N. Korea Calls U.S. Sanctions ‘Provocation,’ Warns of Strong Reaction
The statement warned of an unspecified "stronger and certain reaction" if the United States adopts a confrontational stance.
U.S. Veterans, Families Urge Biden Admin Not to Release Billions in Frozen Funds to Iran Until Terror Cases Settled
The U.S. this month agreed to allow Iran access to some funds frozen in South Korea.
Iran Publishes Video Depicting Trump Assassination, Revenge for Soleimani
A video depicts Iran taking "revenge against the murderers and those who ordered the martyrdom of [Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force commander Qassem] Soleimani."
Rockets Fired at U.S. Embassy in Baghdad Hurt Iraqi Woman, Child -Military
Iraqi military officials separately told Reuters that the attack involved two to three Katyusha rockets being fired toward the embassy and at least two of them being shot down by the embassy's rocket defense system.
DOJ Charges Man for Allegedly Distributing Performance-Enhancing Drugs to Olympians
Lira is charged under the Rodchenkov Anti-Doping Act, which bans involvement in doping schemes at major international sports competitions.
Kim Kardashian Sued for Alleged Crypto Pump and Dump Scheme
Celebrities have rushed to endorse or invest in crypto as interest has exploded.
Prince Andrew Must Face Sex Abuse Accuser’s Lawsuit – U.S. Judge
Giuffre's claims against Andrew have not been proven, and the prince is not accused of criminal wrongdoing.
Lawmakers Seek ‘Assurances’ Olympic Uniforms Not Linked to Forced Labor
The 2022 Beijing Olympics have been under close scrutiny, in large part because of the human rights abuses against ethnic minorities. The U.S. and a number of other countries have announced diplomatic boycotts of the games.
‘Heartfelt Apologies’: UK PM Johnson Admits Attending Lockdown Party
Johnson said he regretted his action and had thought the gathering was a work event - drawing jeers and laughter from opposition lawmakers.
Biden Imposes First Sanctions Over North Korea Weapons Program After Missile Tests
The Treasury Department said the sanctions followed six North Korean ballistic missile launches since September, each of which violated U.N. Security Council resolutions.