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High Death Rates in Bee Colonies
Honeybee colonies in the United States are facing a concerning trend according to an annual bee survey conducted by the University of Maryland and Auburn University. While the overall number of honeybee colonies has remained stable, the survey reveals a ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Prime Minister Modi’s Gifts to President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden
During the State Visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden with special gifts. These gifts not only reflect India’s rich cultural heritage but also symbolize the warm relationship between the two nations. ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
US NIST Launches Public Working Group for AI Technologies
The United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has initiated a public working group dedicated to tackling the challenges and risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI). Addressing Risks in Generative AI NIST’s working group aims to develop guidance ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
US-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA)
The United States and China have maintained a landmark agreement, the U.S.-China Science and Technology Agreement (STA), for over four decades. However, the agreement’s future is now the subject of a heated debate within the U.S. government. The Long-Standing ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Who is Daniel Ellsberg?
The release of the classified “Pentagon Papers” in 1971 had far-reaching consequences, and one man played a pivotal role in exposing the doubts and deceptions surrounding the Vietnam War. Daniel Ellsberg, who recently passed away from pancreatic cancer, became a ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News
Atlantic Declaration
On June 8, the United States and the United Kingdom forged a new strategic pact to address pressing global challenges. This pact, known as the Atlantic Declaration, was adopted by US President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
$95 Million Undersea Cable Connection Project in Micronesia
Japan, the United States, and Australia have recently announced their joint venture in signing a significant undersea cable project. This initiative aims to improve network connectivity in the Indo-Pacific region, while also countering China’s expanding influence. Connecting Nations and Enhancing ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Ban on King James Version of the Bible
A district in the US state of Utah has recently implemented a ban on the presence of the King James Version of the Bible in the libraries of elementary and middle schools, triggering intense discussions and disagreements. The decision has ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs