Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Most Jews and Palestinians want peace. Extremists, narcissists and other ‘allies’ only block the way | Jonathan Freedland
Beware the friend who is only trying to help. Not, perhaps, as a rule for life but certainly when it comes to the Israel-Palestine conflict and the clashes that battle provokes around the world. So often those who think they’re doing their bit… Continue Reading News Source: www.theguardian.com
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Why Iran may accelerate its nuclear program, and Israel may be tempted to attack it
Israel’s April 19 strike on the Eighth Shekari Air Base in Iran reportedly damaged a S-300 missile defense system (shown here during a test in 2017) deployed to protect the nearby nuclear sites. (Credit: Still shot from Rasane TV) On April 19,… Continue Reading News Source: https://thebulletin.org/2024/04/why-iran-may-accelerate-its-nuclear-program-and-israel-may-be-tempted-to-attack-it/
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Iranian, Chinese Defense ministers meet in Astana, Kazakhstan
Iran Press/ Asia: During the meeting, Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani highlighted the Israeli-made tensions in the region, and told his counterpart that the tensions ongoing in the region were the result of the… Continue Reading News Source: iranpress.com
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Rising hospital closures disproportionately affect disadvantaged communities
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Over the past three decades, hospital closures have been on the rise in both urban and rural areas. Real-life… Continue Reading News Source: medicalxpress.com
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Iran beat Uzbekistan to stay on course for 13th title
TEHRAN – Goalkeeper Bagher Mohammadi was the star as Iran defeated Uzbekistan 6-5 on penalties after their AFC Futsal Asian Cup Thailand 2024 semi-final ended 3-3 after extra-time on Friday. Mohammadi saved two spot-kicks as Iran advanced to… Continue Reading News Source: www.tehrantimes.com
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12 Points You Need To Know About New Iran Sanctions
On April 24, 2024, the US government took a significant step against corruption in Iran by implementing the Holding Iranian Leaders Accountable Act to enhance oversight of the finances of Iranian officials. This legislation is part of the National… Continue Reading News Source: https://www.iranintl.com/en/202404262694
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Study reviews approaches to cocaine treatment for Black Americans
A pile of cocaine hydrochloride. Credit: DEA Drug Enforcement Agency, public domain A team of researchers at the University of Kentucky have found… Continue Reading News Source: medicalxpress.com
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Vaccines have a crucial role in tackling antimicrobial resistance
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Antimicrobial resistance is a leading cause of death and disability worldwide. In 2019, it caused over 1 million… Continue Reading News Source: medicalxpress.com
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Taylor Swift equals Madonna’s record of 12 UK No 1 albums | Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has tied with Madonna to become the female artist with the most UK No 1 albums, earning her twelfth chart-topper with the global phenomenon that is The Tortured Poets Department. Swift also dominates this week’s singles chart, with… Continue Reading News Source: www.theguardian.com
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King Charles to return to public duties while continuing cancer treatment | King Charles III
King Charles, who is being treated for cancer, is to return to public duties, with doctors pleased and “very encouraged” by his progress and “positive” about his continued recovery, Buckingham Palace has said. Charles, who announced in… Continue Reading News Source: www.theguardian.com
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