(2025-07-19). How US Patriots Aussie Abrams Counter Russian Advances. thinktank.pk As Russia's war against Ukraine continues into 2025, international support remains critical to Kyiv's ability to defend its sovereignty. Among the most significant contributions are the U.S.-provided Patriot air defense systems and Australia's recent delivery of M1A1 Abrams tanks. These advanced military assets address distinct but complementary needs on Ukraine's battlefield, from countering Russian aerial …
(2025-07-19). Editorial] US health policy: the Senate must act. thelancet.com During his confirmation hearings, Robert F Kennedy Jr, now Head of US Health and Human Services (HHS), gave repeated reassurances to senators concerned about his credentials and beliefs. He promised that health plans would be based on sound evidence and that vaccination recommendations would continue to be made in an open and transparent manner. He committed to clearly communicating the scientific basis for decisions and to "gold standard, evidence-based science". "I want to empower scientists." "I will bring radical transparency to HHS to increase public trust." He was confirmed, 52—48, and sworn in on Feb…