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Remembering Henry Kissinger

December 14, 2023 btwadmin 0

Henry Kissinger, a prominent figure in American foreign policy for over 50 years, died at the age of 100 on November 29, 2023. He was […]

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More White House Changes?

December 8, 2017 btwuser 0

This week, over on the Election Central Web site, the main story provides more information on the latest news and speculation surrounding changing roles in President […]

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A Look at the Syrian Conflict

October 21, 2016 btwuser 0

During the second presidential debate earlier this month, both candidates made references to the ongoing conflict in Syria, particularly in the city of Aleppo. The […]

President Barack Obama walks through the Rose Garden to the Oval Office following an all-appointees summer event on the South Lawn, June 13, 2016. Official White House Photo by Pete Souza. https://www.whitehouse.gov/photos-and-video/photogallery/june-2016-photo-day.

Stuff YOU Should Know

June 22, 2016 btwuser 0

British MP Killed Over Brexit Back in April, btw brought you news of a possible “Brexit”. Last month, the British parliament suffered a personal casualty. […]

A woman cycles past a marriage equality mural in the Liberties area of Dublin, as Ireland should become the international advocate for gay rights, a key figure in spearheading the country's vote for same-sex marriage has said. Picture date: Sunday May 24, 2015.

Stuff YOU Should Know

May 29, 2015 btwuser 0

Marriage Equality Vote in Ireland Beginning in 2012, Ireland’s government met regularly with 66 randomly selected citizens and members of representatives from Northern Ireland to […]