Russia’s Medvedev says expiry of New START should alarm the world
Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, said that if the New START treaty expired with no replacement then the world should be alarmed that the biggest nuclear powers…
Israel reopens Gaza’s Rafah border crossing to Egypt, with limits
Israel reopened the border between Gaza and Egypt on Monday for people on foot, a move that would allow Palestinians to leave the enclave and let back in those who…
The Ultra-Rare Heat Shield: Rhenium’s Extreme Endurance and Strategic Scarcity
Rhenium (Re, atomic number 75), a silvery-gray, lustrous third-row transition metal in group 7 (below manganese and technetium), is one of the rarest stable elements in Earth’s crust (~1 ppb…
Groundhog Day – Waiting for a Groundhog’s Shadow on February 2
On February 2, 2026, much of North America — and increasingly parts of the world — celebrates Groundhog Day, a quirky folk tradition that predicts whether winter will drag on…
World Wetlands Day – Celebrating Wetlands and Their Vital Role on February 2
On February 2, 2026, the world observes World Wetlands Day, an annual international event that raises global awareness about the importance of wetlands and promotes their conservation and wise use.…
Victory in the Battle of Stalingrad – Russia Commemorates the Turning Point of World War II on February 2
On February 2, 2026, Russia observes the Day of Military Glory dedicated to the Victory in the Battle of Stalingrad — one of the most decisive and bloodiest battles in…
Anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu – Estonia Remembers Independence on February 2
On February 2, 2026, Estonia observes the Anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu (Tartu rahu aastapäev), a solemn national remembrance day marking the signing of the Treaty of Tartu on…
Peace deal to be just first step in resolving Ukraine crisis — US envoy to NATO
A peace agreement on the Ukrainian conflict is a complex issue, but its conclusion will only mark the first step toward resolving the crisis, US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew…
Iran official says IRGC has no plan to hold military exercises in Gulf
The naval forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) have no plan to carry out live-fire exercises in the Strait of Hormuz. – Iran’s state-run Press TV reported on…