prolonged heat wave across the U.S. Southwest driven by record-warm overnight temperatures continues, triggering extreme heat warnings from Death Valley to the Las Vegas area and along the Lower Colorado River Valley. The heat extends into New Mexico and North Texas with highs in the 90s to 100s, accompanied by intermittent storms and a forecast of hot conditions persisting into mid-to-late next week.

IJRAI Might Have Just Made Hacking A Bank Easier Than Ever, Finance Leader SaysDylan Kresak · 3 min · 8h