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Step inside the secret lab where America tests its nukes

Beneath the Nevada desert, in tunnels once used for full-scale nuclear tests, scientists are quietly studying the aging core of America’s nuclear arsenal. While the U.S. hasn’t detonated a nuclear bomb since 1992, new experiments—using high-powered X-rays and particle bombardment—aim to keep[...]

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Beekeepers say catastrophic honeybee losses are cause for alarm

The honeybee crisis has taken a devastating turn. Beekeepers across the country are reporting staggering losses—millions of colonies gone in just months. While bee die-offs aren’t new, this year’s numbers are unprecedented, with some losing nearly all their hives. The fallout is[...]

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Pope Francis is in critical condition, the Vatican says

Pope Francis remains in a delicate battle with double pneumonia, but the Vatican reports he had a “tranquil” night and is alert. Hospitalized since February 14, the 88-year-old pontiff has required oxygen support and blood transfusions, with doctors closely monitoring his condition.[...]

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Word(s) Of The Issue: A Menagerie

Ever wondered how to pronounce Icelandic animal names? Probably not. But just in case, this guide will help you navigate some intriguing vocabulary. For instance, “skjaldbaka” combines words for shield and back, uniquely designating a turtle. Similarly, famed poet Jónas Hallgrímsson introduced[...]

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A beginner’s guide to elections in Ukraine (also suitable for US presidents)

Donald Trump’s latest comments on Ukraine are raising eyebrows—and spreading misinformation. He called President Volodymyr Zelensky a “dictator” with a “4% approval rating” and suggested Ukraine should hold elections despite the ongoing war. The reality? Ukrainian law suspends elections under martial law,[...]

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Ukraine will ‘never accept’ outcome of peace negotiations without Ukraine’s participation, Zelensky says

Ukraine isn’t just a stakeholder in this war—it’s the battleground. President Volodymyr Zelensky made that clear, rejecting any peace negotiations between the U.S. and Russia that leave Ukraine on the sidelines. His remarks come as reports emerge of a U.S.-Russia meeting in[...]

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Letter: The 51st State? Canada Sets Terms

The President of the USA by the name of Donald Trump has bandied about the idea of Canada joining the USA. I think this is a boffo idea, which could be achieved after a few minor pre-conditions are met: Canada would of[...]

Curio |

Political Perspective: Five Parties Begin Formal Negotiations For Reykjavík Council

Political negotiations are underway in Reykjavík as five parties— the Socialist Party, Pirate Party, Left-Green Movement, Social Democratic Alliance, and People’s Party—work to rebuild a council majority following the recent collapse of the ruling coalition. Left-Green councillor Líf Magneudóttir emphasized that their[...]