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Industry was warned for years about chemical ‘runaway’ dangers. Then came near-catastrophe in O.C.

The chemical industry has been well aware of the risks of the type of thermal runaway reaction that forced 50,000 people from their homes in Orange County last weekend. The crisis was sparked by thousands of gallons of a highly …

Rocket Man!

North Korea's economy is flourishing thanks to arms sales and troop deployments to Russia, supplies and financing from China, and the ability to flout international sanctions to import more energy, components and materials. The Kim regime slammed its borders shut …

Endangered California Condor Flies into Oregon for the First Time in 122 Years

Last month, a California condor flew into Oregon before returning to its home in Redwoods National Park. It was the first condor recorded in the state since 1904. Condor B9 was born in captivity and released into the wild in …

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Red Dragon's Reach: An Eye on China and the CCP

Analyzing the global influence of China, including its political, military, and economic impact, as well as demographic trends.

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