Osiris-Rex: Nasa confirms return of asteroid Bennu samples
“One of the most important parts of a sample-return mission is we take 75% of that sample and we’re going to lock it away for future generations, for people who…
Canada row over parliament praise for Ukrainian Nazi war veteran
Mr Rota said that “no one, including fellow parliamentarians and the Ukraine delegation, was aware of my intention or of my remarks before I delivered them. This initiative was entirely…
Woman’s body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified
A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal.
Biles criticises black Irish girl’s medal snub
Four-time Olympic champion Simone Biles says “there is no room for racism in any sport” after a video went viral on social media of a black girl not being given…
Canada-India row puts spotlight on Sikh activism in UK
“The Sikh community has integrated into British society and is known for its educational attainment and its seva (selfless service),” says Jagbir Jhutti Johal OBE, professor of Sikh Studies at…
Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate
BloomX’s other product is “Crossbee”, a handheld tool for collecting and spreading sticky pollen grains between avocado trees. To date the equipment is being used in South America, South Africa,…
A Deal in Hollywood
A writers’ strike has frozen Hollywood for months. Studios delayed the production of TV shows and movies, including fan favorites like “Stranger Things” and new “Star Wars” films. Organizers postponed…
First Abrams Tanks Arrive in Ukraine, U.S. Officials Say
The first American-made Abrams tanks have been delivered to Ukraine, two U.S. defense officials said, arriving months ahead of initial estimates and in time to be used in Kyiv’s counteroffensive…
Studios and Writers Reached a Deal. Here’s What Happens Next.
The Writers Guild of America reached a tentative deal with top entertainment companies on a new contract, ending one of Hollywood’s longest labor disputes and moving the industry closer to…
Quelle Surprise! Bank Too Big to Fail Problem Not Solved as Lobbyists Scheme to Make It Worse | naked capitalism
Yves here. Simon Johnson, former IMF Chief Economist and now a professor at MIT’s Sloan School, provides an update on the state of Too Big to Fail. The short version…