Tag: Cold War

Radioactive Dust From Cold War Nuclear Tests Still Blows Over the Sahara

Decades after Cold War-era nuclear tests, radioactive dust continues to drift across the Sahara, raising environmental and health concerns that highlight the enduring legacy of past nuclear activities.

Animals as Spies: How Nature’s Creatures Are Used in Espionage

From pigeons carrying cameras to whales equipped with tracking devices, animals have been used for espionage purposes throughout history—and some of these tactics continue to evolve today.