Decodes
World events read through mundane astrology. Every decode carries the event chart it was written from.
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24 results for “great power competition”
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine attacks radiation monitoring post near Europe’s largest nuclear power plant
Strike near Europe’s largest nuclear facility disrupts monitoring; no reactor damage reported as observers seek verification and safety checks.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The great local government shake-up
Ministers halt devolution deals and boundary changes, delaying governance reforms as reviews continue and councils await next steps.
- 8 min
- England
DisastersBehind The Veil
Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power
Power outages and service disruptions persist as crews clear debris and restore critical infrastructure across Kauaʻi.
- 8 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump touts "great conversation" with Putin on ending the war in Ukraine
From Moscow, Trump says he had a “great” talk with Putin on ending the Ukraine war, as Russian attacks continue and diplomats parse the signal.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant back to normal after weeks in emergency mode — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
After two weeks on diesel backups amid conflict disruptions, the Enerhodar nuclear plant has returned to normal operations, easing immediate risk.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Pentagon shake-up revives a presidential power play with a long history
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll’s exit spotlights Trump and Hegseth’s Pentagon resets, drawing Hill scrutiny over readiness, norms, and policy continuity.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
America has the power to defeat Iran. Why can’t it use it? — RT World News
RT report from Washington says U.S. dominance meets manpower, alliance, and political constraints, yielding attrition over decisive victory.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Cyber attack shut down UK power plant – Telegraph — RT World News
Small UK plant shut for four days after a cyber incident reported in London; attribution to Iran under review as probes and regulatory checks proceed.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Israeli defense minister puts NATO power on notice as Middle East tensions surge: ‘Dangerous adventures’
From Jerusalem, Israel’s Israel Katz cautions Turkey against “dangerous adventures” in Syria, signaling firm defense of Israeli interests as tensions rise.
- 7 min
- Israel
DisastersThe Veil
Thousands without power and at least 100 homes damaged after Tropical Storm Lala lashes Hawaii
Lala weakens after lashing Hawaii; 100+ homes damaged. Crews restore power as officials assess debris, flooding, and hazardous surf.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
MORNING GLORY: Democrat El-Sayed reminds us just one senator can do great damage to our military
El-Sayed flagged as poised to use Senate holds, recalling Tuberville’s blockade. Even brief delays could disrupt promotions, readiness, and acquisitions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Ukraine pounds Black Sea Fleet’s ‘last major stronghold’ while Putin flexes naval power in Pacific
Kyiv strikes Russia’s Black Sea naval stronghold while Putin stages Pacific Fleet exercises and warns of broader maritime retaliation.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
The great Patriot hoarding: Why Kiev’s donors have locked their missile vaults — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Donor states are holding Patriot stocks as Russian strikes intensify, risking gaps in Ukraine’s air defense and exposing supply and policy bottlenecks.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
Four ways to harden America's power grid before our global enemies strike
Policy brief urges rapid defenses against cyber, physical, and EMP threats, targeting utilities and regulators with layered protections and drills.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
1 dead, more than 1 million without power as severe storms strike Midwest
Severe storms and tornadoes hit the Midwest, killing one and knocking out power to over 1 million. Crews work on rescues, repairs, and restoration.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
A market vet warns that Washington's moves to blunt AI competition from China are largely 'toothless'
In Washington, Ed Yardeni says US efforts to limit China’s AI will likely fall short, with open-source diffusion and workarounds undermining enforcement.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
The world’s next nuclear power may surprise you — RT World News
Riyadh outlines plans for domestic uranium enrichment, stressing peaceful aims as scrutiny grows over safeguards, inspections, and long-term oversight.
- 6 min
- Saudi Arabia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump salutes 'great heroes' as he attends dignified transfer of US service members killed in Jordan, Iraq
President Trump and Sec. Pete Hegseth attend a dignified transfer for four U.S. troops tied to Jordan and Iraq operations, underscoring sacrifice and risk.
- 7 min
- Jordan
Military / WarThe Veil
Zelenskyy ousts Ukraine’s army chief as protests expose wartime power struggle
Ukraine replaces its army chief after nationwide protests, signaling a wartime power struggle and raising questions over cohesion and strategy.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
German Military Power Needs to Go It Alone
Policy signal in Berlin points to faster, clearer command and national capability, with possible shifts in procurement, readiness and NATO roles.
- 6 min
- Germany
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump threatens to expand strikes on Iran, says power plants are next to go: 'Hit them hard'
Trump warns of expanded U.S. strikes on Iran, naming power plants and bridges unless Tehran agrees to talks, raising risks for civilians and markets.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarBehind The Veil
Sen. Lindsey Graham in 2023 on funding the war in Ukraine: "Great deal for America"
Graham’s 2023 claim that funding Ukraine is a “great deal for America” returns to debate as the war continues and U.S. aid faces scrutiny in Washington.
- 8 min
- Ukraine
Global SummitsThe Veil
Trump pushed NATO to pay up. Now allies must turn pledges into power
Allies in Ankara set timelines for munitions, integrated air defenses, and counter‑UAS standards to turn pledges into credible deterrence.
- 7 min
- Turkey
Military / WarThe Veil
Socialist Colorado candidate blames Israel for 'putting Jewish people in great danger'
Melat Kiros faces criticism after saying Israel’s actions put Jewish people "in great danger," spurring debate over policy critique vs. antisemitism.
- 7 min
- United States