US Air Force F-35 crashes after pilot's 50-minute conference call with Lockheed engineers
techspot - On January 28, a pilot flying the F-35 experienced an in-flight malfunction during a training mission at Eielson Air Force Base in Fairbanks. As you can see in the video, it caused the $200 million fighter jet to tumble to the ground and explode. The pilo…
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Covert Influence Operations in Greenland Exposed
Diplomatic tensions spiked after Danish officials summoned a U.S. diplomat amid revelations that individuals tied to Trump were allegedly orchestrating covert influence operations in Greenland. The episode has stirred international eyebrows and left policy watchers bemused by these clandestine maneuvers.
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Israel Lethal Strikes Hit Yemeni Capital, Injuring Dozens
Israeli forces launched targeted strikes in Yemen’s capital Sanaa, reportedly killing four and wounding dozens. The attacks, aimed near a presidential complex and missile bases, intensify regional tensions and raise serious questions about a broader military escalation amidst an already volatile conflict.
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Norway spy chief blames Russian hackers for hijacking dam
Zack Whittaker / techcrunch - The Russian hackers used their access to the dam's computer systems to open a flood gate that spilled millions of gallons of water.
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Finland charges Russian "shadow fleet" tanker crew with dragging anchor to cut undersea cables
techspot - At around 12.26 pm local time on December 25, 2024, the Estlink 2 power cable and several other power and internet cables linking Finland and Estonia were severed. Damage to the cables had cost owners Cinia and Elisa at least €60 million ($70 million) in …
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Trump admin moves toward kinetic military action against drug cartels
In a surprising show of force, the Trump administration is reportedly planning to launch kinetic military operations against foreign drug cartels. This directive reflects an increasingly aggressive approach to disrupt cartel networks amid escalating concerns over narcotics trafficking and border security.
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The Air Force Wants to Use Cybertrucks for Target Practice
Lucas Ropek / gizmodo - The government thinks Musk's oversized heaps could soon be used by America's "enemies."
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UK MoD taps Australian cybersecurity startup Castlepoint after Afghan data breach
Lucy Adams / tech - Britain's Ministry of Defence (MoD) has selected Australian firm Castlepoint Systems to provide services for automating data classification and reducing the risk of human error. The company is now hea...
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Acting NASA Chief Tells Agency to Build a Nuclear Reactor on the Moon, Before China Does It First
Passant Rabie / gizmodo - The project would power a future human settlement on the lunar surface.
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Trump repositions nuclear submarines amid Russian provocation
In a bold and somewhat theatrical maneuver, President Trump has altered the deployment of nuclear submarines following provocative remarks from Russian officials. Whether by deploying extra subs or repositioning current assets, the administration’s decision underscores the heightened tensions and strategic posturing currently roiling international defense circles.
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Minnesota governor calls in the troops after St Paul cyberattack
Jessica Lyons / theregister - 'This was a deliberate, coordinated, digital attack' Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has activated the state's National Guard and declared a state of emergency in response to a cyberattack on the city of Saint Paul.…
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Cambodia confirms first deaths in cross-border conflict with Thailand - Financial Times
google - Cambodia confirms first deaths in cross-border conflict with Thailand Financial Times
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The €1bn NATO Innovation Fund loses another partner, hires two
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Thai fighter jets hit Cambodian border amid escalating tensions
Thai F-16s have struck targets in Cambodia amid a long-standing border dispute. The aerial assault highlights renewed regional friction and military brinkmanship along the contentious border, leaving onlookers to wonder if diplomacy is truly in the flight plan this time around.
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Russia’s drone swarms pierce Ukraine’s defences at record rate - Financial Times
google - Russia’s drone swarms pierce Ukraine’s defences at record rate Financial Times
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Israel strikes Gaza Catholic church amid international shock and terse diplomacy
Israeli forces struck a Gaza Catholic church, killing three and sparking international uproar. In a twist as tragic as it is baffling, Israeli leader Netanyahu later expressed regret following a curt Trump phone call—because apparently, even crisis calls can be brisk.
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Defense manufacturing startup Hadrian closes $260 million funding round led by Peter Thiel's Founders Fund
cnbc - Defense startup Hadrian on Thursday announced the closing of $260 million Series C funding round led by Peter Thiel's Founders Fund and Lux Capital.
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Anthropic, Google, OpenAI and xAI granted up to $200 million for AI work from Defense Department
cnbc - The DoD's Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office said the awards will help the agency accelerate its adoption of AI solutions.
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Trump Sends Patriot Missiles to Ukraine Amid Rising Tensions
In a notable twist on military aid, U.S. officials are poised to deliver Patriot missiles to Ukraine following a recent envoy visit to Kyiv. The administration’s aggressive arms transfer move – now sporting a dash of missile precision – has critics wondering if high-stakes diplomacy might soon come with extra firepower.
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The military might finally win the right to repair
Andre Revilla / engadget - Senators Tim Sheehy and Elizabeth Warren have introduced a bipartisan bill to enshrine a right to repair for military equipment. The legislation, called the “Warrior Right to Repair Act,” would codify the right-to-repair provisions that Defense Secretary …
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