While the world looks away, a war in the Democratic Republic of the Congo that has lasted for decades is getting worse. And it is being fought by children. A child soldier in Eastern Congo. (Photo courtesy of Voice of America) This article was produced out of News...
It is cold in Ukraine, where Russian bombs have cut off power for heat and electricity. To keep people warm and sane, DJs have sprung into action. People dance in Kyiv, Ukraine to warm up after Russia’s attacks on the country’s energy system left them...
The Roman army once conquered the world, but the Roman empire was ultimately brought down by primitive tribes. Are we seeing the decline of the U.S. empire? Statue of Caesar superimposed on U.S. Capitol. (Illustration by News Decoder) Editor’s note: Since the...
With the joint bombing of Iran with Israel, the United States may have begun a war without an endgame. Let’s help you make sense of the chaos. The USS Delbert D. Black fires a Tomahawk missile against Iran during Operation Epic Fury, 2 March 2026. (Photo...
Can national sovereignty be dismissed when a superpower claims a sphere of influence? Can U.S. economic interests in Venezuela be considered national security? A map shows the U.S. flag planted on Venezuela. (Illustration by News Decoder) This article was produced...