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Across the sun-drenched landscapes of Southern Italy and other olive-growing regions in Europe, a deadly plant pathogen is wreaking havoc on olive plantations, with devastating consequences for local economies and the global olive oil market. Bacterium Xylella fastidiosa, a microscopic pathogen, has been silently causing the destruction of millions of olive plants since its discovery … Read more
The conflict in Ukraine has evolved into a protracted war of attrition, now entering its seventh phase. Colonel Markus Reisner from Austria’s Theresian Military Academy has provided a thorough analysis of the current state of the war, focusing on how both the Russian and Ukrainian forces have adapted their military tactics. In his recent briefing, … Read more
Journalism Under Threat: Assange’s First Public Appeal Since Release Julian Assange, the controversial founder of WikiLeaks, has made his first public appeal for the protection of journalists since his release in June. Speaking before the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, Assange highlighted the increasing global threats to investigative journalism. His message … Read more
The Ukraine war and its aftermath may lead to a significant shift towards greener energy sources. Even before the war, businesses, investors, and political leaders had been positioning themselves to take advantage of the economic benefits of clean energy sources, such as wind, solar, and hydrogen. However, the pace of this transition was slow, and … Read more