Germany Activates Own Air-Defence System, Citing Russia Threat
The German military on Wednesday began operating its Iris-T air defense system for the first time in the country, having delivered several advanced systems to war-torn Ukraine to shoot down Russian rockets, drones and missiles in flight. AFP Reports Chancellor Olaf Scholz said the surface-to-air system was part of a long-term strengthening of German and […]
UK suspends some arm sales to Israel, citing humanitarian ‘risk’
Britain has suspended some arms sales to Israel, citing concerns the weapons could violate international humanitarian law. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said on Monday Around 30 of the total 350 licences are set to be suspended with immediate effect as a result of an investigation commissioned after the July elections. The licences include equipment […]
Virginia women’s college will no longer admit trans students, citing founder’s Will
Sweet Briar College, an all-girls school in Virginia, recently Students who identify as transgender are barred from admission.Quoting the founder's will. The private girls' school, founded in 1901 by a bequest from Indiana Fletcher Williams, previously had no policy on gender identity. But recently, Common Applicationsa nonprofit that allows students to apply to schools on […]
Trump lawyers hit back at Fani Willis in disqualification case, citing ‘misconduct’
Former President Trump’s legal team has filed a motion to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from serving in the Georgia Court of Appeals. “President Trump’s legal team has filed a response brief in the Georgia Court of Appeals that persuasively refutes the state’s arguments,” Trump attorney Steve Sadow said in a statement. “This […]
Trump: 'I have to get personal' citing 'nasty' Obamas at DNC
Former President Trump complained Friday that the Obamas were “mean” in their speeches at the Democratic National Convention and mocked advisers who advised him to stick to policy instead of making personal attacks. “He was mean to me. He was mean. Michelle was mean. They’re all mean,” Trump said at a rally in Arizona, referencing […]
Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home could be closed as election nears, with Palm Beach mayor citing safety concerns
A major road adjacent to former President Donald Trump’s Florida home has been closed and traffic restricted for nearly a month, likely leading to the closure of his Mar-a-Lago resort as social season opens on the island and the crucial 2024 election approaches. The Secret Service closed South Ocean Boulevard one week after the attempted […]
Biden suggests he would attend a Trump inauguration, citing 'good manners'
President Biden on Tuesday suggested he would attend former President Donald Trump’s inauguration if he wins the presidential election in November, criticizing his predecessor’s behavior. Asked if he would attend the inauguration in January 2025, Biden said: “I’m polite, but I’m not like him.” After losing the 2020 presidential election to Biden, Trump did not […]
Delta and United Airlines Announce Cancellation Of Flights To Israel, Citing ‘Security Concerns’
A pilot walks alongside a United Airlines plane (Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) By Blake Wolf, OAN StaffWednesday, July 31, 2024 5:30 PM Delta Air Lines and United Airlines have begun cancelling flights to Israel following escalating violence in the region. advertisement The airline’s announcement came after an Israeli airstrike killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, with […]
UAW endorses Harris, citing 'track record' with workers
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union endorsed Vice President Harris in the next presidential election on Wednesday. Sean Fain, president of the United American Laborers (UAW), praised Harris ahead of her planned rally with union members on August 7 and criticized former Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. “Our job in this election is to defeat […]
Progressive rep calls on Secret Service director to resign, citing former head after Reagan shooting
Progressive Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Monday called on Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle to resign. Kana said, Cheatle’s testimony Speaking before the House Oversight Committee, the congressman grilled Cheatle about the Secret Service’s failure to protect former President Trump, leading to a shocking exchange. “Secretary Cheatle, do you agree that this is the most […]