Good news from Ukraine last week. They will rerun the run-off (get that?) vote between the two candidates on Dec. 26. Canada is sending 500 observers to ensure a fair vote. It’s been truly amazing watching the goings on in the Ukraine. I wonder if there has been, in the history of the world, a …
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More and more.. it seems like there is real momentum behind this push for some sort of significant reform at the UN. Now we’re hearing it from the Russians and Indians. As usual with world politics, change seems to be happening not for the betterment of humanity, but rather to change geopolitical influence. The BBC …
A little science geekery tonight. Just for a change. The maker of the Soyuz capsule has created a space shuttle “competitor”. No, it’s not as big or as advanced as the space shuttle.. but it’s cheaper and more versatile than a Soyuz to launch and operate. And that’s really something for a reusable space vehicle. …
