JUNE 3. 2026

The Afghanistan-Pakistan Border Is Still Unstable

There is a brief lull in violence, but the root causes of the conflict haven’t been addressed.

Stop Calling It a Ceasefire

How many acts of war must occur before the mainstream media accepts there is no ceasefire between the U. S. , Israel, and Iran?

India’s Cockroach Movement Gains Momentum

A satirical political party has tapped into the discontent among unemployed youth.

Iran Launches Deadly Attack on Kuwait’s Main Airport

Experts warn that continued strikes could jeopardize peace talks.

What to Know About Ethiopia’s Election

Abiy’s all-but-certain victory threatens to destabilize the African nation.

Why Is Trump Targeting Brazilian Gangs?

The U. S. designation of two Brazilian crime groups as terrorist organizations scrambles already tense bilateral relations.

The New Weapon Behind Ukraine’s Battlefield Success

Mid-range drones that can hit targets almost 100 miles behind Russian lines have changed the game.

Congress Prepares for a Consequential Iran Vote

Tehran may feel empowered to wait out U. S. demands for concessions in face of war-weary American public.

The U. S. and Taiwanese Militaries Can’t Really Fight Together

A joint campaign to defend the island would struggle to operate effectively.

America Enabled the Gulf’s African Adventurism

Why Washington let its Middle Eastern partners wreak havoc in Africa

Confessions of a Fair-Weather Knicks Fan

The problem with sports is that sports either: 1) functions as an allegorical enclosure inside which everything else can be glimpsed and

Middle East Cease-Fires Matter Even When They’re Broken

De-escalation, rather than lasting peace, is still important.

Texas State Takeover of Local School Districts Expands, Raising Concerns

Since 2020, the state education agency has taken over eight school districts — four in just the past few months — and installed leaders linked to Houston’s controversial superintendent, Mike Miles. At least another 10 are at risk of takeover.

Lawmakers Demand Answers After the White House Initiated a $620M Loan to a Firm Tied to Donald Trump Jr.

In a letter, a group of Democratic Congress members wrote that ProPublica’s reporting on the deal “reveals a staggering level of corruption and influence. ”

A Low-Income Housing Program Is Pouring Billions Into Housing Many People Can’t Afford

The federal tax credit provides up to $15 billion in subsidies a year to help developers build apartments. It’s created housing that’s often no more affordable than the market rate.

New York backtracked on its climate goals. Here’s why.

Lawmakers wanted to lead the energy transition, but Governor Kathy Hochul is worried about the cost of ditching natural gas.

Nebraskans are taking a hard look at data centers

Residents and officials are finding ways to slow down the development rush.

Biden’s clean drinking water plan is being rebranded as MAHA

The EPA is distributing billions authorized under the Biden administration while promoting the work as part of the Make America Healthy Again initiative.

Establishment Dems Stave Off the Left in Key California Congressional Primaries

State Senator Scott Weiner and Rep. Jimmy Gomez easily advanced ahead of challengers who called out their positions on Israel.

Why Asia’s Not Buying What Hegseth’s Selling

A Shangri-La charm offensive collided with regional values.