LONDON—The euro edged up on Friday following Thursday’s sharp declines in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The dollar edged lower against most currencies as markets walked back some of the tumultuous moves from the previous day. Russia’s rouble also recovered some ground, trading at around 83.5 per dollar, having hit a record low…
Republicans Divided Over Proper Response to Russian Invasion of Ukraine
News Analysis On Wednesday evening, Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops to begin an invasion of Ukraine. The invasion and the tensions leading up to it have put on full display divisions between the old guard of the Republican Party, who have called for a major U.S. response, and the new populist wing of the party, who have…
Happy Valentine’s Day, Honey—Do You Want Flowers or Social Security Benefits?
I suppose it’s normal for husbands to give some extra thought to getting something for their wives around Valentine’s Day. And if my emails are any indication, these guys weren’t just thinking of getting them some flowers or candy. They were thinking about giving them spousal benefits from Social Security. (And before I go on,…
New Zealand High Court: Vaccine Mandate Not ‘Demonstrably Justified’ Breach of Rights
The New Zealand High Court has upheld a challenge to a vaccine mandate for Police and Defence Force staff, stating that it was not a “demonstrably justified” breach of the Bill of Rights. Justice Francis Cooke was asked by a group of Police and Defence Force personnel to judicially review the vaccine mandate enacted under the COVID-19 Public Health…
Target Ends Masking Requirement for Workers, Customers
Customers and workers at most Target stores no longer have to wear masks. The Minnesota-based retailer updated its policies on Feb. 21, saying masks won’t be required as long as local regulations don’t force stores to require them. “The health and safety of our guests and team members have been Target’s top priority throughout the…
Biden Slow-Rolling National Net-Zero Strategy—Because It’s Impossible
Commentary The advent of the Biden administration was supposed to signal a new era for climate policy. The bevy of climate executive orders issued during his first week in office—along with grandiose promises at the United Nations climate summit—seemed to support his campaign pledges. But now Biden is slow-rolling the release of his “national climate…
Oil Prices Take Breather as Russia Advances Further on Ukraine
LONDON—Oil prices slipped on Friday, after sharp rises in the session, on concern over potential global supply disruptions from sanctions on major crude exporter Russia. The April Brent crude futures contract was down 33 cents, or 0.3 percent, to $98.75 a barrel at 1045 GMT, after climbing to as high as $101.99. The more active…
Moscow Bans UK Flights in Response to Britain Prohibiting All Russian Aircraft Amid Ukraine Invasion
Russia has banned British flights from landing at its airports and from crossing its airspace after the United Kingdom closed its airspace to Russian airlines, including Aeroflot. Prime minister Boris Johnson confirmed that the UK has banned all aircraft on a scheduled service which is, “owned, chartered or operated by a person connected with Russia, or…
US and Allies Not Cutting Off Russia from SWIFT Payment System, Keep It as Nuclear Option
February 25, 2022
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President Joe Biden said Thursday the United States and its international allies have decided not to cut Russia off from the SWIFT international payments system as punishment for invading Ukraine, though the measure has been left on the table as a last resort in case the situation escalates. Biden told a press briefing on Feb….
Comet Hunter Snaps Unbelievable Aurora Ribbon, Neowise, Milky Way Panorama of a Lifetime in Rocky Mountains
Life is about the journey, not the destination. And Stanley Aryanto is really enjoying the view along the way. The avid award-winning photographer, 34, from Indonesia witnessed an astronomical event few could fathom: a night set in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, capturing green and purple “dancing” skies, the rare Neowise comet, and a stunning tapestry…
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