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HAIKOU, June 14 (Xinhua) — Typhoon Wutip (Butterfly), the first to hit the island this year, made landfall near Dongfang city in south China’s Hainan Province at around 11 p.m. on Friday, the provincial meteorological office said.
At the time of the typhoon’s arrival on the coastline, “Wutip” weakened to the level of a strong tropical storm. The maximum wind speed near its epicenter reached 11 points /30 m per second/, and the minimum pressure at the epicenter was 980 hPa. -0-
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MINSK, June 14 /Xinhua/ — Unmanned aerial vehicle troops have been created in Belarus. This was announced on Friday by Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, First Deputy Defense Minister of Belarus Pavel Muraveiko. The corresponding information was published by the press service of the Defense Ministry of Belarus on the same day.
“Currently, unmanned aerial vehicle troops have been created as an independent component of the special forces of the Armed Forces within the general structure,” P. Muraveiko noted in his report to the President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko during his visit to the 927th center for the training and use of unmanned aerial vehicles.
According to him, these troops are tasked with conducting aerial reconnaissance, inflicting fire damage on the enemy, guiding and adjusting fire, and performing support functions in the interests of other special forces. –0–
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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Moscow, June 14 /Xinhua/ — In light of the dangerous escalation of the situation as a result of Israel’s military action against Iran, Russian President Vladimir Putin held telephone conversations with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday. The corresponding information was published by the press service of the Russian head of state on the same day.
The Russian President expressed his condolences to the leadership and people of Iran in connection with the numerous human casualties, including civilians, as a result of Israeli strikes.
V. Putin emphasized that Russia condemns Israel’s actions, which violate the UN Charter and international law. The Russian side has fully supported efforts to resolve the situation around the Iranian nuclear program peacefully and has put forward specific initiatives aimed at finding mutually acceptable agreements. Russia will continue to contribute to the de-escalation of the conflict between Iran and Israel.
In a conversation with the Israeli Prime Minister, the Russian President emphasized the importance of returning to the negotiation process and resolving all issues related to the Iranian nuclear program exclusively through political and diplomatic means. Readiness to provide mediation services was also expressed in order to prevent further escalation of tensions.
It was agreed that the Russian side will continue close contacts with the leadership of both Iran and Israel, aimed at resolving the current situation, which is fraught with the most disastrous consequences for the entire region. –0–
Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Scott Peters (52nd District of California)
Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Scott Peters (CA-50) introduced the “Preserving Great Americans’ Legacies Act,” legislation to prevent the United States Navy from renaming the USNS Harvey Milk and other ships named for other great Americans and civil rights leaders. Reports from earlier this month indicate that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth ordered the Secretary of the Navy to rename the USNS Harvey Milk during national Pride Month as part of the Administration’s broader efforts to demonize American citizens it does not like. Milk was a veteran, political leader, and advocate for the LGBT community. He served as a diving officer during the Korean War before being forced out of service with an “other than honorable” discharge due to his sexual orientation.
Secretary Hegseth also ordered the review of other ships, including those named for American icons such as abolitionist Harriet Tubman, labor organizer Cesar Chavez, and former Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, among others. Every one of these ships was built in San Diego, which is a proud military town and partner in the national defense.
“Secretary Hegseth claims that this hateful move would return a ‘warrior ethos’ to the force, but renaming these ships won’t help better train or equip a single servicemember,” said Rep. Scott Peters. “While Hegseth works to erase the names of these important civic leaders from the fleet, the President also publicly commits to renaming military bases for Confederate leaders. That is a clear values statement by the Administration about the America it envisions and asks our servicemembers and their families to serve. It is unacceptable and unreflective of our country. Every sailor deserves to serve on and fight from a ship named after an American who embodies those values we wish to see in our military. That is why the Navy named these ships after such important leaders.”
The Preserving Great Americans’ Legacies act is co-sponsored by Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi (CA-12), House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member and Equality Caucus Chair Mark Takano (CA-39), and Representatives Juan Vargas (CA-52), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Mike Levin (CA-49), Hank Johnson (GA-4), Jill Tokuda (HI-2), Troy Carter (LA-2), Linda Sanchez (CA-39), John Garamendi (CA-8), Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-8), and Eleanor Holmes Norton (Del-DC).
It is also supported by Equality California, Silver State Equality, and VoteVets.
“Just days into Pride Month, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed plans to strip Harvey Milk’s name from a Navy ship. Milk is a global civil rights icon for LGBTQ+ civil rights, and this move is a petty and political act of erasure from the Trump administration,” said Equality California Executive Director Tony Hoang. “We’re proud to support Rep. Peters’ Preserving Great Americans’ Legacies Act, which would block efforts to rename ships honoring leaders in civil rights, labor, and social justice. We must protect these legacies.”
“The Preserving Great Americans’ Legacies Act is about honoring the legacies of Americans who expanded freedom, justice, and equality — values that every service member swears to defend. Renaming ships that bear the names of Harvey Milk, Harriet Tubman, or Ruth Bader Ginsburg is not just unnecessary — it’s a political stunt that disrespects the very principles they stood for. We applaud Representative Peters for leading this important effort to ensure our Navy continues to reflect the diversity, courage, and moral leadership that defines the best of our country.” – VoteVets
Source: United States House of Representatives – Julia Brownley (D-CA)
Washington, DC – This week, Congresswoman Julia Brownley (CA-26), Congressman Jimmy Gomez (CA-34), Congresswoman Nanette Barragán (CA-44), Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA), and 38 members of the California Delegation demand that President Donald Trump immediately withdraw the National Guard and U.S. Marines from Los Angeles, California. In a bicameral letter sent today, the lawmakers condemn the deployments as an unlawful overreach that bypassed state and local authority and urge the immediate withdrawal of the National Guard and Marines.
“We are writing to express grave concern regarding the deployment of the National Guard and the activation of 700 Marines to Los Angeles. These actions were taken without the consent of California Governor Gavin Newsom and over the objections of local law enforcement. It constitutes a clear violation of constitutional principles and law, and a grave overreach of executive authority,” wrote the lawmakers.
“This deployment does not appear to be motivated by any public safety emergency that could not be dealt with successfully by local authorities. Instead, it coincides with a broader federal enforcement escalation involving mass ICE raids, militarized immigration tactics, and the use of tear gas and riot control methods in civilian areas. These actions undermine civil liberties, destabilize communities, erode public trust in government institutions, and violate the law,” continued the lawmakers.
As protests erupted in Los Angeles in response to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids and detentions, the Trump administration escalated the situation by authorizing the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines, without the consent of California Governor Gavin Newsom and over the objections of local elected and community leaders. They argue the legal authority Trump cited doesn’t apply, making the deployment plainly unlawful.
“As federal officials, we must prioritize de-escalation and adherence to the constitutional principles that govern the balance of power between federal and state and local governments. For these reasons, we urge you to immediately withdraw the National Guard and U.S. Marines from Los Angeles and to refrain from further deployments of any military personnel in circumstances that violate constitutional boundaries and escalate domestic tensions,” stated the lawmakers.
The bicameral letter was also signed by Representatives Nancy Pelosi (CA-11), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Pete Aguilar (CA-33), Ami Bera (CA-6), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Judy Chu (CA-28), Gilbert Cisneros Jr. (CA-31), Lou Correa (CA-46), Jim Costa (CA-21), Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10), Laura Friedman (CA-30), John Garamendi (CA-8), Robert Garcia (CA-42), Jared Huffman (CA-2), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), Ro Khanna (CA-17), Sam Liccardo (CA-16), Ted Lieu (CA-36), Doris Matsui (CA-7), Dave Min (CA-47), Kevin Mullin (CA-15), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), Scott Peters (CA-50), Luz Rivas (CA-29), Raul Ruiz (CA-25), Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Brad Sherman (CA-32), Lateefah Simon (CA-12), Eric Swalwell (CA-14), Mark Takano (CA-39), Mike Thompson (CA-4), Norma Torres (CA-35), Derek Tran (CA-45), Juan Vargas (CA-52), Maxine Waters (CA-43), and George Whitesides (CA-27).
The full letter can be found here and below:
President Donald J. Trump
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20500
RE: Deployment of National Guard Troops to Los Angeles
Mr. President,
We are writing to express grave concern regarding the deployment of the National Guard and the activation of 700 Marines to Los Angeles. These actions were taken without the consent of California Governor Gavin Newsom and over the objections of local law enforcement. It constitutes a clear violation of constitutional principles and law, and a grave overreach of executive authority.
On June 6 and 7, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carried out a series of immigration raids in downtown Los Angeles, which were met with widespread public protests. On the evening of June 7, you issued a formal memorandum titled “Department of Defense Security for the Protection of Department of Homeland Security Functions,” authorizing the deployment of 2,000 California National Guard personnel to Los Angeles for a 60-day period. This action bypassed the state governor’s authority and proceeded despite active objections from local law enforcement already managing the situation. By the time National Guard troops arrived on Sunday morning, protests had largely subsided, and the streets were calm. Instead, the National Guard presence contributed to a renewed escalation of tensions. The overwhelming majority of protestors have done so peacefully. State and local authorities have already said that they can and will arrest and prosecute the very few who have committed acts of violence.
This deployment does not appear to be motivated by any public safety emergency that could not be dealt with successfully by local authorities. Instead, it coincides with a broader federal enforcement escalation involving mass ICE raids, militarized immigration tactics, and the use of tear gas and riot control methods in civilian areas. These actions undermine civil liberties, destabilize communities, erode public trust in government institutions, and violate the law.
Your memorandum cited 10 U.S.C. §12406 as the legal basis for your actions. That provision allows the President to call the National Guard into federal service only in three specific circumstances:
(1) the United States, or any of the Commonwealths or possessions, is invaded or is in danger of invasion by a foreign nation;
(2) there is a rebellion or danger of a rebellion against the authority of the Government of the United States; or
(3) the President is unable with the regular forces to execute the laws of the United States
10 U.S.C. §12406 also requires that “Orders for these purposes shall be issued through the governors of the States.” None of these enumerated circumstances exist and no order was issued through the governor of our state. Therefore, your order is plainly unlawful.
In addition, on June 8, U.S. Northern Command announced the activation of 700 active-duty U.S. Marines to the Los Angeles area under the same Task Force. The deployment of active-duty Marines marks a significant escalation in the federal government’s response, blurring the line between military and civilian law enforcement roles. The deployment of active-duty military personnel into domestic operations raises serious legal and constitutional questions. Marines are trained for combat, not law enforcement. The introduction of Marines in securing largely peaceful protests is an unnecessary escalation in a situation that has already been inflamed because of escalatory actions.
As federal officials we must prioritize de-escalation and adherence to the constitutional principles that govern the balance of power between federal and state and local governments. For these reasons, we urge you to immediately withdraw the National Guard and U.S. Marines from Los Angeles and to refrain from further deployments of any military personnel in circumstances that violate constitutional boundaries and escalate domestic tensions.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
A 29-year-old male has been arrested in relation to an indecent assault and burglary that occurred in Parap on Tuesday night.
Around 6pm Friday evening, police located and arrested the alleged offender at an address in Ludmilla.
The 29-year-old remains in police custody and has been charged with Gross Indecency without consent, Aggravated burglary and Theft. He will face court 16 June 2025.
Police continue to urge anyone with information about the incident to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25156934. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Attention duty announcers, radio and TV stations,
Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at suitable intervals:
The Tourism Commission announces that as the Hong Kong Observatory will issue the Strong Wind Signal No. 3 this afternoon (June 14), “A Symphony of Lights” will be cancelled tonight.
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Green development and cultural tourism drive growth in Chongqing
Updated: June 14, 2025 08:35Xinhua
Tourists take a boat to enjoy the scenery at the Wushan section of the Yangtze River in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality, June 11, 2025. In recent years, Wushan, Fengjie, and other areas in the Three Gorges Reservoir region in Chongqing have adhered to the principle of green development. While consolidating the ecological strength in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, local authorities have fully leveraged the unique terrain, magnificent landscapes, and rich historical and cultural heritage to promote the development of cultural tourism, effectively boosting local economic and social development. [Photo/Xinhua]An aerial drone photo shows a view of the ancient town of Baidi in Fengjie County, southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality, June 9, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]An aerial drone photo shows a cruise ship sailing in Wuxia Gorge, one of the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River, in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality, June 11, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]An aerial drone photo shows cruise ships sailing at the Wushan section of the Yangtze River in southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality, June 10, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua]
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
China will continue being an important driving force for global connectivity: foreign ministry
BEIJING, June 13 — China will continue to act as an important driving force for global connectivity, a Chinese spokesperson said on Friday.
To date, China-Europe Railway Express routes have been launched in 128 cities in China, reaching 229 cities in 26 European countries and over 100 cities in 11 Asian countries, epitomizing connectivity cooperation between China and the world, spokesperson Lin Jian said at a regular news briefing.
He made the remarks when asked to comment on the view that the China-Europe Railway Express has become an “accelerator” for economic and trade cooperation among the countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Lin said that the China-Europe Railway Express — a signature outcome of the BRI, with freight trains departing every 30 minutes or less — operates in an efficient, smooth and stable manner, not only bridging economic and trade exchange between Asia and Europe, but also becoming a force for growth in BRI countries.
The China-Laos Railway and the new western land-sea corridor train service are operating smoothly, and the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway is under construction. These are examples of how new logistics routes are enhancing the efficiency of cross-border logistics, enabling increased personnel and trade exchange, deepening industrial coordination and value chain integration, driving industrial transformation and upgrading in those countries and bringing a tangible sense of gain to locals, Lin said.
“Connectivity is one of the key cooperation areas of the BRI,” Lin added, noting that China will uphold the principles of extensive consultation and joint contribution for shared benefit, continue to act as an important driving force for global connectivity, benefit the world through its own development, and achieve win-win outcomes.
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
Veteran defender Jordi Alba has been ruled out of Inter Miami’s opening FIFA Club World Cup clash against Al Ahly due to a leg muscle injury, head coach Javier Mascherano said on Friday.
The Major League Soccer club will also be without Italian midfielder Yannick Bright and Argentine defender Gonzalo Lujan for Saturday’s tournament curtain-raiser at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.
“They won’t be available for this match but we hope that, for the second game [against Porto], one or two of them could return,” Mascherano told a news conference.
Mascherano bemoaned his team’s mounting injury list, but expressed confidence that his squad’s younger players could provide cover.
“We have unfortunately had a lot of injuries in the last 20 days, which clearly has weakened us as a group, but not as a team,” the former Liverpool and Barcelona player said.
“We’ve shown throughout the season that we have players ready to step up and that puts us much more at ease.”
While Inter Miami qualified for the Club World Cup by clinching the Supporters’ Shield for the best overall record in the 2024 MLS season, Al Ahly secured its spot as winners of the 2020-21, 2022-23, and 2023-24 CAF Champions League.
Mascherano said his team would not underestimate the Egyptian club, which last month appointed Spaniard Jose Riveiro as head coach, replacing Marcel Koller.
“Al Ahly is one of the biggest teams in Africa,” the Argentine said. “It’s a team that wins in its league with certain regularity and comfort.
“They’ve had five or six signings for this tournament, which is something that we haven’t done, and they changed their head coach a short while ago. But we don’t think they will change the way they play. They have a clear style and they are physical. And we know that they have some very good players, especially in the middle of the pitch and in attack.”
Mascherano also pointed to the strong form and physical condition of captain Lionel Messi, expressing optimism about the Argentine’s impact in the tournament.
“He’s been in great shape this season,” Mascherano said. “We’ve rested him at times, but he’s played 15 of the last 16 games, only missing the match against Dallas when we rested the whole team.
“Now it’s our responsibility to create the ideal environment for him to shine.”
U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 06/13/2025 09:30 PM EDT
06/13/2025 09:10 PM EDT
SAN DIEGO — Capt. Robert Tucker relieved Capt. Patrick Dill as the Coast Guard Sector San Diego commander during a change of command ceremony in San Diego, Friday morning.
Nice, France, The UN Ocean Conference (UNOC) concluded yesterday with significant progress made towards the ratification of the High Seas Treaty and a strong statement on a new plastics treaty signed by 95 governments. Once ratified, the Treaty will be the only legal tool that can create protected areas in international waters, making it fundamental to protecting 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030. To date 50 countries, plus the European Union, have now ratified the Treaty.
New Zealand has signed but is yet to ratify.
Deep sea mining rose up the agenda in the conference debates, demonstrating the urgency of opposing this industry. The expectation from civil society and a large group of states, including both co-hosts of UNOC, was that governments would make progress towards stopping deep sea mining in Nice.
Megan Randles, Greenpeace Head of Delegation regarding the High Seas Treaty and progress towards stopping deep sea mining said: “High Seas Treaty ratification is within touching distance, but the progress made here in Nice feels hollow as this UN Ocean Conference
LAS VEGAS – A Las Vegas resident who pleaded guilty to unlawfully selling ghost guns, stolen guns, large capacity magazines, machinegun conversion devices, and cocaine in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas was sentenced today by United States District Judge Gloria M. Navarro to three years in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
According to court documents, from April 24, 2023, to August 3, 2024, Richard Edwin Sanchez engaged in the business of dealing in firearms without a Federal Firearms License by selling 17 firearms, including .223, .40, and 5.56 caliber firearms, 9mm firearms, and a 12-gauge shotgun. Of these firearms, 10 were Glock semi-automatic firearms capable of being converted into fully automatic weapons using machinegun conversion devices provided by Sanchez. In addition, he sold 21 machinegun conversion devices. Of the Glock pistols, nine were sold with large capacity magazines, two were stolen, and two others were associated with at least five shootings in the Las Vegas and North Las Vegas area. Two other firearms sold had either no serial number or an obliterated serial number. Additionally, Sanchez sold a total of about 435 grams of cocaine.
Sanchez pleaded guilty to one-count of engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license, one-count of distribution of cocaine, and one-count of possession or transfer of a machine gun.
United States Attorney Sigal Chattah for the District of Nevada and Special Agent in Charge Alex Buenaventura, San Francisco Field Division, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) made the announcement.
This case was investigated by the ATF; and the United States Attorney’s Office prosecuted the case.
Defendant Kidnapped Former Girlfriend and Drove Her into the District Where He Strangled and Assaulted Her
WASHINGTON –Adam Ahmed, 38, of Chantilly, Virginia, was found guilty by a Superior Court jury of kidnapping and strangulation related to an incident that began in Manassas, Virginia, on May 10, 2024, and ended in northeast Washington, D.C., on May 11, 2024, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro and Chief Pamela Smith of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD).
The verdict was returned on June 12th and included two counts of making threats and one count of misdemeanor assault. Superior Court Judge Robert Salerno scheduled sentencing for August 15, 2025.
According to the government’s evidence, on May 9, 2024, Ahmed was arrested in Virginia on multiple warrants for protective order violations and assault charges against his ex-girlfriend. The next day, on May 10, 2024, the victim got into Ahmed’s car outside her home in Manassas, Virginia, believing that they would sit in her building parking lot and talk about their relationship. Instead, the defendant took off, driving erratically. Ahmed told the victim that they were both “going to die tonight,” and that if she was going to charge him with abduction, he was going to do it. The defendant drove onto I-66 and took the victim into the District, where he repeatedly assaulted her and threatened to kill her.
After several hours of terrorizing the victim, Ahmed told her that he was going to drive her somewhere no one would find her. When he stopped the car, he climbed over her and strangled her with both hands until she couldn’t breathe. While strangling her, he bit her, putting his whole mouth over hers. He started driving again, eventually stopping at a Shell gas station on Nannie Helen Burroughs Avenue. At one point, Ahmed walked away from the car, and the victim tried to escape. Surveillance footage shows the defendant rushing at the victim, picking her up, and struggling with her to force her back in the car. A passerby on the street saw the defendant hitting the victim and turned into the gas station parking lot, rescuing the victim and calling 911.
During the course of trial two expert witnesses spoke about the unique dangers inherit in strangulation, and violence in intimate partner violence relationships, respectively. Strangulation is widely recognized as one of the most lethal forms of intimate partner violence, as a major strangulation study in San Diego, found surviving domestic violence “victims are much more likely to die later if their abuser has strangled them.” The study also noted that “…..the odds of becoming a victim of attempted homicide increased by 700%, and the odds of becoming a homicide victim increased by 800%, among women who had been strangled by their partner. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia’s Sex Offense and Domestic Violence Section has charged over 110 acts of felony strangulation since the D.C. Council created it as a criminal offense under D.C. Code 22-404.04, which went into effect in July of 2023.
In announcing the verdict, U.S. Attorney Pirro and Chief Smith commended the work of the officers and detectives at the Metropolitan Police Department. They also credited Assistant U.S. Attorneys Trisha Jhunjhnuwala and Amanda Swanson, of the Sexual Offense and Domestic Violence section for successfully prosecuting the case.
WASHINGTON – Michelle Shropshire, 54, of Waldorf, Maryland, and Harlisha Jones, 49, of Clinton, Maryland, and Washington, DC, were arrested this morning on health care fraud, wire fraud, mail fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiracy charges filed in U.S. District Court.
The arrests were announced by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro, Assistant Director in Charge Steven J. Jansen of the FBI Washington Field Office, and Inspector General Michelle Zamarin of the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Office of Inspector General.
Both defendants are expected to make their initial appearance today in the District Court for the District of Columbia.
According to the indictment, from June 2021 through January 2024, Shropshire and Jones, both Train Operators employed by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), conspired to use Jones’s insurance policies with American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus (AFLAC) to submit fraudulent health care and short-term disability insurance claims for injuries, medical treatments, and disability periods that did not exist.
Court documents allege that the defendants used the information of real doctors to create fraudulent medical excuse notes and physician’s statements, including forged doctors’ signatures, that were submitted to AFLAC in support of the insurance claims. Then, shortly after AFLAC paid each claim to Jones, she paid a kickback to Shropshire using a percentage of the total claim payment. As a result of those fraudulent insurance claims, AFLAC paid Jones approximately $58,750, of which Jones paid approximately 20% back to Shropshire.
The indictment further alleges that in addition to Jones, Shropshire assisted numerous other WMATA employees with submitting fraudulent health care and short-term disability insurance claims to AFLAC. As a result of that scheme, AFLAC paid at least $362,035.14 in phony insurance benefits to Shropshire, Jones, and other WMATA employees.
Those employees included Sharon Washington, 53, of Woodbridge, VA, Selethia Blake, 53, of Waldorf, MD, Brady Turner, 56, of Clinton, MD, Lushawn Foreman, 51, of Upper Marlboro, MD, and Margot Jackson, 52, of Hughesville, MD, among others.
Washington, Blake, Turner, Foreman, and Jackson have each admitted to their involvement in Shropshire’s scheme, including paying kickbacks to Shropshire using a portion of the claim payments they received, and have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Each is currently awaiting sentencing.
If convicted, Shropshire and Jones each face a maximum statutory sentence of 20 years in prison for the charged offenses, with an additional mandatory sentence of two years in prison for the offense of aggravated identity theft. The maximum statutory sentence for federal offenses is prescribed by Congress and is provided for informational purposes. If convicted, the defendants’ sentence will be determined by the court based on the advisory Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.
These cases are being investigated by the FBI Washington Field Office and the WMATA Office of Inspector General. They are being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Brian P. Kelly and Diane Lucas.
An indictment is merely an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Source: United States Senator for Illinois Tammy Duckworth
June 13, 2025
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) joined U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), Raphael Warnock (D-GA), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) and 17 of their Senate colleagues in condemning U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.’s decision to gut the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and appoint several members to the committee with a documented history of anti-vaccine ideology and peddling misinformation. In the letter, the lawmakers raise the alarm on the dangers of gutting the ACIP and urge Secretary Kennedy to immediately reappoint the members of the committee he fired.
“We are deeply concerned by your decision to fire every member of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP),” the Senators wrote. “This unprecedented action will strip Americans of the ability to make informed decisions about the benefits and risks of vaccinations — the complete opposite of ‘radical transparency’ and ‘good science.’”
The Senators raised the alarm on the recent appointment of several members to the committee, “We are troubled by your recent announcement to appoint several members to the committee who have a documented history of anti-vaccine ideology and peddling misinformation. We urge you to restore legitimacy to this historically non-partisan, science-based, and data-driven committee and immediately reinstate the members of ACIP you have baselessly fired.”
“ACIP is a longstanding, trusted national source of science- and data-backed advice and guidance on the use of vaccines to prevent and control disease. Members that serve on this committee must undergo extensive vetting and disclose any conflicts of interest. Firing every member of the committee just before their next meeting scheduled for June 25-27 eliminates the advisory board’s ability to debate and make well-informed recommendations, putting American lives at risk,” continued the Senators.
“We urge you to immediately reappoint the members of the committee that you fired and remove those that you have recently appointed that have a documented history of peddling misinformation or undermining vaccine confidence,” the Senators concluded.
Last week Duckworth also slammed Kennedy and HHS for announcing changes to CDC’s recommended vaccine schedule that would dramatically limit access to COVID-19 vaccines for millions of pregnant women and children, needlessly endangering their health.
In addition to Duckworth, Durbin, Luján, Warnock and Blunt Rochester, the letter was signed by U.S. Senators Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), John Fetterman (D-PA), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Martin Heinrich (D-NM), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Andy Kim (D-NJ), Angus King (I-ME), Jon Ossoff (D-GA), Gary Peters (D-MI), Jack Reed (D-RI), Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Brian Schatz (D-HI), Adam Schiff (D-CA), Tina Smith (D-MN) and Peter Welch (D-VT).
Read the full letter on the Senator’s website or below:
Dear Secretary Kennedy,
We are deeply concerned by your decision to fire every member of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This unprecedented action will strip Americans of the ability to make informed decisions about the benefits and risks of vaccinations — the complete opposite of “radical transparency” and “good science”. We are troubled by your recent announcement to appoint several members to the committee who have a documented history of anti-vaccine ideology and peddling misinformation. We urge you to restore legitimacy to this historically non-partisan, science-based, and data-driven committee and immediately reinstate the members of ACIP you have baselessly fired.
ACIP is a longstanding, trusted national source of science- and data-backed advice and guidance on the use of vaccines to prevent and control disease. Members that serve on this committee must undergo extensive vetting and disclose any conflicts of interest. Firing every member of the committee just before their next meeting scheduled for June 25-27 eliminates the advisory board’s ability to debate and make well-informed recommendations, putting American lives at risk. This reckless move is also happening as our nation faces the largest measles outbreak in over 30 years.
This decision appears to be a deliberate effort to repopulate the committee with anti-vaccine demagogues and continue pushing vaccine misinformation to the American people. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, over 80 percent of parents with children under age 18 report that their children receive routine immunizations; however, a divide based on political ideology is growing. The reality is that most Americans trust the science behind vaccines — but through inaccurate information and politicization, you are eroding the trust in vaccines.
This is just one action of many that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently taken to undermine vaccine confidence in the United States. Just over two weeks ago, HHS reversed the CDC recommendations on COVID-19 vaccination. This decision was made without the consultation of ACIP or CDC, narrowing recommendations to exclude healthy pregnant people despite pregnancy increasing the risk for severe infection. Just a day later, HHS announced the termination of a contract with Moderna to develop a bird flu vaccine despite warnings of a future pandemic from infectious disease doctors and public health professionals. These deliberate efforts to sow doubt in the safety and efficacy of vaccines have real consequences — people will die.
In addition to advising everyday Americans on their health decisions, ACIP recommendations also influence whether insurance will cover certain vaccines, making them accessible to insured Americans. Furthermore, ACIP determines the vaccine recommendations for the Vaccines for
Children program, which ensures underinsured and uninsured children across the nation can access vaccines at no cost. Without these recommendations, vaccines will become out of reach for far too many Americans. These actions contradict your written responses to questions for the record from the Senate Finance Committee, in which you said “yes” in response to a question about your commitment to ensure there are no financial barriers to accessing safe and effective vaccines.
Vaccines are safe and effective and have significantly reduced, and in some cases entirely eliminated, disease. With recent scientific advances in mRNA technology, vaccines are becoming easier and faster to produce in addressing today’s public health crises. It is critical that ACIP maintains its ability to develop science- and data-driven recommendations on vaccination without interference from anti-vaccine ideology.
Patient safety and transparency is at the heart of ACIP — Americans deserve the ability to make informed decisions about their health. You are stripping Americans of the freedom to choose by your recent appointments to the committee by centering anti-vaccine ideology. Therefore, we demand that you recuse your personal views on vaccines and restore the ACIP. We urge you to immediately reappoint the members of the committee that you fired and remove those that you have recently appointed that have a documented history of peddling misinformation or undermining vaccine confidence.
Source: United States Small Business Administration
SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today the opening of a Disaster Loan Outreach Center (DLOC) in Hot Spring County to assist small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations and residents affected by severe storms and tornadoes occurring March 14-15 and also for those impacted by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding occurring April 2-22.
Beginning Monday, June 16, SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at the DLOC in Malvern to answer questions and assist with the disaster loan application process. No appointment is necessary, walk-ins are welcome. Those who prefer to schedule an in‑person appointment in advance can do so at appointment.sba.gov.
The center’s hours of operation are as follows:
HOT SPRING COUNTY Disaster Loan Outreach Center Former USDA Service Center 220 Olive St. Malvern, AR 72104
“When disasters strike, SBA’s Disaster Loan Outreach Centers perform an important role by assisting small businesses and their communities,” said Chris Stallings, associate administrator of the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the U.S. Small Business Administration. “At these centers, our SBA specialists help business owners and residents apply for disaster loans and learn about the full range of programs available to support their recovery.”
Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.
Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.
Applicants may be eligible for a loan increase of up to 20% of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA, for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements include insulating pipes, walls and attics, weather stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.
The SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries, and private nonprofit organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to these disasters. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for small aquaculture enterprises.
EIDLs are available for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage. The loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills not paid due to the disaster.
Interest rates are as low as 4% for small businesses, 3.62% for nonprofits, and 2.75% for homeowners and renters with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, and payments are not due until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA determines eligibility and sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition.
To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage due to the March storms is July14,2025. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Feb. 9, 2026.
The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage due to the April storms is July22,2025. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Feb.23,2026.
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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow, expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.
WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Senate Democratic colleagues in urging U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to resume processing applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, following a Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that limited a nationwide injunction to only Texas.
“[Dreamers] are American in every way but their immigration status,” wrote the Senators. “Many only know this country as their home, and they contribute every day to this great nation by paying taxes and serving in critical roles, such as police officers, teachers, and nurses. Americans overwhelmingly support providing Dreamers a path to citizenship, and in December 2024, President Trump stated that he supported protections for Dreamers to remain in the United States.”
“Consistent with this statement, we implore you to use your authority at United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to resume processing initial applications for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and provide such protections for Dreamers immediately,” they continued. “Pursuant to the order, in Texas, DACA must resume as a limited program providing protection from deportation for current DACA recipients, but without access to work authorization or driver’s licenses as part of those renewals. This order went into effect on March 11, giving USCIS the authority to start processing initial DACA applications from states other than Texas. However, nearly three months later, USCIS has not made any public announcement on whether new DACA applications will be processed; nor has the agency begun processing initial applications that have been pending with the agency for years. We urge you to begin processing these DACA applications immediately, consistent with the Fifth Circuit decision and existing regulations, and to ensure Dreamers eligible to file initial DACA applications can do so as soon as possible.”
Senator Rosen has been outspoken in her strong support for immigrant communities, including DACA recipients and their families. This week, she took to the Senate floor to mark the thirteenth anniversary of the DACA program and deliver a forceful defense of Nevada’s Dreamers in light of the Trump Administration’s attacks on immigrant communities across the country. In a committee hearing last year, Senator Rosen raised concerns over the significant application delays impacting DACA recipients.
Source: United States Senator for New Mexico Martin Heinrich
Passed by Congress, the Digital Equity Act Provides Funding to Help Connect Americans in Tribal, Rural, and Urban Communities to the Internet;
Trump Administration is Blocking Over $8 Million in Funding Appropriated by Congress to Expand Broadband Access and Digital Resources in New Mexico
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. SenatorsMartin Heinrich (D-N.M.),Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the Senate Telecommunications and Media Subcommittee, and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) demanded U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and National Telecommunications and Information Administration Acting Administrator Adam Cassady immediately reverse the decision to abruptly terminate the Digital Equity Act grant programs that help New Mexicans access the internet. In the letter, the lawmakers highlight how Digital Equity Act grant programs help provide reliable broadband access and digital resources across New Mexico and call on the Trump administration to restore funding appropriated by Congress for this vital program.
“We write to express our opposition to your attempts to abruptly terminate the Digital Equity Act grant programs and urge you to immediately restore these funds awarded for digital inclusion efforts in New Mexico. The cessation of these funds will have an outsized impact on New Mexico where the digital divide is vast and remains a defining barrier to opportunity,” wrote the lawmakers.
The lawmakers highlighted the importance of Digital Equity Act grant programs to connect New Mexicans to reliable broadband access, “With the administration’s attempt to terminate these programs, New Mexico expects to lose the majority of the over $8 million it had been awarded to support efforts to address the significant challenges to providing reliable broadband access and digital resources across our state. This funding is essential to serving 1,939,000 people in New Mexico who continue to face significant challenges in securing and maintaining internet connectivity.”
“Ending these grants is like abandoning a bridge when it is only halfway built – it leaves communities stranded and in the digital dark, with opportunity just out of reach. We urge the Department of Commerce to reverse this decision immediately and restore funding appropriated by Congress for this vital program,” the lawmakers concluded.
Read the full letterhereor below:
Dear Secretary Lutnick and Acting Administrator Cassady:
We write to express our opposition to your attempts to abruptly terminate the Digital Equity Act grant programs and urge you to immediately restore these funds awarded for digital inclusion efforts in New Mexico. The cessation of these funds will have an outsized impact on New Mexico where the digital divide is vast and remains a defining barrier to opportunity.
Passed by Congress and signed into law under the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021, the grants provide a one-time infusion of $2.75 billion to close the digital divide in Tribal, rural and urban communities, support telemedicine, cybersecurity, and AI education programs, strengthen connections between loved ones, and allow people to acquire the digital skills and necessary technology to participate in the digital economy regardless of their ZIP Code. The programs created by these grants would fund tested and proven strategies like digital navigator programs that provide tailored digital skills training that meet the unique needs of seniors, veterans, low-income families, Tribal and rural communities, people with disabilities, and other historically underserved groups.
With the administration’s attempt to terminate these programs, New Mexico expects to lose the majority of the over $8 million it had been awarded to support efforts to address the significant challenges to providing reliable broadband access and digital resources across our state. This funding is essential to serving 1,939,000 people in New Mexico who continue to face significant challenges in securing and maintaining internet connectivity. This funding, that has been needlessly stalled, would have expanded workforce development, improved online safety, cybersecurity and privacy training, and several other training programs.
Permanently terminating these funds will exacerbate the difficulties for individuals and families to use the internet to improve their lives and fully participate in an increasingly digital world. Ending these grants is like abandoning a bridge when it is only halfway built – it leaves communities stranded and in the digital dark, with opportunity just out of reach. We urge the Department of Commerce to reverse this decision immediately and restore funding appropriated by Congress for this vital program.
We appreciate your attention to this urgent matter.
Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley
Q: Why did you convene a Judiciary Committee hearing about 23andMe?
A: More than 15 million Americans are customers of 23andMe, a genetic testing company whose services include analyzing one’s DNA to provide ancestry information and insights on inherited genes that may reveal predispositions for certain health conditions, including some cancers, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Customers submit a saliva sample to begin the direct-to-consumer genetic testing service. Earlier this year, 23andMe filed for bankruptcy, opening a can of worms exposing consumer privacy and national security implications. Because 23andMe is not a health care company, federal health privacy laws don’t apply to customers’ sensitive genetic data. Even though the company suggests that its privacy policy protects consumers’ data, 23andMe and its successor company can unilaterally change that privacy policy at any time. So, the potential sale of the company raises serious concerns about genetic privacy and what happens to that information, including the genomic profile and saliva specimen of each customer. Since its founding in 2006, the company that was once valued at $6 billion has suffered financial hardship, due in part to a massive data breach impacting millions of customers.
As chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, which has jurisdiction over bankruptcy and certain privacy laws, I called a hearing to gather testimony from the head of the company, as well as bioethics, bankruptcy and national security experts. Consumers deserve to know how their genomic data is going to be used, and Americans deserve protection from foreign threats. As the company seeks court approval to sell its assets in the bankruptcy process, 23andMe, its creditors and shareholders want the highest price for the sale of the company. Make no mistake, potential buyers are after the genetic data of 15 million customers. The fewer restrictions there are on the company’s assets, the more they’re worth. Just consider if this sensitive information should get into the hands of a foreign adversary or potentially be used against an individual as blackmail or when applying for life insurance, health insurance or employment. Before the genetic information of Americans is sold, they ought to be able to decide whether, when and how their data is used. What’s more, the data privacy issues reach far beyond the 15 million Americans who submitted their saliva for genetic analysis. The genomic data would span across family tree lines, meaning the trove of data being mined would involve an exponentially larger pool of people. That’s why it’s imperative this sensitive information doesn’t get into the hands of bad actors.
Q: What’s your takeaway from the witness testimony?
A: During my questioning, I focused on the vulnerabilities to national security, particularly stemming from China. The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is pursuing aggressive development of AI, biotech and computing to conduct mass surveillance, boost its military capabilities and dominate the bioeconomy. We heard about the CCP’s use of genetic tests to track, target and oppress Uyghur Muslims and how 23andMe’s American customer base would provide a genetic diversity trove of data that could be an attractive target for the CCP. They should never be allowed to get their hands on it. Considering strong evidence showing COVID-19 was created in a Chinese lab, as well as Chinese nationals smuggling dangerous biological pathogens into the United States just this past month, the weaponization of biologics and military application of genomic data are no longer far-fetched fantasies of science fiction. American genetic data must be protected.
Currently, no federal privacy or bankruptcy laws protect genomic data. I’m cosponsoring the bipartisan Don’t Sell My DNA Act to protect sensitive genetic data during corporate bankruptcy proceedings. Notably, it would require affirmative consumer consent prior to the use, sale or lease of genetic information. Policymakers must take steps to safeguard consumer privacy and prevent foreign adversaries and bad actors from obtaining sensitive genetic information. As an outspoken watchdog in the U.S. Senate to hold China accountable for its intellectual property and espionage policies, I’ve long worked to screen its foreign investments, combat the CCP’s influence at U.S. colleges and protect U.S. farmland. I’ll continue working to advance policies that safeguard the sensitive genetic data of Americans.
Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI NGOs: Greenpeace USA Slams U.S. Seabed Mining Plans off American Samoa Source: Greenpeace Statement – Victor Pickering, a Greenpeace International activist from Fiji displays a banner reading “Our Pacific Is Not Yours To Destroy” in front of the Maersk Launcher, a ship chartered by DeepGreen, one of the companies spearheading the drive to mine the barely understood deep sea ecosystem. The Rainbow Warrior is in the […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Cambodia: Digital Solutions Improve Solid Waste Service Source: Asia Development Bank With Cambodia’s rapid urban growth, solid waste has become a major hazard, polluting Lake Tonle Sap. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is financing sanitary landfills and a digital platform to improve solid waste management in five towns in the Tonle Sap Basin. MIL OSI Economics –
MIL-OSI Security: FBI Honolulu Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Warns Americans of Elder Fraud Source: US FBI Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the FBI is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud. This type of fraud takes many forms as criminals seek to take advantage of this vulnerable and growing population. The FBI is committed to educating the public about these […]
MIL-Evening Report: Fijian in Abu Dhabi worried about Pacific communities in Middle East By Susana Suisuiki, Presenter/producer of RNZ Pacific Waves Fiji’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi says it is closely monitoring the situation in Iran and Israel as tensions remain high. Israel carried out a dozen strikes against Iranian military and nuclear sites on Friday, claiming it acted out of “self-defence”, saying Iran is close to building a […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2025 Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-center”>BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On June 14, 1777, a banner of red, white, and blue was woven into history when the Second Continental Congress passed the First Flag Resolution, making our beloved Stars and Stripes the official flag of our emerging Republic. This Flag Day and […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Regarding the Proposed Acquisition of the United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-left”>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (section 721), 50 U.S.C. 4565, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: The King’s Birthday Honours 2025 – Police, Fire and Ambulance Source: Scottish Government Recipients of blue light service medals in Scotland. King’s Police Medal Assistant Chief Constable Gary Ritchie, Police Scotland King’s Fire Service Medal Volunteer Leader Gerry Ralston, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Watch Commander John Aitchison, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service King’s Ambulance Service Medal Scottish Ambulance Service Corporate Risk Manager, Sarah Stevenson, […]
MIL-OSI Submissions: GAZA – June 13 – Lives at risk as communications down at Gaza’s hospitals Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Flash Quote by Jose Mas, Head of MSF Emergency Programmes: “Our teams in Gaza are witnessing another chaotic day as the carnage at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distribution sites continues unabated, internet connection is cut off at mass scale after an attack that hit communications lines, and Israeli forces issued new […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: ERA releases recommendations to settle Te Roopu Taurima dispute due to public interest Source: PSA The PSA welcomes the Employment Relations Authority (ERA) making public its recommendations for settling a Collective Agreement with workers employed by disability support provider Te Roopu Taurima o Manukau. The recommendations, made after four days of hearings with an independent ERA Facilitator involving Te Roopu Taurima and the PSA representing 38 workers, had been […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Advocacy – PSNA appalled at deportation of Palestinian New Zealander from Egypt Source: Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa PSNA has conveyed to the Egyptian government its shock and anger at the deportation of a Palestinian New Zealander from Egypt yesterday (Thurs eds). PSNA says Rana Hamida was deported because she planned to take part in the Global March to Gaza. Others deported include Spanish, Swedish, Finnish, Moroccan, […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Update 4: Alberta wildfire update (June 13, 3:30 p.m.) Source: Government of Canada regional news (2) Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 13) There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and three mutual aid fires. 22 are classified as out of control, four are being held and 25 are under control. There have been three new wildfires […]
MIL-OSI Banking: The WTO welcomes students to 23rd John H. Jackson Moot Court Finals Source: World Trade Organization The John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition is a simulated hearing under the rules of the WTO dispute settlement system involving exchanges of written submissions and adversarial hearings before panelists on international trade law issues. The competition is organized by the European Law Students’ Association (ELSA). The WTO has been a […]
MIL-OSI Security: Coast Guard Reserve Unit at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command holds change of command ceremony Source: United States Coast Guard 06/13/2025 02:25 PM EDT The U.S. Coast Guard Reserve Unit at the United States Indo-Pacific Command (CGRU USINDOPACOM) held a change of command ceremony, Thursday, on the historic USS Battleship Missouri Memorial. For breaking news follow us on twitter @USCGHawaiiPac MIL Security OSI –
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Australia’s naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Speech Australia’s naval nuclear propulsion: AUKUS update to IAEA Board of Governors, June 2025 Update by Australia, the UK and the USA (AUKUS) to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on Australia’s naval nuclear propulsion programme Thank you, Chair. I have the honour of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Attorneys General from around the country filed amicus in support of Jobs Corps Source: Washington State News SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief with attorneys general from 18 states including Nevada in support of Job Corps, a national program that offers career training and housing to young Americans from low-income backgrounds. Job Corps has nearly 100 residential campuses across the country, and the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Strickland Statement on Israel Strikes of Iran Nuclear Sites Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released the following statement on the Israel strikes of Iran Nuclear sites: “Israel is the eternal homeland of the Jewish people and has the right to defend herself from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard of Iran – […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Defense Ministry warns some countries against encouraging Taiwan separatists Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin on Friday called on individual countries to firmly abide by the one-China principle in practice and […]
MIL-OSI Russia: New Zealand PM to visit China /more details/ Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Lacson will pay an official visit to China from […]
MIL-OSI Security: District of Arizona Charges 266 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct this Week Source: Office of United States Attorneys PHOENIX, Ariz. – During the week of enforcement operations from June 7, 2025, through June 13, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 266 individuals. Specifically, the United States filed 108 cases in which aliens illegally re-entered the United States, and […]
MIL-OSI Submissions: GAZA – June 13 – Lives at risk as communications down at Gaza’s hospitals Source: Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Flash Quote by Jose Mas, Head of MSF Emergency Programmes: “Our teams in Gaza are witnessing another chaotic day as the carnage at Gaza Humanitarian Foundation distribution sites continues unabated, internet connection is cut off at mass scale after an attack that hit communications lines, and Israeli forces issued new […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Marshall: We Are Unleashing America’s Energy Dominance US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall Washington – On Friday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) applauded the announcement from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to establish required Renewable Fuel Standard (RSF) volumes and percentage standards for 2026 and 2027, as well as to partially waive the 2025 cellulosic biofuel volume […]
MIL-OSI: Interoil Annual report 2024 published Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Oslo, 13 June 2025 Please find attached the 2024 Annual report for Interoil Exploration and Production ASA and the independent audit report prepared by PricewaterhouseCoopers AS. The company publishes its annual financial statements also in European Single Electronic Format (ESEF), available in a zip file named Interoil-Exploration-and-Production-2024-12-31-en as an attachment to this […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Luján Joins MSNBC to Defend Senator Padilla, Call Out GOP Silence and Demand Accountability US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-New Mexico) Santa Fe, N.M. — U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, joined MSNBC’s Ali Vitali to speak out forcefully in defense of his colleague and friend, Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), after the Senator was forcibly removed by […]
MIL-OSI Security: Cartel Enforcer Sentenced to 28 Years for Drug Trafficking and Violence Source: Office of United States Attorneys SAN DIEGO – Edgar Herrera Pardo, aka Caiman, an admitted violent cartel enforcer who ordered the killing of a Tijuana police officer, was sentenced in federal court today to 28 years in prison for trafficking large quantities of methamphetamine and heroin into the United States. Herrera Pardo was indicted […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICE arrests Mexican national convicted twice for felony DWI in New York Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Buffalo, N.Y. – Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Mexican national and convicted felon Juan Cruz-Gallegos pursuant to a warrant of arrest June 11, in Hudson, New York. ICE apprehended the illegal alien after local authorities failed to return him to ICE custody despite a judge’s order specifically requiring his […]
MIL-OSI Security: Western District of Texas Adds 331 New Immigration Cases Source: Office of United States Attorneys SAN ANTONIO –United States Attorney Justin R. Simmons for the Western District of Texas announced today, that federal prosecutors in the district filed 331 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from June 6 through 12. Among the new cases, Guatemalan national Geremias Ambrocio-Vicente was arrested for illegal re-entry less […]
MIL-OSI Security: Texas Man Guilty Of Drug and Racketeering Offenses Source: Office of United States Attorneys NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that JULIO CESAR DELGADO (“DELGADO”), age 39, formerly a resident of Brownsville, Texas pled guilty on June 5, 2025, before United States District Judge Nannette Jolivette Brown to Conspiracy to Possess with Intent to Distribute and Distribute […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rosen Joins Amicus Brief Urging Federal Court to Strike Down Trump’s Cost-Raising Tariffs US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) joined Senate colleagues in filing an amicus brief in Oregon v. Department of Homeland Security, a lawsuit brought by 12 states – including Nevada – against the Trump Administration’s illegal use of emergency powers to impose broad, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Hawley Secures Historic RECA Expansion in Base Text of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo) Thursday, June 12, 2025 U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced today that the largest expansion to date of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act has been included in the text of the “Big, Beautiful Bill.” This historic provision is a victory for nuclear radiation survivors in Missouri and across America—and a […]
MIL-OSI Banking: The WTO welcomes students to 23rd John H. Jackson Moot Court Finals Source: World Trade Organization The John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition is a simulated hearing under the rules of the WTO dispute settlement system involving exchanges of written submissions and adversarial hearings before panelists on international trade law issues. The competition is organized by the European Law Students’ Association (ELSA). The WTO has been a […]
MIL-OSI USA News: President Trump’s Policies Are Delivering Wins Across America Source: US Whitehouse Across the country, Americans are celebrating a surge of victories as President Donald J. Trump’s bold America First agenda revitalizes communities and restores American greatness. Here are just a few of those triumphs making front pages this week: In Detroit, Michigan, The Detroit News celebrated the landmark announcement by General Motors that […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada attends the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) Source: Government of Canada News (2) June 13, 2025 Nice, France – Canada’s oceans are facing increasing impacts from climate change, including species decline, biodiversity loss, ecosystem degradation, harm from aquatic invasive species, illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and the effects from waste and other pollutants. In response to these challenges, Canada is collaborating internationally […]
MIL-OSI USA: Attorneys General from around the country filed amicus in support of Jobs Corps Source: Washington State News SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief with attorneys general from 18 states including Nevada in support of Job Corps, a national program that offers career training and housing to young Americans from low-income backgrounds. Job Corps has nearly 100 residential campuses across the country, and the […]
India: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI: Sadhguru Named “Global Indian of the Year” by Canada India Foundation Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) NASHVILLE, TN, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of the Tennessee-headquartered Isha Foundation, has been recognized with the Global Indian of the Year award by the Canada India Foundation (CIF). The award was presented at CIF’s annual gala in Toronto on May 22, 2025, in acknowledgment of his […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Making more economic inroads in India Source: Government of Canada regional news (2) Chaired by Parliamentary Secretary for Economic Corridor Development Shane Getson, the committee will support the Alberta government’s work to develop economic corridors and enhance trade between Alberta and India. This will include providing strategic insight and advice on areas of mutual benefit between Alberta and India, including energy, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Larsen Releases Statement on Crash of Air India Flight Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Rick Larsen (2nd Congressional District Washington) Larsen Releases Statement on Crash of Air India Flight Washington, D.C., June 12, 2025 Joint statement of Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Ranking Member Rick Larsen (WA-02), Chairman Sam Graves (R-MO), Aviation Subcommittee Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX), and Aviation Subcommittee Ranking […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: AAIB Update: Air India flight AI171 Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments News story AAIB Update: Air India flight AI171 Update on the fatal accident which occurred in Ahmedabad, India on 12 June 2025 A team of four investigators from the UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has arrived in India. They have expertise in aircraft operations, engineering and […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Black box of crashed Air India plane found – local media Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, June 13 (Xinhua) — Aviation authorities have recovered one of the two black boxes from the Air India plane that crashed in the western Indian […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Indian Home Minister Confirms Plane Crash Survivor Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News NEW DELHI, June 13 (Xinhua) — Indian Home Minister Amit Shah said he has met the sole survivor of a plane crash that occurred in the western state of Gujarat on Thursday. “Air India […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Xi Jinping offers condolences to British King Charles III over Indian air crash Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday sent a message of condolences to Britain’s King Charles III over the deaths of many Britons […]
Ahmedabad plane crash: Black box recovered from Air India AI-171 wreckage Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The black box of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which crashed minutes after takeoff from Gujarat’s Ahmedabad, has been recovered from the wreckage of the aircraft. The black box, technically known as the flight data recorder, is expected to play a vital role in uncovering […]
MIL-OSI Africa: SA extends its condolences to India following plane crash Source: South Africa News Agency Friday, June 13, 2025 The Department of International Relations and Cooperation has extended condolences to the government and people of India after a plane that was carrying 242 passengers crashed. “The thoughts of the people of South Africa are with the people of India as well as the people of […]
India-UK FTA likely to unlock extra trade worth 25.5 billion pounds: UK diplomat Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India-UK Free Trade Agreement, which eliminates tariffs on 99 per cent of Indian exports to the UK and 90 per cent of UK exports to India, will unlock 25.5 billion pounds in additional trade value, according to UK Trade Commissioner for South Asia Harjinder Kang. […]
Southwest monsoon likely to advance further as north India battles intense heat: IMD Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday said that conditions remain favourable for the further advancement of the southwest monsoon over parts of Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha in the next two days. The monsoon is also expected to reach more areas of Gujarat, West Bengal, Jharkhand, […]
Air India crash survivor says he escaped through broken emergency exit Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The sole survivor of the Air India plane crash that killed more than 240 people said he walked out of a broken emergency exit after the aircraft hit a medical college hostel in the city of Ahmedabad. Ramesh Viswashkumar, who police said was on seat 11A […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Xi Jinping offers condolences to Indian leadership over plane crash Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday offered condolences to Indian President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the deaths of […]
MIL-OSI China: Xi extends condolences to Indian leaders over plane crash Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — Chinese President Xi Jinping extended on Friday condolences to Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi respectively over the heavy casualties caused by the crash of an Air India flight. In his message, Xi expressed shock upon learning that the […]
MIL-OSI China: Xi extends condolences to King Charles III over plane crash in India Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday sent a message of condolence to Britain’s King Charles III over the heavy British casualties caused by the crash of an Air India flight. In his message, Xi expressed shock upon learning of the crash of […]
Offered fullest support: EAM Jaishankar speaks to UK, Portugal, Canada over Air India plane crash Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar said that he is in touch with his counterparts from the United Kingdom, Portugal, and Canada in the aftermath of the Air India Flight AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, which claimed 241 lives. “In touch with FS @DavidLammy of UK, FM […]
DGT, Shell India roll out green skills, EV training programme across five states Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) The Directorate General of Training (DGT), under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), has partnered with Shell India to launch a Green Skills and Electric Vehicle (EV) training programme. The initiative, implemented by Edunet Foundation, Shell’s training partner, will be conducted across selected Industrial […]
Air India crash: PM Modi visits Ahmedabad crash site, assesses damage, meets injured Source: Government of India Source: Government of India (4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the site of the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, where the London-bound flight carrying 242 people went down a day earlier. The aircraft crashed minutes after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 241 people. Only one passenger […]
MIL-OSI Russia: UN chief expresses condolences over plane crash in India Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News UNITED NATIONS, June 13 (Xinhua) — United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is deeply saddened by the news of the crash of an Air India plane that killed […]
China: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI China: Revised edition of Chen Yun’s works published to mark 120th birth anniversary Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — A revised three-volume collection of works by Chen Yun has been published to mark the 120th birth anniversary of the veteran Chinese leader. The new edition, which expands upon the original collection of Chen’s works published in June 2005, features 401 works […]
MIL-OSI China: SCO members discuss sci-tech cooperation Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News CHENGDU, June 13 — Member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) discussed sci-tech collaboration during a meeting in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province, on Thursday. During the ninth science ministers’ meeting of the SCO, science ministers and other representatives of SCO member […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Tribunal Initiates Inquiry—Thermal Paper Rolls from China Source: Government of Canada News (2) Ottawa, Ontario, June 13, 2025—The Canadian International Trade Tribunal today initiated a preliminary injury inquiry into a complaint by McDermid Paper Converters Limited of Markham, Ontario, Media Cash Register Inc. of Saint‑Laurent, Québec, and Custom Paper Ltd. of Richmond, British Columbia, that they have suffered injury as a result of the dumping […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Azerbaijan to open official tourism office in China by end of year Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News Baku, June 13 /Xinhua/ — Azerbaijan plans to open an official tourism office in China by the end of this year, Acting Head of the State Tourism […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday called for learning from veteran leader Chen Yun and carrying forward his legacy with an enterprising spirit and hard work to build China into a strong country. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers an important speech at a meeting held to mark the 120th birth anniversary of veteran leader Chen Yun at the Great […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Defense Ministry warns some countries against encouraging Taiwan separatists Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin on Friday called on individual countries to firmly abide by the one-China principle in practice and […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China remains committed to promoting healthy China-US military ties – Chinese Defense Ministry Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — China remains committed to promoting the stable, healthy and sustainable development of China-U.S. military ties, Defense Ministry spokesperson Jiang Bin said Friday. […]
MIL-OSI Russia: New Zealand PM to visit China /more details/ Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — At the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Lacson will pay an official visit to China from […]
MIL-OSI China: China issued 10.68 trillion yuan in new loans in first five months Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News China issued 10.68 trillion yuan (about 1.5 trillion U.S. dollars) in new yuan-denominated loans in the first five months of 2025, central bank data showed on Friday. At the end of May, outstanding yuan loans amounted to 266.32 trillion yuan, up 7.1 percent year on year, […]
MIL-OSI China: Along ancient Silk Road, Xi cultivates new bonds with Central Asia Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — In the shimmering early summer heat of Xi’an, China’s longest-serving ancient capital, six pomegranate trees stand gracefully near the site of the inaugural China-Central Asia Summit held in May 2023, their branches bowing low with fruit. Planted two years ago by Chinese […]
MIL-OSI China: China-Africa trade shifting toward more diversified, high value-added model Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News CHANGSHA, June 13 — China-Africa trade is undergoing a profound transformation from a traditional resource-based model to one that is more diversified, high value-added and technology-intensive, according to a document released Friday at the ongoing China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo. The Blue Book of China-Africa Economic […]
MIL-OSI China: China renews bilateral currency swap agreement with Türkiye Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — The People’s Bank of China (PBOC), the country’s central bank, has renewed a bilateral currency swap agreement with the Central Bank of the Republic of Türkiye. The total value of this agreement is 35 billion yuan (about 4.88 billion U.S. dollars), or […]
MIL-OSI China: Chinese premier chairs meeting on pilot free trade zone, real estate Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Friday presided over a State Council executive meeting that deployed measures for the replication and promotion of pilot initiatives in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone. The meeting also reviewed reports on constructing a new model […]
MIL-OSI China: China raises Typhoon Wutip emergency response in multiple regions Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — China’s State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters on Friday upgraded its emergency response for flood and typhoon control to Level III in the provincial-level regions of Hainan, Guangdong and Guangxi, all located in south China, in response to Typhoon Wutip, the […]
“Any act that emboldens the ‘Taiwan independence’ separatist forces to seek secession will undermine cross-Strait peace and stability, and lead to bitter results or self-inflicted wounds,” said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Friday. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 13 — “Any act that emboldens the ‘Taiwan independence’ separatist forces to seek secession will undermine cross-Strait peace and stability, and lead to bitter results or self-inflicted wounds,” said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press […]
“We hope the US side will stop playing up the alleged ‘China threat’, respect China’s core interests,” said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Friday. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 13 — “We hope the US side will stop playing up the alleged ‘China threat’, respect China’s core interests,” said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press briefing on Friday. The spokesperson made the remarks when […]
The Third China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange will be held in Guiyang, the capital city of Guizhou province in southwestern China, from June 18 to 20. Source: People’s Republic of China – Ministry of National Defense BEIJING, June 13 — The Third China-ASEAN Defense Think Tank Exchange will be held in Guiyang, the capital city of Guizhou province in southwestern China, from June 18 to 20, said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China’s Ministry of National Defense, at a press […]
MIL-OSI Russia: China’s Dejiang County Finds New Opportunities for Tea Industry Development in Kyrgyzstan Market Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian – Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 (Xinhua) — The Kyrgyz market has provided new opportunities for the development of the tea industry in Dejiang County, Tongren City, southwest China’s Guizhou […]
Economy: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI NGOs: Greenpeace USA Slams U.S. Seabed Mining Plans off American Samoa Source: Greenpeace Statement – Victor Pickering, a Greenpeace International activist from Fiji displays a banner reading “Our Pacific Is Not Yours To Destroy” in front of the Maersk Launcher, a ship chartered by DeepGreen, one of the companies spearheading the drive to mine the barely understood deep sea ecosystem. The Rainbow Warrior is in the […]
MIL-OSI Economics: Cambodia: Digital Solutions Improve Solid Waste Service Source: Asia Development Bank With Cambodia’s rapid urban growth, solid waste has become a major hazard, polluting Lake Tonle Sap. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is financing sanitary landfills and a digital platform to improve solid waste management in five towns in the Tonle Sap Basin. MIL OSI Economics –
MIL-OSI China: Revised edition of Chen Yun’s works published to mark 120th birth anniversary Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, June 13 — A revised three-volume collection of works by Chen Yun has been published to mark the 120th birth anniversary of the veteran Chinese leader. The new edition, which expands upon the original collection of Chen’s works published in June 2005, features 401 works […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Leading tech firms have partnered with government to deliver AI skills training to 7.5 million UK workers. Leading tech firms join talks with ambitions to train 7.5 million UK workers in […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada supports the Francos de Montréal and Festival International de Jazz de Montréal Source: Government of Canada News (2) The two Montréal events receive over $1 million in financial support from CED. Montréal, Quebec, June 13, 2025 – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) Supporting tourism through festivals and events contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible […]
MIL-OSI USA: Cortez Masto, 40 Senate Democrats Press Trump Administration to Resume Processing DACA Applications US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Nevada Cortez Masto Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) joined 39 Senate Democrats led by U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) urging the Trump administration to resume processing applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, following a court ruling that limited a nationwide […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warner, Kaine, & Colleagues Press Trump Administration to Resume Processing DACA Applications US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Virginia Tim Kaine WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) and their Senate colleagues urged U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to resume processing applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program following the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Making more economic inroads in India Source: Government of Canada regional news (2) Chaired by Parliamentary Secretary for Economic Corridor Development Shane Getson, the committee will support the Alberta government’s work to develop economic corridors and enhance trade between Alberta and India. This will include providing strategic insight and advice on areas of mutual benefit between Alberta and India, including energy, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Welch, Colleagues Introduce Legislative Package to Improve Medicaid for Kids, Seniors, and Families US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) As Republican Bill Takes Away Health Care from Millions of Americans, Senate Democrats Offer Common Sense Improvements to Medicaid and Empower Federal Watchdogs to Fight Real Fraud WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Peter Welch, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, this week joined Ranking […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Schneider’s statement on the strike last night: Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL) At approximately 3:00 a.m. local time, 7:00 p.m. in Illinois, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a preemptive military strike targeting Iran’s nuclear program and key personnel. Israel has struck more than 300 targets, including nuclear sites, air defenses, and IRGC headquarters This may mark […]
MIL-OSI USA News: What They Are Saying: President Trump Stops Radical Environmentalism to Generate Power for the Columbia River Basin Source: US Whitehouse President Donald J. Trump took bold action to revoke the Biden Administration’s “Restoring Healthy and Abundant Salmon, Steelhead, and Other Native Fish Populations in the Columbia River Basin” Memorandum, which would have eliminated secure and reliable energy sources. Key administration officials, Members of Congress, and industry leaders are supporting President Trump’s action […]
MIL-OSI: KGNCLOUD Introduces Zero Threshold Gold Mining for Crypto’s New Era Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NJ, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a new round of explosive changes—Bitcoin has broken through the $100,000 mark, the US has relaxed regulations, and Russia has fully legalised mining. These monumental shifts are reshaping the global financial landscape. In response, cloud mining is […]
MIL-OSI USA: Larsen Introduces Bipartisan ESTUARIES Act to Reauthorize EPA’s National Estuary Program Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Rick Larsen (2nd Congressional District Washington) This week, Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-02), Shomari C. Figures (AL-02), Brian Mast (FL-21), Mike Haridopolos (FL-08), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01) and Nick LaLota (NY-01) introduced bipartisan legislation, the Enhancing Science, Treatment, and Upkeep of America’s Resilient and Important Estuarine Systems (ESTUARIES Act), to reauthorize […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Minister Solomon concludes a successful visit to VivaTech 2025 in Paris Source: Government of Canada News (2) Canada’s participation as Country of the Year is a testament to the strength of its AI ecosystem June 13, 2025 – Paris, France Today, the Honourable Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, concluded a […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada attends the 2025 United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) Source: Government of Canada News (2) June 13, 2025 Nice, France – Canada’s oceans are facing increasing impacts from climate change, including species decline, biodiversity loss, ecosystem degradation, harm from aquatic invasive species, illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and the effects from waste and other pollutants. In response to these challenges, Canada is collaborating internationally […]
Business: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI: Aetherium Acquisition Corp. Announces Change of Special Meeting Date Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) GREENWICH, Conn., June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Aetherium Acquisition (the “SPAC” or the “Company”), a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, today announced that its Special Meeting (“Meeting”), previously scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on June 13, 2025, has been postponed to 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time on June 27, 2025, and […]
MIL-OSI Security: FBI Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Warns Americans About Elder Fraud Source: US FBI Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Sunday, June 15, the FBI is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud. This type of fraud takes many forms as criminals seek to take advantage of this vulnerable and growing population. The FBI is committed to educating the public about […]
MIL-OSI Australia: 20th anniversary of disappearance of Steven Williams Source: New South Wales – News Today marks the 20th anniversary of the disappearance of Steven Williams, a former president of the Gypsy Jokers. Steven Williams was last seen at the Gepps Cross Hotel on the afternoon of 14 June, 2005. His white Ford Falcon was later found abandoned in the hotel car park. It is […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Collins Speaks at Northern Light Health Rural Dementia Training Project US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Maine Susan Collins Published: June 13, 2025 Click HERE and HERE for individual photos. Orono, ME – Today, U.S. Senator Susan Collins delivered remarks at the Northern Light Health Maine Rural Dementia Training Project at the University of Maine. More than 100 medical professionals from across the state […]
MIL-OSI Security: FBI Honolulu Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Warns Americans of Elder Fraud Source: US FBI Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the FBI is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud. This type of fraud takes many forms as criminals seek to take advantage of this vulnerable and growing population. The FBI is committed to educating the public about these […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Leading tech firms have partnered with government to deliver AI skills training to 7.5 million UK workers. Leading tech firms join talks with ambitions to train 7.5 million UK workers in […]
MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Announces First International Trade Mission Source: US State of Missouri JUNE 13, 2025 Jefferson City — From June 16 – 20, Governor Mike Kehoe and a Missouri delegation will travel to Paris, France, for the Governor’s first international trade mission. The trade mission will include meetings with businesses that already have a presence in Missouri, as well as promoting Missouri to companies […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Regarding the Proposed Acquisition of the United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-left”>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (section 721), 50 U.S.C. 4565, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. […]
MIL-OSI: Red White & Bloom Brands Provides Update on Status of Annual Filings Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) TORONTO, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Red White & Bloom Brands Inc. (CSE: RWB) (“RWB” or the “Company”) is providing an update on the status of a management cease trade order granted on May 1, 2025 (the “MCTO”) by the British Columbia Securities Commission under National Policy 12-203 – Management Cease […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Government of Canada supports the Francos de Montréal and Festival International de Jazz de Montréal Source: Government of Canada News (2) The two Montréal events receive over $1 million in financial support from CED. Montréal, Quebec, June 13, 2025 – Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED) Supporting tourism through festivals and events contributes to economic development in Quebec’s regions. That is why the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible […]
MIL-OSI USA: Klobuchar Statement on Federal Judge Blocking President Trump’s Firing of CPSC Commissioners US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn) WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) released the following statement on federal judges blocking the president’s firing of the three Democratic Consumer Product Safety Commissioners and ordering their immediate reinstatement. “This was an illegal firing that put the safety of Americans at risk. Whether […]
MIL-OSI: Picton Mahoney Asset Management Announces Fund Name Changes, Ticker Change and Risk Rating Changes Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) Not for Distribution to U.S. Newswire Services or for Dissemination in the United States of America. TORONTO, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Picton Mahoney Asset Management (“Picton Mahoney”) announced that, effective today, it has renamed the funds set forth below in order to streamline the names across its fund family. Mutual […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Making more economic inroads in India Source: Government of Canada regional news (2) Chaired by Parliamentary Secretary for Economic Corridor Development Shane Getson, the committee will support the Alberta government’s work to develop economic corridors and enhance trade between Alberta and India. This will include providing strategic insight and advice on areas of mutual benefit between Alberta and India, including energy, […]
MIL-OSI USA: Welch, Colleagues Introduce Legislative Package to Improve Medicaid for Kids, Seniors, and Families US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont) As Republican Bill Takes Away Health Care from Millions of Americans, Senate Democrats Offer Common Sense Improvements to Medicaid and Empower Federal Watchdogs to Fight Real Fraud WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Peter Welch, a member of the Senate Finance Committee, this week joined Ranking […]
MIL-OSI: Franklin Electric Announces Repurchase of Company Shares Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) FORT WAYNE, Ind., June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) is pleased to announce the successful completion of a stock purchase transaction involving shares held within the Patricia Schaefer Settlement Trust, a trust established by the late Patricia Schaefer. The purchase transaction involved the acquisition of 1,200,000 shares […]
Defence News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI USA: Reed Statement on Trump’s Military Parade US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a West Point graduate and former U.S. Army paratrooper who served in the 82nd Airborne, issued the following statement: “The U.S. Army and our military personnel are worthy of celebration and recognition each and every […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams The Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payments Scams (TRAPS) Act, would create a task force to combat the growing issue of payment scams A champion of consumer protections, Senator Reverend Warnock has a […]
MIL-OSI USA: PHOTOS: Capito Addresses West Virginia Boys State and Girls State US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for West Virginia Shelley Moore Capito CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined participants of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State at Jackson’s Mill in Weston, W.Va. Afterwards, she traveled to Elkins, W.Va. to address the participants of the Rhododendron Girls State at Davis and […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Trump is gutting police and public safety funding in California Source: US State of California Governor Jun 13, 2025 What you need to know: Donald Trump is raiding public safety funds to bankroll his militarized birthday party this Saturday, while stripping local police departments, first responders, and communities across the country of the tools they need to keep Americans safe. Los Angeles, California – Donald […]
MIL-OSI USA News: 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States Army Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-center”>BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On June 14, 1775, the sword and shield of our Republic were forged when the Second Continental Congress voted to establish what would later become the United States Army. Today, our Nation proudly celebrates 250 years of our Army’s strength, service, valor, […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Regarding the Proposed Acquisition of the United States Steel Corporation by Nippon Steel Corporation Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-left”>By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including section 721 of the Defense Production Act of 1950, as amended (section 721), 50 U.S.C. 4565, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Ernst Celebrates U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), a combat veteran who served in the Iowa Army National Guard, released the following statement ahead of the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday tomorrow: “From Bunker Hill and Gettysburg to the Beaches of Normandy and the Iraqi desert, the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Miller-Meeks to Join President Trump in Celebrating the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-02) Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), a 24-year Army veteran, will join President Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C., on Saturday for a historic military parade marking the 250th birthday of the United States Army. “As a 24-year Army veteran, I’m honored to […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: The Military division of The King’s Birthday Honours List 2025 Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments News story The Military division of The King’s Birthday Honours List 2025 A number of military personnel have been granted state honours in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their work in the Armed Forces. Royal Navy Awards Promotions in and appointments to the military division of […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Schneider’s statement on the strike last night: Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL) At approximately 3:00 a.m. local time, 7:00 p.m. in Illinois, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a preemptive military strike targeting Iran’s nuclear program and key personnel. Israel has struck more than 300 targets, including nuclear sites, air defenses, and IRGC headquarters This may mark […]
MIL-OSI USA News: What They Are Saying: President Trump Stops Radical Environmentalism to Generate Power for the Columbia River Basin Source: US Whitehouse President Donald J. Trump took bold action to revoke the Biden Administration’s “Restoring Healthy and Abundant Salmon, Steelhead, and Other Native Fish Populations in the Columbia River Basin” Memorandum, which would have eliminated secure and reliable energy sources. Key administration officials, Members of Congress, and industry leaders are supporting President Trump’s action […]
MIL-OSI Europe: President Meloni chairs video conference meeting on military escalation in the Middle East Source: Government of Italy (English) The President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, chaired a video conference meeting earlier today to assess the consequences of the military escalation in the Middle East. The meeting was also attended by Vice-President of the Council of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, Vice-President of the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warner, Colleagues Question President Trump over Decision to Fire NTSB Vice Chair US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Commonwealth of Virginia Mark R Warner WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA) joined by Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) wrote to President Trump questioning his administration’s decision to remove National Transportation […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Shaheen Welcomes NH Vendors for 14th Experience New Hampshire Reception in Washington, DC US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Hampshire Jeanne Shaheen (Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) welcomed the 14th “Experience New Hampshire” reception, where Granite State businesses, restaurants, institutions and vendors from around the state showcased their products and services, including beverages, specialty foods, furniture and tourism opportunities, for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Booker Hosts Academy Send-Off Reception for NJ Service Academy Appointees, Family Members US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for New Jersey Cory Booker NEWARK, N.J. – Today, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) hosted a Send-Off Reception for 13 service academy appointees from across New Jersey and their families. Following the occasion, Booker said: “Receiving and accepting an appointment to a United States service academy is a […]
MIL-OSI USA: Lummis Praises Trump’s Executive Action on Wildfire Management Reform US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Wyoming Cynthia Lummis June 13, 2025 Washington, D.C. – Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) released the following statement regarding President Trump’s signing of an Executive Order to Empower Commonsense Wildfire Prevention and Response. “Wyoming families know the devastating reality of wildfires – they’ve destroyed our ranches, threatened our communities, and burned through […]
MIL-OSI Russia: Russia tests promising laser systems to counter drones Translation. Region: Russian Federal Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article. Denis Manturov took part in large-scale tests of promising laser systems to counter unmanned aerial vehicles First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov took part in large-scale tests of advanced laser systems for countering unmanned […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – 16 June – 19 June: Plenary week Source: European Parliament In the week of 16 June, Members’ work will be centred on Parliament’s plenary sitting, and Committees will meet only in exceptional cases. During this week, the Committee on Budgets will vote on a proposal to amend the ERDF, Cohesion Fund and Just Transition Fund in the context of the mid-term review. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Senator Coons statement on Israeli strikes on Iran US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Delaware Christopher Coons WILMINGTON, Del. – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) issued the following statement in response to Israel’s strikes against Iran’s nuclear program: “We do not yet know the full scope of Israel’s military operation against Iran, the justification for striking on the eve of the […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Cuellar Issues Statement on Israeli Defensive Strikes in Iran Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar, Ph.D. (TX-28), released the following statement in response to Israel’s defensive strikes against the Iranian regime: “Iran’s accelerating nuclear program, developed in secret and in violation of international agreements, poses a direct threat to our national security […]
MIL-OSI Security: Director General Grossi’s Statement to UNSC on Situation in Iran Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA Early this morning, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was informed of the military operation launched by Israel which includes attacks on nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. As I reported this morning to the IAEA Board of Governors, we have been in permanent contact with […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Update 4: Alberta wildfire update (June 13, 3:30 p.m.) Source: Government of Canada regional news (2) Current situation (as of 3:30 p.m., June 13) There are 51 wildfires currently burning across Alberta in the Forest Protection Area, and three mutual aid fires. 22 are classified as out of control, four are being held and 25 are under control. There have been three new wildfires […]
MIL-OSI USA: Hinson Applauds RVO Proposal as Win for Iowa’s Ag Community, Biofuels Producers Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-01) Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ashley Hinson (IA-02) released the following statement in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) recent announcement on the Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) levels for 2026 and 2027. “I’m very encouraged by the EPA’s proposed rule, which underscores the important role that biofuels play in […]
MIL-OSI USA: Confirmation of Administration Appointees by the Senate Source: US State of New York overnor Kathy Hochul today announced the confirmation of new and re-appointed administration appointees by the New York State Senate. “New Yorkers deserve to be served by our state’s best and brightest,” Governor Hochul said. “These dedicated public servants are leaders in their fields and have made countless contributions to […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Schneider’s statement on the strike last night: Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Brad Schneider (D-IL) At approximately 3:00 a.m. local time, 7:00 p.m. in Illinois, Israel launched Operation Rising Lion, a preemptive military strike targeting Iran’s nuclear program and key personnel. Israel has struck more than 300 targets, including nuclear sites, air defenses, and IRGC headquarters This may mark […]
MIL-OSI USA News: What They Are Saying: President Trump Stops Radical Environmentalism to Generate Power for the Columbia River Basin Source: US Whitehouse President Donald J. Trump took bold action to revoke the Biden Administration’s “Restoring Healthy and Abundant Salmon, Steelhead, and Other Native Fish Populations in the Columbia River Basin” Memorandum, which would have eliminated secure and reliable energy sources. Key administration officials, Members of Congress, and industry leaders are supporting President Trump’s action […]
MIL-OSI USA: Hickenlooper: “Washington is trying to tell Colorado what land is for sale.” US Senate News: Source: United States Senator John Hickenlooper – Colorado Comments come after Senate Republicans added a provision to their budget to sell three million acres of public land to bankroll tax cuts for the ultra-wealthy WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement on Senate Republicans’ proposal in the budget reconciliation […]
MIL-OSI: Houston American Energy Corp. Provides Response to Unusual Market Action Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) HOUSTON, TX, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA) (“HUSA” or the “Company”) announced today that the Company had become aware of unusual trading activity in its common stock on the New York Stock Exchange American (the “NYSE”) on June 12 and June 13, 2025. The […]
MIL-OSI: KGNCLOUD Introduces Zero Threshold Gold Mining for Crypto’s New Era Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) New York City, NJ, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a new round of explosive changes—Bitcoin has broken through the $100,000 mark, the US has relaxed regulations, and Russia has fully legalised mining. These monumental shifts are reshaping the global financial landscape. In response, cloud mining is […]
MIL-OSI USA: Rosen Statement on Israel’s Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s Subcommittee on the Near East, South Asia, Central Asia, and Counterterrorism and a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released a statement following Israel’s action to weaken […]
MIL-OSI Africa: Qatar Warns of Dangers of Israeli Violations on International Peace and Security Source: Government of Qatar Vienna, June 13 The State of Qatar has reiterated its strong condemnation and deep denunciation of the Israeli attack that targeted the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran, describing it as a blatant violation of Iran’s sovereignty and security at a time when countries around the world are striving to […]
MIL-OSI USA: Wyden Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Pull out of the Resilient Columbia Basin Agreement US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Ron Wyden (D-Ore) June 13, 2025 Oregon senator: “Donald Trump proves yet again his irrational preference for litigation and mindless destruction of actual achievements like this settlement agreement” Washington, D.C. –U.S. Senator Ron Wyden today issued the following statement in response to the Trump administration’s decision this week […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Price of energy in Europe – E-000915/2025(ASW) Source: European Parliament On 26 February 2025, the Commission presented the action plan for Affordable Energy[1] alongside the Clean Industrial Deal underlining that affordable energy is a fundamental pillar of Europe’s strategy for sustainable prosperity and industrial competitiveness. The action plan for Affordable Energy sets out eight concrete measures across four pillars to accelerate the clean transition […]
MIL-OSI Europe: Final draft agenda – Wednesday, 18 June 2025 – Strasbourg Source: European Parliament 51 Macro-financial assistance to EgyptCéline Imart (A10-0037/2025) – Amendments; rejection Monday, 16 June 2025, 20:00 – Requests for “separate”, “split” and “roll-call” votes Tuesday, 17 June 2025, 16:00 39 Adoption by the Union of the Agreement on the interpretation and application of the Energy Charter TreatyAnna Cavazzini, Borys Budka (A10-0009/2025) – […]
MIL-OSI Banking: Türkiye’s renewable power capacity to reach 38.2GW in 2035, forecasts GlobalData Source: GlobalData Türkiye’s renewable power capacity to reach 38.2GW in 2035, forecasts GlobalData Posted in Power Türkiye boasts one of the world’s most rapidly expanding energy markets, driven by its robust economic growth. However, the country relies heavily on fossil and electricity imports to meet its domestic power demand. To reduce this dependency, the country […]
MIL-OSI USA: MAINE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION APPROVES RATE CHANGES FOR CENTRAL MAINE POWER COMPANY Source: US State of Maine June 13, 2025 Hallowell, Maine – The Maine Public Utilities Commission (Commission) has approved changes to electric rates for customers of Central Maine Power Company (CMP) resulting from recent decisions in multiple cases, including the annual stranded cost revenue requirement (Docket No. 2025-00019) and CMP’s annual compliance filing (Docket No. […]
MIL-OSI USA: Grassley Applauds EPA Biofuels Announcement Raising RFS Volumes US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA – U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) welcomed the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) announcement raising Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO) levels for biomass-based diesel and advanced biofuels. The announcement also proposes strengthening the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) by ensuring only liquid fuels are […]
MIL-OSI Global: Nuclear energy is a risky investment, but that’s no reason for the UK government to avoid it Source: The Conversation – UK – By Renaud Foucart, Senior Lecturer in Economics, Lancaster University Management School, Lancaster University Sizewell B on the UK’s Suffolk coast. Nick Beer/Shutterstock The UK government’s investment of around £14 billion in a new nuclear power plant marks a big economic shift for the country’s approach to energy. The Sizewell […]
Security Intelligence: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI Security: FBI Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Warns Americans About Elder Fraud Source: US FBI Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Sunday, June 15, the FBI is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud. This type of fraud takes many forms as criminals seek to take advantage of this vulnerable and growing population. The FBI is committed to educating the public about […]
MIL-OSI Australia: 20th anniversary of disappearance of Steven Williams Source: New South Wales – News Today marks the 20th anniversary of the disappearance of Steven Williams, a former president of the Gypsy Jokers. Steven Williams was last seen at the Gepps Cross Hotel on the afternoon of 14 June, 2005. His white Ford Falcon was later found abandoned in the hotel car park. It is […]
MIL-OSI USA: DHS Know2Protect campaign empowers student to report abuse; former teacher sentenced to 7 years in federal prison Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement WASHINGTON – A Department of Homeland Security child exploitation prevention program designed to empower children to understand the threats and report suspected online exploitation, led directly to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement investigation, arrest and federal conviction of a former teacher and coach preying on children, authorities announced […]
MIL-OSI USA: Reed Statement on Trump’s Military Parade US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a West Point graduate and former U.S. Army paratrooper who served in the 82nd Airborne, issued the following statement: “The U.S. Army and our military personnel are worthy of celebration and recognition each and every […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams The Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payments Scams (TRAPS) Act, would create a task force to combat the growing issue of payment scams A champion of consumer protections, Senator Reverend Warnock has a […]
MIL-OSI Security: Baxter Springs, Kansas, Man Charged with Child Pornography Possession Source: US FBI WICHITA, KAN. – A Kansas man has been charged through criminal complaint in Wichita, Kansas, on allegations related to child sexual abuse materials. According to court documents, Kenneth Norman Baker, 41, of Baxter Springs is charged with one count of receipt of child pornography, one count of distribution of child pornography, […]
MIL-OSI Security: FBI Honolulu Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day and Warns Americans of Elder Fraud Source: US FBI Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the FBI is reminding elderly Americans and their loved ones about elder fraud. This type of fraud takes many forms as criminals seek to take advantage of this vulnerable and growing population. The FBI is committed to educating the public about these […]
MIL-Evening Report: Fijian in Abu Dhabi worried about Pacific communities in Middle East By Susana Suisuiki, Presenter/producer of RNZ Pacific Waves Fiji’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi says it is closely monitoring the situation in Iran and Israel as tensions remain high. Israel carried out a dozen strikes against Iranian military and nuclear sites on Friday, claiming it acted out of “self-defence”, saying Iran is close to building a […]
MIL-OSI Security: Alameda Man Indicted On Charges Stemming From Theft Of $800,000 From Prepaid Debit Cards Source: Office of United States Attorneys SAN FRANCISCO – A federal grand jury has indicted Nathan Wu-Falkenborg on 15 counts of bank fraud and aggravated identity theft in connection with the alleged theft of funds from prepaid debit cards. Wu-Falkenborg made an initial appearance in federal district court today. According to the indictment filed June […]
MIL-OSI Security: District of Arizona Charges 266 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct this Week Source: Office of United States Attorneys PHOENIX, Ariz. – During the week of enforcement operations from June 7, 2025, through June 13, 2025, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 266 individuals. Specifically, the United States filed 108 cases in which aliens illegally re-entered the United States, and […]
MIL-OSI Security: Arrest Made in D.C. Jail Homicide Source: Office of United States Attorneys WASHINGTON – Marquise Jones, 26, of the District of Columbia, was arrested Tuesday on charges of second-degree murder while armed with a knife, for the jailhouse death of 29-year-old Carlos Shelley on May 12, 2025. The arrest was announced by U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris […]
MIL-OSI Security: Sioux City Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Possession Source: Office of United States Attorneys Jon Waugh, age 55, from Sioux City, Iowa, a man who possessed methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it within 1,000 feet of a protected location pled guilty June 12, 2025, in federal court in Sioux City. On August 14, 2024, law enforcement officers contacted Waugh outside his apartment […]
MIL-OSI USA: PHOTOS: Capito Addresses West Virginia Boys State and Girls State US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for West Virginia Shelley Moore Capito CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined participants of the American Legion Mountaineer Boys State at Jackson’s Mill in Weston, W.Va. Afterwards, she traveled to Elkins, W.Va. to address the participants of the Rhododendron Girls State at Davis and […]
MIL-OSI Security: Director General Grossi’s Statement to UNSC on Situation in Iran Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA Early this morning, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) was informed of the military operation launched by Israel which includes attacks on nuclear facilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. As I reported this morning to the IAEA Board of Governors, we have been in permanent contact with […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Trump is gutting police and public safety funding in California Source: US State of California Governor Jun 13, 2025 What you need to know: Donald Trump is raiding public safety funds to bankroll his militarized birthday party this Saturday, while stripping local police departments, first responders, and communities across the country of the tools they need to keep Americans safe. Los Angeles, California – Donald […]
MIL-OSI USA: Weber Reintroduces Legislation to Provide Fair Pay for Federal Correctional Officers Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Randy Weber (14th District of Texas) Washington, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) reintroduced the Pay Our Correctional Officers Fairly Act, aimed at improving staffing and retention within the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) by ensuring competitive and fair pay for correctional officers. The legislation would revise the locality pay […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: The King’s Birthday Honours 2025 Source: Scottish Government First Minister congratulates Scotland’s Honour recipients. First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Scotland’s recipients in The King’s Birthday Honours list. This year’s awards celebrate individuals making exceptional contributions to public life or their community in keeping with the theme of ‘public service’. Professor Ursula Martin has been appointed a Dame […]
Politics News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on June 14, 2025.
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: British Ambassador Presents Credentials to President Castro Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments World news story British Ambassador Presents Credentials to President Castro English Español de América Latina The British Ambassador to Honduras, Juliana Correa, presented her Credentials to the President of the Republic of Honduras, Xiomara Castro, during a ceremony held at the Presidential Residence in Tegucigalpa. Ambassador Correa […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warnock, Cassidy Bring Bipartisanship, Southern Flair to Capitol Hill for National Seersucker Day US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia Warnock, Cassidy Bring Bipartisanship, Southern Flair to Capitol Hill for National Seersucker Day Senator Reverend Warnock teamed up with Senator Bill Cassidy to host National Seersucker Day at the U.S. Capitol on June 12 Senator Warnock returned as National Seersucker Day Co-Chair for […]
MIL-OSI USA: Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams US Senate News: Source: United States Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock – Georgia Warnock, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Georgians from Payment Scams The Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payments Scams (TRAPS) Act, would create a task force to combat the growing issue of payment scams A champion of consumer protections, Senator Reverend Warnock has a […]
MIL-Evening Report: Fijian in Abu Dhabi worried about Pacific communities in Middle East By Susana Suisuiki, Presenter/producer of RNZ Pacific Waves Fiji’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi says it is closely monitoring the situation in Iran and Israel as tensions remain high. Israel carried out a dozen strikes against Iranian military and nuclear sites on Friday, claiming it acted out of “self-defence”, saying Iran is close to building a […]
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release Tech giants join government to kick off plans to boost British worker AI skills Leading tech firms have partnered with government to deliver AI skills training to 7.5 million UK workers. Leading tech firms join talks with ambitions to train 7.5 million UK workers in […]
MIL-OSI Canada: A new approach to COVID-19 immunizations Due to changes to the federal COVID-19 vaccine procurement process earlier this year, provinces and territories are now responsible for purchasing COVID-19 vaccines for residents. Alberta’s government remains committed to ensuring Albertans who are at highest risk due to COVID-19 have access to immunizations. Starting this fall, Albertans who are at a higher risk of […]
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Trump is gutting police and public safety funding in California Source: US State of California Governor Jun 13, 2025 What you need to know: Donald Trump is raiding public safety funds to bankroll his militarized birthday party this Saturday, while stripping local police departments, first responders, and communities across the country of the tools they need to keep Americans safe. Los Angeles, California – Donald […]
MIL-OSI USA: Governor Kehoe Announces First International Trade Mission Source: US State of Missouri JUNE 13, 2025 Jefferson City — From June 16 – 20, Governor Mike Kehoe and a Missouri delegation will travel to Paris, France, for the Governor’s first international trade mission. The trade mission will include meetings with businesses that already have a presence in Missouri, as well as promoting Missouri to companies […]
MIL-OSI Canada: Elder abuse: Know the signs, reduce the risk As Alberta’s senior population continues to grow, Alberta’s government remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring every Albertan senior can live with dignity, security and free from harm. Elder abuse is a serious issue worldwide, including in Alberta. It is estimated that one in 10 seniors in the province experiences some form of abuse — […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Father’s Day, 2025 Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-center”>By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation America’s fathers are the custodians of our strength, the leaders of our families, and the protectors of our security and safety. This Father’s Day, my Administration pays tribute to every father whose fierce love, heroic devotion, and inspiring example are molding […]
MIL-OSI USA News: Flag Day and National Flag Week, 2025 Source: US Whitehouse class=”has-text-align-center”>BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On June 14, 1777, a banner of red, white, and blue was woven into history when the Second Continental Congress passed the First Flag Resolution, making our beloved Stars and Stripes the official flag of our emerging Republic. This Flag Day and […]
MIL-OSI USA: Miller-Meeks to Join President Trump in Celebrating the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks’ (IA-02) Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), a 24-year Army veteran, will join President Donald J. Trump in Washington, D.C., on Saturday for a historic military parade marking the 250th birthday of the United States Army. “As a 24-year Army veteran, I’m honored to […]
MIL-OSI USA: NEWS: Sanders Statement on Netanyahu’s Unilateral Attack on Iran US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Vermont – Bernie Sanders BURLINGTON, Vt. June 13 – Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today released the following statement: The world is more dangerous and unstable as a result of the extremist Netanyahu’s government ongoing defiance of international law. First, he uses the starvation of children in Gaza […]
MIL-OSI USA: Van Orden Statement on Israel’s Strikes on Tehran Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Derrick Van Orden (Wisconsin 3rd) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03) released the following statement on Israel’s strikes on Tehran: “The Iranian regime is responsible for the deaths of thousands of Americans and was enabled by the weak leadership under the Obama and Biden […]
Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Introduce Senate Resolution Honoring Former First Lady Barbara Bush US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Texas Ted Cruz WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) today introduced a Senate resolution honoring the life, achievements, and public service of former First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the week of her 100th birthday. The full resolution can be found […]
MIL-OSI USA: Risch on Trump Executive Order to Mitigate Wildfire US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Idaho James E Risch WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Risch (R-Idaho) released the following statement on President Trump’s Executive Order Empowering Commonsense Wildfire Prevention and Response. “Idahoans are all too familiar with catastrophic wildfires that devastate our communities every year,” said Risch.“President Trump’s actions to streamline federal regulations, strengthen local partnerships, […]