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UK’s Semiconductor Strategy
The UK government has recently announced a significant investment in the domestic semiconductor industry, aiming to bolster its innovation and competitiveness. However, the announcement has faced criticism for falling short compared to the spending race witnessed in the US and ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
African Plume Heatwave
The United Kingdom is bracing itself for unprecedented heat wave conditions as meteorologists warn of the arrival of the African Plume, a meteorological phenomenon that brings scorching temperatures from the Sahara desert to Europe. The impact of this weather system ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Environment Current Affairs
Storm Shadow Cruise Missile
In a significant move, the United Kingdom has agreed to provide long-range Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine to strengthen its defense capabilities against invading Russian forces. The provision of these missiles is part of the continuous military aid extended ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Mitochondrial Donation Treatment
Within the realm of in vitro fertilization (IVF), a groundbreaking technique known as mitochondrial donation treatment (MDT) is causing a stir. This innovative procedure aims to prevent the transmission of incurable diseases from mothers to their offspring. By utilizing healthy ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs
CarbSar – Britain’s Spy Satellite
British companies Surrey Satellite Technology Limited and Oxford Space Systems are teaming up to launch a low-cost radar satellite next year. Called CarbSar, the satellite is designed to fill the gap in Britain’s spying capacity. Importance of CarbSar The Ukraine ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
UK’s Contribution to Brazil’s Amazon Fund
The United Kingdom will contribute more than $101 million to Brazil’s Amazon Fund, which seeks to stop deforestation in the sprawling South American rainforest. The British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, made the announcement after holding talks with Brazilian President Luiz ..
Month: Current Affairs - May, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs