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Build Infrastructure Not Bombs

Meteorology SueInCa - January 25, 2011 9

Because the US and California put off doing today what can be done tomorrow, 45% of the nations' fruits and vegetable is now gone and most of California's water supply - contaminated.

“War and Peace”, sans Tolstoy

Biology whatsthatsound - January 6, 2011 54

"My own suspicion is that the Universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose." -J.B.S. Haldane, geneticist and...

21st Century Real Estate

Astronomy dildenusa - April 18, 2010 25

In July of 1969 I was eighteen years old and a United States Air Force mechanic stationed at Luke Air Force Base outside Phoenix...

I Think, Therefore I’m Nuts!

Biology whatsthatsound - March 16, 2010 78

And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them,That the sons...

Stage 1: Unity ruminations

Astronomy FrankenPC - March 5, 2010 16

I recently saw a vid on why we haven't encountered any signs of intelligent life in the universe. I can't cite any reference on...

First Planet Pop Quiz

Chemistry KQµårk 死神 - February 3, 2010 5

OK I get the feeling some of you did not do your home work so here is a pop quiz. Who is Ruckusium and what...

Periodic Table of Dangerous Elements

Chemistry KQµårk 死神 - February 2, 2010 29

The Planet now has it's very own political parody of the Periodic Table. I first want to thank everyone who helped me with the...

UPDATE #2: NEW! Periodic Table of Criminal Elements

Chemistry KQµårk 死神 - January 31, 2010 99

I need your help because my ideas are drying up. This is what I have so far and I've thought of about a dozen...

You Can Run Scientific Experiments in Your Own Home

Astronomy KQµårk 死神 - January 23, 2010 13

One of the things I found out about years ago that too many people have not heard of today is how you can use...

Dark Matter (WIMPS) the other Holy Grail in Particle Physics

Astronomy KQµårk 死神 - January 1, 2010 90

The Higgs Boson aka the "God Particle" is the talk of the popular science community now because billions and billions of Euros were spend...

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Europe to Hold Talks With Iran on Friday

The continent’s most important leaders are divided over Israel’s conduct and filled with fears about a spiraling regional conflict. [...]

In Crisis With Iran, U.S. Military Officials Focus on Strait of Hormuz

Pentagon officials are trying to prepare for all of the ways Iran could retaliate, as President Trump hints at what he might do. [...]

Record Debt Limit Increase Would Break Republican Precedent

A proposed $5 trillion debt limit increase could make it hard for Republicans to maintain their fiscal hawk credibility. [...]

‘Little Lobbyists’ Urge Senators to Oppose Trump’s Bill Cutting Medicaid

Children with disabilities and their parents who rely on the health insurance program took to Capitol Hill this week to warn that the proposed reductions could be ‘devastating.’ [...]

Fed’s Interest-Rate Approach Keeps It on Collision Course With Trump

The central bank signals little urgency to cut interest rates despite demands from President Trump for lower borrowing costs. [...]

William G. Young, a Reagan-Appointed Judge, Is Fast-Tracking Trump to Trial

Judge William G. Young’s long career has been punctuated by high-profile cases and outspoken advocacy for the judiciary’s value and fact-finding power. [...]

U.S. v. Skrmetti: How the Transgender Rights Movement Bet on the Supreme Court and Lost

The inside story of the case that could set the movement back a generation. [...]

What to Know About United States v. Skrmetti

A Times examination shows how a landmark case about gender-affirming care for minors was built on flawed politics and uncertain science. [...]

China Is Hacking Russia to Steal War Secrets

Since the war in Ukraine began, analysts have monitored a series of intrusions aimed at stealing information about weaponry and warfighting. [...]

No Rock Stars, No Mercedes: A Russian Expo Shows the Cost of Divorce With the West

The annual economic forum in St. Petersburg used to yield multibillion-dollar deals and feature performances by global music stars. With the war in Ukraine still raging, the mood has shifted. [...]

How Kyrsten Sinema's decision makes Democrats' 2024 Senate map tighter

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema decided to shake up the political world on Friday by becoming an independent. The former Democrat is still caucusing with the party in the Senate, so the Democratic caucus still has 51 members. Now, instead of 49 Democrats and two independents within their ranks, the caucus has 48 Democrats and three independents. [...]

Meet the woman steering Biden's bipartisan winning streak on Capitol Hill

The Biden administration managed to rack up a long list of major legislative wins in its first two years despite facing one of the most closely-divided Congresses in history. From bipartisan action on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marriage to party-line bills tackling climate change and expanding health care coverage, it's a record President Joe Biden and Democrats on the ballot were all eager to tout on the campaign trail during the midterms. [...]

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian. [...]

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics. [...]

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out. [...]

The notable legal clouds that continue to hang over Donald Trump

All eyes are on former President Donald Trump, who has launched another White House bid. [...]

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Let's start with the positive: Republicans and Democrats are coming together to protect same-sex marriage from the Supreme Court. [...]

Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program

President Joe Biden's federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, is on hold indefinitely as legal challenges work their way through the courts. [...]

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'I was lying in bed... The ceiling fell in': At the scene of Israeli hospital hit by Iran strike

A hospital in the Israeli town of Beersheba was hit as Iran fired a barrage of missiles at the country. [...]

Israel strikes unfinished Arak heavy water reactor in Iran

The Israeli military says it targeted the reactor's core seal to stop it being used for "nuclear weapons development". [...]

Air India says one engine on crashed plane was new

The plane that crashed last week had a "clean" engine history, the airline's chairman told a TV channel. [...]

Trump ends funding for LGBTQ youth option on national suicide hotline

The Trevor Project, an organisation involved in the service, called the change "incomprehensible". [...]

Mexico begins clean-up after hurricane Erick hits southern coast

Category 3 storm causes power cuts, some damage and floods, with forecasters predicting it will dissipate by Friday. [...]

At least 12 Palestinians killed waiting for aid in Gaza, say medics

It is the latest in almost daily shootings near aid sites in Gaza, which have left hundreds dead overall. [...]

Moment SpaceX rocket explodes into massive fireball

A live stream has captured the moment a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded when preparing for a flight test in Texas on Wednesday. [...]

Police ban Budapest Pride march, but mayor vows it will go ahead

It's the latest twist in a cat-and-mouse confrontation between the government and Hungary's LGBTQ community. [...]

Israel-Iran: How did latest conflict start and where could it lead?

The exchange of fire continues as Donald Trump reportedly considers joining Israel's campaign against Iran. [...]

Armenia's PM accuses head of Church of fathering child in febrile political row

The spat threatens to split society, affect elections and harm peace with neighbouring Azerbaijan. [...]

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Periodic Table of Dangerous Elements

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