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Biden’s computer chip ban on China is a big deal

2 years 11 months ago
Over at Vox, Michael Bluhm interviews Jordan Schneider about President Biden's recent decision to ban exports of advanced computer chips to China. This is a very big deal that's gotten less attention than it deserves, something that Schneider calls "a point of no return for the relationship." And like everyone, he wonders how China will ...continue reading "Biden’s computer chip ban on China is a big deal"
Kevin Drum

Person Fatally Struck in the 1400 Block of Kiefer Creek Road

2 years 11 months ago
ST. LOUIS COUNTY - St. Louis County Police Department Crimes Against Persons Detectives are currently investigating a fatal railroad accident involving a pedestrian struck in the 1400 block of Kiefer Creek Road near Ridge Road that resulted in the death of an adult male. On November 6, 2022, at 4:01 PM, St. Louis County Police officers from the West County Precinct responded to a call for service for a railroad accident with a pedestrian struck in the 1400 block of Kiefer Creek Road near Ridge Road. Responding officers located an adult male lying on the ground. The victim was pronounced deceased on the scene. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More information will be disseminated when it becomes available. Please contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210 to speak with investigators if you have any information regarding this incident. To remain anonymous or potentially receive a reward, please contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).

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Telescope update

2 years 11 months ago
You may recall that a couple of weeks ago I was trying to use my telescope when it just stopped dead. I'm sure you're wondering what happened next, aren't you? Well, settle in. I was pretty sure the problem was in the equipment, not the software, but I wasn't totally sure. For one thing, Device ...continue reading "Telescope update"
Kevin Drum