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Balikatan Drills between the US and the Philippines
The Balikatan drills are annual military exercises conducted between the United States and the Philippines. The name “Balikatan” is derived from the Tagalog word “shoulder-to-shoulder,” reflecting the strong partnership between the two countries. Involvement and Types of Exercises More than ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
What is Siren sphagnicola?
Siren sphagnicola is a recently discovered species of elongate, eel-like aquatic salamanders that inhabits seepage areas in the eastern Gulf Coastal Plain of the United States. Characteristics of Siren sphagnicola Siren sphagnicola belongs to the family Sirenidae, which is part ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Idaho’s Abortion Trafficking Law
On April 5, Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed into law House Bill 232, which creates a new crime called “abortion trafficking.” The law makes it illegal for adults to get abortion drugs for a minor or to “recruit, harbor or ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has raised concerns over Ukraine’s security and stability. The United States has pledged significant military aid to Ukraine to help them defend themselves against Russian aggression. One such initiative is the Ukraine Security ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Cope India Exercise
India and the United States are set to conduct the next edition of their bilateral air exercise called ‘Cope India’. This is aimed at enhancing the interoperability between the air forces the two countries. The air exercise will take place ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Georgia’s Resolution on Hinduphobia
On March 27, the Georgia Assembly passed a resolution condemning Hinduphobia, anti-Hindu bigotry, and intolerance. The resolution was sponsored by Republican representatives Lauren McDonald, Todd Jones, Rick Jasperse, David Clark, and Brent Cox and introduced by Representatives McDonald and Jones. ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Anchitheriomys buceei – Ancient Beaver Species
Researchers from the Jackson School of Geosciences at the University of Texas at Austin have discovered a new species of ancient beaver in the fossil collections of the university. The species has been named Anchitheriomys buceei after a popular Texas ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Water and Heritage Shield and Sípàapu
Arizona’s Black Mesa Trust (BMT) has been awarded the prestigious ‘Water and Heritage Shield’ by the International Committee On Monuments and Sites International Science Committee (ICOMOS ISC) on March 25, 2023. The award recognizes BMT’s work to raise public awareness ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • International / World Current Affairs • Places in News Current Affairs
Babesiosis
While Babesiosis has been a concern in some states in the US for many years, recent research has shown a significant increase in the number of cases in the northeastern states. In this article, we will explore what babesiosis is, ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
Where is Yellowstone National Park?
Yellowstone National Park in the US, which celebrated its 151st anniversary recently, is considered the first national park in the world. The park, spanning over 9,000 sq km across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, was established by the US Congress in ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs • Places in News Current Affairs