It used to be that “earthquakes” of magnitude 3.9 and lower were not reported. Methinks those who thrive in a world of shortages have an agenda.
Those who thrive in a world of shortages do indeed have an agenda, especially if the thing in short supply is a way to remain ‘relevant’ and get funding. Of course, those who toady up the the Usurper and promote his agenda just might get a Dacha somewhere...