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For decades scholars believed two desert fortresses in southern Jordan were built by Assyrians. While Jewish history and the Bible claim that the territory of the northern tribes of Israel stretched beyond the Jordan river, others have dismissed the biblical record to be “literary exaggeration.” Now, new research supports the fact that this northern kingdom did control territory in that area.

With the apparent stalemate between Russia and Ukraine, European leaders are worried that Russia may expand its conflict with Ukraine to more of Europe; France’s minister for European Affairs recently warned that Mr. Putin intends to “threaten the whole European security architecture.” Russia’s recent drone strike on Romania has intensified Europe’s concerns (The Week, June 1, 2026).

Have you ever wondered why people who are full of hate seem unable to consider another point of view? Sometimes it seems like those who hate have a one-track mind that is only capable of focusing on how much they detest someone or something. As it turns out, this can be explained by science. When we hate or harbor extreme anger towards another person, our brain prioritizes negative judgment and aggressive behavior. Our judgment is, very literally, impaired.

For decades since World War II, Germany has avoided taking leadership roles within Europe. While German politicians clearly have drive, determination, and foresight and hold important positions in EU leadership, they have generally shied away from taking on strong roles related to the military.

The World Health Organization recently labeled the current Ebola outbreak in Congo-Kinshasa and Western Uganda a “public health emergency of international concern” (The Guardian, May 17, 2026). This indicates a far greater level of concern than Central African outbreaks of the past. This particular strain of Ebola cannot be easily tested for, and there are no approved vaccines or treatments.