Topics of the Week

  1. Rubio's Diplomatic Offensive: Gas, Nuclear Power, and Redefining the Alliance
    U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio defined a new Washington doctrine in Central Europe: an end to protectorates, time for transactional partnership. During visits to Bratislava and Budapest and a…
  2. Massacre in Tumbler Ridge: 8 victims, perpetrator known to police, political unity in Canada
    One of the bloodiest shootings in the country's history took place in Tumbler Ridge, Canada. 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar shot and killed eight people, including her mother and brother, before…
  3. Death of James Van Der Beek. $2 million raised for family in fundraiser
    James Van Der Beek, the actor who played the title role in the series "Dawson's Creek", died at the age of 47. His death triggered an immediate financial response from the industry and fans. In less…
  4. Storms Nils and Oriana: Energy Paralysis and Casualties in Western Europe
    A series of deep low-pressure systems, Nils and Oriana, struck Western Europe, exposing the fragility of critical infrastructure. In France and Spain, hurricane-force winds and floods led to several…