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  • German Supplied Air Defense Systems are Defending Ukraine Territory from Drones and Missiles

    German-supplied air defense systems are helping defend Ukraine’s territory from drones and missiles. This is an ongoing development in the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

  • Blue Beetle Director Angel Manuel Soto on Latino Representation in DC Movie

    The director of Blue Beetle, Angel Manuel Soto, discusses the importance of Latino representation in the upcoming DC movie.

  • Should Trump’s Indictment Trial be Televised? About That…

    A discussion about whether Donald Trump’s indictment trial should be televised and the implications of such a decision.

  • AI Can Now Attend Zoom Meetings for You

    A new AI feature allows users to have an AI “attend” their Zoom meetings on their behalf. This can be used to save users time and automate some tasks.

  • Randall Park’s Directorial Debut in “Shortcomings” Felt Natural

    Randall Park, known for his acting roles, discusses his directorial debut in the film “Shortcomings” and how the experience felt natural to him.

  • Biden Confronts Media Outlets’ Shorts

    President Joe Biden criticizes media outlets for wearing shorts during press briefings. He emphasizes the importance of professionalism in journalism.

  • Murder Suspect Confesses to Shooting Two People at Oklahoma QuikTrip Gas Station and Library

    A murder suspect confesses to shooting two individuals at a QuikTrip gas station and library in Oklahoma. The investigation is ongoing.

  • Hawaii’s Governor Vows to Protect Against Predatory Land Buying in Devastated Lahaina

    Hawaii’s Governor pledges to protect the region of Lahaina from predatory land buying following its devastation.

  • Irreversible Movement Towards a Faceless, Remote, Electronically-enabled Society – Dr. David Starkey

    Dr. David Starkey discusses the irreversible movement towards a faceless, remote, and electronically-enabled society.

  • Ex-Wife Charged in Death of Microsoft Executive

    The ex-wife of a Microsoft executive is charged in his death. The investigation is ongoing.

  • Why China will be Watching as Ukraine’s Marines Attack Russian Troops – Defense in Depth

    An analysis of why China will be closely monitoring Ukraine’s marine attacks on Russian troops, discussing the broader geopolitical implications.

  • What does Libya’s Political Future Hold? – Inside Story

    An examination of Libya’s political future and the factors that will shape it. The report delves into the challenges and possibilities the country faces.

Sport


In This Story: Call of Duty

Call of Duty is a first-person shooter video game franchise published by Activision. Starting out in 2003, it first focused on games set in World War II. Over time, the series has seen games set in the midst of the Cold War, futuristic worlds, and outer space.

5 Recent Items: Call of Duty

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 x The Boys – Official A-Train and Firecracker Trailer

Activision’s Anti-Cheat Tech Will Shut Your Game Down If You Turn On Aim Assist – IGN Daily Fix

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 – Official Rio Map Trailer

PlayStation Plus Games for January 2024 Announced – IGN Daily Fix

In This Story: China

China is the third largest country in the world by area and the largest country in the world by population. Properly known as the People’s Republic of China, the political territory of the country includes Tibet and Hong Kong. The capital is Beijing.

7 Recent Items: China

Why The World Is Rushing Back To The Moon

How will the situation in the Red Sea evolve?

WEF founder: China plays responsible, responsive role in face of new global setting

WEF founder emphasizes crucial role of Davos meeting in addressing global challenges

Teams from China’s north, south meet in Harbin’s ice dragon boat race

WEF Founder highlights China’s remarkable economic momentum and will for progress

Where Are All the Chinese Tourists?

In This Story: Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Sergeyevich Medvedev is a Russian professional tennis player. He is currently ranked by the Association of Tennis Professionals as world No. 2, which is his career-high singles ranking first achieved on 15 March 2021.

5 Recent Items: Daniil Medvedev

Daniil Medvedev Press Conference | Australian Open 2024 Third Round

Felix Auger-Aliassime v Daniil Medvedev Highlights | Australian Open 2024

Daniil Medvedev On-Court Interview | Australian Open 2024 Third Round

Emil Ruusuvuori v Daniil Medvedev Extended Highlights | Australian Open 2024 Second Round

Daniil Medvedev On-Court Interview | Australian Open 2024 Second Round

In This Story: David Starkey

David Robert Starkey CBE is an English historian and radio and television presenter, with views that he describes as conservative. The only child of Quaker parents, he attended Kendal Grammar School before studying at Cambridge through a scholarship.

2 Recent Items: David Starkey

Climate Change | Is it time the King stepped in?

‘Strange sense of surprise’: David Starkey reflects on the Queen’s death

In This Story: Donald Trump

Donald John Trump was the 45th President of the United States. Before entering politics, he was a businessman and television personality. Trump was born and raised in Queens, a borough of New York City, and received a bachelor’s degree in economics from the Wharton School.

5 Recent Items: Donald Trump

‘DISRESPECTFUL’: Tim Scott takes heat for endorsing Trump

Are those most opposed to Trump aiding his election?

Trump claims he prevented ‘nuclear holocaust’ in released deposition tapes

Donald Trump endorsed by Tim Scott amid speculation he could be election running mate

Is Tim Scott in the running to be Trump’s VP pick?

In This Story: Hawaii

Hawaii is a state in the Western United States, located in the Pacific Ocean about 2,000 miles from the U.S. mainland. It is the only state outside North America, the only state that is an archipelago, and the only state in the tropics.

2 Recent Items: Hawaii

Murray finds magic in Hawaii, rookie Adrien Dumont de Chassart | The CUT | PGA TOUR Originals

Highlights | Round 4 | Sony Open | 2024

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