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Russians launch large-scale attack on Zaporizhzhia, over 10 strikes reported

Pravda Ukraine The Russians have conducted their most large-scale attack on the city of Zaporizhzhia in recent times, with over 10 strikes being recorded. Source: Ivan Fedorov, Head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: “The enemy has launched over 10 strikes on Zaporizhzhia. This is their most large-scale attack in recent times.” Details:…

National Airport has long struggled to manage helicopter traffic, records show

Washington Post Reports by pilots and government investigators show how concerns over coordinating airplane and helicopter traffic at Reagan National Airport go back decades. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/31/dca-air-traffic-control-helicopters/

How Trump’s Tariffs Could Affect Americans

New York Times President Trump relies on tariffs to address trade, immigration and drug issues. Ana Swanson, who covers trade and international economics for The New York Times, explains their potential impact on everyday Americans. https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/americas/100000009959908/how-trumps-tariffs-could-affect-americans.html

Venezuelan leader hosts US presidential envoy in Caracas

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The meeting, which also involved Nicolas Maduro’s wife Cilia Flores and Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, took place at the Miraflores presidential palace https://tass.com/world/1907279

Nonprofits Dread Attempts to Scrutinize Diversity Initiatives

New York Times Multiple groups said that a government email address created for reports of attempts to thwart the Trump administration’s crackdown was used to sign up for their newsletters. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/31/us/politics/nonprofits-dread-attempts-to-scrutinize-diversity-initiatives.html

Phyllis Dalton, Oscar-Winning Costume Designer for Historical Epics, Dies at 99

New York Times A look back at some of her most celebrated works, including “Doctor Zhivago,” “The Princess Bride” and “Lawrence of Arabia.” https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/31/movies/phyllis-dalton-dead.html

No way home for Myanmar migrants stuck in Thai limbo 4 years after coup usurped Aung San Suu Kyi

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Four years after a coup, Myanmar remains in a civil war, driving thousands to seek refuge in Thailand, where they struggle to survive with little hope of returning home. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3296931/no-way-home-myanmar-migrants-stuck-thai-limbo-4-years-after-coup-usurped-aung-san-suu-kyi?utm_source=rss_feed

Identity Months Dead at DoD

Defense.gov Guidance from the Secretary of Defense: going forward, DOD components and military departments will not use official resources to host celebrations or events related to cultural awareness months. https://www.defense.gov/News/Releases/Release/Article/4050331/identity-months-dead-at-dod/

South Carolina rabbi’s Holocaust memorial speech pulled from TV for being ‘too political’

Jerusalem Post A public TV station in South Carolina removed a Holocaust memorial speech by a rabbi after he criticized recent policies on LGBTQ rights and refugee aid, fueling controversy over free speech. https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-840157

Trump sketches unprecedented plan for sweeping tariffs

Washington Post President Trump Friday dramatically expanded his plans for a global trade war, confirming that he will impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China on Feb. 1. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/01/31/tariff-trump-trade-war/