as the country faces key debates over social policy and national security that could shape its political trajectory The annual report said Russia is using aggressive tactics such as unauthorized airspace incursions and close encounters with NATO ships and aircraft including Iranian-designed Shahed-type drones located about 70 kilometers northwest of Donetsk remains one of the most fiercely contested sectors of the front where Russia has concentrated its main offensive efforts since March  (Updated:  May 6, 2025 11:41 am)Ukraine's drones target Moscow second night in a row, Russian official claims, ahead of Victory Day parade. Debris from one of the drones reportedly fell on the Kashirskoye Highway The reported attack comes just days before Russia's Victory Day parade and three-day "truce." Vice President Mike Pence said Putin "only understands power." About 800 million euros ($905 million) will be allocated for the acquisition and installation of anti-tank mines to deter potential aggression  (Updated:  May 6, 2025 9:36 am)War analysisFrance is sending Ukraine more AASM Hammer bombs — here's what they can do Polish President Andrzej Duda said the United States has tools that can effectively influence the Kremlin arguing that only President Donald Trump has real leverage over Russian President Vladimir Putin The number includes 1,430 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day "To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause: The Many Lives of the Soviet Dissident Movement" by Benjamin Nathans which covers dissent in the Soviet Union and Russia today Reporters Without Borders (RSF) on May 5 announced they had facilitated Russian journalist Ekaterina Barabash's escape from Russia to France after she fled house arrest on April 21 A Russian drone attack on Odesa Oblast on May 5 killed one and caused damage to local infrastructure by Tim ZadorozhnyyPresident Volodymyr Zelensky in his office in Kyiv (Volodymyr Zelensky/Twitter)President Volodymyr Zelensky warned on April 29 that Russia is preparing potential military aggression under the guise of joint exercises with Belarus this summer "Look at Belarus — this summer, Russia is preparing something there under the guise of military exercises. This is how its new attacks usually start," Zelensky said at the Three Seas Summit, according to Suspilne "But where this time? I don't know. Ukraine All our institutions are open to cooperation." Belarus will host the Zapad 2025 (West 2025) military exercises with Russian forces part of a long-standing series of drills held every two years since 2009 involved over 200,000 participants and served as a prelude to Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 Despite not being directly involved in Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Belarus continues to host Russian troops and missiles on its territory Belarus shares borders with Ukraine, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Russia, positioning it as a key strategic corridor between NATO and Moscow Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi previously said that the upcoming Zapad exercises could enable Russia to covertly assemble offensive forces under the guise of drills "All exercises have a purpose. And one of these goals is the covert creation of offensive troop groups," Syrskyi told Lb.ua on April 9 "The visibility of the exercises is the most acceptable way to relocate Zelensky has repeatedly cautioned that Russia may escalate military actions beyond Ukraine On Feb. 14, during the Munich Security Conference he said Russian President Vladimir Putin planned to deploy up to 150,000 troops suggesting a possible buildup for future offensives against NATO countries "Based on all the information I've gathered from intelligence and other sources, I think he is preparing for war against NATO countries next year (2026)," Zelensky said though he added he could not be entirely sure Tensions between NATO and Moscow have intensified following Russia's all-out invasion of Ukraine Western leaders and intelligence agencies have warned of a risk of a larger war in Europe within the next five years pointing to Russia's growing militarization and hostile posture Tim Zadorozhnyy is a news editor at The Kyiv Independent he is pursuing studies in International Relations Tim began his career at a local television channel in Odesa he joined the Belarusian opposition media outlet NEXTA starting as a news anchor and later advancing to the position of managing editor By submitting the above I agree to the privacy policy and terms of use of JTA.org criticized the Trump administration’s campaign against Harvard have signed a letter accusing the Trump administration of using antisemitism as a “guise” to attack universities The letter from the five Democrats comes as the Trump administration has threatened universities with billions of dollars in funding cuts ostensibly over their handling of campus antisemitism and has arrested a series of pro-Palestinian student activists and revoked student visas The letter was addressed to Trump and signed by Schumer “We are extremely troubled and disturbed by your broad and extra-legal attacks against universities and higher education institutions as well as members of their communities which seem to go far beyond combating antisemitism using what is a real crisis as a pretext to attack people and institutions who do not agree with you,” wrote the senators The senators join a growing movement of opposition from Jewish groups decrying the administration’s campus crackdown and saying it will not make Jews safer. Over half of American Jews disapprove of how Trump is handling antisemitism Much of the letter focused on the administration’s campaign against Harvard, which has seen a $2.2 billion federal funding freeze and threats to its tax-exempt status announced earlier this month the school would not bend to the policy changes the administration is demanding in order to reinstate funding “These attacks go far beyond constructive and necessary efforts to support Jewish students on campus during an unprecedented period of domestic antisemitism,” wrote the senators “They instead seem to be aimed at broadly changing the way the university functions exacting huge penalties in ways wholly unrelated to combating antisemitism are instead aimed at undermining or even destroying these vital institutions while hiding behind claims of tackling antisemitism as a guise.” The letter posed a list of questions to the Trump administration seeking clarity on the administration’s attacks on Harvard. The letter also questioned the visa revocations and detainments of pro-Palestinian student protesters. More than 1,200 international students have seen their visas revoked since late March, according to the Associated Press The senators also sought answers regarding the administration’s cuts to the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights which handles investigations into antisemitism in schools JTA has documented Jewish history in real-time for over a century Keep our journalism strong by joining us in supporting independent I accept the Privacy Policy “We're in a very conservative city,” says Yasar Ceviker “I'm a hundred percent sure that it would be way easier if we were from Paris Ceviker appropriately describes A Kind of Guise as “open-minded,” a stylistically adventurous clothing company based in the unstylish city of Munich A Kind of Guise’s sincere craft transcends borders it distills the essence of a far-away place from its artistry to its cuisine to its history to its landscapes into multi-part seasonal collections it calls “Chapters.” or a documentary,” says AKOG managing partner Felix Struengmann Ceviker and Struengmann embark on a 10-day journey to countries as disparate as Ghana and Peru for a cultural deep-dive reflected in AKOG’s trademark editorials The duo are “always having to adjust on the go," says Struengmann “It’s pressure from the first day to find people we can photograph to go to the right places where the weather is also good enough I’ve always believed that true style isn’t merely seen but felt A Kind Of Guise’s collections are shaped by rare fabrics and impeccable finishing both typically carried out in family-run factories in Italy and Germany to a standard that champions longevity over trend fluid silhouettes — tailored quarter-zip shirts pajama-style trousers — in soft tones that highlight the quality of the craft Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Enable All MediaManage consentPrivacy policyThe beauty of the brand lies in how AKOG filters far-flung inspirations through its singular worldview epitomized by the soft structure of its blazers the relaxed drape of its wide-leg trousers All these principles are neatly captured in A Kind Of Guise’s latest Spring/Summer 2025 delivery titled  “Serendipity” as an homage to both “Serendib,” an ancient name for Sri Lanka “Serendipity” affirms the Sri Lankan inspiration with intricate embroidery and cotton sourced from both the island’s local makers and small-batch mills in Italy A Kind Of Guise1 / 16You see this in the clothes, too, like how the Rupini Wrap Pants reinterpret the traditional Sri Lankan sarong, a skirt-like leg wrap, as a pair of wide-leg trousers. 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In the background of the Spring/Summer 2025 imagery, for instance, pink Sri Lankan buses make the inspiration of a seasonal color clear; last season, a local Peruvian flower was shot next to the shirt that borrows its hues; for Spring/Summer 2023 AKOG shot a caravan as it navigated past camels in southern Jordan’s red desert sometimes called the “Valley of the Moon.”  These images are an important extension of the brand’s ideology an exploration of what it means to dress not for the moment but for life These editorials capture the essence of the various locales placing AKOG's garments in the hands of those who shaped the traditions that informed them in the landscapes where heritage is lived Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Enable All MediaManage consentPrivacy policyFrom its base in Munich, where building a fashion brand can feel like fighting against the current, A Kind Of Guise has fostered appeal as international as its inspirations. 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he doesn’t believe in retaliatory Politics He is described as too much father for all persons Whatever decisions that are being taken now are in line with our 1992 Constitution.” “The process that is ongoing is constitutional,” he added the suspension of the Chief Justice and the petitions against her are politically motivated and constitute an attack on judicial independence stated in a post on his X page: “Save the judiciary from President John Dramani Mahama and the NDC’s attacks “It is about the survival of the rule of law and our fundamental freedoms including freedom of the press and other media The media must recognize that its survival is linked to this cause.” President John Mahama received flak for the suspension of the Chief Justice from the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) The GBA described the action of the President as unconstitutional due to the absence of legal backing for the exercise of presidential discretion The GBA had said that any discretionary powers exercised under Article 296 of the 1992 Constitution must be regulated by law to prevent abuse and ensure transparency “Subject to exercise discretion under article 296 they ought to have been made regulations like a constitutional instrument before exercising such discretion because the essence is to govern how it is exercised so that it doesn’t get abused,” the Public Relations Officer of the GBA were unanimous in their view that the President had acted outside the bounds of the Constitution the membership at the meeting on Saturday were of the view that the President had not done well because he had acted unconstitutionally because no constitutional instrument had been passed before he exercised the discretion,” Kudze stated This strong stance follows an official GBA statement dated April 26 in which the Association called for the immediate reversal of the Chief Justice’s suspension and website in this browser for the next time I comment Stay informed with the most relevant stories shaping Ghana and the world By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker A coalition of Jewish groups warns that the Trump administration is making Jews less safe by targeting international students who protested Israel's war in Gaza and the universities where they study In a statement released Tuesday the coalition of 10 groups brought together by the nonpartisan Jewish Council for Public Affairs states that antisemitism is on the rise in the "public discourse and institution," but that it opposes the Trump administration's push to strip pro-Palestinian student activists of their visas and deny them due process "Our safety as Jews has always been tied to the rule of law and to the protection of rights and liberties for all," reads the statement conservative and reconstructionist organizations as a non-profit immigrant aid group founded by Jewish Americans President Trump signed an executive order in January aimed at cracking down on "the explosion of antisemitism" in the U.S It outlined steps the administration would take to cancel the visas of students who protested the war in Gaza CEO of the Jewish Council for Public Affairs told Morning Edition that she and her group are concerned that fear of antisemitism is being exploited to "undermine our democracy." She added: "What's clear as these actions continue and grow is that the overwhelming majority of American Jews are feeling many of those same concerns and speaking out." This interview has been lightly edited for length and clarity Michel Martin: So in issuing this statement the coalition said it wanted to reject the "false choice between confronting antisemitism and upholding democracy." And the statement goes on to say that "We reject any policies or actions that foment or take advantage of antisemitism and pit communities against one another And we unequivocally condemn the exploitation of our communities real concerns about antisemitism to undermine democratic norms and rights press and peaceful protest." Was there a red line that members of your coalition felt had been crossed Spitalnick: Multiple things are true at the same time but this entire conversation over the last few months has been set up as this false choice We know that antisemitism is real and it's rising And our organizations in this coalition have been speaking out clearly against the alarming rise in antisemitism since Oct we've seen this escalating use of our legitimate concerns about antisemitism to undermine democratic norms and rights and to otherwise go after the core values of our democracy that have been so inherent to Jewish safety and the rights and safety of all Martin: The Trump administration says these student activists are a threat to national security Spitalnick: We can look at some of the specific cases and understand why that broad brush to paint these students with is frankly not exactly aligned with reality weeks since that student has been arrested the only thing that the government has pointed to as to why she was arrested and detained is an op-ed in the student paper And so we've seen hundreds of visa revocations and arrests over the last few months They all involve different students in different scenarios but it's very clear based on some of these higher profile cases that fundamental rights of due process and civil liberties have not been applied And when we start selectively applying rights based on someone's views or identity that's a slippery slope that makes us all unsafe Note: Federal immigration officers arrested Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk in March on a student visa and had co-authored an opinion article criticizing the university's response to the war in Gaza Martin: There are other Jewish groups like the Zionist Organization of America that are applauding this decision to deport these students They say that this does enhance the safety of Jewish students and faculty and people at these institutions Is it your view that these folks just have it wrong or that they just don't represent kind of the mainstream of thinking in the community Spitalnick: Our coalition represents the overwhelming majority of American Jews It includes the conservative reform reconstructionist movements and a variety of other organizations that are representative of mainstream American Jewry I've been spending the last few months on the road with the Jews across the country and the overwhelming majority have deep seated concerns about what's happening both because we know antisemitism is real and it needs to be addressed constructively and productively and because these real concerns should not be exploited to undermine the core democratic norms and values that have kept us safe The radio version of this interview was produced by Taylor Haney Become an NPR sponsor the wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore’s offshore services provider Kim Heng and Soiltech Engineering Co Ltd Korea (STE) the completion of the christening ceremony for Bridgewater Discovery a DP2 geotechnical survey vessel measuring 76 meters in length with a 20-meter beam The vessel is equipped with a heave-compensated twin tower drilling rig capable of drilling up to 300 meters below the seabed as well as a 60-ton knuckle boom crane with man-riding capability the Korea-flagged vessel offers accommodation for up to 59 personnel and includes a 55m2 soil laboratory Adira Renewables signed a vessel framework agreement (VFA) with an “international major client” as part of which Kim Heng and STE are to provide offshore geotechnical investigation services to carry out various geotechnical survey projects for offshore wind farm development in Korea Kim Heng also executes geotechnical survey works in the pre-construction phase of larger tapping on STE’s know-how in soil investigation works Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox The Pioneers of Offshore Engineering GustoMSC part of NOV’s Marine and Construction business is recognized for providing advanced design & engineering consultancy for mobile offshore units and reliable equipment and technical knowledge into realistic & innovative ideas The performance of new and existing jack-ups By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy German label A Kind of Guise continues its travels worldwide. For Spring/Summer 2025 the brand heads to Sri Lanka to inspire its “Serendipity” collection A Kind of Guise looks for “happy accidents” this season flowing through the Indian Ocean to discover something new SS25 mixes A Kind of Guise’s effortless garments with the carefree spirit of Sri Lanka across men’s and womenswear led by hooded explorer jackets and slouchy trousers in eye-catching hues Canadian tuxedos land with strapped buckles while graphic shirts and textured suits upgrade your daily essentials chips and special alloys soon to be imported via Russia and Southeast Asia will presumably all be used to enhance the performance of North Korea’s nuclear weapons and missiles North Korea is importing parts and materials that are ostensibly for civilian manufacturing and research but are actually intended for the development of nuclear weapons and missiles “Trading companies with overseas operations received orders from the Party’s Munitions Industry Department on Feb 12 to actively cooperate with importing samples of precision parts and special alloys to further the development of missile guidance and control systems warheads and engines,” a source in North Korea told Daily NK recently these orders were delivered on the same day to North Korean companies with branches overseas such as the Myongan Trading Company and the Tongmyong Technology Trade Company These two companies — which operate in Russia and Laos respectively — are believed to run foreign currency-earning operations staffed by North Korean IT professionals with the proceeds going toward nuclear weapon and missile development The Munitions Industry Department of the Workers’ Party of Korea plans to label precision machine parts and chips imported from Russia and Southeast Asia as being used for manufacturing routine electronic equipment those parts will be used to develop missile guidance and control systems “A key task for the armament sector in the first half of the year is to enhance the precision of missile guidance and control mechanisms The parts being imported will play a key role in making missile targeting more accurate,” the source said The high-performance semiconductors and microcontrollers that North Korea is importing under false pretenses are needed to develop guidance and control mechanisms for ballistic missiles the special alloys and heat-resistant carbon fiber that are supposedly being imported for research purposes are intended to strengthen missile warheads and improve the performance of missile propellant Related organizations have already set about acquiring the materials that the Munitions Industry Department has designated as key import items for the first half of the year The North Korean authorities are seeking to circumvent sanctions on North Korea by importing parts and materials nominally designated for civilian industrial and research purposes but actually intended for use in developing nuclear weapons and missiles But North Korea maintains the legality of these activities “The Munitions Industry Department insisted that North Korea is ‘just conducting legal trade as other countries do’ and that ‘it goes without saying that trading companies need to support these imports,’” the source said After North Korea carried out its first nuclear test in October 2006 the United Nations Security Council imposed sanctions on the North in the form of Resolution 1718 The sanctions resolution prohibited anything related to nuclear weapons or missiles from being exported to the North But North Korea has managed to continue developing nuclear weapons and missiles by importing key components and materials while concealing their true purpose behind a façade of civilian manufacturing and research chips and special alloys that will soon be imported via Russia and Southeast Asia will presumably all be used to enhance the performance of North Korea’s nuclear weapons and missiles There are concerns that these efforts pose a serious threat to international security “Officials feel confident they can perfect the missiles as long as they have enough precision parts The Munitions Industry Department will probably accelerate imports of these materials according to plan,” the source said Read in Korean We don’t flood you with panic-inducing headlines or race to be first We focus on being useful to you — breaking down the news in ways that inform We rely on readers like you to fund our journalism Will you support our work and become a Vox Member today Trump’s retribution campaign is now targeting prominent Democratic lawyers — with broad implications for every American by Nicole Narea LinkPresident Donald Trump signs executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House on March 6, 2025, in Washington, DC. Alex Wong/Getty ImagesNicole Narea covers politics Vox and her work has also appeared in Politico and the New Republic.President Donald Trump is going after a pair of major law firms — and attacking the First Amendment in the process Trump issued an executive order on Thursday that took aim at Perkins Coie, a law firm that represented Hillary Clinton when she ran against Trump in 2016. Notably, Perkins Coie hired a research firm that produced the infamous “Steele dossier,” which alleged the president colluded with Russia to steal the election Trump’s order aims to strip the firm’s attorneys of their security clearances and asks the government to review all contracts with the firm with the intention of terminating any they can Trump issued a similar memorandum last month going after some attorneys at the law firm of Covington & Burling The firm is home to former special counsel Jack Smith who led the prosecution of Trump in cases related to the January 6 insurrection at the US Capitol and the president’s alleged mishandling of classified documents (Both cases were dismissed after Trump won the 2024 election.) The memorandum aims to strip security clearances from Peter Koski and any other individuals who helped Smith while he served as special counsel Canceled contracts promise to cost the firms revenue while stripping security clearances hurts them by putting certain areas of federal business off-limits But the issue is far bigger than harm to a pair of well-off law firms Legal experts say that Trump’s executive actions challenge the First Amendment right to free expression — and aim to send a signal to would-be opponents from well beyond just the legal profession (The White House did not respond to a request for comment.) “No one is going to cry for a big law firm,” said Katie Fallow deputy director of the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University “But the idea of the government punishing a private entity based on the political positions it’s taken is terrible from a free speech and association standpoint.” Thursday’s executive order accuses Perkins Coie of trying to “judicially overturn popular including those requiring voter identification,” as well as discriminating against applicants and staff by promoting diversity In addition to demanding that firm attorneys be stripped of their security clearances on that basis it also orders government contractors to end their business relationships with the firm to the extent permitted by law and blocks the government from hiring firm employees The earlier memorandum concerning Covington & Burling similarly accused anyone at the firm who assisted Smith of “weaponization of the judicial process,” ordering the termination of their security clearances and government contracts with the firm Trump’s executive actions are not normal: Under President George W. Bush, a senior Pentagon official encouraged clients to cut their ties with law firms representing prisoners held at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba. But a month after his remarks, the official resigned and publicly apologized asserting that he believed “that a foundational principle of our legal system is that the system works best when both sides are represented by competent legal counsel.” of any incident in which a sitting president had done something similar via executive action Even for Trump, who has already sought retribution against his perceived enemies in the media and in the federal government, “this is just jaw-dropping,” said Laurence Tribe, a constitutional scholar at Harvard Law School. “This represents sort of a great escalation of a trend that was already evident.” Legal scholars say that Trump’s targeting of law firms likely violates the First Amendment and other constitutional protections. The executive order seems to be taking aim at specific positions that Perkins Coie has taken on behalf of its clients, its views about employee management policies (including DEI programs), and its association with Democrats. That language “absolutely suggests viewpoint discrimination,” which is prohibited by the First Amendment, said Catherine Ross, a professor at George Washington University Law School. Fallows and Tribe said they agreed. Beyond that, Tribe also raised a concern that the executive order could violate the Sixth Amendment right to the effective assistance of counsel. That right, he said, is “gravely endangered if the executive branch can brand and ostracize a particular group of lawyers and strip them of the security clearances, without which they could not represent a number of the people that the administration either has gone after or has indicated an intention to go after.” It’s not entirely clear, however, that the orders will be struck down in court, the analysts say. Judges have historically deferred to the president on matters of national security, and that might provide some legal cover to Trump if the issue reaches the Supreme Court, Tribe said. But Ross also pointed out that Thursday’s executive order lacks specific details on any potential national security concerns. Instead, she said, it “appears to be aimed at preventing the firm from acquiring or maintaining clients.” Trump’s attacks on the First Amendment should worry Trump’s perceived political opponents no matter what field they are in. “This is the way dictatorships get going,” Tribe said. “People get afraid to say their piece — if they are lawyers, to represent a client who might be in the crosshairs of those in power. When that kind of fear casts a chill across the land, the ability of ordinary people to live their lives as they see fit gets undermined.” Understand the world with a daily explainer plus the most compelling stories of the day, compiled by news editor Sean Collins. His administration is great at breaking things — but it’s failing in its bigger goal. The courts are acting as a check on executive power. Will it last? Not much, at least not within the legal system. You don’t have to agree with Mahmoud Khalil to care about what happens to him. The lawsuit asks a very simple question: Who appointed Musk, and what, exactly, does he do? German label A Kind of Guise travels the world with every collection it creates. From Albania to Italy, the brand has become a well-rounded explorer and heads to the mountain summits of Peru for Fall/Winter 2024 Titled “Soroche,” the collection is spread across menswear and womenswear with dozens of cozy looks inspired by rich South American culture A Kind of Guise ascended onto the Andes mountain range with local textiles debuting a relaxed line packed with snug essentials and Special Rapporteur Ben Saul (on the screen) speak on counter-terrorism abuse in the MENA during an event at the UN human rights council in Geneva on 10 March 2025 during the 58th session of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva MENA Rights Group and Saferworld co-organised a side event highlighting the abuse of security and counter-terrorism measures in the MENA as well as their impact on human rights.  The Special Rapporteur also highlighted Israel’s ongoing violations of international law in numerous MENA countries and called for the immediate end to Israel’s illegal occupation.  Ghofrane Binous spoke about the human rights impact of counter-terrorism legislation and measures in Tunisia and the increasingly shrinking civic space in the country She explained that the Tunisian counter-terrorism law is notably used to repress NGOs denouncing racial discrimination and abuse against migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa including through accusations of money laundering She also deplored the introduction in this context of a bill on NGOs which risks further restricting freedom of association is the ongoing collective case against 40 political opposition figures and human rights defenders who are facing bogus 'conspiracy' charges that carry the death penalty in Tunisia She concluded with an open call to defend Tunisian civil society Tanya Boulakovski provided an overview of what transnational repression looks like in the region including under the guise of “counterterrorism” She explained the role of the AIMC in this phenomenon detailing the practice of circulating state-requested arrest warrants to Arab League member states leaving targeted individuals unable to challenge their warrants issued against them on discriminatory grounds and at risk of extradition to countries where they would face torture She pointed out that despite these human rights concerns many international institutions continue to collaborate with the AIMC and UN counter-terrorism bodies such as the UN Office of Counter-Terrorism the Security Council’s Counter-Terrorism Committee Executive Directorate Boulakovski concluded her remarks with an open warning highlighting that in the absence of structural reform of the AIMC Arab dissidents are not safe from transnational repression and must carefully reconsider traveling to Arab League countries Fady Khoury shed light on Israel’s counter-terrorism framework and its impact on Palestinians He notably explained how the Israeli framework creates a dual legal system for regulating speech offenses: one that governs general speech offenses and that provides due process guarantees mainly applied to Jewish citizens of Israel disproportionately applied to Palestinians He explained that Israel's broad categorisation of certain forms of speech as “apology for terrorism” has led to arrests over social media posts the vast majority of which have targeted Palestinian citizens of Israel He stated that these legal restrictions extended to peaceful demonstrations as people were “arrested on their way to protests” for Gaza He asserted that Palestinian citizens of Israel had no space for dissent or speech that countered Israel’s narrative around October 7th.  After opening the floor to a few questions from the audience each panellist delivered some concluding remarks and shared recommendations to remedy some of the abuses committed in the name of the fight against terrorism described during the side event These included that MENA countries like Tunisia should comply with the international human rights conventions they ratified that regional bodies like the AIMC should align their practices with international human rights standards and that the international community should exert pressure on Israel to implement a permanent ceasefire and ensure accountability for violations of international law To watch the full event, click here © 2024 Copyright menarights.org German label A Kind of Guise (AKOG) has released a tasteful suite of offerings for the winter season The new collection is thematically centered around Peru the latest destination that the Munich-based imprint focused on for both its storytelling and artisanal craftsmanship '#' : location.hash;window._cf_chl_opt.cOgUQuery = location.search === '' && location.href.slice(0 location.href.length - 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The singer revealed in a statement that the couple had agreed to make a statement prior to Turner's annual "Lost Evenings" weekend that typically draws a lot of his more hardcore fans so as to "save some difficult questions" that would likely come up "Things have come to light about Frank's actions on his U.S which give me no choice but to accept that our marriage is over This has all been very sudden and unexpected and it has caused huge pain but before any of this was a decade of love and joy; a quarter of our lives spent facing the world as a team We're going to try to hold on to as much of that as we can." "We are both in grief at what we’re losing here and whilst we talk about our personal worlds in our music please understand - I know you will - that we don’t want to have conversations about this on social media right now love and care for each other in whatever ways we can." she’s not built for the tour bus," the singer concludes She signed off the post with the salutation The news coincides with what has been a string of public statements about personal relationships, which has captured the attention of fans and driven plenty of online conversations Dave Grohl's infidelity and Alicia Taylor's condemnation of a fellow musician's inappropriate alleged advances toward Corey Taylor are recent examples of such instances it is important not to speculate about unknown details and to respect the privacy of individuals Though the revelation of their split is now public the nature of Turner's "actions" remain unspecified some of Turner's past relationships had factored into the lyrical content in his music had appeared as an actress on the TV show EastEnders and the 2014 series The Musketeers starting with The Fun Part EP back in 2020 Guise often joined Turner during his livestream performances Turner also produced the first Guise album He's been an active touring artist over the last few two decades and is set to stage his Lost Evenings 7 weekend of shows in Toronto Sept READ MORE: Frank Turner Sets Exhausting New World Record A brief respite from the road will follow before he resumes touring in October. More dates will keep him out on the road until mid-December, and a handful of dates have been scheduled for the U.K. in February. All dates and ticketing info can be found through his website Gallery Credit: Philip Trapp After marrying in 2019, it appears as though the couple will split in 2024 after Jess Guise revealed that their marriage is over.\nRead More Jess Guise, the wife of Frank Turner and a fellow musician, has revealed via an Instagram post that the couple's marriage is over. The news coincides with what has been a string of public statements about personal relationships, which has captured the attention of fans and driven plenty of online conversations Dave Grohl's infidelity and Alicia Taylor's condemnation of a fellow musician's inappropriate alleged advances toward Corey Taylor are recent examples of such instances READ MORE: Frank Turner Sets Exhausting New World Record A brief respite from the road will follow before he resumes touring in October. More dates will keep him out on the road until mid-December, and a handful of dates have been scheduled for the U.K. in February. All dates and ticketing info can be found through his website innovative and locally emissions-free: With the Opel Rocks young people from the age of 151 can enjoy independent individual electromobility in a relaxed manner – and now even more stylishly than before This is also shown by the first pictures: The Opel Vizor is now held in characteristic black while the Opel Blitz on the front and rear shines in contrasting white While the body below the window line will be light grey in the future the black roof and the black wheels will remain an eye-catcher This gives the new Opel Rocks a styling that reflects the brand's ‘Detox’ philosophy cool and simple: this is the new Opel Rocks on four wheels: Rocks ideal for electric entry the Rocks retains its usual strengths in a fresh guise This will benefit electric beginners from the age of 151 in particular Rocks drivers merely require a class AM driving license e-scooters and other motorised two-wheelers the light motor vehicle protects the occupants from wind and weather and thanks to the tubular space frame and deformation zones as well as a windscreen made of laminated glass the Rocks offers locally emissions-free urban mobility The smallest Opel offers an electric range of up to 75 kilometres which can be covered at speeds of up to 45 km/h The Rocks can then be charged via any normal household socket The corresponding charging cable is integrated behind the passenger door and can be easily pulled if necessary drivers can steer the 2.41-meter-short and just 1.39-meter-wide (without exterior mirrors) Rocks through tight curves or access small parking spaces the electric light motor vehicle is once again an unconventional eye-catcher – also because the two doors are identical in typical Rocks design The passenger door swings forward as usual while the driver's door swings backwards in the opposite direction connected: Interior fully tailored to the young generation the Rocks is also fully geared to the needs of the young generation The design is highly functional and impresses with easy-to-grip controls and clear easy-to-read displays that focus on the essentials A smartphone holder with USB port and connectivity via DAT dongle positioned on the centre console ensures networking and offers access to the ‘myOpel’ app Rocks drivers can connect their smartphone via Bluetooth via the separately attachable ‘MyRocks Switch’ on the steering wheel occupants can listen to their favourite music use their favourite navigation system and make phone calls without taking their eyes off the road The Rocks steering wheel also shines in a new design: With a white Opel Blitz on a black background it now perfectly reflects the Opel Vizor and thus brings the characteristic design feature into the interior pleasant atmosphere – unusual for a vehicle of this class – is provided by the standard panoramic roof the Rocks’ modern LED headlights ensure better visibility in rain or darkness Further information on the focused Edition and GS trims as well as the attractive prices and leasing conditions will follow shortly [1] Applies to four-wheeled light motor vehicles with a rated continuous/utilised power not exceeding 6 kW with no more than two seats and a maximum speed not exceeding 45 km/h love and care for each other in whatever ways we can” Frank Turner’s wife Jessica Guise has revealed that their “marriage is over”, attributing the musician’s “actions on his US tour” as the main reason. Guise took to her official Instagram account to share a photo of her and Turner sitting on a sofa in a loving embrace. The caption of the post began with Guise explaining that she had been putting off writing the explanation as she “didn’t want any of it to be true, but we’ve agreed that saying something before Lost Evenings might save some difficult questions.” “Things have come to light about Frank’s actions on his US tour in June and since, which give me no choice but to accept that our marriage is over. This has all been very sudden and unexpected, and it has caused huge pain, but before any of this was a decade of love and joy; a quarter of our lives spent facing the world as a team, as best friends. We’re going to try to hold on to as much of that as we can,” she wrote. A post shared by Jessica Guise (@jess.guise) Guise went on to share that they are “both in grief at what we’re losing here” and explained that while they are disscsing their “personal worlds in our music” they do not want to “have conversations about this on social media right now” She ended the caption with: “There’ll be songs love and care for each other in whatever ways we can musician and psychotherapist and is known for appearing in the show EastEnders and the 2014 TV series The Musketeers She is also the frontwoman and guitarist of her band GUISE Turner and Guise were married on August 30 The two have also appeared on live streams together A post shared by Lost Evenings Festival (@losteveningsfest) The world’s defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking what’s new and what’s next since 1952 russian propaganda is actively promoting putin’s claims about russia’s supposed major successes in helping African countries combat epidemic diseases this cooperation is just one aspect of the kremlin’s multi-dimensional strategy to increase the continent’s dependence on russia russia simultaneously conducts disinformation campaigns in Africa targeting Western humanitarian missions accusing them of spreading diseases and exploiting post-colonial traumas russia has sponsored around 80 such campaigns across 22 countries The refusal of African nations to cooperate with the West often leads to a general deterioration in public health conditions russia is also trying to expand its collaboration in other sectors and is increasing its military presence on the continent All of this is done solely to gain access to Africa’s resources and to strengthen russia’s military and political influence The kremlin is intensifying its propaganda efforts to expand its narratives and influence in Africa the state duma hosted the so-called “russia-Africa Information Bridge,” aimed at strengthening russia’s media presence on the African continent russia plans to establish collaboration centers with African bloggers expand its russian television network in… The Center monitors the information space of Global South countries and identifies narratives favorable to russia the key Ukraine-related topics have included: – the russian missile strike on Sumy which killed civilians; – prospects for peace negotiations in Ukraine; – participation of Chinese nationals in the war against Ukraine; – President Volodymyr… russia plans to open a travel agency for trips to Afghanistan which will send groups of three to five people for two weeks allegedly to “explore Afghan culture.”There are also reports that the “Taliban” will send a delegation of several hundred people to the economic forum in kazan scheduled for May The Center monitors the information space of the Global South and identifies narratives favorable to russia Latin American media has been primarily focused on the involvement of DPRK soldiers in the war on russia’s side highlighting the risk of an “explosive complication” of the situation in Ukraine The Center monitors the information space in the Global South to identify narratives favorable to Russia key topics related to Ukraine have included: – Fighting in Russia’s Kursk region; – The possibility of peace talks following the inauguration of U.S President-elect Donald Trump; – The halt of Russian gas transit through Ukraine; – Developments… The Center monitors the information space in the Global South identifying narratives favorable to Russia the key topics related to Ukraine have been: – The inauguration of U.S President-elect Donald Trump and its prospects for peace talks; – The signing of a 100-year partnership agreement between Ukraine and the UK; – The… A Kind Of Guise Every fashion aficionado knows that certain times of the year are worth the wait our inboxes fill with early-access emails from favorite brands I have a unique sense of anticipation for A Kind Of Guise (AKOG) The iykyk of German brands has separated itself in the fashion world by delivering collections in 3 different "drops" that are thoughtful The Autumn/Winter 2024 collection named "Soroche," is no exception infusing the essence of the Peruvian landscape into each garment and aesthetic A Kind Of Guise has a well-earned reputation for drawing inspiration from diverse global locations but not in the shallow and ephemeral way of locations turning into a branding opportunity with which many brands approach such projects and natural beauty in ways that feel authentic A Kind Of Guise captures the true essence of these places Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Enable All MediaManage consentPrivacy policyEach collection and lookbook feels like an invitation to embark on a journey with A Kind Of Guise serving as a guide that explores the deeper connections between fashion This is important because it reminds us of the interconnections between fashion fabrics and the variety of cultures that surround us It reminds us to pay attention to the cultures to the people and to the colors as a way to be inspired to create and wear clothes that feel authentic The "Soroche" collection is inspired by the breathtaking heights of the Peruvian Andes an area rich in cultural heritage and natural splendor derived from the Spanish term for altitude sickness hints at the transformative experience the brand aims to deliver—a sense of awe and wonder akin to standing on the precipice of a towering mountain range Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Enable All MediaManage consentPrivacy policyAmong my favorite pieces in the "Soroche" collection is the Iquitos Knit Jacket a perfect example of how AKOG blends tradition with contemporary style This jacket is a fusion of Peruvian and Bavarian knitting traditions Another personal favorite is the Cyrus Coat featuring a classic A-line silhouette with raglan sleeves The coat is crafted from a blend of Italian wool making it a cozy yet stylish choice for the colder months It’s crafted from a Steiff alpaca blend fur tactile quality that’s both comforting and chic Your Highsnobiety privacy settings have blocked this Instagram post.Enable All MediaManage consentPrivacy policyThe collection also pays tribute to Peru’s rich cultural heritage with the Morochuco Shirt Named after the legendary horsemen of the Peruvian Andes (a story worth its own article) The intricate marigold embroidery on the shirt is a nod to the flower's symbolism in Peruvian tradition With their Autumn Winter 24 "Soroche" collection, the brand once again proves that fashion can be a narrative, a journey, and a celebration of the world’s rich tapestry of cultures and merge it with elegant fashion craftsmanship.  So while we wait for the third drop of the collection, a little trip to the Peruvian Andes this winter anyone? Legislation that would resurrect a scheme to allow unions to target the federally subsidized paychecks of people who care for their disabled loved ones at home may pass the Michigan House this week The Mackinac Center for Public Policy called the original scheme The Service Employees International Union took $34 million from home health care helpers before the Legislature ended the practice. In 2012, voters rejected Proposition 4 in a 57-43% vote The proposal asked voters if they wanted to provide collective bargaining to in-home care workers Sen. Kevin Hertel, D-St. Clair Shores, introduced Senate Bill 790 on March 14 to bring back the dues skim home care helpers could once again see smaller paychecks from Medicaid and the state of Michigan many caregivers were unaware that a union was taking funds from their paychecks Reinstating the arrangement would yield similar results though the legal environment care givers would face has improved since the old scheme ended AFSCME that government employees who are represented by a collective bargaining agreement can’t be forced to pay union dues or agency fees The ruling would protect home helpers who know their Janus rights SB 790 would require home health care workers to attend a half-hour presentation by the SEIU In a video recently produced by the Mackinac Center a mother who cares for her 24-year-old disabled son on a full-time basis said that many people would be caught unaware by the change families like ours don’t have time to hunt through fine print on things,” Tammy Martin said Family members who care for their loved ones are often pressed for time and they may not know where to find the information needed to keep them from being forced into a union “I look at my son as one of the most vulnerable members of our population Once a home health care worker starts paying the union vice president of legal affairs at the Mackinac Center providers have a constitutional right not to provide any financial support to the unit but these bills will make them sit through a 30-minute high-pressure sales presentation – like a timeshare pitch for unionization,” said Wright Wright said that contrary to claims made by the bill’s advocates home health care helpers who want a pay increase do not need a union State funding for providers increased 85% after the last dues skim ended Hertel did not respond to an email seeking comment The Senate approved SB 790 on a party-line vote of 20-18 CapCon will publish updates on this legislation as developments occur. 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Please consider a gift today to help shine a light on government through independent journalism Trends come and go at a dizzying pace, but for A Kind of Guise (AKOG) the Munich-based label produces garments that are meant to be passed down the generations like a family heirloom Each collection is like a love letter dedicated to a specific city or region tapping master artisans who weave local traditions into modern silhouettes AKOG has released a surprise holiday drop of clothing and accessories the capsule is meant to transport you through a “nostalgic journey,” says the brand “Whether it’s the bittersweet experience of a first love or long dinner nights with family and friends these experiences defined our summers.” Try a different filter or a new search keyword “I think people just get hung up on style,” he continues “They don’t really hear the musical ideas or concepts behind what the musician’s trying to do and you can translate these ideas throughout different styles or different settings.” Listening to Guthrie’s albums you’ll hear a plethora of connections: Shared compositional Guthrie attributes his wide-ranging interests to his musical education in Melbourne “The good thing about Australia is that it’s very eclectic and most musicians are doing many different things so the influences are coming from a lot of different places,” he explains you might be on the same bill as a weirdo grindcore band or a minimal electronic group I think that produces people who are a little bit less purist about things.”  Guthrie made a name for himself as a jazz drummer throughout the 1990s His adaptability made him a sought-after percussionist for a variety of groups which left little time to focus on his own music “I was playing drums in a lot of different bands and a lot of jazz projects to earn my living why I wanted to leave Australia was to stop doing that kind of stuff and to concentrate more on my own music,” he explains Guthrie left Australia for France in 2003 and began to search for his own sound he distanced himself from the drums altogether “I felt that the baggage of coming from jazz and learning how to play the drums and being a ‘good drummer’ was detrimental to me finding my own music and also rhythmic music for a while.” During the first decade of the 2000s Guthrie instead played electroacoustic music with found objects This period of experimentation was necessary for Guthrie to find his niche he has become one of the most versatile yet recognizable percussionists working in left-field music bringing all of his influences together into a thrillingly diverse discography The selection below ranges from solo percussion to free jazz to hip-hop collage to gamelan ensemble but each album carries Guthrie’s undeniable fingerprint Stones & Breaking Bones was a really important album for me,” says Guthrie “That one felt like getting back into really rhythmic playing after years of rejecting it.” After his move to France Guthrie slowly incorporated more rhythmic percussion into his electronic experiments He found that he could explore the same ideas about composition and texture with nothing but a traditional drum set Returning to rhythm was particularly liberating for Guthrie during an era where it seemed to be forgotten: “No one in the improv or experimental scene was working with rhythm—not many drummers around me were “The whole thing about ‘What is free improvisation?’ has always been a big question mark for me How can it be free if you can’t play melody or you can’t play rhythm?” Sticks Stones & Breaking Bones is the perfect introduction to Guthrie’s solo work you can hear what he means in the 2014 live recording In Paris whose looping structures are borrowed from more minimalist music even as it sounds like pure The Ames Room ended “before its time,” Guthrie says Guthrie and Guionnet wanted to keep collaborating without simply recreating their old group as a duo This was a step back to the stuff I was doing earlier with amplification on a weird electroacoustic kind of junk kit,” he explains but the jazz influence is still very much there.” On Electric Rag Guthrie uses contact microphones to bring out elements of the drum kit that aren’t usually audible but also holds them in his hands and even plays the drums with them “We did keep that element of the Ames Room.” The result  is the most abrasive and visceral of Guthrie’s oeuvre at times verging on pure noise but never losing its groove as artistically fulfilling as those may be He has a million ideas: ‘Now we can do this Rushford plays organ while Guthrie plays drums but this couldn’t be further away from the rambunctious Electric Rag But its ease belies its depth—repeated plays reveal ever more detail Guthrie is currently preparing for a performance of People Pleaser at the famed GRM studios in Paris he will debut a selection of tracks from the upcoming third installment of the series A set of collages of his drumming combined with samples grabbed from his hard drive it’s more indebted to hip-hop than experimental music or jazz The project has become a favorite of many Guthrie fans but it began almost on a whim while he was awaiting the birth of his first child and was limited to what he could find on his laptop “If I wanted a certain sound for one of the pieces I’ll just look on my hard drive and see what I’ve got anyway.’ It was about embracing the weirdness of that where most stuff doesn’t work and doesn’t fit and finding a way to make it fit and work.” These circumstances lent a looseness to the music that felt right he’s spent more time on each record but kept his initial ad hoc approach It should be quite quick—decisions can be made quickly and things can get scrapped quickly as well.” strategic innovation and communications strategy Jamie Guise brings a unique perspective in creating powerful solutions to clients' business challenges and opportunities as a senior vice president at Old National Bank Guise is responsible for the community engagement and internal brand building activities for the company as the chief client delivery officer at United Bank & Trust Guise was responsible for the overall branding retail delivery and client experience for the organization agency network where she worked on premier brands including United Airlines Back to Previous Page Whether you're looking for a new position or a new employee, start your search on the PRSA Jobcenter © 2025 Public Relations Society of America Inc (WHP) — A Gettysburg woman is facing charges after she allegedly stole tens of thousands of dollars from her place of work is accused of stealing $35,000 from the Brent Guise Family Dentistry located on the 100 block of Chambersburg Street according to the Gettysburg Police Department Officers began investigating the case after hearing from the business on Feb An investigation found that Chapman allegedly took the money over "an extended period of time," police said She is charged with eight felony counts of forgery one felony county of receiving stolen property one felony county of theft by unlawful taking and one felony county of theft by failure to make required disposition of funds Chapman is currently out on a $50,000 unsecured bail BEAMS FUTURE ARCHIVE is constantly reinventing the wheel on what it refers to as “archives of the future,” melding storied style codes with an innovative future-facing approach to its design The Japanese label has set its sights on reimagining the edgy Y2K uniform for Spring/Summer 2025 melding a nostalgic grunge and punk-inspired aesthetic with Western and workwear influences FUTURE ARCHIVE’s Spring/Summer range leans heavily into biker styles; tailored jackets land in hues of sleek all-black and a gradient blue colorway each of which sees a zipper down the middle pocketing at the sides and cinched sleeves secured with snap buttoning A leather zip-up vest also lands in all-black and layers atop distressed knitwear and tees Microsoft has faced a wave of backlash after a leaked termination letter revealed the company's new practice of swiftly cutting ties with staff deemed 'underperforming' which has circulated widely on social media has sparked debate over whether the technology giant is simply exercising its right to manage its workforce or engaging in insensitive cost-cutting measures at the expense of employee welfare According to Business Insider's report affected employees are told their work no longer meets 'minimum standards and expectations' They immediately lose access to all company systems and are instructed to return Microsoft property without delay The letter also states that ex-employees are 'not to perform any further work on behalf of Microsoft' and warns that past performance will be reviewed if they ever reapply to the firm employees were told that they would not receive severance pay while healthcare benefits end immediately on the date of termination we take the appropriate action,' a Microsoft spokesperson said adding that the company prioritises 'high performance talent' while claiming to offer employees ample opportunity for professional development the news has stirred strong reactions online Commenters have accused Microsoft of blaming 'performance issues' to justify abrupt dismissals particularly at a time when tech firms across the globe are reducing headcounts amid slower growth a chief tech correspondent for Business Insider so this is the new norm now?' wrote one commenter who argued that publicly attributing redundancies to underperformance allows companies to distance themselves from any moral or financial responsibility towards the people they are letting go Another user contended that such practices are reminiscent of employers' historical attempts to minimise costs linked to claims of unfair dismissal Some critics suggest Microsoft might be emulating the approach taken by Elon Musk who famously slashed roughly 80% of the workforce at X (formerly Twitter) through mass layoffs in 2023 demanding fair severance packages and criticising the manner in which cuts were handled Musk's termination emails similarly stated that staff members would stop working immediately lose system access and be placed on a 'Non-Working Notice' period until their official end date Microsoft's move appears to be following a familiar pattern seen elsewhere in Silicon Valley where underperforming teams are often the first targets when revenue growth slows Microsoft's decision to axe employees for alleged underperformance emerges alongside more extensive staff reductions across the company. Per Business Insider although spokespersons claim these broader cuts are unrelated to performance issues The firm previously let go of 10,000 employees after pandemic-driven hiring outpaced business needs managers have been required to meticulously evaluate workers up to level 80—one of Microsoft's highest positions—raising alarm among employees who fear the ongoing crackdown may continue Controversial terminations are not new for Microsoft the company faced criticism for firing its diversity prompting doubts about its dedication to social causes two staff members who organised a vigil for Palestinians killed in Gaza were dismissed over the phone having opposed Microsoft's sale of technology to the Israeli government the firm cited adherence to 'internal policy' but was condemned by human rights advocates who claimed Microsoft's actions contradicted its public statements on corporate responsibility As tech giants grapple with economic headwinds and conduct widespread layoffs questions loom about whether performance-based dismissals will become more common While some argue that companies have every right to remove employees who fail to meet expectations others believe this practice risks undermining morale and loyalty especially when severance and healthcare protections appear lacking Critics say that the immediate revocation of benefits betrays a harsh approach to cost management one at odds with the employee-centric culture many Silicon Valley firms claim to champion In response to a question related to US senator Steve Daines' visit to China and any progress between .. Responding to questions about China's recent announcement of countermeasures against the US' so-called "reciprocal tariffs" Responding to a query on the test results of samples of nuclear-contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi .. Shortly after the new generation of the Hyundai Palisade was launched in Korea our spy photographers caught the upcoming XRT trim during cold weather testing The model is expected to be part of the North American lineup for the 2026 model year and is set to debut sometime over the course of 2025 Hyundai is currently offering XRT versions of the outgoing Palisade, as well as of the Ioniq 5, Tucson, Santa Cruz, and Santa Fe A similar treatment will be applied to the new Palisade adding rugged vibes to the brand’s largest SUV More: 2026 Hyundai Palisade Drops V6 For Four-Cylinders And Hybrid Efficiency In Korea The Palisade XRT prototype was fully covered in camouflage but we can still see some of its trim-specific features The most notable changes are the discreet plastic cladding around the wheel arches and the matching trim on the side skirts and rear bumper We also expect a redesigned front bumper contributing to the adventurous stance Besides adopting boxier and more upmarket looks stretching to 5,060 mm (199.2 inches) long The prototype rides on Continental Cross Contact all-terrain tires, although the black 18-inch wheels are most likely provisional parts. Another prototype that was spotted earlier this week in Korea camed fitted with what appears to be the final XRT-specific design for the alloys These feature five double spokes and a bi-tone finish Inside, the SUV will feature a different upholstery for the seats with XRT emblem on the headrests The Korean prototype had two individual seats on the second row although we can’t be sure if this will be the only available seating layout Note that the Korean-spec Palisade is available in a nine-seater layout (3+3+3) which won’t make it to the US market As with its predecessor, the new Palisade XRT isn’t expected to bring any changes under the skin compared to the rest of the lineup. Note that the new generation rides on an upgraded version of the existing model’s unibody underpinnings with a longer wheelbase of 2,970 mm (116.9 inches) the Palisade will likely drop the 3.8-liter V6 option in favor of a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 277 hp (207 kW / 281 PS) This is expected to be joined by a more efficient self-charging hybrid setup with a combined output of 330 hp (246 kW / 334 PS) More: 2026 Hyundai Staria Electric Minivan Has The VW ID. Buzz In Its Sights The cold weather testing of the Palisade XRT was done in the company of a Kia Tasman pickup. However, unlike the SUV, the Korean brand’s first midsize truck is not destined for North America. Our spy photographers told us that the models were testing with a film crew from Korea. This makes us believe that Hyundai might be working on a teaser for the new Palisade XRT. Hopefully, we’ll get to see the model in the flesh in the coming months. View this post on Instagram A post shared by SHORTS CAR (@shorts_car) The Tesla Model Y has received its first major update since the electric compact crossover's 2019 debut. The update was revealed earlier this month in China and the only version currently available is a fully loaded Model Y Launch Series priced from $61,630 including the $1,390 destination charge and $250 nonrefundable order fee Unique touches for the Launch Series include the model-specific tailgate badge and “Launch Series” script on the center console There's also a black interior with premium materials an audio system with 15 speakers and a subwoofer plus Tesla's Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and Acceleration Boost features fitted as standard The powertrain for the Launch Series is the Model Y's Long Range All-Wheel Drive option Tesla doesn't mention horsepower but has stated the vehicle can hit 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and offers a range estimate of between 303 and 320 miles The pre-facelifted Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive hits 60 in 4.8 seconds and has an EPA range estimate of 311 miles Buyers on a stricter budget can still order the pre-facelifted version which starts at $46,630 for entry-level Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive guise The updated Model Y is easily recognizable by its new front styling. 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