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In an era of fiscal constraints and concerns about direct military involvement abroad, helping others defend themselves is an attractive option to address America’s global security concerns. Efforts to train, equip, and advise partner nations are elements of foreign internal defense (FID) policies. But when is FID a smart tool? Does FID produce more effective and self-sufficient partners, at lower political and financial costs to Americans? Or, does FID pull the United States into local fights, and... Читать дальше...

Alex Nowrasteh argues that the "unaccompanied minors" crisis on our southern border calls for providing legal status to workers already in the United States illegally.

This weekend's perigee moon, or "supermoon," around the world

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This week in tennis news brought us a first look inside Novak Djokovic's extravagant seaside wedding, as well as paparazzi shots of Maria Sharapova and Grigor Dimitrov enjoying some R&R in Mexico. Plus, hear the bitter exchange of words between Drake and Nick Kyrgios, and see which other tennis stars enjoyed a vacation on the water.

In Licensed to Lie, attorney Sidney Powell takes readers through a series of disturbing events, missteps, and cover-ups in our federal criminal justice system. According to Powell, the malfeasance stretches across all three branches of our government — from the White House to the U.S. Senate, to members of the judiciary. Even worse, the law itself is becoming pernicious. Americans can now be prosecuted, convicted, and imprisoned for actions that are not crimes. And if acquitted, there is no recourse... Читать дальше...

Relieve tired muscles and aching limbs with the help of these aromatic, relaxing skin treats

Editor’s note: Gloria Vanderbilt died on June 17, 2019, at the age of 95. Here is a look at her family's famous fortune, and how they largely squandered it.   The Vanderbilts' lavish homes, opulent parties and colorful characters made them the Gilded Age's poster family. At one time some of America's [...]

Wouldn’t it be great to banish bristly legs for ever or never have to panic about booking that last-minute wax? Going the way of the epilator means having smooth limbs, thanks to a smart machine that should last for years. Here are our top five

The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militant group made world headlines on 10 June when it rolled into Mosul, routing the security forces that were supposed to defend the city and robbed the bank of some USD400 million in gold. Now there is news that they also took other things:

Luke Gram is a psychology and history student at the University of British Columbia, and he loves the outdoors. And from the looks of his Tumblr, Man & Camera, he loves nature enough not to embellish it. There are rolls of photos of forests, waterfalls, and starry skies, and you won’t find any crazy color filters or exposures – the photos are generally muted. But that’s the point: when you’re shooting a supermodel like Mother Nature, you don’t need to try hard. Simple photos like a man sleeping... Читать дальше...

Luke Gram is a psychology and history student at the University of British Columbia, and he loves the outdoors. And from the looks of his Tumblr, Man & Camera, he loves nature enough not to embellish it.

Trafalgar Square was a sea of red, black and gold as jubilant German fans celebrated their country's sensational fourth World Cup victory.

Miami, FL.- El joven venezolano Carlos Sánchez debutó en las Grandes Ligas este pasado domingo al alinear en el roster de los Medias Blancas como 2do a la ofensiva y defendiendo la campo corto, convirtiéndose en el criollo 315 (*) que participa en un encuentro de la MLB. Canotta Chicago Bulls Carlos se reportó al […]

[...] she was born July 6, 1907 - speculation is that Kahlo said she was born in 1910 because that was the year of the Mexican Revolution. Pilas honored his hero by putting orange flowers in his hair, applying a touch of makeup and wearing dangly earrings. Kahlo was revered for her tenacity and unrelenting free spirit, and Pilas considers his resemblance to be a great gift. Even though I tried not to let it bother me, as a teenager it made me feel inferior to other people. Four years later, he... Читать дальше...

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Watch Mario Gotze's brilliant extra-time winner for Germany against Argentina in the 2014 World Cup final.