The Sahel Alliance: Militarization, Sovereignty, and Security in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger

2023-12-14 11:33:40 The military in power in Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have formed an alliance to fight jihadism together and oppose a common political front to the adversaries of their proclaimed enterprise of restoration of sovereignty, with uncertain prospects. If their ability to win the war which is bloodying the Sahel on their own … Read more

Dangerous Medications to Avoid: 2024 Update from Prescrire Medical Journal

2023-12-14 12:40:00 The medical journal “Prescrire” updated its list of medications to be avoided in December, due to a benefit-risk balance deemed unfavorable by the editorial staff. Like every year, the journal Prescrire publishes an inventory of “medications to be avoided for better treatment”. This summary lists drugs which, according to the medical journal, are … Read more

Marco Odermatt’s Downhill World Cup Journey: Results, Surprises, and Predictions

2023-12-14 12:22:43 Marco Odermatt narrowly failed in his quest for a first downhill World Cup success. The 2023 world champion in the discipline finished 3rd in the first descent scheduled in Val Gardena, 0”05 behind the surprising Bryce Bennett. The Nidwalden, who must compete in five races in five days until Monday, clenched his fist … Read more

Innovative Solutions for the Housing Crisis: Ottawa’s Post-War Tactics and Federal Housing Strategy

2023-12-14 06:10:45 Ottawa came out with mothballs as a post-war measure to tackle the housing crisis and I say: well done. Published at 1:10 a.m. Updated at 5:00 a.m. This is exactly the mentality to adopt right now. See the housing shortage as an enemy to be defeated, and use all available ammunition to confront … Read more