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science-and-technology2 years ago

The Lunar Allure: Major Powers' Fascination with the Moon

Major powers such as Russia, the United States, China, and India are showing increased interest in the moon due to its potential resources. The moon is believed to contain water, which is essential for human life and can be used for rocket fuel. It also holds rare earth metals used in advanced technologies. Additionally, the moon is thought to have Helium-3, a rare isotope that could provide nuclear energy without producing dangerous waste. However, the laws governing moon mining are unclear, and there is debate over whether private businesses can claim ownership.

global-security2 years ago

Global Nuclear Arsenals on the Rise, Warns Thinktank

The number of operational nuclear weapons in the arsenals of major military powers is on the rise again, with an estimated 12,512 warheads globally, of which 9,576 are in military stockpiles ready for potential use, up 86 on a year ago, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (Sipri). The increase in battle-fit warheads comes despite a statement in 2021 from the UN’s five permanent security council members that “nuclear war cannot be won and must never be fought”. The rise brings to an end the period of gradual decline that followed the end of the cold war.