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Military / WarThe Veil
France faces a fresh budget battle that threatens to topple another government as debt costs spiral
Rising debt costs and a fractious Assembly raise the stakes as France readies its finance bill, with OAT volatility and a confidence test looming.
- 7 min
- France
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Chris Pappas Cuts New Hampshire Senate TV Ad Spending: Report
Pappas’s Senate campaign reportedly pulls TV buys in a NH market, signaling a rapid resource shift as polls show a dead heat with John Sununu.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Stars and Stripes shows how government‑funded journalism can work – if it’s free to report the truth
Pentagon oversight moves spur alarm over limits on Stars and Stripes’ independent reporting, raising questions on transparency and government-funded media.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China-linked hackers infiltrated US government networks before FBI takedown
FBI seizes QTFY domains after intrusions at U.S. agencies and DOE labs, with data stolen from 300+ orgs; action announced in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Do You Know About U.S. Military Spending? Help ProPublica Understand Where the Money Goes.
ProPublica invites insiders and taxpayers to share records on Pentagon costs, delays, and overruns to map where defense dollars go.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Taiwan passes annual budget after long delay, including drone spending
Legislative Yuan ends record delay, approving 2026 budget with added funds for drones and surveillance, enabling agencies to resume deferred projects.
- 7 min
- Taiwan
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israel critic wins US Senate primary despite record AIPAC spending on rival (VIDEOS) — RT World News
El-Sayed edges out rival despite $32M in AIPAC-backed spending, signaling rifts over Middle East policy and super PAC influence ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Colorado River reservoirs hit record lows as government threatens major cuts
Washington warns sweeping water cuts as Lake Mead and Lake Powell hit record lows, with basin states deadlocked and unilateral federal action possible.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump heading to NATO summit amid tensions over defense spending, Iran war
President Trump travels to Ankara for a NATO summit as allies press U.S. commitments, Washington pushes higher defense outlays, and Iran risks loom.
- 6 min
- Turkey
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Meta’s woes deepen in India as child abuse ads on Instagram draw government ire
Government scrutiny in India intensifies after child abuse–linked ads on Instagram, raising probes into Meta’s safety, liability, and ad systems.
- 7 min
- India
Military / WarThe Veil
Yemen's Houthis kill 16 government troops; cargo ship reports attack in Red Sea
Clashes near Hodeidah left 16 government troops dead as a cargo vessel reported an attack off the Red Sea coast, raising risks for regional shipping.
- 7 min
- Yemen
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
White House requests $87.6 billion supplemental spending for Iran war, farm aid
Administration requests $87.6B supplemental for Iran-related defense and U.S. farm aid, setting up swift negotiations on Capitol Hill.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Taiwan president says he 'won't give up' on defence spending after parliament cuts
In New Taipei, President Lai pledges to uphold core defense programs despite opposition-led cuts, exploring phased funding to limit delays.
- 6 min
- Taiwan
Military / WarThe Veil
U.K. defense secretary resigns, saying the government isn’t willing to spend enough on the military
John Healey quits in London, citing inadequate defense funding, raising questions on U.K. readiness, budgets, and NATO commitments as a successor is sou...
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Global SummitsThe Veil
Defense spending, China in Asia and lessons from Ukraine: Takeways from the 2026 IISS Shangri-La Dialogue
Defense chiefs weighed China’s posture, spending, and Ukraine lessons, eyeing maritime security, industry capacity, and rules to guide regional deterrence.
- 7 min
- Singapore
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Despite deadly Washington implosion, chemical industry poised to see less government oversight
Paper mill implosion and hazmat evacuations expose safety gaps as U.S. regulators weigh easing rules for chemical and heavy industry.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says Iran's government is in a "state of collapse," but analysts see evolution, not fractures
As Trump pushes for a deal with an Iranian regime he portrays as deeply fractured, analysts say power in Tehran may be shifting, but that doesn't mean d
- 3 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran hangs 3 people over involvement in anti-government protests
Iran hanged three people tied to anti-government protests, reports say, as judiciary-led crackdowns intensify following regional conflict.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
US military pushes for boost in 2027 spending on drones and air defenses used in Iran war
Pentagon signals tens of billions in FY2027 for drones, IAMD, and fighters to counter missile, drone, and proxy threats; Congress’s stance uncertain.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Rand Paul Slams Projected $700 Billion Iran War Spending Amid $2 Trillion Deficit: 'The Enemy Is Debt' -
Sen. Rand Paul says a projected $700B Iran war outlay atop a $2T deficit threatens the dollar, urging budget restraint amid defense funding debates.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran government
At least four Iranian nationals linked to Iran’s government lose U.S. visas or residency, signaling tighter entry rules and likely legal, diplomatic pus...
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's 2027 Budget Proposes $1.5 Trillion Defense Spending, 10% Domestic Cuts— Here's What To Know
New York unveils plan shifting funds to defense amid deficit concerns; markets and Congress brace for uneven impacts and tough negotiations.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Retail sales rise 0.6% in February, but impact of Iran war threatens to derail spending
Autos and apparel led February’s rebound, but conflict-driven fuel and shipping costs may cool spending in spring, pressuring retailers’ outlooks.
- 6 min
- Iran
Environment / ClimateThe Veil
Tyler Linderbaum's $81M record-breaking deal headlines Raiders' free agent spending spree
Raiders flex their financial muscle with a massive free agency haul, including a record Tyler Linderbaum deal, aiming to end their playoff drought and compete i...
- 5 min
- United States