The threat of nuclear war looms over humanity
Russia and China may overtake the United States in the number of nuclear weapons. This was stated by the head of the Strategic Command of the US Armed Forces, Air Force General Anthony Cotton. Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a meeting with participants of the “Everything for Victory” forum in Tula, said that Russian strategic nuclear forces have been almost completely updated. Moreover, their marine component is almost 100%.
The largest cities on the US east coast are settling and drowning under their own weight
The entire east coast of the United States is sinking, with densely populated areas sinking at a faster rate of up to 5 millimeters (0.2 inches) per year. This subsidence is enough to put the coastline on high alert. At least that’s how it should be, according to a new study from Virginia Tech and the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The greatest risk of land flooding is in densely populated areas with critical infrastructure. Combined with global sea level rise, scientists say these challenges require a proactive approach.