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Everything You Were Taught About Fear Gets You Killed
2+ week, 7+ hour ago (899+ words) BY Tegan Broadwater / June 10, 2026 The article discusses the importance of embracing fear rather than trying to suppress it, as illustrated by the experiences of DEA agent Hector Berrellez and the tragic fate of his colleague Paul Seema. It argues that…...
You're Not Naturally Safe in Mexico. The Cartels Allow You To Be
2+ week, 1+ day ago (715+ words) BY Tegan Broadwater / June 9, 2026 The article discusses the paradox of safety for tourists in Mexico, revealing that their protection often comes from the very cartels they are warned about. While tourists may feel secure at resorts, this safety is contingent…...
Evening Brief: Congress Puts Trump's Iran War On A Shorter Leash
2+ week, 5+ day ago (1313+ words) BY Guy D. Mc Cardle / June 4, 2026 The House voted 215-208 to pass a War Powers measure aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions against Iran without congressional approval, highlighting the ongoing debate over presidential war powers. This vote does not end the…...
Evening Brief: Iran Fires at U. S. -Used Air Base in Kuwait as Ceasefire Frays
3+ week, 1+ day ago (1247+ words) BY Guy D. Mc Cardle / June 1, 2026 Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missiles at Ali Al-Salem Air Base in Kuwait following a U. S. strike, highlighting the ongoing tension and psychological warfare between the two nations. Despite U. S. defenses intercepting the missiles, the incident underscores the…...
Largest Drone Strike of the War Hits Moscow
3+ week, 2+ day ago (480+ words) BY Warren Gray / June 1, 2026 On May 17, 2026, Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, targeting key infrastructure after Russia rejected a ceasefire proposal. The attack caused chaos at major airports and highlighted vulnerabilities in Russia's air defenses, leading to widespread…...
The Donbas Belt Is Russia's Last Real Shot at a Win
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (1458+ words) BY Dan Tharp / May 17, 2026 The war in Ukraine has devolved into a slow, attritional conflict, particularly in the Donetsk fortress belt, where Russian forces are struggling to make significant advances despite capturing key locations like Pokrovsk. The operational tempo favors…...
Gunfire at the Philippine Senate as Duterte Drug-War Case Hits Boiling Point
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (976+ words) BY Guy D. Mc Cardle / May 13, 2026 Gunfire erupted in the Philippine Senate compound as Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court, remained under protective custody. The incident raised concerns about the safety and legitimacy of the legislative…...
Before Calling It a War Crime: Why Legal Standards and Facts Still Matter in Modern Conflict
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (700+ words) BY Steve Gottlieb / May 12, 2026 Before "war crime" becomes the accusation of the day, the facts, the target, the commander's intent, and the Law of Armed Conflict all deserve more than a social media verdict. The term "war crime" seems to…...
Iran Turns Hormuz Into a Wartime Checkpoint
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (585+ words) BY Dan Tharp / May 9, 2026 Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz for commercial traffic, allowing only vessels approved by Tehran, while escalating military tensions with the U. S. following missile exchanges and tanker seizures. The situation has led to increased surveillance…...
The Bolduc Brief: The Persistence of Drug Trafficking in Post-Maduro Venezuela - A Complex Landscape
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (180+ words) BY Donald Bolduc / May 8, 2026 Despite the anticipated disruption of drug trafficking networks following Nicol's Maduro's removal, Venezuela's drug trade remains resilient and adaptive, with traffickers shifting routes rather than ceasing operations. The complexities of the situation highlight the need for…...