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Wisconsin result halts winning streak for Democratic Party’s left wing
David Crowley has narrowly won Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, defeating the more left-wing Francesca Hong in a result that interrupts recent successes for insurgent progressive candidates across the US. The centrist Milwaukee County executive will face Republican congressman Tom Tiffany in November, in a contest likely to be closely watched because Wisconsin is politically…
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Iran war and high living costs fueling last-minute holiday bookings, Tui says
Tui says the war in Iran and pressure on household budgets are prompting more people to delay holiday bookings until the last minute, creating uncertainty for Europe’s largest travel company. The conflict has already cost Tui €60m, while weaker demand, high fuel prices and intense competition contributed to a sharp fall in quarterly profits. Two…
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Torres misses Barcelona training to finalise PSG move
Ferran Torres has been excused from Barcelona training as he nears a move to Paris St-Germain, with the transfer expected to exceed £40m. The departure would be significant for Barcelona because the Spain forward has only one year remaining on his contract, while PSG are seeking attacking reinforcements. Torres, 26, helped Spain win the World…
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Four ways to harden America’s power grid before our global enemies strike
The article argues that the United States should strengthen its power grid against potential attacks by hostile states, citing Iran’s reported cyberattacks on water systems and threats to domestic energy infrastructure. It contends that the country’s historic confidence in secure military logistics and energy supplies is no longer justified, given the capabilities and stated intentions…
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Russia is helping China close gap with US forces amid Taiwan tensions, warns longtime military leader
Retired Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery has warned that Russia’s growing military partnership with China could reduce a key US advantage in any future conflict over Taiwan. He said Moscow may be supplying technology that makes Chinese submarines quieter and harder for the US Navy to detect, while China helps sustain Russia’s war effort. Montgomery described…
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Nuclear power push ramps up uranium mill — and tribal health concerns
Federal efforts to revive uranium mining in the West and decrease reliance on Russian uranium raise concerns about drinking water for tribal communities reckoning with the industry’s deadly legacy.
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Football transfer rumours: Folarin Balogun to Tottenham? Gabriel Jesus to Napoli?
The latest transfer-rumour round-up links several Premier League and European clubs with potential late-window moves. – Liverpool are reportedly pursuing PSG winger Bradley Barcola, while Arsenal are also interested. – Tottenham may sell Djed Spence to Inter for £25.6m and are discussing a £51.2m move for Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. – Napoli are reportedly considering…
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Dog leads longer than two metres are banned in France, with owners facing £130 fines
France has banned dog leads longer than two metres, with owners who break the rule facing fines of up to £130. The measure is intended to improve safety and control in public spaces, particularly where long leads could create risks for other people, animals or traffic. The restriction applies across France and places responsibility on…
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Millions of US tax dollars sent to rightwing European thinktanks. Did any Trump supporters vote for that? | Arwa Mahdawi
The article argues that, despite the Trump administration’s “America first” justification for cutting USAID, US public money is still being directed overseas — this time towards conservative European thinktanks and related initiatives. Its author presents the funding as an effort to expand a global Maga-aligned political agenda, raising concerns about US influence over domestic politics…
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The far left hits a wall
The movement had been riding high off a string of primary victories this cycle. But Francesca Hong’s loss Wednesday led to an immediate round of finger-pointing.