11. Edward J. Larson Headline: Washington’s Desperate Defense of New York Following the victory in Boston, Washington moved to defend New York against an overwhelming British force. Despite the Howe brothers’ initial desire for negotiation, the conflict escalated as the colonies formally declared independence. (11)

1829 JEFFERSON AND FRANKLIN

10. Edward J. Larson Headline: Henry Knox’s Heroic Artillery Mission Larson recounts the daring winter transport of heavy cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston. This strategic feat allowed Washington to fortify Dorchester Heights, forcing Britishevacuation and marking his first major military victory. (10)
1780

9. Edward J. Larson Headline: The Bombardment of Norfolk: A Revolutionary Turning Point In January 1776, the Royal Navy’s attack on Norfolk, Virginia, destroyed civilian homes and convinced colonists that reconciliation with Britain was impossible. George Washington viewed this aggression as a decisive catalyst for independence. (9)
1776 NYC

8. Evan Ellis Headline: Chile’s Security Reforms Under President Kast President Jose Antonio Kast has prioritized border security and tackling organized crime since his inauguration. His inclusive approach aims to stabilize the economy and address social frustrations lingering from the 2019 riots. (8)

1910

7. Evan Ellis Headline: Crime and Political Instability in Latin AmericaViolent spillover from drug trafficking affects the Colombia-Ecuador border, leading to significant casualties and military strikes. Ellis also discusses the arrest of a major gang leader and the ongoing cabinet instability in Peru. (7)
1863 VENEZUELA

6. Evan Ellis Headline: Venezuela’s Oil Interests and Democratic HopesWhile the Trump administration views Venezuela as a success, the Chvista regime remains entrenched through hardline appointments. Opposition leader Maria Corina Machado pushes for democratic stability to attract essential foreign investment into the oil sector. (6)
1887 VENEZUELA

5. Evan Ellis Headline: Cuba’s Energy Crisis Amidst Cold War Echoes Cubasuffers from nationwide blackouts as Russian oil shipments attempt to bypass U.S. surveillance. Ellis explores the symbolic importance of the island and the complexities of U.S. negotiations with the Castro family. (5)
1931

4. Gregory Copley Headline: BritishPolitical Turmoil and the Monarchy's Role King Charles III plans to attend America’s 250th anniversary despite potential diplomatic friction with President Trump. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces historic unpopularity and internal party dissent, though he remains difficult to remove. (4)
1939 OKLAHOMA

3. Gregory Copley Headline: China’s Economic Paralysis and Naval Limitations China faces deep internal trouble, with growth expectations falling and Xi Jinping struggling to trust his military commanders. Copley highlights that the PLA Navy remains significantly behind the United States in carrier operations. (3)
11939 OKLAHOMA

2. Gregory Copley Headline: Russia’s Energy Leverage and the Donbass Proposal Russia benefits significantly from rising oil prices and its desanctioned shadow fleet. Copley notes that some European nations are considering a "Donbass for energy" deal with Putin to stabilize their struggling economies. (2)
1918 OKLAHOMA OILFIELDS