The Effects of Funding on Ukraine and American Credibility

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This chapter examines the impact of funding on the battlefield in Ukraine and its implications for American credibility. It also discusses the perception of unreliability among American allies and the appeal it may have to isolationist powers, while briefly touching upon the benefits of using Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.

After an all-nighter, a $95bn foreign aid bill for Ukraine and other allies passed the US Senate. But amid much division, it may not even make it to a House vote. Stray cows are a growing problem for India’s city dwellers. Could a new census help (09:25)? And, how people are spending less on Valentine’s Day (16:12)

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