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AOTW #5 The Kiwi– Apteryx mantelli

About the Kiwi: The Kiwi, a beloved species of flightless birds found in New Zealand, is a unique aviary species known for its nocturnal habits and shy demeanor. This flightless bird is iconic for its small size, roughly that of...

Animal of the Week #4: Saw Shark

Saw Shark Summary: The saw shark, a marine marvel, swims through the ocean depths with a bizarre and captivating feature—its elongated snout adorned with a serrated "saw," known as a rostrum. This serrated snout isn't just for show; it serves...

Animal of the Week #3: The Gibbon

"What's a good day to see monkeys at the zoo? Any gibbon day of the week" Gibbon Overview Gibbons, a remarkable group of small apes found in Southeast Asia, are known for their extraordinary agility, unique acrobatic prowess, and hauntingly beautiful songs...

Aid to Ukraine – Heroic Struggle or Misguided Blunder?

The war in Ukraine rages on, and the death toll only rises, now well into the hundreds of thousands. The fact that there is no end in sight to the war becomes increasingly obvious. As billions fresh off the...

Animal of the Week #2: Hippopotamus

  “What do you call a starving hippo in Budapest? A hungry Hungary hippo.” Hippo-verview Hippos, often regarded as lumbering giants of the African waterways, hide a surprising blend of power and vulnerability beneath their massive frames. These herbivorous mammals, with their...

Animal of the Week #1: Anteater

                              An anteater walks into a bar, and the bartender says “why the long face?” the anteater says “i was born with it.” What is an...

U.S. Military Support for Ukraine – Money Pit or National Security Cornerstone?

As the American 2024 Presidential Election draws near, some politicians have made comments advocating for a scaling-back of US military aid to Ukraine. But how has this aid been put to use in the past? What ramifications does an...

Ukrainian Counteroffensive Coverage Part 2: An Interview With Mr. Fred Donahue

Ukraine's war with Russia has recently entered its 18th month, and the bloodletting continues on all fronts. But recently, Ukraine has launched a major counteroffensive with the hope of ending the war by the end of 2023. In Part...

Ukraine Counteroffensive Coverage Part 1: Early Tumbles and Hard Goings

“If Ukraine can’t gain dramatically on the battlefield, the question inevitably arises as to whether it is time for a negotiated stop to the fighting. is expensive, we’re running low on munitions, we’ve got other contingencies around the...