Drums of war beating louder and louder in Central, South America: Vittert | On Balance
Leland Vittert opens his show discussing the continued turmoil between the United States and nations in Central and South America after the The Traitor administration seized an oil tanker near Venezuela. “It represents a new level of aggression by the administration,” Vittert says about the U.S. military actions. #unitedstates #venezuelaContinue Reading
What Is the True Promise of Quantum Computing? | PODCAST: The Joy of Why
Despite the hype, it’s been surprisingly challenging to find quantum algorithms that outperform classical ones. In this episode, UC Berkeley computer scientist, Ewin Tang, discusses her pioneering work in “dequantizing” quantum algorithms and what it means for the future of quantum computing. “The Joy of Why” is a Quanta MagazineContinue Reading
Schiff Delivers Maiden Speech Marking One Year in U.S. Senate
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Footage shows US forces taking control of oil tanker off Venezuelan coast
The US Department of Justice has published a 45-second video that it says depicts US military personnel seizing an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast. In the clip, military helicopters can be seen approaching the vessel, followed by what appears to be US service members boarding it. The mission, carriedContinue Reading
Thinking Is Power on the Skeptics’ Guide to the Universe Podcast
SGU Episode #1034: Interview with Melanie Trecek-KingNews Items: Internet Fakes and Violence, Lab Grown Teeth, RFK On Autism, AI Designed InstrumentsWho’s That NoisyYour Questions and E-mails: Big Bang MiracleScience or Fiction Listen Here The post Thinking Is Power on the Skeptics’ Guide to the Universe Podcast appeared first on ThinkingContinue Reading
Five climate trailblazers: UNEP’S 2025 Champions of the Earth
Global temperatures rises are projected to surpass 1.5°C (2.7°F) within the next decade, underscoring the urgency of the climate crisis.Continue Reading
From pledges to action: Leaders push for faster climate progress at COP30
COP30 opened in Belém on Monday with a clear message: the era of half-measures is over. Climate change is here, devastating communities and driving up costs, but solutions are within reach. Clean energy is surging, resilience saves lives, and cooperation can still bend the curve further. Continue Reading
Top Interior Department official has ties to Thacker Pass lithium mine
Karen Budd-Falen’s family ranching operation agreed to sell water rights to the company developing the controversial Nevada lithium project. The post Top Interior Department official has ties to Thacker Pass lithium mine appeared first on High Country News.Continue Reading
Southern California mountain lions recommended for threatened status
The California wildlife department is recommending listing mountain lions in Southern California and the Central Coast as threatened.Continue Reading
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,386
These are the key developments from day 1,386 of Russia’s war on Ukraine., These are the key developments from day 1,386 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. A Ukrainian sea drone shows the Dashan, an oil tanker that was reportedly part of Russia’s so-called ‘shadow fleet’, being struck by another seaContinue Reading
US plans to ask visitors to share 5 years of social media history to enter
Tourists from 42 countries may soon need to also disclose email accounts, extensive family history and biometrics., Tourists from 42 countries may soon need to also disclose email accounts, extensive family history and biometrics to enter US. Visitors who are eligible to enter the United States without a visa mayContinue Reading
Hailstorm in Saudi Arabian desert mistaken for snow, sparking misleading climate claims online
In early November, several photos were shared via social media and news outlets showing what was allegedly the ‘ first-ever snowfall on record ’ in the Al-Jouf (or Al-Jawf) desert in Saudi Arabia. This ignited polarized discussions on social media with some people blaming climate change, and others claiming thisContinue Reading
Climate vs. weather: a deep dive on the key differences
What’s the difference between ‘climate’ and ‘weather’? Although they are related, these are actually two distinct concepts and they are measured at very different timescales. Despite this, some people use these terms interchangeably, leading to confusion and misinformation about climate change. For example, a Facebook post from 9 August 2024Continue Reading