USAID was ironically a significant customer for Starlink. People are probably already familiar with the 5,000 Ukraine terminal scandal, but pretty much all their offices (in Colombia at least) had 1 or more terminals.
What does USAID have anything to do with this conversation? Well, DOGE was largely responsible for putting the final nail on that coffin. If you think he cares about remote rural schools having connectivity you better think again.
These companies have super talented engineers and can afford to invest in skunkworks projects like these when they can’t find any suitable options in the market.
Colonialism? Take the Falkland Islands as a small example. Ever since the British won the war in 1983 all inhabitants were automatically granted British Citizenship, hence no need for a separate passport.
ChefSteps.com has a great introductory class to sous vide for those curious to experiment, but not foolish enough to spend a bunch of money on expensive equipment. I just cooked salmon this past week following their poor man's method and it came out great.