The United States has maintained a significant advantage over other nations largely due to the petrodollar system, which links the U.S. dollar to global oil sales. Since the 1970s, countries have been required to conduct oil transactions in dollars, solidifying its status as the world’s dominant currency. This reliance on …
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Russian troops have taken control of the Chernobyl power plant in northern Ukraine, site of the catastrophic 1986 nuclear disaster. Ukrainian officials report that soldiers are exhibiting signs of nuclear poisoning. In a shocking incident, a Russian soldier was reportedly caught biting flesh from a comrade after being stationed at …
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Capcom president Kenzo Tsujimoto announced that the company is removing Zangief from the Street Fighter franchise in a symbolic gesture supporting Ukraine. This decision marks a significant stand by Capcom against Russian influence, amidst a broader trend of large corporations taking measures to assist Ukraine. Tsujimoto emphasized the company’s commitment …
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Tetris, the iconic puzzle video game created by Alexey Pajitnov in 1984, is currently facing controversy following an executive order from President Biden. During the signing of the order, Biden emphasized that the U.S. would not tolerate actions from Russia, labeling Putin a war criminal. As a result of increased …
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