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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
The one thing everyone can do to fight for free and fair elections
An October 2026 appeal proposes a way people can help protect free and fair U.S. House, Senate and state elections, regardless of what Donald Trump may do.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
California woman indicted on charges that she was spying for China
Prosecutors allege she spied on Taiwan's president's son for China. She was indicted earlier in October; the allegation has not been proven in court.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
In space, no-one hears Zelensky scream: No euros can buy Kiev options in orbit — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
An RT item questions whether Europe could replace US intelligence and satellite-internet services for Ukraine. No cutoff has been confirmed.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan
Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump and Iran agree on one thing. The US election calendar isn't driving their decisions on the war
In Washington, Trump and Iranian officials agree that the U.S. election calendar is not driving their decisions about the seven-month-old war.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Judge strikes down DOJ's policy of reviewing state voter rolls, saying it would "run roughshod over longstanding laws"
A federal judge rejected a DOJ plan to check state voter rolls against immigration databases, saying it would “run roughshod over longstanding laws.”
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
LIZ PEEK: A blue wave? The liberal media wants one, but voters might disagree
In an October 6 commentary, Liz Peek questions whether talk of a Democratic “blue wave” reflects voters’ preferences.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
California realtor nabbed at LAX in alleged China spy case targeting Taiwan president’s relative
An event report says the FBI arrested realtor Wanying Zhang at LAX in an alleged China spy case involving a relative of Taiwan’s president.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Households will pay more for energy because of Trump's policy changes
A claim projects thousands in added household energy costs through 2040 but gives no policy details, source or method for the estimate.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
In photos: China's Xi hardens Taiwan warning as country celebrates week-long National Day holiday
Photos from Beijing as China begins its seven-day National Day holiday after Xi Jinping sharpened Beijing's warning on Taiwan.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Small bites from the UN: Canada's wider view, one chaotic rumor and reframing someone else's words
A New York UN roundup touches on Canada's perspective, an unverified rumor and reframed remarks. No policy shift or diplomatic fallout is established.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China, as usual, uses UN speech to promote global development as solution to world's challenges
Beijing’s UN address emphasizes growth, financing, and multilateralism, signaling continuity and agenda‑setting in development forums.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Watch Live: Demonstrators Gather in D.C. to Protest China’s Xi Jinping Visit
Demonstrators rally near federal sites as Xi Jinping meets U.S. officials; human rights and trade top messages amid tight security and road closures.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Beyond killer robots: China's real AI threat to America is already here, experts warn
Experts in Washington say China’s open-source AI and distillation efforts, not robots, risk eroding U.S. advantages and complicating controls.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
AI, Iran likely to be on agenda for Trump's upcoming meeting with China's Xi Jinping
White House readies high-stakes Trump–Xi talks in Washington, with AI governance and Iran likely on the agenda alongside trade, tech, and security.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. proposes exchanging AI safety alerts with China, Bessent says
U.S. officials propose a U.S.–China AI safety alert mechanism ahead of a Trump–Xi summit, aiming to reduce risk via rapid incident and anomaly sharing.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
A look inside program giving future Nat Sec experts 5-year head start amid evolving threats: ‘Ready day one’
New program pairs students with U.S. agencies on live policy and AI, aiming a five-year head start for “ready day one” roles starting in 2026.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that
Analysts credit Xi’s reserve and buying strategy for capping volatility as Trump-era Iran risks lifted crude prices without triggering a spike.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine lost $1.2 bn to defense fraud and waste in one year – NYT — RT World News
Secret audits reportedly cite $1.2bn lost to defense fraud, waste, and mismanagement in 2024, raising oversight concerns for Kyiv and Western donors.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Former Pentagon AI chief warns Flock cameras could create 'China-like surveillance state' in the US
Mark Beall cautions that widespread Flock ALPR use without strict guardrails and court oversight could steer the U.S. toward a surveillance state.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Erdogan Claims Turkey Can Remain Friends with the West While Joining China-Russia Axis
In Beijing and Ankara, Erdogan signals closer China–Russia engagement while maintaining Western ties, testing NATO balance and multi-vector diplomacy.
- 7 min
- Turkey
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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. must be ‘very, very careful’ about Iran sanctions that target Beijing: Former Amb. to China
Former U.S. ambassador urges caution as Washington signals Iran secondary sanctions that could hit Beijing, risking U.S.-China strains and energy fallout.
- 7 min
- United States