Monthly Archives: April 2026

The World

How To Start And Lose A War In 40 Days

In just 40 days, the world changed.

The United States entered a conflict with Iran expecting a quick show of strength — but instead, it exposed something much bigger: control of power isn’t just about military force anymore… it’s about control of resources and chokepoints.

Right now, Iran effectively holds leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical shipping lanes on Earth. About 20% of the world’s oil supply moves through this narrow passage.

And during the conflict, Iran didn’t need to “win” in a traditional sense. Instead, it restricted, slowed, and controlled access — sending shockwaves through global markets. Now, there are real discussions and reports about Iran charging tolls or fees to ships for safe passage — something that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago.

Think about that.

A single country potentially deciding:

  • Who gets oil
  • Who pays for it
  • And who gets blocked entirely

This isn’t just a regional issue anymore — it’s global leverage.

The modern battlefield isn’t only fought with weapons.
It’s fought through trade routes, energy supply, and economic pressure.

And right now, the balance of power looks very different than it did 40 days ago.

And The United States Is Claiming Victory ????????

The World

latest update (April 2026) on NASA’s Moon mission

Here’s the latest update (April 2026) on NASA’s Moon mission under the Artemis program:

🚀 Artemis II — happening right now

  • NASA’s Artemis II mission (launched April 1, 2026) is currently in flight with 4 astronauts onboard.

It’s the first crewed mission toward the Moon since 1972.

🌕 Major milestone just achieved

  • The crew has successfully flown around the Moon (lunar flyby) — a huge historic moment.

They:

  • Traveled farther from Earth than any humans ever (~252,700 miles)

Passed the Moon’s far side (no contact with Earth for ~40 minutes)

Saw rare views like a solar eclipse from lunar orbit

👉 This is basically a test run with astronauts, not a landing mission.

🧪 What they’re doing

  • Testing spacecraft systems (life support, navigation, deep-space travel)
  • Taking photos and studying the Moon’s surface
  • Practicing everything needed for future Moon landings

🔁 What happens next (very soon)

  • The spacecraft is now on its way back to Earth after using the Moon’s gravity to “slingshot” home.

The mission lasts about 10 days total.

🌙 What’s coming next in the program

  • Artemis III (future mission):
    • Planned to land astronauts on the Moon (first time since Apollo)
    • Will use spacecraft from companies like SpaceX/Blue Origin

🧠 Big picture

  • Artemis II proves humans can safely travel deep into space again
  • It’s a critical step toward building a long-term Moon presence
  • Eventually, this program is meant to help prepare for missions to Mars
My Thoughts

Are Canadians open to joining the EU? 🇨🇦🇪🇺

Are Canadians open to joining the EU? 🇨🇦🇪🇺

It might sound like a wild idea at first—but it’s an interesting question worth exploring. Canada already shares many similarities with European Union countries: strong democratic institutions, social welfare systems, and close economic ties through agreements like CETA.

Some Canadians might see potential benefits—easier trade, stronger global influence, and deeper cooperation on issues like climate change and security. Others would likely have concerns about sovereignty, geographic distance, and whether Canada’s identity fits within a primarily European bloc.

Realistically, EU membership isn’t on the table—membership is limited to European countries—but the conversation highlights something bigger: Canada’s place in the world and how it chooses to build alliances in a shifting global landscape.

So while joining the EU isn’t likely, growing closer ties? That’s already happening.

Food For Thought—should Canada strengthen its relationship with Europe even more?

History

This Week in New Brunswick History

This Week in New Brunswick History” for the current week (around april 5):
 
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Here’s “This Week in New Brunswick History” for the current week around April 5–11:

📜 April 5

  • 1842 – The first public museum in Canada opened in Saint John (the Gesner Museum), which later became today’s New Brunswick Museum.

1883 – The first speed skating competition in New Brunswick was held in Saint John.

📜 April 6

  • 1888 – The New Brunswick Telephone Company was incorporated, helping expand telephone service across the province.

1993 – Premier Frank McKenna declared April 6 as Tartan Day in New Brunswick to celebrate Scottish heritage.

📜 April 7

  • 1691 – Joseph Robineau de Villebon became Commandant of Acadia and later built a fort at the Nashwaak–Saint John River junction.

1866 – A major political clash in Fredericton over Confederation forced Premier Albert J. Smith to resign.

📜 April 8

  • 1874 – The Caraquet Railway Company was created to connect northeastern communities to the Intercolonial Railway.

📜 April 9

  • 1825 – The Saint John Agricultural and Emigrant Society was founded.

1931 – Richard Hatfield, one of New Brunswick’s longest-serving premiers, was born in Woodstock.

📜 April 10

  • 1866 – The Fenian Raids threat near Campobello increased fears of invasion and pushed support for Confederation.

1892 – Milton Fowler Gregg, a Victoria Cross recipient and later diplomat, was born.

📜 April 11

  • 1816 – The first river steamboat in New Brunswick, the “General Smyth,” was launched in Saint John.

1969 – New Brunswick passed a law making it the only officially bilingual province in Canada.

✅ Quick takeaway:
This week highlights major “firsts” (first museum, first steamboat), important political moments tied to Confederation, and influential leaders like Richard Hatfield—all shaping modern New Brunswick