War in Ukraine, Analytics. Day 1055: Whom Are Ukrainians Fleeing From? Putin or Their Own Governmnt?
There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates […]
Electric Vehicle Batteries and Fire Cleanup: a Bizarre Premise
In the wake of disastrous fires in Los Angeles, communities grapple not only with the physical destruction left behind but also with a barrage of narratives that attempt to explain the challenges of cleanup. A recent NBC News article takes aim at electric vehicles (EVs), suggesting that the lithium-ion batteries they use pose an outsized […]
Secretary of State-designate Marco Rubio with Craig Melvin of NBC Today
QUESTION: Now to that first official member of President Trump’s cabinet. As Peter mentioned, the Senate voted unanimously on Inauguration Day to confirm Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, making him the first Latino to become this country’s top diplomat. Secretary Rubio joins us now. Mr. Secretary, congratulations. Good morning to you, first […]
War in Ukraine, Analytics. Day 1062: Serious Shocks Are Awaiting Ukraine. Arestovych, Feldman
There is a lot of pro-Putin bias in the Western world. We aim to dispel this “macho” propaganda and reveal true colors of his regime: murder, intimidation, industrialized kleptocracy and well-funded russian fascism propaganda machines. We were born in Russia, we have lost friends to this murderer… we see how he “zombifies” most and intimidates […]
Mistakes in LA Cost Pacific Palisades Billions in Fire Damage
As the flames raged through Pacific Palisades, consuming homes and threatening lives, firefighters faced an unthinkable crisis: empty hydrants. The uphill reservoir that once fed the lifeblood of firefighting efforts had been drained, leaving crews without the water pressure to battle the advancing inferno. It was not a natural disaster that sealed the fate of […]
Bizarre and Counterintuitive Revolution of Electric Aviation
The aviation industry is embarking on a bold transformation that could change the way we think about air travel forever. Electric aviation, once a concept relegated to sci-fi fantasies, is now gaining momentum thanks to environmental concerns, advancements in technology, and a strong business case. This shift isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a revolution that could […]
On the Release of the 2023 Country Reports on Terrorism
The Department of State has issued the 2023 Country Reports on Terrorism (CRT), which provide a detailed look at how the counterterrorism environment and associated threats have evolved over the past year, fulfilling an important Congressional mandate. Each year, the CRT provides insight on important issues in the fight against terrorism and helps the United […]
U.S.-Singapore Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement Enters into Force
Today, the Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy (“123 Agreement”) between the United States and Singapore entered into force. This agreement enables deeper nuclear cooperation, consistent with the highest international standards of safety, security, and nonproliferation, and builds on our existing strong bilateral partnership. Cooperation opens new opportunities for exploring advanced clean […]
Why Agriculture Needs Sustainable Energy
Why Agriculture Needs Sustainable Energy: Electric Tractors and Crop-Spraying Airplanes as the Starting Point Agriculture is the backbone of human civilization. It provides essential resources like food, textiles, and biofuels. But this critical industry has a dark side: it significantly contributes to global environmental challenges. Agriculture accounts for nearly 24% of global greenhouse gas emissions, […]
Pursuing Visa Restrictions for Individuals Involved in Undermining Democracy in Georgia
The Department of State is announcing additional action today under the visa restriction policy that prohibits visa issuance to those who are responsible for, or complicit in, undermining democracy in Georgia. Today’s action will affect approximately twenty individuals, including individuals serving as government ministers and in Parliament, law enforcement and security officials, and private citizens. […]