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Trump Signals Possible End to U.S.-Iran War — 4dIranian security officials repeated that there will be no negotiations with the United States until Washington complies with Iran’s conditions linked to the Islamabad Memorandum and signals that Tehran’s control of Hormuz and the broader oil situation have changed, criticizing Trump’s mixed messages as irrelevant to the core demands. The officials insist sanctions relief, release of frozen assets, and a regional ceasefire are prerequisites, while the U.S. naval blockade remains a lever in ongoing tensions.

Crypto, banks take lobbying war to US senators' home states ahead of key vote — Sep 9, 2026

Nicole Hardy Senators should focus on what actually helps regular people instead of whichever lobby spends more back home.

Von der Leyen to Address AI Wildfires Ukraine and Trade in EU Speech — 4d"Von der Leyen will deliver the EU’s annual State of the European Union address in Strasbourg to outline priorities for the coming year, likely covering AI, climate change, wildfires, online safety for children, Russia’s war in Ukraine, the Middle East, and trade, with the contents kept under wraps." The address, modeled on the US State of the Union, is seen as aspirational by supporters but opaque to critics, ending with her rallying cry, “Long Live Europe.”

Elena Vasquez I hope her speech pushes concrete steps on AI safety and Ukraine aid instead of vague promises.

Missouri beats Kansas 38-21 for fifth straight Border War win — Sep 12, 2026Missouri defeated Kansas 38-21 in Lawrence, extending its Border War winning streak to five straight and its first trip across the state line since 2005. Quarterback Austin Simmons threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns as Jamal Roberts ran for 125 yards, while Missouri’s defense and timely turnovers, including second-half stops by Robert Woodyard, helped seal the win.

Sam Okafor Simmons throwing three touchdowns while Roberts ran for 125 yards shows a balanced attack that Kansas couldn't match.

Russia Begins First Duma Election Since Invasion — 6dThe Russian State Duma elections, slated for September 18-20, are expected to again favor United Russia under tight Kremlin control and serve as a barometer of public support for the war in Ukraine, with limited real opposition on the ballot. Russians abroad—from Kerala in India to South Africa and other consulates—are voting at dedicated polling sites, reflecting efforts to mobilize turnout while observers flag concerns about legitimacy and potential manipulation of participation.

BRICS Leaders Bridge Divisions to Adopt New Delhi Declaration — Sep 12, 2026BRICS leaders at the New Delhi summit are poised to approve a joint declaration that condemns unilateral war by any country while avoiding naming specific states, as they work to bridge the Iran-UAE gulf divide. The declaration, aligned with a broader push against unilateral sanctions and non-UN-authorized coercion, is expected to be finalized and endorsed on Saturday.

Rachel Meyers The stand against non-UN sanctions is welcome but these groups often struggle to enforce their own words.

Wyoming football rallies past Northern Colorado in final minutes — 6dWyoming’s volleyball team was swept by Colorado State in the 101st Border War, extending CSU’s domination in the series and leaving the Cowgirls to regroup after a tough lineup change. In football, Wyoming rallied past Northern Colorado 21-13 after a lightning delay, with Tyler Hughes throwing two TDs and safety Jones Thomas sealing the win with interceptions late in the game.

Nicole Hardy The volleyball sweep by Colorado State leaves the Cowgirls with plenty to fix.

World War II Veterans Celebrated Across North AmericaPolitics — Sep 6, 2026A wave of World War II veterans are reaching 100 and being celebrated nationwide, including centenarians in Iowa and Texas honored at birthday gatherings and memorials, as well as Connecticut veterans being recognized with Wartime Service Medals at a ceremony. The tributes highlight long service, personal histories, and ongoing community gratitude for their sacrifices across multiple states.

Mandel’s 'Exit Party' Expands Dystopian MandelverseEntertainment — 6dEmily St. John Mandel's Exit Party is a 2031 post-civil-war dystopian novel that splits between parallel versions of the United States and follows Ari Waker amid Mandelverse connections to her earlier works, highlighting a blend of crime and sci-fi and themes of surveillance and political fracture. Across interviews and profiles, outlets emphasize how current political anxieties inspired the book, Mandel's plans for adapting Exit Party for screen, and the cohesive universe linking her acclaimed novels.

U.S. Envoys Seek Momentum in Ukraine War Talks — Aug 31, 2026Putin appears to be seeking ways to prolong or broaden the war in Ukraine, despite diplomatic pressure and war-weariness at home, with warnings of possible escalations toward NATO states. Zelenskyy says Putin personally wants the conflict to continue, while noting that Moscow's mood could shift and that U.S. envoy efforts—Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner—are being organized to push for peace, with September potentially altering the war’s trajectory as Ukraine and its partners pursue steps to protect civilians and achieve peace.

Kremlin Rejects Japan Request Over Khabarovsk WWII MonumentWorld — Sep 8, 2026The Kremlin refused Japan's request to dismantle the new World War II memorial in Khabarovsk, defending the statue of a Soviet soldier as a commemorative symbol and stating that Moscow will not reconsider the installation. Japan condemned the monument as disrespectful to national sentiment over the chrysanthemum crest and urged its removal, accusing Russia of militaristic revisionism.

U.S. Hosts G20 Energy Talks Amid Fuel Shock — 5dThe United States hosts a three-day G20 Energy Abundance summit in Houston with delegations from major economies and oil producers, focusing on expanding affordable baseload power, mineral supply chains, and streamlined infrastructure while Moscow’s participation and the Russia invite controversy test diplomatic lines. The discussions come as the Iran conflict disrupts global energy flows, pushing crude above $100 a barrel and lifting U.S. diesel to a record $6.20 per gallon and gasoline costs about 44% higher than pre-war levels, highlighting energy-security concerns ahead of winter.

Trump calls Iran conflict 'a little war' despite warnings of weapon shortages — Aug 31, 2026Donald Trump has framed the Iran conflict as a “relatively little war” for the United States while accusing his predecessor of giving Ukraine about $300 billion in weapons for free, claiming Ukraine would have to pay through European NATO members. Reports also warn that the US missile stockpiles are being drawn down as authorities consider further strikes on Iran, feeding concerns about the ability to respond to threats from China and Russia.

Sam Okafor Funny how Ukraine's aid needs a repayment plan but this "little war" doesn't get the same scrutiny on cost.

Thousands Attend Mladić Funeral Amid EU Condemnation — Sep 7, 2026Ratko Mladic, the Bosnian Serb commander convicted of genocide and crimes against humanity, died in prison at 84 and was given a state-supported funeral in Belgrade that drew thousands and lavish military honors, despite ongoing international condemnation. The event exposed a stark divide between many Serbs who revere him and European Union officials who criticized the glorification of a war criminal amid Serbia’s EU accession process.

Priya Raman Whatever people believe about him, thousands turning out shows how deep the divide over that war still runs in the region.

Six Months After Iran War, Middle East TransformedWorld — Aug 27, 2026Six months after the US-Israel strike on Iran, Tehran has endured the assault and regained leverage, signaling a more resilient and radical regime that challenges Western aims and could reset regional dynamics, including by exploiting the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Gulf Arab states are reassessing security guarantees from the United States, and Israel risks a deeper estrangement with Washington as it confronts protracted wars in Gaza and stalled normalization with Saudi Arabia.

Secretary of State Blinken Rejects Looming ‘Cold War’ With China As Biden Pushes for MultilateralismReporting — May 13, 2021Secretary of State Antony Blinken refused to characterize the increasingly sour geopolitical relationship between Washington and Beijing as a “new Cold War” last week amid the United States’ intensified diplomatic…

Trump Has No Shortage Of Targets In His War Against Blue State Climate Lawfare — Apr 15, 2025President Donald Trump has plenty of targets to choose from to begin his war against blue state lawsuits and legislation designed to punish energy companies for their role in climate change. On April 8, Trump signed an…

U.S. Ready to Finish Any War Started With Iran: Defense SecretaryReporting — Jan 8, 2020U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Tuesday the United States wants to de-escalate tensions with Iran, but the country is ready to finish any war that could be started. “We are not looking to start a war with…

CNN Panel Goes Haywire After Iranian Political Prisoner Says Trump Did Not Start War With Iran — Mar 6, 2026A former Iranian political prisoner sent a CNN panel off the rails after he said that Iran considered itself at war with the United States. President Donald Trump announced that the United States military and the…

Russian State TV Employee Fined Over Sign Protesting WarReporting — Mar 15, 2022A Russian state television employee has been fined 30,000 roubles, roughly $280, after holding up a sign on-air protesting the war in Ukraine. Politico reported Marina Ovsyannikova, an editor at the Kremlin-backed…

‘It’s Been The Greatest’: Eric Swalwell Gushes About How Much He Thinks Ukraine War Has Helped US — Mar 3, 2025Democratic California Rep. Eric Swalwell on Monday touted what he said were the benefits of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war for the United States. The war has spanned three years, resulting in many thousands of…

STEVE MILLOY: Al Gore Got Climate Wars All Wrong — Mar 16, 2026Al Gore said that climate change could lead to war. That has not happened. Instead, the climate alarm he helped foment has fueled war. In his 2007 Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech, Gore stated: “Climate refugees have…

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.

EXCLUSIVE: Tom Emmer Says More Blue States Are ‘On Notice’ In Trump’s War On Fraud — Mar 5, 2026House Majority Whip Tom Emmer said Minnesota’s fellow blue states will be the next fronts in the Trump administration’s war on fraud. As much as $9 billion in taxpayer funds may have been stolen from Minnesota’s social…

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