Hacker NewsJan 3
At least 7 explosions and low-flying aircraft are heard in Venezuela's Caracas
https://apnews.com/article/venezuela-us-explosions-caracas-ca712a67aaefc30b1831f5bf0b50665e
#ycombinator #Donald_Trump #Nicolas_Maduro #Venezuela #Caracas #Venezuela_government #Military_and_defense #War_and_unrest #United_States_government #General_news #Latin_America #United_States #Central_America #South_America #World_news #Drug_crimes #U_S_Department_of_Defense #Drug_cartels #Energy_industry #Politics #Carmen_Hidalgo
US plans to 'run' Venezuela and tap its oil reserves, Trump says

President Donald Trump says the United States will run Venezuela at least temporarily after an audacious military operation plucked leader Nicolás Maduro from power and removed him from the country. Trump on Saturday also described plans to tap Venezuela's vast oil reserves to sell to other nations. The dramatic action capped an intensive Trump administration pressure campaign on the South American nation and its autocratic leader and months of secret planning. It resulted in the most assertive American action to achieve regime change since the 2003 invasion of Iraq. Legal experts immediately raised questions about whether the operation was lawful.

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Rüdiger BenninghausJul 27
This bird in the South America House at Cologne Zoo could be from the tanager family – I don't recognise it, anyway.
(July 2025)
(Foto: © Rüdiger Benninghaus)
#Vögel, #birds, #animals, #Südamerika, #South_America, #Kölner_Zoo
Alterego_MidshipmanFeb 23, 2025
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The **geopolitical** situation as of February 23, 2025, remains extremely tense. The world faces active conflicts that pose new challenges to **#global_security**.
## War in #Ukraine
The war has been ongoing for **11 years**, and the situation continues to escalate. **#Ukrainian_forces** maintain their defense with support from **#NATO** and other allies. NATO is expanding its presence in **#Eastern_Europe**, increasing its rapid reaction forces to **300,000 troops**. **#Sweden** and **#Finland** have joined the alliance, while **#Ukraine** has officially applied for membership. The EU has granted candidate status to Ukraine and **#Moldova** [1].
## Conflict in the #Middle_East
Since October 2023, war has raged between **#Israel** and the **#Hamas** group in **#Gaza_Strip**. The conflict has caused massive destruction and civilian casualties. Meanwhile, **#Iran** supports Hamas and other militant groups, threatening further escalation [2].
## Global Consequences
- **#Energy_crisis**: The war in Ukraine and sanctions against **#Russia** have disrupted energy supplies, driving up prices and forcing nations to seek alternative sources [3].
- **#Arms_race**: European and Asian nations are increasing **military spending**, reaching a record **$2.24 trillion** in 2022 [4].
- **#Political_instability**: Rising tensions in **#Balkans**, **#South_America**, and **#Africa** create new threats to global stability [5].
## Sources:
1. [Geopolitical consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%93%D0%B5%D0%BE%D0%BF%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B8%D1%87%D0%B5%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%B8%D0%B5_%D0%BF%D0%BE%D1%81%D0%BB%D0%B5%D0%B4%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B2%D0%B8%D1%8F_%D0%B2_%D1%80%D0%B5%D0%B7%D1%83%D0%BB%D1%8C%D1%82%D0%B0%D1%82%D0%B5_%D1%80%D0%BE%D1%81%D1%81%D0%B8%D0%B9%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%BE%D0%B3%D0%BE_%D0%B2%D1%82%D0%BE%D1%80%D0%B6%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D1%8F_%D0%BD%D0%B0_%D0%A3%D0%BA%D1%80%D0%B0%D0%B8%D0%BD%D1%83)
2. [Gaza War (since 2023)](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%92%D0%BE%D0%B9%D0%BD%D0%B0_%D0%B2_%D0%93%D0%B0%D0%B7%D0%B5_%28%D1%81_2023%29)
3. [Global energy crisis](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%AD%D0%BD%D0%B5%D1%80%D0%B3%D0%B5%D1%82%D0%B8%D1%87%D0%B5%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%B8%D0%B9_%D0%BA%D1%80%D0%B8%D0%B7%D0%B8%D1%81)
4. [Worldwide military expenditures](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%92%D0%BE%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%BD%D1%8B%D0%B5_%D1%80%D0%B0%D1%81%D1%85%D0%BE%D0%B4%D1%8B)
5. [Political instability worldwide](https://ru.wikipedia.org/wiki/%D0%9F%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%B8%D1%82%D0%B8%D1%87%D0%B5%D1%81%D0%BA%D0%B0%D1%8F_%D0%BD%D0%B5%D1%81%D1%82%D0%B0%D0%B1%D0%B8%D0%BB%D1%8C%D0%BD%D0%BE%D1%81%D1%82%D1%8C)
Геополитические последствия в результате российского вторжения на Украину — Википедия

Show threadPutin's IBSDec 13, 2024

Their operations spanned not only the #UK but also the #Middle_East, #South_America, and #Russia. According to the #NCA, the network worked closely with #Russian elites and cybercriminals, joining forces with drug dealers operating on the streets of #Britain.

Key figures
🟢 #George_Rossi, a #Russian native who controls #TGR Group and the #Garantex crypto exchange.
🟢 #Elena_Chikinyan, #Rossi's right-hand woman, is suspected of siphoning funds out

 Hacker NewsDec 3, 2024
Twice-Yearly HIV Shot Shows 100% Effectiveness in Women
https://apnews.com/article/hiv-infections-aids-prevention-shot-02606f7d7892f0baf55bd0a0ff2ba3de
#ycombinator #HIV_and_AIDS #Mexico #Medication #South_America #LGBTQ #General_news #Health #World_news #Business #World_News
World AIDS Day: Will a shot that could help end AIDS reach everyone?

A twice-yearly shot that prevents HIV infections will be available at low cost in 120 poor countries. But nearly all of Latin America was excluded from the deal with drugmaker Gilead, sparking concern the world is missing a critical opportunity to stop AIDS. The shot was 100% effective in preventing HIV infections in a study of women, and results published Wednesday show it worked nearly as well in men. The drug is already sold to treat HIV infections and Gilead plans to seek approval soon to use it to guard against infections.

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Rüdiger BenninghausDec 1, 2024
A two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus) in the South America House at Cologne Zoo is aiming high - albeit in slow motion. (November 2024) (Foto: © Rüdiger Benninghaus) #Fautiere, #sloths, #animals, #Südamerika, #South_America, #Kölner_Zoo
Rüdiger BenninghausOct 14, 2024
I could not find the name of this monkey in the South America hall of Cologne Zoo.
(October 2024)
(Foto: © Rüdiger Benninghaus)
#Affen, #monkeys, #animals, #Südamerika, #South_America, #Kölner_Zoo
Rüdiger BenninghausOct 12, 2024
A sunbittern (Eurypyga helias) in the South America House at Cologne Zoo.
(October 2024)
(Foto: © Rüdiger Benninghaus)
#Vögel, #birds, #Sonnenralle, #sunbittern, #animals, #Südamerika, #South_America, #Kölner_Zoo
Quantum ObserverJul 11, 2023
Quantum-South Unveils Enhanced Air Cargo Optimization Solutions, Harnessing the Power of Quantum-inspired Algorithms https://thequantuminsider.com/?p=2356351 #Quantum_Computing_Business #air_cargo_optimization_solutions #quantum_computing #Quantum_South #quantum_technology #South_America #uruguay #quantumdaily Insider Brief: Quantum-South announces the launch of its advanced versions of air cargo optimization solutions. Building on the success of their initial release, Quantum-South has develop
Quantum-South Unveils Enhanced Air Cargo Optimization Solutions, Harnessing the Power of Quantum-inspired Algorithms

The Quantum Insider (TQI) is the leading online resource dedicated exclusively to Quantum Computing.

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RicardoSep 2, 2021

The Creature That Stumped Darwin | PBS Eons

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKtynjNTfa4

#isolation #south_america #mammals #pleistocene #toxodon #darwin #uruguay #evolution #extinction #macrauchenia #meridiungulata #ungulate #perissodactyla #paleontology #natural_history

The Creature That Stumped Darwin

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