Concerns surround the possibility that this form of execution could be cruel and painful. The United Nations (UN) Human Rights Office expressed concern over the state of Alabama’s…
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Commerce Department Launching Semiconductor Supply Chain Survey
The department will assess the current state of domestic production to develop support methods. The Department of Commerce announced that it is launching a new survey this month…
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State Department Seeks Regulation of Higher Airspace Operations
The agency joins allies in a call for action from the International Civil Aviation Organization. The Department of State recently called for the development of international rules of…
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U.S. Joins International Operation to Defend Red Sea Commercial Ships
39 nations commit to dissuade frequent attacks by Houthi rebels. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced on December 18 that the United States would be joining 38 nations…
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Two Russian Nationals Charged with Hacking
They attempted to gain access to computers in the U.S., UK, and other countries. A federal grand jury has indicted two Russian nationals with charges of conspiracy to…
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House Science Committee Authorizes National Quantum Initiative
Chairman says investment in quantum systems will “maintain momentum” in the revolutionary field. The House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology approved a bipartisan bill that would reauthorize…
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House Committee Seeks Change in U.S.-China Trade
They propose revoking China’s permanent normal trade status. The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party released a report that supports significant objectives in the U.S.-China trade…
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Israel Denies Use of White Phosphorous Against Enemies
White House had expressed concerns regarding the possible illegal use of the substance as anti-personnel weapon. Israel responded to accusations this week that its military used white phosphorus…
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$4.2 Billion for Global Nuclear Energy Announced at COP28
Sapporo 5 nations vow to develop an international supply chain. The United States, Canada, France, Japan, and the United Kingdom dedicated $4.2 billion to develop the global nuclear…
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FWS Adds Wolverine to Threatened Species List
The animal was first considered for listing ten years ago. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has added the North American wolverine to the threatened species list. The…
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