US arms sales jump by 50% in 2022 amid security concerns over war in Ukraine, China aggression
Security concerns from the war in Ukraine to China's aggression in the Far East has prompted U.S. arms sales to surge by nearly 50 percent during the 2022 fiscal year.
US Treasury announces additional sanctions on Russia's Wagner Group
The U.S. Treasury Department expanded sanctions on Russia's Wagner Group and announced new sanctions for entities supporting the military complex.
Germany sees its economy growing this year despite the Ukraine War
German economy will avoid recession if trends continue. Germany's manufacturing base relied heavily on Russian natural gas that stopped flowing when Russia invaded Ukraine.
Paris rushing to finish 2024 Olympics construction work
The Porte de la Chapelle Arena in construction for the Paris2024 Olympic games has been delayed by supply chain distortion caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Marine Corps combat vet pairs barbecue and craft beer at Time Travelers Brewing in Oregon
Lonzo Tackett served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2006 to 2011, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. He recently opened Time Travelers Brewing in Oregon.
Twitter blue checks reportedly purchased by Taliban officials revoked
Senior Taliban officials bought blue checks from Twitter but the verified status appears to have been revoked after media reports of the purchases.
Iran's oil exports surge amid demand from China, Venezuela
Iran's oil exports are surging to their highest level in several years despite the ongoing U.S. sanctions amid strong demand from China and Venezuela.
Russian car sales down 58.8% in 2022 as sanctions hit auto industry hard
Car sales in Russia collapsed by 58.8% in 2022, the Association of European Businesses (AEB) said on Thursday.
New York Gov. Hochul announces plans to ban gas heating in new homes, buildings constructed in next few years
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, in her state of the state address, announced zero-emission new construction and the phase out of the sale of new fossil fuel heating equipment.
Florida congresswoman urges Washington to 'evaluate' Ukraine spending: 'We're not auditing'
Florida Republican Rep. Anna Paulina Luna discussed whether Kevin McCarthy's concessions could lead to a government shutdown and addressed Ukraine spending.
BlackRock's Fink talks Ukraine reconstruction with Zelenskyy
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a video conference discussing their coordinated efforts in rebuilding the country
Elon Musk says nearly 100 Starlinks active in Iran amid protests, censorship
Nearly 100 Starlink terminals are active in Iran amid widespread internet disruptions and mass protests over the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini.
Russia’s gas production, exports shrink from sanctions pressure: report
Russia’s natural-gas production will fall by 12% this year and its exports will decline by about a quarter, a sign that intentional pressure on the country from sanctions on oil are taking a toll.
Omnibus contains $11.9B for Pentagon to replenish weapon systems sent to Ukraine
Congress is providing the Pentagon nearly $12 billion to replenish depleted inventories of weapon systems that have been supplied to Ukraine for its war against Russia.
Russia, China threat ‘alarming’: Foreign policy expert
Mary Kissel, former senior adviser to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, reacts to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to meet with President Biden.
EU countries set up gas cap to counter energy crisis
Energy ministers for the European Union agreed to a price cap earlier this week to combat the ongoing energy crisis ravaging the continent.
Putin accuses West of 'robbery' through sanctions in national speech on flagging economy
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the West of "robbery" operating under the guise of international sanction as penalties bite Moscow's economy.
Canada revokes Nord Stream sanction waiver despite European energy woes
Canada has revoked a temporary sanction waiver issued to allow repairs to the Nord Stream pipeline and said Putin showed no intention of getting the pipeline back up and running.
Nestle announces launch of $43 million facility in Ukraine
Nestlé to invest $43 million to launch a new production facility in western Ukraine as the country is dealing with the economic impact of Russia's invasion.
Larry Kudlow: The US and EU wouldn't be in this energy fix if they kept fossil fuel spigots open
Larry Kudlow calls out hypocrisy from the European Union for assisting Russia through LNG imports and sending support to Ukraine at the same time on 'Kudlow.'