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The less capable a US politician is, the more valuable he is to special interests, the more valuable to the war machine, the more valuable to big pharma’ – Ben Swann. · In this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’, and in the wake of Lindsey Graham’s passing, Rick wonders why US Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent for so long. Today’s guest, the host of ‘America Now’ Ben Swann takes things a step further, questioning why McConnell is still an…

Washington steps up its military campaign against Iran following Tehran’s retaliatory strikes on US bases across the Gulf. The Islamic Republic says the latest wave of American attacks has killed at least 30 people. · Amid US attacks, the IRGC threatens closing even more strategic waterways, vital to Washington and its allies. That's as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid the latest escalation with oil prices reaching their highest level…

US President Donald Trump has reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli troops from southern Syria and begin redeploying forces from southern Lebanon. The reported request, first published by Axios, points to growing differences between Washington and Jerusalem over Israel's long-term military posture in the region. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Trump reportedly presses Netanyahu · US…

Israel's security cabinet has approved more than US$400 million to establish dozens of new settlements in the occupied West Bank. The move has drawn strong criticism from Palestinian groups and international observers, who argue it further undermines prospects for a negotiated two-state solution. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Major settlement expansion approved · Israel has approved a funding package worth approximately 1.3…

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has come under fire after suggesting an increase in reported rape cases was partly due to changes in the legal definition of the offence. Critics argue the remarks risk shifting attention away from concerns over sexual violence and community safety. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Mayor's comments draw scrutiny · New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has faced criticism after commenting on recently…

The number of children arrested for sexual offences in the United Kingdom has reached its highest level on record, according to a government-backed report. Researchers say the figures point to a growing safeguarding challenge, with online behaviour, social media and exposure to explicit material all coming under renewed scrutiny. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE. · Record numbers · The number of children arrested for sexual offences…

Most New Zealanders support expanding retirement savings, but enthusiasm weakens considerably when it comes with a higher Superannuation age. A new RNZ-Reid Research poll suggests voters distinguish clearly between compulsory saving and delaying retirement. Report by eLocal · The latest RNZ-Reid Research poll indicates New Zealanders remain open to compulsory KiwiSaver, but that support largely disappears when it is paired with raising the…

The Free Speech Union says newly released Official Information Act documents raise serious questions about the Government's direction on digital identity and online age verification. The organisation argues New Zealanders deserve an open parliamentary debate before any system requiring adults to verify their identity online is introduced. Community Voice: Media Release from the Free Speech Union. · Documents released to the Free Speech Union…

Britain's official Covid-19 Inquiry has concluded that billions of pounds of taxpayer money were wasted during the pandemic after years of inadequate planning left the country unprepared for a global health emergency. The report paints a damning picture of emergency procurement, expired stockpiles and costly purchasing decisions made under pressure. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT HERE · Inquiry delivers damning findings · Britain's…

Artificial intelligence, digital identity, biometric recognition and automated surveillance are transforming societies around the world. As governments adopt increasingly sophisticated technologies in the name of public safety and efficiency, a larger constitutional question is emerging: are the laws designed to protect individual liberty evolving just as quickly? eLocal Investigates: This report examines the growing debate surrounding…