Australia Has Lessons for Los Angeles as It Rebuilds—and Prepares for the Next Fire
Yes, the L.A. blazes were worsened by climate change. But that doesn’t mean people are powerless.
Day: February 19, 2025
‘I think it’s too late’: More than 150 whales stranded in Tasmania
More than 150 false killer whales have been stranded on a remote beach in Tasmania.
Trump and Musk awkwardly called ‘two brothers’ as they seek to justify DOGE cuts in joint Fox News interview
The president has previously been trolled with claims that he is only a co-president – or that Musk himself is the one really in charge
‘Incredibly irresponsible’: WH press secretary slams senator for blaming Donald Trump on Canada plane crash
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt criticises senator Chuck Schumer for attributing the Delta Air Lines crash in Toronto to President Trump’s FAA workforce cuts. Leavitt clarifies that Canadian air-traffic controllers managed the flight and d…
2/18: CBS Evening News Plus
Breaking down Trump’s Ukraine comments; judge’s DOGE ruling
‘They Have A Lot More Money’: Trump Questions $21 Million Fund For Voter Turnout In India
In February 2025, former US President Donald Trump questioned the allocation of $21 million to India for voter turnout initiatives, which was cancelled by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk. Trump stated that India is a growing economy with high taxation rates and doesn’t need such financial support.Trump, while at his Mar-a-Lago residence, said, "Why are we
U.S. and Russia Pursue Partnership in a Head-Spinning Shift in Relations
submitted by /u/truss-issues [link] [comments]
Qatar Commits $10 Billion Investment In India, Target Set For Doubling Bilateral Trade By 2030
Following the visit of Qatar’s Amir, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar has committed to investing $10 billion USD in India, with the aim of doubling bilateral trade by 2030.Key Details of the Agreement:The investment will target sectors such as infrastructure, technology, and manufacturing. Qatar is also exploring opportunities to increase investments in food security, logistics, and
Brazil charges former president Jair Bolsonaro over alleged coup plot – Financial Times
Brazil charges former president Jair Bolsonaro over alleged coup plot Financial TimesBrazil Charges Bolsonaro With Attempting a Coup The New York TimesJair Bolsonaro charged over alleged far-right coup plot to seize power in Brazi…
3D Map of Exoplanet Atmosphere Shows Wacky Climate
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Ars Technica: Astronomers have detected over 5,800 confirmed exoplanets. One extreme class is ultra-hot Jupiters, of particular interest because they can provide a unique window into planetary atmospheric dynami…