Category: Science and technology

TheVoiceOfJoyce Russia is playing a defensive game in Ukraine. Their troops are digging in, lying mine fields and laying in wait for an enemy they cannot see? Ukraine is busily recovering from 9 massive missile attacks and shutting down its electric grid from overloading consumption. Ukrainian drones have travelled 800 km into Russia and killed 3 pilots as it was shot off course. War continues. China and Putin to meet before New Years. Is there an end game?

December 26, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2022/dec/26/russia-ukraine-war-live-moscow-admits-ukrainian-drone-reached-air-base-deep-inside-russia-three-killed The UK’s Ministry of Defence says Russian troops have focused mainly on constructing defensive positions along many sections of the frontline in Ukraine since October. This includes laying additional fields of anti-tank and anti-personnel mines, it said in its latest intelligence update, which would “almost certainly [be] going beyond Russian doctrinal guidelines”. It continued: … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Russia is playing a defensive game in Ukraine. Their troops are digging in, lying mine fields and laying in wait for an enemy they cannot see? Ukraine is busily recovering from 9 massive missile attacks and shutting down its electric grid from overloading consumption. Ukrainian drones have travelled 800 km into Russia and killed 3 pilots as it was shot off course. War continues. China and Putin to meet before New Years. Is there an end game?

TheVoiceOfJoyce Only Putin can declare a cease fire and a start to negotiations. All was quiet in theUkraine on Christmas Day. There are blood drives for the wounded in Kherson. Pope Francis gave his Christmas Mass and speech, remembering the people of the Ukraine who are celebrating in the cold with little, if any comforts of home. Let’s hope this holiday season brings peace on Earth! Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2022/dec/25/russia-ukraine-war-live-zelenskiy-says-ukrainians-are-creating-their-own-miracle-in-christmas-eve-address The archbishop of Canterbury and Pope Francis have used their Christmas addresses to call for an end to the war in Ukraine. During his sermon, Justin Welby referred to the suffering of millions facing famine amid fighting in South Sudan and the ongoing war in Ukraine, appealing to the leaders of both countries to … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Only Putin can declare a cease fire and a start to negotiations. All was quiet in theUkraine on Christmas Day. There are blood drives for the wounded in Kherson. Pope Francis gave his Christmas Mass and speech, remembering the people of the Ukraine who are celebrating in the cold with little, if any comforts of home. Let’s hope this holiday season brings peace on Earth! Merry Christmas!

TheVoiceOfJoyce Aggressive fighting and bombing of many Ukrainian cities occurred Christmas Eve. Russian tanks are on the move and the counteroffensive is taking place on many fronts. Putin is no longer waiting for reinforcements, he’s acting now and children are dying while shopping for Christmas presents. There is no Peace in Ukraine tonight, though the Ukrainians fight bravely and flaunt their holiday spirit. The musical group, Pussy Riot is performing to overthrow Putin, speaking out against Putin’s War in Ukraine. This war can only end with the use of overwhelming force, according to the Powell Doctrine of War!

December 24, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2022/dec/24/russia-ukraine-war-live-us-calls-for-russian-troop-pullout-after-putin-acknowledges-war An update on the Kherson attack from Kyrylo Tymoshenko, deputy head of the office of the president of Ukraine. Posting on Telegram he said that 35 people were now known to have been injured, alongside the five killed. 16 of the 35 were in a serious condition, he said. Another person was killed in … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Aggressive fighting and bombing of many Ukrainian cities occurred Christmas Eve. Russian tanks are on the move and the counteroffensive is taking place on many fronts. Putin is no longer waiting for reinforcements, he’s acting now and children are dying while shopping for Christmas presents. There is no Peace in Ukraine tonight, though the Ukrainians fight bravely and flaunt their holiday spirit. The musical group, Pussy Riot is performing to overthrow Putin, speaking out against Putin’s War in Ukraine. This war can only end with the use of overwhelming force, according to the Powell Doctrine of War!

TheVoiceOfJoyce Save the Antarctica and save ourselves. Stop introducing new species to the terrain, limit tourism and travel across wilderness areas. Maintain existing habitats and biodiversity. As the planet warms, the Emperor Penguin colonies are facing extinction along with many birds and nematodes, essential for soil replacement. Similarly, Climate biology is essential for contemporary teachers. Teaching Children about climate extremes and dwindling resources are the cornerstones for understanding our world and ways to protect it. If we don’t want to stay in because of the weather extremes we’re experiencing, learn science and mitigate climate warming! We need Scientists and advocates for saving our Planet! Merry Christmas!

December 23, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/23/two-thirds-of-antarcticas-native-species-under-threat-of-extinction-from-global-heating-research-shows Up to 80% of emperor penguin colonies are projected to be quasi-extinct by 2100 [population declines of more than 90%] with business-as-usual increases in greenhouse gas emissions,” it found. Published in the journal Plos Biology, the research also found that implementing 10 key threat management strategies in parallel – which would cost an estimated … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Save the Antarctica and save ourselves. Stop introducing new species to the terrain, limit tourism and travel across wilderness areas. Maintain existing habitats and biodiversity. As the planet warms, the Emperor Penguin colonies are facing extinction along with many birds and nematodes, essential for soil replacement. Similarly, Climate biology is essential for contemporary teachers. Teaching Children about climate extremes and dwindling resources are the cornerstones for understanding our world and ways to protect it. If we don’t want to stay in because of the weather extremes we’re experiencing, learn science and mitigate climate warming! We need Scientists and advocates for saving our Planet! Merry Christmas!

TheVoiceOfJoyce Day 303, Zelensky returns safely home to Kyiv and resumes work. Let’s hope Ukrainian’s have a Merry Christmas and receive the presents requested under their trees! With all his bluster, Putin is unable to arm his troops , without using cryptocurrencies on the Black Market and tapping into No Korean munitions and Iranian drones. Why does he still want Ukraine? Russian troops will be peeled off of the Zaporizhizhia Nuclear Power Plant. They’re ordered to stay. We’re not hearing of fierce fighting, however IT and AI are pinpointing every Russian installation, every weapon used, every piece of infrastructure destroyed, land mines planted. This is a new age of warfare, using intelligent data collection. The data can be accessed and analyzed remotely for strategic advantage. Kudos to Zelensky and his high tech strategist. Let’s hope the New Year will bring us Peace on Earth! Good luck Ukrainians, you’re fighting for all of us.

December 23, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/23/russia-ukraine-war-at-a-glance-what-we-know-on-day-303-of-the-invasion The top Russian-installed official in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region said on Friday that shelling of the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Europe’s largest, had “almost stopped”. Speaking on Russian state television, Russian-installed regional governor Yevgeny Balitsky said that Russian troops would not leave the nuclear plant, and that it would never return to Ukrainian control. … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Day 303, Zelensky returns safely home to Kyiv and resumes work. Let’s hope Ukrainian’s have a Merry Christmas and receive the presents requested under their trees! With all his bluster, Putin is unable to arm his troops , without using cryptocurrencies on the Black Market and tapping into No Korean munitions and Iranian drones. Why does he still want Ukraine? Russian troops will be peeled off of the Zaporizhizhia Nuclear Power Plant. They’re ordered to stay. We’re not hearing of fierce fighting, however IT and AI are pinpointing every Russian installation, every weapon used, every piece of infrastructure destroyed, land mines planted. This is a new age of warfare, using intelligent data collection. The data can be accessed and analyzed remotely for strategic advantage. Kudos to Zelensky and his high tech strategist. Let’s hope the New Year will bring us Peace on Earth! Good luck Ukrainians, you’re fighting for all of us.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Day 301, dawns with Zelensky counteroffensive underway, forcing Putin to admit, the territories he annexed are not Russian, yet. Meanwhile, Russian troops are being given the opportunity to surrender to drones or be wiped out. A gas pipeline was destroyed connecting to Ukraine. Battles continue to rage and Zelensky, is due to land in America to visit President Biden and speak before Congress. This is the first time Zelensky has left his homeland since War started. On the home front, they’re preparing for more missiles on Kyiv. Best wishes to Zelensky and the Ukrainian people, let’s hope they get a deal to allow a withdrawal and peace.

December 21, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/dec/21/russia-ukraine-war-at-a-glance-what-we-know-on-day-301-of-the-invasion A blast ripped through the Urengoi-Pomary-Uzhhorod gas exporting pipeline that leads from Russia through Ukraine. Reuters reported that three people died in the incident. Ukraine was warned to prepare for new Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure. Prime minister Denys Shmyhal said Moscow wanted Ukraine to spend Christmas and new year in darkness. Russia’s … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Day 301, dawns with Zelensky counteroffensive underway, forcing Putin to admit, the territories he annexed are not Russian, yet. Meanwhile, Russian troops are being given the opportunity to surrender to drones or be wiped out. A gas pipeline was destroyed connecting to Ukraine. Battles continue to rage and Zelensky, is due to land in America to visit President Biden and speak before Congress. This is the first time Zelensky has left his homeland since War started. On the home front, they’re preparing for more missiles on Kyiv. Best wishes to Zelensky and the Ukrainian people, let’s hope they get a deal to allow a withdrawal and peace.

TheVoiceOfJoyce In a test case case, Puerto Rico is suing Exxon, Shell, Rio Tinto & BP , Individually and through their trade association formed The Global Climate Coalition (GCC), a not for profit Corporation designed to influence, advertise and promote their interests, knowing they were giving false information about fossil fuels. The Lawsuit argues that Fossil Fuel organization knowingly conspired against consumers to keep Fossil Fuel sales high and profitable. They also allege, the GCC was a propaganda machine designed to oppose the Kyoto protocol. The Fossil Fuel industry intentions are documented and date back to 1989. This is the latest in a wave of Class Action Lawsuits brought by municipalities, towns and cities , against Corporations accused of causing harm to residents. Puerto Ricans are fighting back to force a settlement to help them survive the effects of greenhouse emissions on their Island. The Island never recovered from the effects of Hurricane Maria . Puerto Rico continues to suffer from climate warming and the island’s devastation.

December 20, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/dec/20/big-oil-is-behind-conspiracy-to-deceive-public-first-climate-racketeering-lawsuit-says In an ambitious move, an attempt will be made to hold the fossil fuel industry accountable for “decades of deception” in a lawsuit being brought by communities in Puerto Rico that were devastated by Hurricane Maria in 2017. “Puerto Rico is one of the most affected places by climate change in the world. It … More TheVoiceOfJoyce In a test case case, Puerto Rico is suing Exxon, Shell, Rio Tinto & BP , Individually and through their trade association formed The Global Climate Coalition (GCC), a not for profit Corporation designed to influence, advertise and promote their interests, knowing they were giving false information about fossil fuels. The Lawsuit argues that Fossil Fuel organization knowingly conspired against consumers to keep Fossil Fuel sales high and profitable. They also allege, the GCC was a propaganda machine designed to oppose the Kyoto protocol. The Fossil Fuel industry intentions are documented and date back to 1989. This is the latest in a wave of Class Action Lawsuits brought by municipalities, towns and cities , against Corporations accused of causing harm to residents. Puerto Ricans are fighting back to force a settlement to help them survive the effects of greenhouse emissions on their Island. The Island never recovered from the effects of Hurricane Maria . Puerto Rico continues to suffer from climate warming and the island’s devastation.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Science never sleeps and scientists always curious come up with fascinating solutions for man’s survival. We’ve circled the Moon, hit an asteroid to prevent potential damage to Earth, have early warning weather stations, can identify drug resistant microbes with AI, developed the mRNA vaccines to lessen the impact of Covid-19 and will eradicate Sickle Cell anemia . There’s a new method in trials that scientists think will cure sickle cell anemia. Sickle cell anemia formed to protect people from Malaria. We’re wiping out Malaria, too! Happy Holidays.

December 20, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/science/2022/dec/18/the-10-biggest-science-stories-of-2022-chosen-by-scientists This year saw a small but important advance in the treatment of sickle cell disease, a group of inherited disorders that cause red blood cells to become sickle shaped and can lead to anaemia. A drug developed to treat an enzyme deficiency (pyruvate kinase) was found to improve anaemia and reduced acute episodes of … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Science never sleeps and scientists always curious come up with fascinating solutions for man’s survival. We’ve circled the Moon, hit an asteroid to prevent potential damage to Earth, have early warning weather stations, can identify drug resistant microbes with AI, developed the mRNA vaccines to lessen the impact of Covid-19 and will eradicate Sickle Cell anemia . There’s a new method in trials that scientists think will cure sickle cell anemia. Sickle cell anemia formed to protect people from Malaria. We’re wiping out Malaria, too! Happy Holidays.

TheVoiceOfJoyce Another drone strike barrage by Russia, as Putin plans to land in Belarus today. Will the two countries join forces to invade Ukraine? The Ukrainians say they’re prepared and still require the defensive weapons to repel Russian drone and missile attacks. If you look at the map, you can see the area exposed to Russian/Iranian drones. It’s 40% of the Country without energy and water infrastructure. Since Putin is not backing out, end this War with overwhelming weapons to Zelensky.

December 19, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2022/dec/19/russia-ukraine-war-live-news-drone-strike-on-kyiv-uk-to-announce-new-artillery-package An air raid alert has been issued across Kyiv and most of Ukraine, according to officials. A statement by the Kyiv regional military administration reads: Air alarm in the Kyiv region. Stay tuned for further posts. Deutsche Welle’s Emmanuelle Chaze shares a map of where air sirens have sounded in Ukraine: Emmanuelle Chaze @EmmanuelleChaze … More TheVoiceOfJoyce Another drone strike barrage by Russia, as Putin plans to land in Belarus today. Will the two countries join forces to invade Ukraine? The Ukrainians say they’re prepared and still require the defensive weapons to repel Russian drone and missile attacks. If you look at the map, you can see the area exposed to Russian/Iranian drones. It’s 40% of the Country without energy and water infrastructure. Since Putin is not backing out, end this War with overwhelming weapons to Zelensky.

TheVoiceOfJoyce The COP 15 inks a deal to protect 30% of Earth’s land and sea mass. The US, Vatican sat on the sidelines and Brazil, and some African Nations were opposed because their is no monetary funding to protect their lands. The agreement is open ended allowing each country to define their plan to save their resources and promote biodiversity. This deal, which has not been followed for a decade, comes when scientists are warning humans are starting to cause the 6 th mass extinction. Our insect population is dying, our fish are dying and plants are withering before harvest. Earth is in crisis and leadership is lacking globally to restore our resources, now? When will politicians realize we need smart plans to live and live well? We can plan for a future without toxic fertilizers, encourage heritage farming and new clean energy production.

December 19, 2022

http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/dec/19/cop15-historic-deal-signed-to-halt-biodiversity-loss-by-2030-aoe Amid plummeting insect numbers, acidifying oceans filled with plastic waste, and the rampant overconsumption of the planet’s resources as humanity’s population grows wealthier and soars past 8 billion, the agreement, if implemented, could signal major changes to farming, business supply chains and the role of Indigenous communities in conservation. The deal was negotiated over … More TheVoiceOfJoyce The COP 15 inks a deal to protect 30% of Earth’s land and sea mass. The US, Vatican sat on the sidelines and Brazil, and some African Nations were opposed because their is no monetary funding to protect their lands. The agreement is open ended allowing each country to define their plan to save their resources and promote biodiversity. This deal, which has not been followed for a decade, comes when scientists are warning humans are starting to cause the 6 th mass extinction. Our insect population is dying, our fish are dying and plants are withering before harvest. Earth is in crisis and leadership is lacking globally to restore our resources, now? When will politicians realize we need smart plans to live and live well? We can plan for a future without toxic fertilizers, encourage heritage farming and new clean energy production.