Ukraine recap: bad news from the battlefield for Putin, renewed nuclear threats from Russia: Vladimir Putin had barely finished his speech last Friday welcoming four new regions into Mother Russia, when his mouthpiece, Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov admitted that they didn’t actually know where the borders of these regions were. “We will clarify everything …
Ukraine war: how the Biden administration is responding to Putin’s threats to go nuclear: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February, the spectre of nuclear weapons has hung over the conflict. Several times – most recently after Russia annexed four Ukrainian provinces and declared them part of the federation – the Kremlin leadership has dropped heavy …
Living with COVID: how treating masks like umbrellas could help us weather future pandemic threats: When cases rise, we can make small changes to our behaviour. Jaromir Chalabala/Shutterstock Thankfully, the UK now looks to be past the peak of both the recent heatwave and the latest COVID wave. But there will be more of both …
Ukraine war: why Moscow could go nuclear over Kyiv’s ‘threats’ to Crimea: As the war in Ukraine is about to head into its sixth month, the ferocity with which it is fought shows no signs of abating – neither on the battlefield, nor in the rhetoric emerging from Moscow and Kyiv. Russian attacks continue to …
Ukraine Recap: Russian threats, Europe frets and China rises: Vladimir Putin’s imperial ambitions in Ukraine, dressed up for domestic consumption as a “military operation” to “de-Nazify” the country, have sent a shiver of apprehension through the rest of the region. In Moldova, particularly, where the small breakaway enclave of Transnistria gives Russia a foothold, many …
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Snare and shotgun injuries reveal more about threats to lions and leopards in Zambia: GettyImages Wildlife and people are coming into more and more conflict across Africa as human populations expand. Habitat loss and fragmentation of animal populations are causing declines in species. In Zambia, the Luangwa Valley and Kafue are two important wildlife areas. …
Ukraine war: Russian tests and Putin’s threats recall the nuclear fears of the cold war: Russia is reported to have held drills this week simulating “nuclear-capable strikes”. According to a statement by Russia’s ministry of defence, forces of the Baltic Fleet in the Kaliningrad region, conducted training sessions to “deliver mock missile strikes with the …
Ukraine recap: tests and threats as the temperature continues to rise: Two months into the war the temperature of the rhetoric on both sides is warming considerably, exacerbating the conflict between Washington and Moscow, despite the US not being directly involved in the fighting. Russia has tested both intermediate-range and intercontinental ballistic missiles, the latter …
Northern Ireland terror threat downgraded but Brexit tensions and threats of renewed violence remain: The signing of the Belfast Agreement in 1998 brought an end to decades of extreme political violence in Northern Ireland. But more than 20 years later, the peace process still faces threats and both loyalist and republican paramilitary groups continue to …
Discovering the forest wonders of Africa — and the threats they face: Shutterstock Africa’s forests are some of the natural wonders of the world. As someone who has spent decades studying the ecology and management of tropical forests, I’m constantly amazed by the unique forest ecosystems on the continent. Some of them are most likely …
Climate change is creating security threats around the world – and militaries are responding: The British military is currently “too slow and resistant to change”, according to Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK’s chief of defence staff. The urgent always takes priority over the important. But in the context of one of the world’s biggest …
Don’t look up: several asteroids are heading toward Earth – here’s how we deal with threats in real life: Could it happen? Triff/Shutterstock Don’t look now – but we are currently experiencing a rash of stories about a forthcoming global catastrophe. But in a change from reports of pandemics and climate change, this global catastrophe …
South Africa in the news: UK calls for Western unity against Russia, China threats: South Korea, Australia, South Africa and India will also participate as Britain’s chosen G7 “guests”, with many attendees taking part virtually due to the pandemic and emergence of the Omicron variant …: “South Africa” – BingNews Second delta wave appears headed …
South Africa in the news: Cyber Threats Have Increased 81% Since Global Pandemic: McAfee Enterprise and FireEye today released Cybercrime in a Pandemic World: The Impact of COVID-19 findings, revealing the imminent need for organizations to prioritize and strengthen their …: “South Africa” – BingNews Global warming of up to 2.7C by century’s end forecast …
South Africa in the news: Rugby fan who invaded pitch during Wales vs South Africa receives death threats: The Welsh rugby fan who arguably cost his side a crucial try against South Africa when he stormed onto the pitch, has received death threats since pulling the stunt …: “South Africa” – BingNews Finn Russell the …
South Africa in the news: EU Green Deal presents new opportunities, threats and risks for South African agriculture: The European Union is seeking to compel other countries, including South Africa, to adhere to new regulations if they want to continue to access its lucrative market. This raises questions about the …: “South Africa” – BingNews …
The EU’s Green Deal: opportunities, threats and risks for South African agriculture: Getty Images The European Union – among a host of other countries – is seeking to implement urgent policy measures to combat the effects of climate change. In its 2030 climate target plan, the EU aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% …