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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 27, 2025

Russia extends ban on gasoline exports through October

Chris Roberts hopes Squadron 42 will be “almost as big” as GTA VI next year

Police Identify Robert ‘Robin’ Westman as Suspect in Minneapolis Catholic School Shooting

In 2023, artificial intelligence (AI) data centers consumed 4.4% of electricity in the United States, which could triple by 2028.

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 26, 2025

Ukraine allows men aged 18–22 to leave country for the first time since full-scale invasion began

Turkey to build bomb shelters across the country

Misinformation over JICA’s Africa ‘hometown’ initiative sparks controversy

Pakistan is undergoing an energy revolution fuelled by a sharp rise in solar-plus-battery systems. In 2024, Pakistan’s solar imports more-than tripled compared to 2023, reaching nearly $2.1 billion. Based on current growth trends, solar-plus-battery systems could provide over a quarter of Pakistan’s peak energy demand as well as most daytime electricity needs by 2030.

YouTube Using AI To Secretly Alter Creators’ Videos Without Their Knowledge

Flesh-eating parasite found in US patient for first time in decades

Framework Laptop 16 update brings Nvidia GeForce to the modular gaming laptop

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 25, 2025

Ukraine Will Receive First Of Thousands Of New U.S. Made Standoff Missiles In The Coming Weeks

Drone Strikes on Refineries Push Russia’s Gasoline Prices to Record Highs

Turkey implements barriers to prevent shipping to and from Israel

French government risks collapse after Bayrou calls high-stakes confidence vote. One government adviser, who was granted anonymity to speak freely, raised the specter of France being put under the supervision of the International Monetary Fund or the Troika, the trio of institutions that enforced austerity measures during the eurozone crisis, if nothing were done.

4 African countries get official hometowns, special visa category in Japan under migration deal

The Price Increases That Should Cause Americans More Alarm

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 24, 2025

Nord Stream sabotage: Arrest raises difficult questions
Israel Strikes Near Yemen Presidential Palace After Houthi Missile Launch

The German welfare state is no longer financially sustainable, Friedrich Merz said on Saturday. The chancellor argued for a fundamental reassessment of the benefits system as spending continues to soar past last year’s record of €47bn (£40bn).

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 22, 2025

Colombian Black Hawk Downed By Drone Is A Glimpse Of What’s To Come. Yu Yong-weon, a member of South Korea’s National Assembly belonging to the People Power Party, told The Korea Times that the vulnerability of helicopters to proliferated air defenses and loitering munitions/drones that have been showcased to the world in Ukraine spurred the decision. “Drones and smart systems are redefining the modern battlefield,” Yu explained. “Rather than clinging to expensive legacy platforms, we must invest in capabilities that reflect the future of warfare.”

James Dobson, Focus on the Family founder and key leader on the Christian right, dies at 89

For some people, music doesn’t connect with any of the brain’s reward circuits

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 21, 2025

Russian gas prices surge to new heights

Tax hikes in Russia are ‘unavoidable,’ government source tells Reuters

Arrest made over Nord Stream pipeline explosions

Israeli military begins new offensive targeting Gaza City

German Conservatives Roiled by Chancellor’s Decision on Arms for Israel

NY Appeals Court Throws Out $454 Million Civil Penalty Against Trump

‘Near historical’ Hurricane Erin among largest storms ever recorded in the Atlantic at over 500 miles wide

Four Ways to Fix Government HR