It has been over a year since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic. And perhaps the most important lesson is that we were completely unprepared to face the debilitating virus.
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Nov 15, 2021
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A US federal judge on Thursday ruled against Blue Origin brought by Jeff Bezos' company in a bid to overturn a NASA contract awarded to rival SpaceX, founded by Elon Musk, to build the next craft for Moon landings.
Space Exploration
Nov 4, 2021
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In the United States, politically appointed officials make decisions on the procurement of goods and services from the public purse that benefit the incumbent president. New research from the University of Gothenburg now ...
Economics & Business
Sep 23, 2021
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Blue Origin, the space company owned by Jeff Bezos, is suing the US government over its decision to award a massive Moon exploration contract to its competitor SpaceX, it said in a statement Monday.
Space Exploration
Aug 17, 2021
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When it wants to promote democracy in other countries, the U.S. has several options, ranging from foreign democracy aid and economic sanctions to military intervention. But, what do North Americans think about these different ...
Political science
Nov 17, 2020
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A strong 6.4 magnitude earthquake that struck south of Puerto Rico early Tuesday killed at least one person, according to local media, as a series of tremors caused widespread damage across the US territory.
Environment
Jan 7, 2020
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US President Donald Trump vowed "substantial" retaliation against France on Friday for a tax targeting US tech giants, threatening to slap tariffs on French wine and blasting President Emmanuel Macron's "foolishness."
Economics & Business
Jul 26, 2019
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For more than a century, scientists have scoured the known universe for signs of extraterrestrial life, an endeavor that has thus far proved fruitless—unless you believe the US government is hiding aliens at a remote base ...
Other
Jul 17, 2019
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A government report this month highlighted the frequency of computer outages at airlines, which can stop passengers from checking in for flights, and even prevent planes from taking off.
Business
Jun 30, 2019
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The US Department of Energy has moved to block its scientists from participating in China's controversial "Thousand Talents" program in order to protect US competitive strengths and national security.
Other
Jun 13, 2019
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