Russia is having its fair share of military challenges over the last few months, highlighted by low morale among troops and logistical challenges. The recent bombing of the bridge connecting Crimea and Russia has made matters worse for Russian President Vladimir Putin, as the bridge served as a reliable artery for supplying Crimea with military…

Russia’s latest threats over Ukraine included references to World War III; Alex Jones was ordered to pay nearly $1 billion to those affected by the Sandy Hook shooting; and a large boost to Social Security benefits is expected. These stories highlight the daily rundown for Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022. Russia threatens World War III – Russian…

The U.S. is doubling down its support of Ukraine for the “long haul.” The commitment came down today from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, to support Ukraine’s defenders “indefinitely” through “all seasons.” Austin spoke at a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contract Group in Belgium. He said the group, which includes participants from more than 50…

The embattled Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant lost power again; President Joe Biden said there will be “consequences” for Saudi Arabia after OPEC’s oil cut; and the White House released a preview of the upcoming student loan forgiveness application website. These stories highlight the Daily Rundown for Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant loses power…

Excerpted from Peter’s Oct. 10 “Zeihan on Geopolitics” newsletter: I’m going to be discussing some disturbing aspects of the Ukraine War today. Consider this your parental advisory.   In the aftermath of the Russia’s failed Kyiv offensive, the world became aware of the omnipresent nature of Russian war crimes. The Russian retreat exposed a raft…

Russia attacked multiple Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, with strikes; North Korea explains its reasoning behind its recent missile launches; and a former Federal Reserve chairman won the Nobel Prize in economics. These stories highlight the Daily Rundown for Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. Russia launches strikes on Ukraine – At least eights people were killed and dozens…

Russian nationals are risking their lives to avoid fighting in the war against Ukraine. They are fleeing the country and seeking asylum in the U.S.  The dangerous journey across the Bearing Sea highlights the lengths to which some Russians are willing to take to dodge being called up to fight in Putin’s military. Two Russians…

President Joe Biden said the risk of nuclear “Armageddon” is at its highest level in 60 years; federal agents have gathered what they believe is sufficient evidence to charge President Biden’s son Hunter; and this year’s Nobel Peace Prize winners are seen as a rebuke to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Theses stories highlight the Daily…

On Oct. 5, 2022, President Joe Biden will visit Florida to survey the damage left behind by Hurricane Ian; a South Korean missile misfires during drills in response to North Korea; and Russia formally annexes portions of Ukraine. Biden to visit Hurricane Ian aftermath in Florida – President Biden will visit Fort Myers, Florida, Wednesday…

A video circulating on social media reportedly shows a massive Russian freight convoy carrying nuclear equipment towards the Ukrainian frontline. The video aired Sunday on a pro-Moscow Telegram channel called Rybar. The video has sparked fears that Russia will test its nuclear torpedo drone, the Poseidon, which has been called the “weapon of the apocalypse.”…