The sudden collapse of the long-established Assad family dictatorship in Syria changes the balance and constellation of competing forces in the Middle East. For many years, the Syria government has been a client of Russia, and before that the Soviet Union.
As I sit here writing this there are only nine days left until Christmas 2024. Where did all of the time go? It seems to me like only yesterday that we were talking about trick or treating.
There is one thing that always comes with the Christmas season that fills me with dread. It isn't the constant barrage of the same holiday songs on repeat, nor is it the colder weather. Instead, it is the dreaded requests for a Christmas gift list.
By Arthur I. Cyr Special to the Herald Democrat “Peace is priceless, and war has no winners.” Taiwan President Lai Chin-te, also known as William… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Seems like every channel on television right now is running some sort of Christmas movie marathon. Some channels are showing the same movie for 24 hours straight. That seems a bit excessive to me, but to each his own I guess.
One recent afternoon I watched as someone else put up an artificial Christmas tree and it started me thinking about how far those things have come over the years.
By Arthur I. Cyr Special to the Herald Democrat North Korea’s contribution of combat troops to aid Russia in Ukraine has drawn global attention and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
First of all, happy Thanksgiving.
By Arthur I. Cyr Special to the Herald Democrat Next February, the Ukraine war will reach the third anniversary. Russia has announced a more flexible… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
How long does it take to come up with a plan for Thanksgiving?