Taiwan needs a “hornet’s nest” of drones to help deter conflict and provide security, the top U.S. diplomat to the democratically governed island said on Thursday.The United States, Taiwan’s most important international backer and arms supplier despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties, has strongly backed the government’s military modernization plan and increased defense spending.Taiwan says it needs to bolster its defenses in the face of a stepped-up threat from China, which claims the island as its own territory.Speaking at a forum on drones in the central city of Taichung, Raymond Greene, director of the American Institute in Taiwan and…

This article was originally published by Michael Snyder at The End of the American Dream under the title: Not Just A “Super El Niño”: A Record-Setting Worldwide Ocean Heat Wave Is Causing Insane Weather Chaos All Over The Globe The oceans on our planet have never been this hot, and this is causing explosive weather throughout the world. Record high temperatures are being set all over the northern hemisphere; we are witnessing absolutely crazy storms, and gigantic wildfires are erupting at a blistering pace. We have never experienced anything quite like this before, and it is going to be very…

The Caitlin Clark Hate Tour rolled on this week in the WNBA, and the Fever star didn’t even have to take a fist to the throat this time.This one, however, may somehow hurt even more.According to her peers, Clark is the 11th-best guard in the league. That’s right. Eleven! The 24-year-old was voted as a starter in the July 25 All-Star game, but the breakdown of how the league, media, and fans voted raised some eyebrows.WNBA WANTS A BIGGER STORY THAN CAITLIN CLARK, BUT TV RATINGS KEEP POINTING BACK TO HERThe fans voted Clark as the second-best guard in the…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Democratic establishment is in denial as a socialist insurgency grows inside its own party. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calls Democrats “a great united party,” even as Democratic Socialists of America-backed challengers defeat incumbents and organize as a disciplined voting bloc. Party leaders dismiss them as a fringe, but the DSA is building a “Freedom Caucus of the left” with the power to withhold votes, pressure leadership and force a socialist agenda.Socialism is becoming the Democrats’ answer to MAGA because both movements are responding to the anger of Americans who feel…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, a faith organization is urging parents to make the most of Independence Day by reconnecting with their kids and taking time to teach them about the nation’s founding ideals.Ahead of July 4, Communio, a faith-based organization focused on strengthening families, released its “Great American Family Fun Kit,” complete with activity ideas, recipes for patriotic treats, and a prayer for the nation. Some of the activities include trying to use 18th-century slang, making a gratitude jar, creating a family flag and having an Independence…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The far left is taking its political playbook nationwide, moving from high-profile primary wins in New York City and Colorado to a string of upcoming Democratic contests in Missouri, Michigan, Wisconsin and Florida.After far-left and socialist-aligned candidates scored ballot-box victories over establishment-backed contenders in congressional primaries in New York City and Colorado the past two weeks, the left is taking aim at the Midwest.Hours after Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) backed challenger and first-time candidate Melat Kiros toppled 15-term Democratic Rep. Diana DeGette in Tuesday’s primary in Denver’s deep blue 1st Congressional…

A fast and smooth revolver reload isn’t easy to perform, but with enough practice and the right gear, you can keep your wheelgun fed.Revolvers are routinely overlooked as defensive handguns. This is somewhat understandable, because pistols are easier to shoot than double-action revolvers, mostly because of their triggers, and they also come with higher capacity. But the revolvers today are not the same as back before the auto-pistol became the dominant defensive gun.The New Model 386 Night Guard revolver from Lipsey’s is a seven-shot, weighing only 24 ounces, and it can handle .357 Magnum ammo, which is a more powerful…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! No one will struggle to keep warm amid an historic heat wave gripping the eastern U.S.But how about keeping “your comrade warm?”No. You’re not back in the USSR.But you might be in the Democratic party.SOCIALISTS SWEEP NYC AS AMERICANS BALK AT MOVEMENT’S BRUTAL CATCH: ‘TALK TO IMMIGRANTS’ “You deserve to make sure that your international comrades are actually working with you and getting the benefits that you that you all deserve,” said Democratic New York House nominee Darializa Avila Chevalier at a union rally in New York City.”Half of the people here…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An appeals court on Thursday ruled that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot detain immigrants for more than 90 days without giving them an opportunity to seek release on bond while their deportation proceedings are pending.In a 2-1 ruling, the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sided against the administration, potentially affecting thousands of immigrants who have been detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in states within the court ‘s jurisdiction, including Texas and Louisiana.Judge Leslie Southwick, writing for the majority, said the U.S. Supreme Court found in 2001 that the…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked Philadelphia from enforcing against federal officers a law that restricted law enforcement officers’ use of masks, concealed identification and unmarked vehicles.U.S. District Judge Chad Kenney, issued a preliminary injunction blocking Philadelphia from enforcing the mask ban and other restrictions against federal officers before they are set to take effect on Tuesday.The judge ruled that the city cannot determine how federal officers conduct operations, siding with the Justice Department, which sued last month and argued the measure was a “blatantly unconstitutional” attempt to regulate federal agents.”When the…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, backyard barbecues and home-cooked meals remain at the heart of many Independence Day traditions.A new Fox Nation special, “American Kitchen: An America 250 BBQ,” celebrates those flavors with patriotic recipes, grilling inspiration and dishes that reflect the country’s diverse culinary traditions. Premiering July 3, the special features decorated U.S. Army veteran and celebrity chef Andre Rush alongside chef David Burke, with appearances by chef Robert Irvine, as they showcase classic American cooking and Fourth of July favorites.GEORGE WASHINGTON’S 1757 BEER RECIPE BROUGHT BACK TO LIFE…

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Croatia thought their FIFA World Cup hopes were still alive when they scored the game-tying goal just before the end of stoppage time in the second half.But a VAR review said Mario Pasalic was offside, and it was Portugal moving on instead.Gonçalo Ramos’ goal just minutes earlier — a beautiful header into the back of the net in the 94th minute — was the decider in this 2-1 victory for Portugal. And it was only the second time in Portuguese World Cup history the nation needed to come from behind to win,…