Category: World
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Russia Suspends Notifications Required Under “New Start Treaty” on Nuclear Weapons
The Kremlin has recently announced the suspension of all notifications that are required under the “New Start Treaty”. This treaty, which was signed in 2010, involves negotiations between Russia and the United States to reduce their nuclear weapon arsenals. The treaty requires both countries to exchange data about their respective arsenals, and sets a limit of 1,550 deployed strategic nuclear warheads and 800 deployed and non-deployed missile launchers and bombers for each country.
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Joe Biden’s Tense Exchange with Conservative Reporter Highlights the Importance of Respectful Dialogue and Transparent Governance in a Polarized Society
US President Joe Biden has ended a press conference with Argentine President Alberto Fernandez in an unusual and potentially concerning way, by urging reporters to “not get hurt leaving” the event.
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Prince Harry’s Public Remarks and Legal Battles: A Reflection on the Role of the Royal Family in a Changing World
Megyn Kelly, the host of The Megyn Kelly Show, has criticized Prince Harry for continually “lobbing grenades” at the royal family, and for his recent public remarks in the lead-up to the King’s coronation.
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Taiwan’s President to Meet US House Speaker Amid Chinese Opposition: The Importance of Strengthening Diplomatic Ties in a Rapidly Changing Global Landscape
China has warned Taiwan’s President, Tsai Ing-wen, against meeting senior American officials as she heads to the United States on a diplomatic mission. Despite the warning, Ing-wen has vowed to stand firm and not bow to external pressure from China.
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Building Resilience to Address Climate Change: The Impact of Severe Winter Weather on California’s Trucking Industry and Communities
The recent severe winter weather in California, with record-breaking snowfall and extreme cold, has once again highlighted the need for greater resilience and adaptation to the impacts of climate change. The severity of this winter weather event is unprecedented and has caught many people off-guard. Not only have residents been hit hard, but the trucking industry has also been affected by the severe conditions, with many deliveries delayed or cancelled.
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The Myth of the Sea of Verrazzano: An Example of Inaccurate Maps and the Power of Myth and Legend in Exploring North America
Maps have long been a crucial tool in the exploration and understanding of the world. However, not all maps are created equal, and over time, many have been found to be inaccurate or even outright false.
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Addressing the Complex Issue of Homelessness in Australia: A Call for Urgent Action
Around 116,000 people are currently experiencing homelessness in Australia. This sobering statistic is one that weighs heavily on the mind of many Australians, particularly when visiting large public venues like the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), which has a seating capacity of approximately 110-120,000.
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Sussexes waged a battle they were ‘never going to win’
As Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to navigate their new roles outside of the Royal Family, it seems that they have struggled in their battle against the institution they sought to challenge.
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Investors ‘very spooked’ by ‘banking crisis’
The banking crisis that has been plaguing both the United States and Europe for the past few years has left investors feeling rather spooked.