Sputnik | “The intensity of Russian airstrikes in Syria fell significantly in the past two days.”

Zero Hedge | Transcripts of phone calls that allegedly took place between Turkish military officers and Mustafa Demir, the ISIS commander.

Techdirt | House Speaker Paul Ryan is apparently none too pleased about the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement.

Says billionaire businessman acts like he has all the answers but “zero” realistic solutions to the problems facing the nation.

TechDirt | Over the years, the nation’s courts have moved towards recognizing First Amendment protections for citizens who film public servants carrying out public duties.

The Hill | Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is within 1 point of Ted Cruz in Cruz’s home state, according to a poll released Wednesday.

The Intercept | Apple has objected to or otherwise challenged at least 12 government requests.

The US and Russia reached an agreement on a Syrian nationwide ceasefire plan.