Thus far, recorded Covid-19 deaths worldwide are at 6.86 million. This is likely an underestimate, given the underreporting of fatalities in countries, such as China. More importantly, based on excess mortality calculations there’s mounting evidence that the Covid-19 pandemic has taken a massive toll on global life expectancy. Not since the famine in China in […]

Recent videos of Russian rocket attacks in Ukraine show dramatic visible shockwaves emanating from the explosions. These videos are identified as strikes by TOS-1A multiple rocket launchers firing thermobaric rounds, described as a “truly a weapon from hell.” The rockets are known for their explosive power, and the unusual visible shockwaves are a feature of […]

Roughly 68% of Americans say they’re afraid of self-driving cars, according to a new poll by AAA, a huge jump from 2022 when 55% of Americans said they’re afraid of the nascent technology. Just 9% of Americans say they “trust” self-driving cars, while 23% of respondents to the poll said they were “unsure.” “We were […]

For months, the existence of detention centers, torture chambers, and mass graves throughout (formerly) Russian-occupied territories in Ukraine has been well-documented. And, throughout the year-long conflict, there’s been mounting evidence of Russian forces being engaged in potential war crimes. The atrocities have included direct attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure, such as schools, residential buildings, […]