New Today -- 18 October 2017

Perspective

The conspiracy to censor the Internet

US intelligence agencies, media outlets and Democratic Party operatives are turning the witch-hunt against Russia into the justification for a far-reaching attack on free speech.

News & Analysis

US admiral must "imagine the unimagined:" All-out war with North Korea

The comment from Admiral Harry Harris, who is centrally responsible for preparing US forces for conflict with North Korea, is the latest threat against Pyongyang.

Iraqi forces seize back more Kurdish-held territory

Jailing of separatist leaders sparks protest demonstrations in Catalonia

Trump's pick for Drug Czar forced to step down after expose

Florida Governor declares state of emergency ahead of speech by white supremacist

Ontario-wide community college teachers on strike

Thousands continue to suffer in the wake of Mexico's earthquakes

Washington threatens to escalate sanctions in wake of Venezuelan regional elections

Kenyan government bans demonstrations ahead of October 26 election re-run

US ambassador intervenes in New Zealand's political crisis

Australian university unions divide opposition to sell-out deals

Arts Review

Star Trek: DiscoveryThe latest incarnation of the popular science fiction series

Science

Neutron star merger observed through gravitational waves and light