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Leading Nations by Nuclear Arsenal Size: Top 9 Ranked

As we turn the page into 2024, the shadow of nuclear armament looms large, with approximately 12,100 nuclear warheads scattered across the globe. Remarkably, a staggering 90% of these are nestled within the arsenals of just two countries: the United States and Russia. Such statistics beg the question: how did we reach this point, and where should we go from here? Interestingly, though the Cold War saw zeniths of nuclear stockpiling, subsequent years have shown a decline. However, the relentless undercurrents of…

Leading African Nations by Agricultural Land Size

Agriculture is undeniably the lifeblood of Africa, weaving its influence through every village and stretching out across the vast savannahs. Whether it’s the age-old traditions held close in family farms or sprawling commercial enterprises, the act of cultivating the land is pivotal. It doesn’t merely feed millions; it powers the economy and has the untapped potential to shape a brighter future. An African proverb notably states, "He who learns, teaches." Agriculture is perhaps Africa’s most profound teacher—a silent…

Burundi Withdraws Troops from Somalia Amid AUSSOM Force Size Controversy

Burundi Troops Leave Somalia Amid AUSSOM Force Size Dispute MOGADISHU, Somalia - Burundi's bold decision to withdraw its troops from the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) echoes a significant diplomatic rift. This decision unfurls a tapestry of questions and challenges amid an already complex scenario in the Horn of Africa. What exactly prompted this exit, and what are its implications for the region struggling against the tide of extremism? Once heralded as a symbol of collaborative…

South African Telescope Discovers Galaxy Over 30 Times the Size of Earth

In a remarkable leap for our understanding of the cosmos, South Africa's MeerKAT telescope has unveiled a colossal new radio galaxy that has been charmingly dubbed Inkathazo, a name steeped in cultural significance, meaning 'trouble' in both Xhosa and Zulu. This intriguing moniker isn't just catchy; it aptly encapsulates the perplexities surrounding the physics behind this discovery—after all, when the universe throws you a curveball, it’s bound to leave you scratching your head in wonder. So, what exactly is this cosmic…

Exclusive: AFRICOM Leader Reports Islamic State’s Size in Northern Somalia Has Doubled

FILE - U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Michael Langley, at the helm of U.S. Africa Command, partakes in a military drill in Agadir, Morocco, May 30, 2024. The Islamic State in Somalia has doubled its strength in the past year, reveals the head of U.S. Africa Command in a chat with VOA. “Northern Somalia is on my radar due to the uptick in ISIS numbers,” AFRICOM commander Gen. Michael Langley mentioned in a candid interview, using the acronym for the terrorist group. Langley refrained from disclosing the U.S.'s exact figures on…

a md dimension Egypt in opposition to the Comoros

First place was the only bet in this match in Group G between Egypt and the Comoros, two teams already qualified. The pharaohs did not hesitate to show who was the boss of this pool during the sixth and final day of the 2021 qualifier. Four goals in ten minutes! The Comoros team caught the Egyptian wave in the face at a…

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