A Brief History of Space Exploration
Space exploration has seen significant milestones, from the German V2 rocket in 1942 to Yuri Gagarin becoming the first man in space in 1961 and the historic Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969. Animals like fruit flies and monkeys have ventured into space, contributing to scientific understanding. Russi
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Analysis of Weaponising News: RT, Sputnik, and Targeted Disinformation
A project conducted at The Policy Institute, King's College London, funded by the Open Society Foundation, delved into the extensive English-language output of RT and Sputnik. By examining the impact on news coverage in the UK, the project found consistent framing of European democracies as dysfunct
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The Cold War Begins: Eisenhower's Policies and Achievements
President Dwight D. Eisenhower's era marked by the concept of massive retaliation, the space race, brinksmanship strategies, and efforts to combat communism. Eisenhower's leadership during the Sputnik Crisis and Korean War showcased his commitment to containing communism and advancing U.S. interests
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Cold War Stations - Berlin Airlift and More
Delve into the historical events of the Cold War through the lens of key stations like the Berlin Airlift, Korean War, Sputnik, U-2 Incident, Berlin Wall, Marshall Plan, and Cuban Missile Crisis. Explore the significance of the Berlin Airlift, a pivotal moment in Cold War history, where Western alli
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Respiratory Health Insights and Updates by Dr. Zeina Aoun Bacha, MD
Explore key topics in respiratory health with Dr. Zeina Aoun Bacha, MD, including World Respiratory Diseases Day, Organizing Pneumonia, Sputnik Five Vaccine, and AstraZeneca Vaccine. Stay informed on important respiratory events and vaccination developments.
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Post-WWII America: Economic Prosperity and Technological Advancements
In the post-World War II era, the United States experienced economic success driven by factors like government spending, the growth of suburbs, the rise of consumer demand from Baby Boomers, and advancements in industries like housing and oil. The period also saw significant scientific and technolog
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Principles of Satellite Communications in Engineering
Explore the history and fundamentals of satellite communications, including the evolution from the first artificial satellite, Sputnik, to modern active and passive satellite systems. Learn about communication via satellites as microwave repeater stations, bridging distances and optimizing frequenci
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