Putin’s War: A Slow March into Strategic Obsolescence

Vladimir Putin launched his war in Ukraine with dreams of empire. What he has achieved instead is the accelerated decline of Russian power, prestige, and trustworthiness on the world stage. His ambition to redraw borders and intimidate NATO has backfired catastrophically. NATO has grown larger and stronger. Ukraine has evolved into a battle-hardened, technologically …

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Rhode Island Becomes Latest U.S. State to Ban Cat Declawing

In a move hailed by animal welfare advocates, Rhode Island has officially banned the declawing of cats, becoming the fourth U.S. state to do so. Signed into law by Governor Dan McKee on July 2, 2025, the legislation prohibits the declawing of cats for non-therapeutic purposes—ending a practice long criticized as inhumane and unnecessary. …

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Why Domestic Cats Cope Better Than Humans in High Temperatures — With Important Caveats

Domestic cats, with their graceful movements and composed demeanour, often seem unbothered by the soaring summer temperatures that leave humans wilting. This is no accident of nature. Cats are biologically better adapted to withstand heat than their human caregivers — a gift from their evolutionary heritage — but with a few important caveats that …

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Why Your Cat Licks Where You Touch: Unpacking a Mysterious Behavior

Why Do Cats Lick Themselves After Being Stroked? A Closer Look at a Curious Behavior Cat owners often notice a peculiar and consistent behavior: after you stroke your cat, especially in certain areas like the back or head, they immediately lick themselves where your hand just was. At a glance, this might seem like …

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Preparing for War or Preparing the Public? The Power — and Danger — of Political Rhetoric

In a striking recent statement, the UK government warned that Britain must begin actively preparing for a “wartime scenario” — on British soil. “The UK must actively prepare for a ‘wartime scenario’ on British soil “for the first time in many years”, the Government has warned” – Evening Standard. The phrase, shocking in its …

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This Is Not a Game: When War Commentary Becomes Collusion

There is something deeply disturbing happening in the British media — and hardly anyone sees it. Turn on the news during any major war and you’ll find a familiar scene: a well-groomed retired general, seated in front of a tactical map, calmly explaining where the fighting is going, what the likely next moves are, …

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Canaries in the Coal Mine: How Global Conflict and Domestic Fragmentation Threaten Britain’s Future

Introduction In an era marked by escalating geopolitical crises and deepening social divisions, Britain finds itself standing at a crossroads. The recent U.S. bombing of Iranian nuclear sites — ordered by President Trump — has not only intensified global tensions but also risks igniting fractures within British society itself. Beneath the headlines and political …

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