By infusing tens of billions of dollars’ worth of military aid into Ukraine, NATO produced a “game-changing” dynamic designed to throw Russia off balance. By undertaking the referendums in Kherson, Zaporozhye, Donetsk, and Lugansk, Russia changed the game altogether. The ancient Greeks spoke of lemma as representing a logical premise, …
Read More »The big eco dilemma: How rare earth metals have become a thorn in the side of the green agenda
You may not be aware of the significance of rare-earth metals (or rare-earth elements) but you should be. They are a specific set of 17 extremely similar heavy metals, and are integral to modern electric and electronic technology, specifically renewable energy, computers, lasers, glass, magnets and various industrial processes. But …
Read More »Moscow’s dilemma: As Delta strain batters Russian capital, politicians & businesses count cost of Covid-19, but on different terms
Last week, tough new rules came into force in the Russian capital, effectively banning much of the city’s population from entering hospitality and entertainment venues. Would-be customers must present the unique QR code given to them by the local authority, or else be turned away at the door. Only those …
Read More »The Chinese dilemma
The Chinese government is the question – to suppress the protests in Hong Kong, or to make concessions? Judging by the armoured personnel carriers that accumulate near the border, they are preparing for a “strong move”. Still, it’s stupid, which were smart enough to avoid. The crisis had some time …
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