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Scientists to test noise deterrents meant to scare orcas after a rapid rise in boat rammings
Researchers are scrambling to figure out how to keep orcas away from boats, as more reports emerge …
Marianne Guenot
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The US military needs to realize that magic bullets don't win wars
US military appears to be leaning toward a more risky approach as challengers develop means to coun…
Erik Gartzke, Defense Priorit…
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Mosquitoes are most attracted to a chemical compound present in butter, cheeses and yogurts. Their deterrents can be a chemical found in plants, including cannabis.
A new study suggests that mosquitoes are attracted to butyric acid, which is not only produced by h…
Lloyd Lee
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A zoo in England is hiring a 'seagull deterrent' worker who'll have to wear a giant bird costume to scare away the gulls
Applications for the position are open now — and no, you probably don't need to bring your own bird…
Chris Panella
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Why China changed its mind about nuclear weapons and is bulking up its arsenal at 'accelerated' pace
"The Chinese hope to make it impossible for the US to be confident it can carry out a preemptive st…
Benjamin Brimelow
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A zoo in England is hiring a seagull deterrent worker who has to wear a giant bird costume. It says the ad 'broke the internet' and received hundreds of applications.
The zoo's publicity agency told Insider they've had more than 200 applications for the position, wi…
Chris Panella
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Spending $2 trillion on new nuclear weapons is a risk to more than just your wallet
As the US, Russia, and China rush to modernize their nuclear arsenals, the world is witnessing a ne…
Bill Perry, Jerry Brown, and …
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Democrats take aim at the US's new $264 billion ICBM amid search for cash to boost the military
In 10 or 15 years, an ICBM in a silo may not be "the deterrent that we would count on," Rep. John G…
Christopher Woody
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Putin puts Russia's nuclear deterrent forces on high alert in response to 'illegitimate Western sanctions'
"I order to move Russia's deterrence forces to a special regime of duty," Putin said. The deterrenc…
Connor Perrett
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UK Foreign Secretary declares the 'age of engagement with Russia is over,' says the West should focus on deterrence
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss told counterparts that the decades-old approach to Russia must be repal…
Catherine Neilan
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The Pacific's smallest countries are 'critical geostrategic ground' against China, top US commander says
The Pacific Islands, sparsely populated but strategically located, have outsize influence in the co…
Christopher Woody
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As the US flies more bombers to the Middle East, experts doubt Iran is the real audience
US bombers and warships have made their presence in the Middle East known in recent weeks, but who …
Christopher Woody
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Army chief calls on India's allies for 'dissuasive deterrence' against China in the Indo-Pacific
India's Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat on Friday said the like-minded partners need to…
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The US just sent a warning to Iran in the form of two B-52H Stratofortress bombers
"Potential adversaries should understand that no nation on earth is more ready and capable," CENTCO…
Ryan Pickrell
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A Midwestern grocery chain is rolling out its own armed security force to act as a 'visual deterrent' to retail crime
Hy-Vee's new retail security team will be staffed largely with former law enforcement officers who …
Dominick Reuter
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How Godrej and Boyce’s WhatsApp stores are ensuring social distancing doesn’t become a deterrent for sales
The WhatsApp store is almost like a micro site enabling rich content for our consumers
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An Arkansas Black Lives Matter group was confronted by an armed militia. One protester carried a flamethrower as a 'deterrent.'
An organizer told Insider that he received more than 100 death threats from people who oppose the B…
Taylor Ardrey
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India’s car dealers are hoping that Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2021 brings buyers back — but rising prices may still be a deterrent
There is a long list of asks from the auto industry, including the dealers — from income tax re…
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Here's why deterrence and diplomacy are the only real options against North Korea
China is almost as angered by the Kim regime as is the Trump Administration. But as much as China d…
Daniel L. Davis, Defense Prio…
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Fostering innovation: Risk management is an added value, not a deterrent!
But as vibrant as innovation is, as an idea; it is a double edged sword too. What if the new innova…