Recession in Germany is unavoidable amid Russia’s war in Ukraine and the energy shortage that has followed, Deutsche Bank CEO Christian Sewing warned Wednesday. But his words of caution stretched beyond the country’s relationship with Russia, noting its dependence on China must also be examined. “Russia’s war against Ukraine has destroyed a number of certainties…

The Ukraine war and subsequent sanctions are placing a massive strain on the Russian military engine. Putin’s ability to buy weaponry has been severely hampered, forcing the country to seek more questionable suppliers like Iran and North Korea. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan argues that if the world’s largest artillery manufacturer — Russia — is…

As the Ukraine war rages on, Russia is reportedly turning to North Korea to purchase missiles and artillery. While Moscow denies the reports, U.S. intelligence said the move is a sign of Vladimir Putin’s increased desperation for his country’s war effort. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan says there is more bad news for Russia. He…

On Sept. 7, 2022, former President Donald Trump’s pick in the Massachusetts Republican gubernatorial primary celebrates a victory, Russia’s president is set to meet with China’s leader next week, and Apple will hold its Far Out event likely to unveil the new iPhone 14. Trump endorsement primary win – Former President Trump picked up another…

The Russian and Chinese militaries are cozying up, yet again, for another round of war games. The two communist countries kicked off the large-scale, weeklong event in Russia’s far east and the Sea of Japan. The games come as both countries are trying to flex military might, but for different reasons. Political analysts said China…

Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman is going to Russia. He said he’s going to help free Brittney Griner. The five-time NBA champion and part-time goodwill ambassador told NBC News over the weekend he got permission to go to Russia and “help that girl.” Griner was arrested in February and sentenced to nine years in…

On August 19, 2022, a judge approves the partial release of the Mar a Lago affidavit, a star witness the in R. Kelly trial testified, and Xi, Putin to attend G-20 Summit.  Judge approves partial release of Mar-a-Lago affidavit – Portions of the affidavit that led to last week’s raid on former President Donald Trump’s…

The war in Ukraine has not gone the way Russia intended. One U.S. official now pegs Russian casualties somewhere between 700,000 to 800,000 and the U.S. recently announced another $1 billion in military aid. Just yesterday, the New York Times reported an explosion at a Russian military base in annexed Crimea, likely at the hands…

Top Headlines August 5th, 2022: Sen. Sinema to vote yes on spending bill – Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) announced Thursday night she is on board with Senate democrats’ $430 billion Inflation Reduction Act after securing some minor changes to the legislation. “We have agreed to remove the carried interest tax provision, protect advanced manufacturing, and…

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) has reportedly landed in Taiwan. The skies and waters surrounding the small island remained quiet as American warships and Chinese warplanes are on standby. China has warned against the anticipated trip for weeks. Chinese leader Xi Jinping told President Biden in a phone call last week the U.S. is playing…