Politics
Putin 'doesn’t give a s*** about sanctions,' Russian diplomat warns
The diplomat said the sanctions have made Russia more "self-sufficient"
Culture
How Cuban intelligence exploited sister cities partnerships in an attempt to influence public officials
According to previous reports, Cuban Intelligence has engaged in a long-time campaign to exploit Sister City programs between Cuba and the United States to influence U.S. politics and policy. However, an ADN investigation sheds light on how most of the cities with a standing partnership with the Cuban regime have often passed resolutions and declarations calling for an end to the U.S. embargo at city council levels or remove Cuba from the terrorist list.
Technology
El Salvador’s crypto wallet is dysfunctional with blocked accounts and failed transactions, users claim
Blocked accounts, failed transactions, and unauthorized transactions are among the many issues Users of El Salvador’s government-backed crypto wallet are reportedly facing
Sports
As tensions with Ukraine escalate, Putin says he supports the Chinese-hosted Olympics
The Russian president will attend the games and meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping next week
Politics
Zelensky: 130 rescued, hundreds 'still beneath the rubble'
130 people have been rescued from the ruins after Russian bombs destroyed a theater in the port city of Mariupol
Business
Some U.S. companies consider relocating operations from China to Mexico
As American companies look to move production away from China and Southeast Asia, Mexico has become an increasingly appealing option
Sports
China says it will not sell Olympic tickets to the general public citing COVID-19 concerns
The country has been tightening COVID-19 restrictions ahead of the games set to begin the first week of February
Human Rights
Colombia announces ceasefire with guerrilla groups
The leftists guerrilla groups who are taking part in the ceasefire include the ELN, as well as dissident groups formed by former members of the FARC, Segunda Marquetalia, and Estado Mayor Central
Sports
Olympics of Peace? Viewership down, diplomatic boycotts, China boos fallen skater, Putin 'dozes off'
"In this Olympic spirit of peace, I appeal to all political authorities across the world — observe your commitment to this Olympic truth. Give peace a chance," International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said