Culling can be a fishy business

Article Abstract:

The large stocks of cod in the seas off the east coast of Canada are vanishing and seals are thought to be a major factor together with overfishing. Canada has cut its fishing quotas but European fishermen operating just outside Canadian waters will not. Seal numbers have doubled since the ban on seal fur trading and some Canadian ships have been unable to catch their full allowance. It is a complicated equation because killing seals which also eat anchovies and squid would result in more squid being left alive to eat the anchovies instead. Accurate figures on seal diet and population are urgently needed.

Canada, Environmental aspects, Fish populations, Seals (Animals)

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Can high technology find bin Laden?

Article Abstract:

The challenges associated with obtaining intelligence about Osama bin Laden, the prime suspect in the terrorist attacks in the US, are considered. Satellite-based equipment has very limited capabilities, and analyzing the pictures produced by this equipment is a lengthy process. The US also has access to unmanned aerial vehicles, which are more effective.

National Security, Military Intelligence, Afghanistan, Electronic intelligence

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Meet the army's newest recruit

Article Abstract:

The development of exoskeleton body armor by the US Department of Defence is examined in detail. The aim of the 50 million dollar research is to produce suits that will increase both speed and strength of the wearer.

United States, Innovations, Science and technology policy, Weapons industry, Armor

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