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Putin’s daughters & Russia’s elite – latest targets of harsh U.S. sanctions

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The United States is ramping up its sanctions against Russia’s elite and financial institutions, even targeting Vladimir Putin’s daughters

These new measures are in response to what Joe Biden has labelled “major war crimes” committed by Russian forces in Ukraine.

Russia’s  Sberbank is one of the victims, with the financial organisation holding one-third of Russia’s total banking assets.

The country’s fourth largest financial institution, AlfaBank, Putin’s two adult daughters, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov’s family as well as senior members of Russia’s security council have also all been targeted.

It follows Putin’s recent attack of the Ukrainian city of Bucha, near the capital of Kyiv, where distressing images of bodies lying bloodied and lifeless have left much of the world speechless.

Civilians were found shot at close range and Biden says “responsible nations have to come together to hold these perpetrators accountable”.

Why the U.S is targeting Russia’s elite

According to the US president, the economic costs of this war are only going to continue to increase, as more and more sanctions are imposed by the West.

With Kyiv remaining under Ukrainian control, Biden says the United States will continue to stand with the nation in their fight for freedom.

In addition to increasing economic sanctions, the US will also provide additional security assistance valued at up to $100 million.

The package has been designed to meet the current Ukrainian need for so-called Javelin anti-armour systems.

Nato foreign ministers are also meeting for two days of high-stakes talks, discussing how best to support Ukraine as the war continues.

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says the recent atrocities committed in Bucha are a clear demonstration of the true, brutal nature of Putin’s invasion.

He believes the war is now entering a critical phase and with no indication Putin is willing to change his mind and withdraw, the world must be prepared for the long-haul.

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How Gen Alpha are positioned to shape the future of education

Future of education: how Generation Alpha and engaged parents are shaping schools amid challenges and rapid change

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Future of education: how Generation Alpha and engaged parents are shaping schools amid challenges and rapid change

In Short:
– Future education involves increased parental engagement and adapting to technological changes for younger generations.
– Barriers to involvement include time constraints and poor communication from schools, impacting family-school relationships.
What does the future of education look like for parents and students?
On this episode of Beyond Education, Enquiry Tracker founder Greg Campitelli explores the evolving landscape of schooling with insights from Mark McCrindle, founder of McCrindle Research. McCrindle, a notable social analyst.
In the conversation, he noted significant shifts in education accessibility and the increasing need for parental involvement.
A recent study indicated that 83% of parents prioritise engagement in their children’s schooling, seeking to actively participate despite busy schedules. Parents are investing in education, valuing it highly while wanting to play a hands-on role.
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Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing immediately

Trump orders Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, raising concerns over arms race and global safety

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– Trump ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear testing, risking global tensions and retaliation from other nations.
– Proliferation concerns are rising as nuclear states modernise arsenals and the New START Treaty nears expiration.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to resume nuclear weapons testing immediately, aiming to align with testing programs from other countries according to the conversation.Resuming explosive nuclear tests would likely trigger retaliatory responses from nuclear-armed nations like Russia and China, worsening the arms race and increasing global risks.

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The potential for worldwide radioactive fallout remains high, even for underground tests. The Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, signed by 187 states, prohibits such testing, yet the US remains a signatory without ratification, bound not to violate the treaty’s intent.

Nuclear weapon testing, once crucial for understanding weapon effects and military planning, has diminished. Since World War II, nuclear tests have largely focused on developing new designs. Significant environmental and health concerns led to a moratorium on atmospheric testing in the early 1960s and the Partial Test Ban Treaty in 1963.

Many countries, including the US, stopped explosive testing in the 1990s. Technological advancements allowed nations to develop nuclear weapons without the need for actual explosions.

Proliferation Risks

Nuclear proliferation continues, with all nine nuclear-armed states investing heavily in modernising their arsenals. This raises concerns about lowered thresholds for using such weapons.

Recent conflicts involving nuclear threats have escalated, and the number of nuclear weapons operationally available has begun to rise again. Russia has tested advanced nuclear weapons, while China is rapidly expanding its military capabilities.

The New START Treaty, which confines the nuclear capabilities of the US and Russia, is set to expire soon, with no successor treaty negotiations underway.

The Doomsday Clock has moved closer to midnight this year, highlighting the heightened dangers facing the world today.

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US–China trade talks are a handshake, not a deal

Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

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Trump and Xi unofficially extend tariff truce, with US concessions and Chinese commitments on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.


Presidents Trump and Xi extend their tariff truce in an informal meeting, with US cuts and Chinese promises on soybeans, fentanyl, and rare earths.

Steve Gopalan from SkandaFX cautions this is unofficial and deeper issues between the two super powers remain.

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