2024-04-19 08:54:15
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In this episode, Rachel Loxton is joined by journalists Imogen Goodman and Paul Krantz. Our sound engineer is Rhys Edwards.
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Bavaria takes a stand against Germany’s cannabis legalisation:
Germany’s new self-determination law passed by parliament and the planned rule changes for double surnames:
Commission urges German government to make abortion officially legal in first trimester:
Transport Minister threatens weekend driving bans, and the plans for new climate rules:
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The United States Exposed A Significant Increase In…
US Intelligence Report Reveals Increased Military Shipments from China to Russia Amid Ukraine Conflict
In the midst of the ongoing war in Ukraine, a recent intelligence report prepared by the United States has exposed a significant increase in military shipments from China to Russia. The report indicates that the cooperation between China and Russia on the military level has been growing closer, leading to a surge in the delivery of machinery, microelectronics, and various other types of technology to Moscow.
The document highlights that thanks to this collaboration, the Kremlin has been able to maintain its production of missiles, tanks, planes, and other weapons used in its offensives in Ukraine. In 2023, a striking 90% of the microelectronics utilized in Russia for artillery manufacturing originated from China, while nearly 70% of the USD 900 million spent on importing machine tools in the last quarter of the year were also sourced from Beijing. Sales of semiconductors between the two countries skyrocketed from USD 200 million in 2021 to over USD 500 million in 2022.
Several companies have been identified as part of these supply chains, including North China Research Institute of Electro-Optics, Wuhan Global Sensor Technology Co.,
How Was Guardiolas Record Against Real Madrid?
Apr 18, 2024, 10:51 am ET Manchester City was eliminated on penalties by Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinals
After one more chapter of the “rivalry” Pep Guardiola vs Real Madrid. The DT, extraction Barcelonaremains one of the technicians who has rarely lost with the merengue team.
If there is something that the current coach of the City is to have a very favorable balance against the Madrid team, whom they were now unable to eliminate in the quarterfinals of this season Champions Leagueat the Etihad Stadium.
In history, commanding Barcelona, Bayern Munich y Manchester CityGuardiola has collided with the Real Madrid on 25 occasions. Balance? Very favorable for the strategist.
There are 13 victories for six draws and just six defeats, numbers that put the Spanish helmsman as a big favorite over those led by Carlo Ancelotti.
It was as a coach of the Barcelona with whom he faced Madrid the most times, beating them nine times, drawing four and only suffering two setbacks.
Directing the Bayern Munichonly faced the meringues twice in the Champions League and there things did not go well for him as he suffered a couple of setbacks.
Vietnams Biggest Wishes For ASEAN
Faced with increasing instability stemming from competition between great powers, it is not surprising that Vietnam wants to focus on the future of ASEAN. Since joining the Association, Vietnam has been able to integrate in all aspects such as politics – security, economics, society – culture with the remaining ASEAN members.
With nearly 30 years of membership in ASEAN, Vietnam hopes that ASEAN will always be united and be able to respond to changes in both the regional and international context. As history has proven, ASEAN still has the ability to reduce tensions and promote cooperative efforts among member countries as well as dialogue partners. As a member of the ASEAN “family”, each country has a voice and can persuade the remaining members of the “family”, thereby forming the necessary consensus, contributing to further consolidate and strengthen the central role of ASEAN.
Mr. Kavi Chongkittavorn, Senior Fellow, Institute of Security and International Studies, Chulalongkorn University (Thailand). (Photo: VGP)
Consensus is natural
Critics often blame ASEAN for lacking quick responses and remedies when dealing with crises. As a non-military organization with the clear goal of promoting peace and prosperity, it is natural for ASEAN to reach consensus before committing to any goal.
A NASA Employee Warned: Starlink Satellites Could Poison…
A former NASA physicist has warned that mega-satellite networks such as Elon Musk’s Starlink could disrupt the Earth’s magnetosphere and expose all of humanity to deadly cosmic rays.
Dr. Sierra Solter-Hunt claims that the satellites burn through the Earth’s atmosphere with more than 1.3 tons of satellite debris every hour, creating a metal layer of “carrier particles” in orbit.
According to the last estimate made by astronomers this March, 5,504 Starlink satellites are currently in orbit and 5,442 of them are operational. However, tens of thousands more are planned to be launched.EARTH MAY SUFFER A MARS EVENT
Former NASA physicist Solter-Hunt said particles from these satellites at the end of their life cycles could “disrupt or trap the magnetic field” of Earth’s atmosphere.
Although he noted that this was a “real case,” a layer of charged metal dust could lead to “atmospheric erosion” similar to what happened to Mars and Mercury.
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Accident At The Historical Rally In Umava. A…
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The accident happened on Friday evening near Předslav in the Klatovsk region. MČR rally director Jiří Valenta confirmed to Novinkám that there was an accident on the track.
“It was a speed test of historic cars. In view of the event, we have canceled the rest of the competition for Friday,” he said. He didn’t want to talk about what specifically happened. The police took over the case.
According to the findings of Novinek, a competitor from abroad crashed. A female passenger was also in the car with him. The ambulance arrived shortly before 9 p.m. Its spokeswoman Mária Svobodová specified that the 52-year-old patient had very serious injuries and was transported by helicopter to the emergency department of the Pilsen University Hospital.
“The 55-year-old woman suffered moderate injuries and was conscious. An ambulance took her to a medical facility,” she added.
The organizers of the Šumava Rally wrote in a press release that teams from seventeen European countries had arrived in Klatovsk.
USA, Biden Wants To Triple Duties On Chinese…
US President Joe Biden has called for tripling tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium, citing “unfair competition” and seeking to win blue-collar votes in November elections. “Chinese policies and subsidies to the domestic steel and aluminum industries cause high-quality U.S. products to be undercut,” the White House said, adding that the U.S. Trade Representative is also launching a investigation into China’s business practices in the shipbuilding, shipping and logistics sectors.
The White House denounced “China’s policies and subsidies to its steel and aluminum industries,” according to a press release. Joe Biden, who hopes to be re-elected in November, has invited his United States Trade Representative (USTR) to “consider tripling the current tariffs”, which average 7.5% and are taxes on certain Chinese steel and aluminum products imported into the United States.
The Democratic president wants to convince citizens that he is the best ally of workers and unions and will visit the headquarters of the metalworkers’ union (USW) in Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania). He recently won their electoral support, notably through his opposition to the takeover of the American steel giant US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel. At the same time, the USW rejected the Republican candidate, former President Donald Trump,
Visiting The Carrefour Lonard Construction Site, Minister Lydia…
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“All the local authorities concerned and the Brussels-Capital Region have been informed of the progress of the work at the Léonard crossroads,” repeated the Flemish Minister of Mobility. “There was no communication problem, the AWV (the Flemish public works agency) continually speaks to the appropriate people. Some may have been a little casual about this, but that has been corrected over the last couple of weeks.”
For the minister, there was therefore adequate consultation between the different stakeholders. “There was clear communication at Brussels Mobility from February. Perhaps it was treated with nonchalance,” Lydia Peeters nevertheless specifies. “Anyway, over the last two weeks there has been great momentum to put in place sufficient diversions and signage in the Brussels-Capital Region as well.”
Carrefour Léonard: “Certain employees had the information, but not the details”, defends the minister
The same story is heard within the Flemish public works agency. “There were meetings on deviations. But we have not received official approval from Brussels Mobility,
University Of Southern California Cancels Commencement Speakers And…
The University’s Controversial Decision: Exploring the Implications An Unprecedented Move Sparks Criticism
The University of Southern California (USC) finds itself in the midst of a heated controversy following its recent decision to exclude outside speakers and honorees from its main commencement program. Among those affected are Jon M. Chu, director of the acclaimed movie “Crazy Rich Asians,” and tennis legend Billie Jean King. The announcement comes after USC faced backlash over its selection of valedictorian Asna Tabassum, a first-generation Muslim student.
Traditionally, valedictorians deliver a memorable commencement address, symbolizing academic excellence and representing the aspirations of the graduating class. However, USC’s breaking of this tradition has caused turbulence within the university community.
Religious and Political Tensions
The controversy surrounding Asna Tabassum’s selection as valedictorian stems from objections raised by campus Jewish organizations. These groups pointed to a pro-Palestinian social media link shared by Ms. Tabassum, who hails from a South Asian background. Concerns were voiced that her selection would disrupt the commencement ceremony and hinder a safe and harmonious environment.
In response to the uproar, USC officials cited security concerns as the primary reason for canceling Ms. Tabassum’s speech. However, the biomedical engineering major expressed shock and profound disappointment at the decision,