(2023-07-06). Two ISIS Terrorists Killed In Diyala In Pinpoint Iraqi Strikes (Video, Photos). southfront.org Iraqi Air Force F-16s during a training sortie on July 18, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Chris Drzazgowski) | On July 6, the Iraqi Air Force (IQAF) carried out airstrikes against a hideout of ISIS terrorists in the district of al-'Abara in the eastern province of Diyala. | In a statement, the official Security Media Cell said that the IQAF targeted the hideout in coordination with the Iraqi National Intelligence Service. A security force inspected the hideout after the airstrikes, where the dead bodies of…
(2023-07-06). When to start regular breast cancer screenings. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Early detection and regular breast cancer screenings are key to reducing death from breast cancer. Mammograms remain the best tool available and have been shown to reduce deaths from breast cancer. That's why Mayo Clinic recommends women start screening mammograms yearly at age 40. While that recommendation has been firm for the past 10 years, other institutions have shifted the recommended screening age over the years. The latest to consider a change is the U.S….
(2023-07-06). Defense Contractor Funded Think Tanks Dominate Ukraine Debate. strategic-culture.org By Ben FREEMAN | Executive Summary | Think tanks in the United States are a go—to resource for media outlets seeking expert opinions on pressing public policy issues. But think tanks often have entrenched stances; a growing body of research has shown that their funders can influence their analysis and commentary. This influence can include censorship — both self-censorship and more direct censoring of work unfavorable to a funder — and outright pay—for—research agreements with funders. The result is an environment where the interests of the most generous funders can dominate think ta…
(2023-07-05). Venezuela's Opposition Primaries: Registration Extended Due to Expats' Apathy. orinocotribune.com Given the low level of interest shown by Venezuelans expats to register and participate in the opposition primary elections, the National Primary Commission (CNP) extended the deadline for voters to register and update their information. The measure was adopted with the hopes of increasing participation in the opposition's internal electoral process. | Through a press release, the CNP announced on Monday, July 3, that the deadline will be extended for two more days, until Sunday, July 9 at 23: 59 p.m. | Despite the fact that approximately three million Venezuelans abroad have been notified to register, only 112,00…