Washington Times

The CIA has released a new assessment concluding that COVID-19 most likely originated from a laboratory in China, though the agency acknowledges it has "low confidence" in this finding. The assessment, declassified under recently appointed CIA Director John Ratcliffe, wasn't based on new intelligence but rather a fresh analysis of existing data. … [Read more...] about CIA report reignites debate over natural vs. laboratory COVID origins

Tech giants are seeking direct power supply deals with power plants to meet their growing electricity needs, bypassing the traditional grid system. … [Read more...] about Tech giants seek direct power plant deals, bypassing traditional grid

Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, wants to remain on the job until his four-year term ends in September 2027. However, that will be up to President Trump, who has complained about senior leaders in the Pentagon that he says are overly focused on diversity and inclusion issues at the expense of combat readiness. … [Read more...] about Trump considering keeping Joint Chiefs Chairman Brown despite claims he’s too woke

It's impossible to miss. The huge rectangular mass of concrete and glass - the tallest building in Havana - dominates the city skyline, towering 150 meters (490 feet) above colonial homes with its 542 luxury rooms and majestic views of the city and the sea. … [Read more...] about A new luxury hotel towers over Havana as Cuba’s economic troubles mount and tourism plummets