Canada backs Greenland mine producing metal crucial to defence industries
COPENHAGEN, June 29 – Canada has given C$7 million ($4.93 million) in grants to a Greenland molybdenum mining project, a critical metal used in aerospace, energy and defence, Greenland Resources…
Russia pounds on the gates of Ukraine’s ‘fortress belt’
KYIV/NEAR DRUZHKIVKA, Ukraine, June 29 – Russia is grinding its way into Kostiantynivka, a key stronghold in Ukraine’s eastern “fortress belt” long coveted by the Kremlin, even as its gains…
Iran cyberattacks on Israel surged in 2026, Israeli cyber chief says
June 29 – The number of Iranian cyberattacks against Israel has shot up since the launch of the U.S.-Israeli offensive against Iran this year, a senior Israeli security official was…
Trump cut a billion-dollar mining deal. His sons stand to profit
These kinds of deals are a warning sign, a US Representative said. Read More
Trump cut a billion-dollar mining deal. His sons stand to profit
These kinds of deals are a warning sign, a US Representative said. Read More
‘Hair is just hair’: A ‘Bald Meet-up’ fosters a sense of empowerment
The internet has also brought bald people together, including on a popular Reddit page. Read More
Argentine president names interior minister to be new cabinet chief
BUENOS AIRES, June 28 – Argentina’s President Javier Milei announced on Sunday the appointment of Interior Minister Diego Santilli as the new chief of cabinet, according to a post on…
Britain plans ‘hybrid’ warship to replace ageing destroyer fleet
Reflecting a shift toward drones, the new ship will act as a control hub for uncrewed systems. Read More
Capricious, violent, arbitrary: Venezuela’s twin quakes
LA GUAIRA, Venezuela, June 28 – I was lying on my bed, thinking about watching the Brazil soccer game — I can’t even remember who they were playing — when…
Looting, theft in Venezuela’s earthquake zone add to tragedy
There are reports of all kinds of crimes. Read More