10 Biggest & Dumbest Ecocides in History
We humans see ourselves as the alpha beings on this planet—the rulers and protectors. But every now and then, our own incompetence and foolishness reveal themselves, showing us that we are nothing more than a danger to ourselves and the planet. Here are some of the most horrible disasters caused by human activity.
Putin’s Craziest Cheerleader
Those familiar with Dmitry Medvedev’s social media posts can’t help wondering if he’s gone mad, delirious, or just pretending. 🤪The once-dapper Russian “placeholder president,” who used to praise Silicon Valley and openness, has resorted to deranged sermonizing that would sound over-the-top even for an ayatollah. And yet he sits on Russia’s National Security Council.
How Acting Almost Drove Colin Farrell to Suicide
Colin Farrell’s quest for his first-ever Academy Award nomination has been a wild ride of more than 20 years. During his early days, he was more famous for his dating life, partying antics, and occasional acting mishaps–but, unlike some Hollywood stars, he didn’t crash and burn.
Why Germans Love Getting Naked in Public
It’s almost a rite of passage for foreign travelers in Germany: stumbling on a bunch of middle-aged locals baring it all in the middle of a downtown park. Recently, a woman sued a Berlin swimming pool for banning topless sunbathing—and won. 🇩🇪What is it with Germans and nudism? Let’s take a look at the time-honored German philosophy known as FKK, or “free body culture.”
8 Little-Known Facts About the Kennedy Assassination
11/22/63 is the date that lives in infamy. But details tend to get hazy with time. The exact circumstances surrounding JFK’s assassination in Dallas may still be debated, but there are plenty of facts that have been established and then forgotten, too.
Which Missiles Ukraine Can and Cannot Shoot Down
Russia has dozens of different missile types in service. In its war against Ukraine, it likes to launch multiple types simultaneously to confuse and overwhelm Ukrainian air defenses.💥 The latter are getting better, but there are some missiles they’re simply incapable of intercepting.
Why the Air Force is Virtually Useless in Modern Warfare
The ongoing war in Ukraine has seen a major shift in modern warfare tactics: air power is no longer the dominant force it once was. 🛦Both sides have adopted advanced air defense systems and non-traditional tactics. In this context, Poland and Slovakia’s pledge to send MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine may be a questionable move.
The Taiwanese Drones for Asymmetric Warfare
Taiwan is preparing to resist China’s military ambitions with the power of drones. But unlike most military tech, these UAVs won’t take years to be developed and tested. In fact, they’re supposed to be operational by late 2023. What’s the secret?
Why Israelis Are Talking About the “Destruction” of Their State
On April 25, the State of Israel will celebrate its 75th Independence Day. But the mood in Israel is far from celebratory. All of a sudden, mass protests, divestment, and even coup accusations are shaking the very foundations of the country—but what’s going on?
6 Examples of Propaganda That Still Poisons Out Minds Today
Decades later, we still believe some things that were invented out of whole cloth.
7 Countries That Have Refused to Help Ukraine
Russian stocks of weapons are immense, perhaps second only to China. So it’s no surprise Ukraine is facing a severe shortage of munitions, especially since it voluntarily transferred its Soviet-era stocks to Russia back in the 1990s. Many Western countries are doing what they can to help out; others have chosen to remain on the sidelines.
Why Brendan Fraser Was Blacklisted from Hollywood for Years
Brendan Fraser, the actor recognized for his warmth and kindness, had a rough run in Hollywood. He put his physical well-being on the line by doing his own stunts. In 2003, he was banished from the acting scene after a terrifying episode…
Switzerland Is Scrapping 60 Rapier Systems That Could Help Ukraine
Switzerland is a famously neutral country that does not take part in any wars, even though it’s one of the leading arms manufacturers in the world.🇨🇭 It’s not surprising that it has refused to send any arms to Ukraine or even allow third parties to share Swiss-made ammo. What is more appalling is its insistence that even foreign-made air defense systems be scrapped “on schedule,” regardless of their potential value.
Elon Musk Is Building His Own Perfect Town
Elon Musk is always full of ideas. Some, such as building a hyperloop connecting the East and West coasts, sound too far out to be taken seriously. 🚀Others, like launching a crewed rocket into space, have already become reality. Only time will tell where “building a Texas utopia” falls on this scale.
All Residences Used by the British Royal Family
The British royal family has long resided in some of the most prestigious buildings in the world. Many people know about Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, and Balmoral Castle. But there are also places like the Adelaide Cottage with its scandalous past, the grand Mansion House with its 120 rooms, and the Royal Lodge with its own conservatory.
Who Is Melinda Gates’s New Man?
Bill and Melinda Gates divorced after 27 years together, and now she’s been spotted with a very different man.
There Are Three Clans in Russia. Which Will Take Over After Putin?
Putin is old, reportedly ill, and failing on every front; unsurprisingly, powerful players in Russia are already planning their future without him.
The Israeli Laser Air Defense Shoots Down Everything But Will Never Be Sold to Ukraine
The Iron Beam is a unique directed-energy air defense system.
“Mad Dog” Who Terrified the North Vietnamese
Jerry Shriver was so fearsome that North Vietnam placed a bounty on his head, but his fate remains a mystery.
The 10 Parenting Rules of Mayim Bialik
Aside from being an actress and a neuroscientist, Mayim Bialik is a mother of two.
