German support for Ukraine under pressure from populists

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“The populist BSW and far-right AfD parties, both of which did well in recent state elections in Saxony and Thuringia, are opposed to arms...”

An emerging problem for the next President to deal with.  Germany has adopted a more assertive role in NATO, challenging US dominance to some extent.  But that move appears to have been motivated, in part, by internal politics.  The increasing influence of Germany's former Soviet half could upset...

E-quipment highlight: Komatsu electric, amphibious dozer

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“Komatsu launches an autonomous electric dozer built with the underwater construction jobs of the future in mind.”

EVs go underwater.  It is a little known, highly specialized niche market.  But the consequences of climate change may bode well for investing in these types of manufacturing ventures.

New York's controversial mask ban used for first time to make arrest

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  6 months ago

“New York authorities arrested an 18-year-old undocumented migrant in Nassau County under its controversial masks ban law on Sunday.”

Wait, what???  New York has banned wearing masks in public?  

Where has 2016-2024 gone: Airbrushed from history

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  3 Comments  •  4 Likes  •  6 months ago

“American politics have descended to the point where history, facts and reality are flexible. When the history of the 2024 presidential election is...”

What an odd example of both-siderism.  The opinion writer certainly doesn't sing praises for Kamala Harris.  There's certainly no mention of achievement by Kamala Harris over the last four years.   However, the attempt as 'objective fairness' seems like overbaked gaslighting.  The opinion writer...

Ukraine's gamble against Russia risks becoming blunder

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  3 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“Ukraine's offensive in Kursk region has failed to divert Russian troops from eastern Ukraine, spurring mounting criticism as Russia advances in...”

Quagmires within quagmires -- Matryoshka war.  Zelensky gambled and lost.  Now Russia seems to be inviting Ukrainian troops to move deeper into Kursk since Russia hasn't made a mad dash to defend the region.  Will Zelensky become mired in a quagmire of his own making?

The White House wants you to know: Harris was in the room

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  12 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  6 months ago

“Critics say the Biden administration is making up for lost time after not doing more to promote Harris over the last three years.”

Joe Biden is not doing Kamala Harris any favors by correcting the record at this late date.  First of all, Harris cannot dodge questions about foreign policy since she has been in the room.  Secondly, Kamala Harris cannot escape responsibility for long term US commitments to support and continue...

How to make your homes cooler

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  1 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“Designers and home-owners are leaning on green landscaping as a natural way to reduce construction heat and make their spaces environment friendlier”

Looks like India is pursuing an opportunity economy by incorporating common sense instead of huge government subsidies and interventions.  The word salad description:  Political dedication to big government ideology may support kick-the-can pandering and political point scoring but doesn't...

A 'clean energy' disaster looms off our coasts

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  24 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“Exploring the potential dangers of offshore wind turbines in America's coastal waters. The risks of hurricanes and debris pose significant challenges.”

An ocean environment is not conducive to long-term reliability.  While pundits like to point to hurricanes and storms as risks for offshore wind, do not discount the more common weather phenomena of gusting winds, thrown spray, and icing.  The greatest risk for wind turbines, particularly...

Russia is now the fourth largest economy. But how?

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  2 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“An explainer on how Russia's economy is growing despite the war and sanctions from the West.”

The data is in.  And the data shows that blocking supply-side, Free Trade economics spurs economic growth.  Russia's economy is growing because it's productive (factory based) economy has been working overtime, the country can still export goods (albeit at a reduced level), and Russia has been...

You (Probably) Have What It Takes To Be a Drone Pilot

Via: Nerm_L  •  News Viners  •  2 Comments  •  1 Like  •  6 months ago

“From preparing for your knowledge test to securing Part 107 waivers, FLYING breaks down your path to becoming a remote drone pilot.”

Here's an opportunity to turn a hobby into a career.  BTW, there aren't any age restrictions so this is a potential source for a little added retirement income.