Washington, DC—As our nation approaches the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the National Endowment for the Arts and Mid-America Arts Alliance are proud to continue support for US military personnel, […]| State Foundation on Culture and the Arts
Bipartisan commission report says China is moving fast, and the United States must decide whether to match the pace The post China’s space ambitions hit a new gear appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
For nearly 80 years, the specter of nuclear war has haunted humankind, shaping foreign policy, military strategy, and international relations. The principle of “mutually assured destruction” (MAD) has been the cornerstone of global stability since the dawn of the atomic age. Yet, this fragile equilibrium has always depended on one terrifying certainty: No defense is […] The post How Golden Dome could make nuclear weapons irrelevant appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
Sierra Space has completed key testing milestones for its Dream Chaser vehicle as the company explores both civil and national security missions for the spaceplane. The post Dream Chaser completes key tests ahead of first flight appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
Firefly deepens push into defense market after closing SciTec acquisition Firefly deepens push into defense market after closing SciTec acquisition| SpaceNews
In their first joint event, the organizations will collect non-perishable food items and more to support military personnel, veterans, and families.| CityView NC
“I watched the twin towers going down, and kids going to Afghanistan,” the 69-year-old U.S. Army and 82nd Airborne veteran says about Sept. 11, 2001 and the Global War on Terror.| CityView NC
USA—1941 (slang of the Marines): a state of disorder or confusion—1959 (High-School slang): a prank in which the occupants of a vehicle which has temporarily come to a stop must jump out, run around the vehicle and get back in| word histories
Reflections on a year spent teaching history at the United States Military Academy| CONTINGENT
Cults steal many things from their members, including happy childhoods. Our early years should be filled with freedom and fun. However, for children raised in cults, childhood can be filled with hard labor and indoctrination. This was the case for Michael Brown. His parents’ involvement with Scientology marked Mike’s childhood in many negative ways. His parents joined Scientology when Mike was seven, following his father, a former US Marine who was wounded in Vietnam, buying a copy of “...| Freedom of Mind Resource Center
In an era where information is as potent as any physical weapon, psychological operations (psyops) have become a cornerstone of national defense strategies. The U.S. Army’s approach to recruitment for its psyops division offers a stark illustration of the importance of these tactics. A recruitment video, described as “foreboding” by the Army Times, reveals the strategic depth and the intense nature of psychological warfare, underlining the tagline “Who’s pulling the strings?” This...| Freedom of Mind Resource Center
In this enlightening episode, I speak to Ryan McBeth, an experienced military veteran and a recognized figure in cybersecurity, military analysis, and artificial intelligence, to explore a range of thought-provoking topics. Ryan brings a wealth of knowledge from his 20 years of service as an anti-armor and heavy weapons infantryman and his prolific work as a software architect, novelist, and YouTube content creator. Ryan appears on NEWSMAX as an intelligence consultant and consults for Velo...| Freedom of Mind Resource Center
I was honored to have an enlightening discussion with Daniella Mestyanek Young shortly after the release of her acclaimed memoir Uncultured in 2022. In this conversation a year later, we delved into the intricacies of her early departure from the Children of God (COG) religious sex cult, her military journey as a former Army Captain in the Intelligence Corps, and the unsettling convergence of undue influence. Since our last exchange, Daniella earned her Master’s in Industrial and Organizati...| Freedom of Mind Resource Center
In 1991, the Tailhook scandal rocked the U.S. Navy. Hundreds of aviators at a Las Vegas convention engaged in misconduct that shocked the public. The fallout was swift. Policies that had long rewarded tactical excellence and operational rigor gave way to gender sensitivity training, compliance mandates, and a culture of political correctness. Officers who once... Read more about: How Pete Hegseth Is Strengthening America’s Military The post How Pete Hegseth Is Strengthening America’s Mili...| The American Mind
Whether they’re employees, guests or active-duty military members flying on assignment, we’re honored to call veterans and service members a part of our family and prioritize their care and comfort on every flight and in every interaction. The post This Veterans Day: A surprise reunion, a meaningful final flight and a hero’s welcome home appeared first on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air.| Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air
The featured image in our recent entry about enslaved Patriot naval pilot Cesar Tarrant isn’t a portrait of Tarrant—at least as far as we know. It’s a striking portrait of an unidentified Black sailor, perhaps activist Paul Cuffe, painted around 1800 and held in the collections of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Read more about: Forgeries, Fakes, Oh My!| Encyclopedia Virginia
Di Hein Htet Kyaw. Originale pubblicato il 17 ottobre 2025 con il titolo Why Myanmar’s Military Dictatorships are Fascist Regimes. Traduzione italiana di Enrico Sanna. Già George Orwell avvertiva che la parola “fascismo” spesso si riduce ad un banale insulto. Si ricordano i tratti più evidenti, come il dispotismo e il militarismo, tralasciando le basi...| Center for a Stateless Society
The Bilyi River after the removal of an obsolete dam. Image: Danube-Carpathian Programme Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has brought death and destruction not only to towns and cities, but als…| The Freshwater Blog
(DCNF)—Seventeen transgender Air Force members are suing the Trump administration for allegedly denying them early retirement benefits, according to new court filings submitted Monday. The plaintiffs allege that the Air Force illegally rescinded their retirement orders after serving between 15 and 18 years in the service, according to the complaint filed in the U.S. Court […] The post Transgender Air Force Members Sue Over Canceled Early Retirement and Benefits appeared first on based und...| based underground
In 2025, Canada faces growing threats to our rights, freedoms, and prosperity. We just marked Remembrance Day and now more than ever we need to stand up for the sacrifices that so many made in order for us to live in a free nation. What can we do to turn things around?| Frontier Centre For Public Policy
Known locally as Batu Tenggek meaning the ‘sitting boulder’, the unusual Lower Perak War Memorial at Teluk Intan was unveiled in 1926 and commemorates the men of Lower Perak who gave their lives during the First World War. Later, a reference to those killed during the Second World War was added. Background and unveiling ceremony […]| Malaysia 1786 – 1957
By Sen. Warren Petersen | America is a country founded on the principle that all men are created equal and endowed by their Creator with the inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. For almost 250 years, these rights, freedoms, and values have shaped our nation into the world’s foremost superpower, a […] The post WARREN PETERSEN: Americans Should Cherish Veterans Day first appeared on AZ FREE NEWS.| AZ FREE NEWS
As a U.S. Army helicopter pilot, Ryan Welch didn’t think about equipment manufacturers when he was in the middle of a mission. If he knew the name of the equipment company, it probably meant something had gone wrong. The best products worked reliably, earning trust without fanfare. For Ryan, that’s the kind of trust BAE […] The post Huntsville Veteran’s Experience Shapes Mission-Critical Technology appeared first on Huntsville Business Journal.| Huntsville Business Journal
It’s Veterans Day and although I’ve never served in the military, there’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think of all the sacrifices our brave soldiers have... The post 48 Ways to Honor a Veteran for Their Service This Veterans Day appeared first on Johnny Jet.| Johnny Jet
The financial benefits of joining the military are second to none. Veterans receive fantastic opportunities to improve their lives after military service, which can aid ... Read more| Partners in Fire
Director Kathryn Bigelow’s first movie in eight years plays to her strengths with a dynamite ensemble cast trying to process a ticking clock of doom and their dwindling options. It’s an incredibly taut and thrilling movie elevated by Bigelow’s penchant for later-career verisimilitude. A nuclear missile is launched from an Asian country (North Korea? Russia? […]| nathanzoebl
The Fagen Fighters WII Museum south of Granite Falls, Minnesota, is home to dozens of airworthy fighter planes and bombers, and has plenty of stories to tell of the people who flew them.| Best of the Midwest
Many hundreds of pieces of the United States Military Historical Collection are on display at the Willmar City Auditorium in observance of Veterans Day. The pieces date as far back as the Civil War.| West Central Tribune
A Gaza resident tells his story of the struggle to survive in Israel’s Gaza genocide today, “ceasefire” or not. SPECIAL REPORT: By Qasem Waleed El-Farra On October 19, Israel launched a barrage of airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, killing dozens of people in a blatant violation of US President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan, which had| Asia Pacific Report
Asia Pacific Report The arrest of the former top lawyer in the Israeli military for the leak of a video showing Israeli soldiers assaulting a Palestinian detainee at the Sde Teiman military prison has created a political and legal storm in Israel. The Israeli government is accusing Military Advocate-General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalm of “blood libel” against| Asia Pacific Report
COMMENTARY: By Martyn Bradbury, editor of The Daily Blog Why is Aotearoa New Zealand aiding Israel in any way shape or form with a liaison officer? NEWS ITEM: NZ Defence Force deploys liaison officer to Israel The NZ Defence Force has deployed a liaison officer to Israel, to help inform the government on next steps| Asia Pacific Report
Democracy Now! NERMEEN SHAIKH: We begin today’s Democracy Now! show looking at US-China relations and President Trump’s threat to resume nuclear weapons testing. President Trump and President Xi Jinping met in South Korea and agreed to a one-year trade truce, but the trade deal was overshadowed by Trump’s announcement that the US would resume testing| Asia Pacific Report
The New Arab Palestinian officials have accused Israel of using the issue of captive bodies in the Gaza Strip as a pretext to violate the ceasefire and prolong its military presence in the devastated territory. The officials said Israel was exploiting the matter to justify new attacks, stop aid entering the territory, and delay the| Asia Pacific Report
Asia Pacific Report A national pro-Palestinian advocacy group has accused the New Zealand government of providing political cover and rewarding the Israeli genocide by deploying a “liaison officer” to the US-brokered peace plan for the besieged enclave. “It’s a knee-jerk reaction for New Zealand to send in the troops to the Middle East to back| Asia Pacific Report
Asia Pacific Report The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) has challenged Defence Minister Judith Collins over her “can’t be trusted” backing for controversial BlackSky Technology satellite launches and called on the Prime Minister to withdraw approval. National co-chair John Minto today wrote to Prime Minister Christopher Luxon — who is currently in Korea for the| Asia Pacific Report
Asia Pacific Report Middle East political analyst Zeidon Alkinani says Israel’s military is continuing “business as usual” to the east of the yellow line in Gaza in spite of the ceasefire deal. The military withdrew behind the yellow line as part of the ceasefire deal, while the government works to ensure “absolute gains” in the| Asia Pacific Report
A timeline that chronicles major events in the Trump administration’s campaign of lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. The post Timeline of Vessel Strikes and Related Actions appeared first on Just Security.| Just Security
On military bases from Virginia to the Middle East, pistols made by NH-based Sig Sauer have unintentionally fired, seriously wounding soldiers in some instances.| New Hampshire Public Radio
Washington, DC – On October 31st, the Secure Families Initiative, an organization that represents active-duty military families, won a legal challenge invalidating parts of the March 25th Executive Order that would further restrict the ability for military servicemembers, their families, and overseas citizens from voting while living far away from home. Among its provisions, the […]| Secure Families Initiative
Stock up at 5.11 Tactical, grab a free meal at Chili’s, and enjoy more deals honoring U.S. military and first responders| EMS1
This report summarizes the inaugural conference, Integrating Climate Change into Professional Military Education, held in Stockholm, Sweden and virtually from 24-25 January 2024.| International Military Council on Climate and Security
As cross-Strait tensions become more complex, a budding trilateral security partnership between the United States, Japan, and the Philippines has emerged. Since the April 2024 US-Japan-Philippines trilateral summit, these three partners have deepened defense cooperation through joint Indo-Pacific exercises. For instance, this past May, the trilateral partners successfully conducted the first-ever humanitarian assistance and disaster response (HADR) table-top exercise during the Philippines' a...| Global Taiwan Institute
John Davis Billings (1842-1933) from Massachusetts, was a soldier during the Civil War. Later he wrote a book about Army life, first publi...| researchingfoodhistory.blogspot.com
The Trump administration is in early planning stages for ground military operations on Mexican soil targeting drug cartels, marking a significant escalation in its anti-narcotics campaign.| Spreadsheet Point
We all have to work to make money so we can pay our bills, enjoy life’s amenities, and have a comfortable retirement. Unfortunately, the reality is that life| ELH / HR4Sight
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Graham Platner, a combat veteran running a Democratic primary campaign for a Maine seat in the U.S. Senate, is getting hit with caricatures, which is the worst form of bigotry. Let’s look at him in 3-D. By Patrick Lawrence Special to…Read more →| Consortium News
Lead musket balls and cannon shot highlight a lesser known facet of the Battle of Culloden. The post 18th century lead ammo found in Scottish Highlands appeared first on Popular Science.| Popular Science
The United States military has won several key victories in its more than 240-year history.| Survival World
By Koroi Hawkins The Solomon Islands government is looking into establishing a defence force which would make it the fourth Pacific nation to have a military. Some parliamentarians support the idea, while others are pointing to the country’s history of violent unrest. National Security Minister Jimson Tanagada said the government was in the early stages […] The post ‘Not an attempt to militarise our nation’ – Solomon Islands considers own military appeared first on Café Pacific | D...| Café Pacific | David Robie
Two days ago, the U.S. carried out the sixth known military strike on an alleged drug trafficking vessel in the Caribbean. Two men on the submarine survived the attack and were detained by the military. Today, the Trump administration released them back to their home countries. Trump claimed those aboard the submarine were narcoterrorists whose […]| TrumpFile.org
Capitalism and war have always been profoundly connected. Max Weber noted the important role that financing the wars of European states played in the development of early modern capitalism.1 The bond remains as tight as ever today. As the illusions… Continue Reading → The post Understanding the Permanent Arms Economy: an introduction to the political economy of Michael Kidron appeared first on International Socialism.| International Socialism
A U.S. Navy sailor was extorted for thousands of dollars after connecting with someone on the dating app Tinder in a case that highlights the growing threat of online scams, according authorities.| News 3 WTKR Norfolk
The former president of the Mid-Atlantic Maritime Academy in Norfolk has pleaded guilty to providing false information to the Coast Guard during an investigation, according to federal prosecutors.| News 3 WTKR Norfolk
The ICA's latest exhibition by Tanoa Sasraku is an eye-opening commentary on the complexities of the inherent links between oil and national identity. The post Morale Patch explores the true costs of the oil industry appeared first on Artefact.| Artefact
Kymeta to supply flat-panel satellite antennas to U.S. Army Kymeta to supply flat-panel satellite antennas to U.S. Army| SpaceNews
Learn how to properly display the American flag, including how to carry it and how to fold a flag. Plus, learn about the details of the American flag and other important guidelines. Whether you call it Old Glory, the Stars and Stripes, or the Star-Spangled Banner, most of the rules, customs, and traditions governing the| Farmers' Almanac – Plan Your Day. Grow Your Life.
Vietnam saw some of the most famous fighter jets and dogfights in the history of modern warfare. These jets defined the conflict that defined a generation. The air war in Vietnam was as sprawling as it was vicious, leading to some of the worst destruction caused by aircraft in the…| Aero Corner
By Koroi Hawkins, RNZ Pacific editor| Asia Pacific Report
Previously, individual agencies could manage their own communications with Congress.| Daily Breeze
In the past, large-scale exercises “occurred in Alaska,” one general says. “Now, this is high-end training that is occurring — that is about Alaska, from Alaska.”| Northern Journal
Iraq’s PM said developments in Syria required keeping 250 to 350 advisers.| Daily Breeze
Key Takeaways VA loans offer 100% financing, no PMI, and flexible credit requirements. VA appraisals are stricter than conventional ones to ensure home safety and value. Managing credit card debt before applying can significantly improve approval chances. ACCC can help ... Read More »| Consumer Credit
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told generals to commit war crimes, ignore international law. Trump ordered military to use cities as "training grounds" to fight "enemy within"| Geopolitical Economy Report
Is the U.S. military already in the early stages of a Trump-led coup against our Constitution?Inside the Pentagon, loyalty is being elevated above law as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth quietly removes senior military lawyers, the very officials meant to uphold legality and restraint, and replaces th...| Raw Story
This study looked at the sleep quality of military Service members and Veterans who experience dizziness compared to those who do not experience dizziness. Why This Matters Dizziness is relatively common in the military population, often linked to mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), blast exposures, or other health issues. Poor sleep is also a significant concern among Service members and Veterans. Both dizziness and inadequate sleep can increase the r...| Vestibular Disorders Association
A global ranking of countries most impacted by terrorism, using the latest available data from the Global Terrorism Index. The post Countries Most Impacted by Terrorism – Ranked 2025 appeared first on The Facts Institute.| The Facts Institute
President Donald Trump is set to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for talks at the White House on Friday, with the U.S. leader signaling he's not ready to agree to sell Kyiv a long-range missile system that the Ukrainians say they desperately need. On Tursday, the U.S. president and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a lengthy phone call to discuss the war in Ukraine, following which Trump appeared to downplay the prospects of Ukraine getting Tomahawk missiles. Story by Monte F...| France 24
Kyle Bass Sounds Alarm-U.S. Military Explosives Supply-Tennessee Plant Blast| The Liberty Beacon
America leads the world in aerospace, software, and clean energy. Here's how it can lead in maritime, too.| Freethink
Previously, service helped protect families from deportation and a better chance of receiving green cards.| Daily Press
The U.S. military is moving forward with plans to build a dedicated facility in Idaho to train pilots from Qatar, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Friday.| Scripps News
Earlier this month President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Peter Hegseth met with over 800 senior military leaders. What happened afterward is a sign of our| The American Conservative
Using an $800 consumer satellite dish, researchers were able to pick up text messages, industrial data, military chatter, and more.| Futurism
Provocations #8 Click here to view a PDF version. The Provocations series is available in hard copy and e-book formats on Amazon. Summary: American men face a mounting crisis. They lag behind women in education, are edged out of careers, and see their distinct needs dismissed as illegitimate. Our civil-rights framework forbids even acknowledging the […] The post Not Enough Good Men: Gender Integration and the Collapse of the Virginia Military Institute appeared first on The American Way of ...| The American Way of Life
By Olivia Pero ~ President Donald Trump hosted a Navy celebration today for its 250th birthday at Naval Station Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia, Sunday. While the government has been shut down since Wednesday, Trump said on Truth Social that “the show must go on” despite certain Democrats trying “to destroy this wonderful celebration of the […]| PA Pundits International
MM has some dental issues. Have you ever had to go to the dentist? Well, that is my story for today. *Dental Woes*. Well for the last few months, I would periodically get these shooting pains that would hit me in the skull originating from above my jawline. And then the rest of the day, … Continue reading While predictions can be fun, they’re no substitute for living in the moment.| Metallicman
After I left the Navy, I worked in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in a steel company. For a short period of time, I lived with my father’s mother; my paternal grandmother. She was very “old school”. She was a traditional woman. And I want to relate just one story of a memory that I have of her. And … Continue reading Not every X marks the spot—but teamwork does| Metallicman
Any lover of military aviation can tell you that the military has loads of different designations for the aircraft they use. A few are relatively straightforward, but most are vague, confusing and sometimes even contradictory. As each military around the world has their own, oftentimes unique, aircraft designation system, this…| Aero Corner
Between Marxist ideology, COVID mandates, Black Lives Matters, DEI, “climate” hysteria, and other absurdities, the U.S. military was going so far off the rails that many experts wondered if it could even win wars anymore. On this episode of Behind The Deep State with The New American magazine’s Alex Newman, Col. Ron Scott, PhD, USAF (Ret.), leader ...| The New American
Been distracted from posting. Trying to prep my long-gestating Big Book on Artificial Intelligence! (Isn't everyone writing one?) But let's zoom in on current events.| CONTRARY BRIN
Russia’s evolving calculus in its relations with Iran has been rooted in its broader position in a changing geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.| Manara Magazine
The decision to revert the “Department of Defense” to the original “Department of War,” may signal an end to the wokification of the US Military, but will it stop the mentality of forever wars?| Crisis Magazine
A federal judge late Sunday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from deploying any National Guard units to Oregon at all, after a legal whirlwind that began hours earlier when the president mobilized California troops for Portland after the same judge blocked him from using Oregon's National Guard the day before. Story by Simon Moritz.| France 24
….Military Officer Security architect and columnist Lieutenant Colonel Martin Dziedzorm Dey, has cautioned that the Ghana Police Service’s long-standing reliance on mass deployments to deter election-related violence has consistently failed to manage crowd behaviour. In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, Lt. Col. Dey, said police crowd-control strategies often allow voters and onlookers to […]| The Herald Ghana
–Reduced fees, issues fraud alerts The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) will recruit 12,000 personnel over the next three years, as part of a nationwide expansion drive, with reduced recruitment costs and strict measures in place to combat fraud. Deputy Defence Minister, Brogya Genfi, announced that the initiative aims to strengthen the country’s defence and security […]| The Herald Ghana
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Perched at 3,500 m in the Indian Himalayan Region, Leh is the historic capital of Ladakh, a high-altitude desert once criss-crossed by caravans trading between Tibet, Kashmir, and Central Asia. For centuries it sat on a branch of the Silk Road, its monasteries and markets reflecting a mix of Tibetan Buddhist, Central Asian and Kashmiri […]| Randomwire
Nose art is a decorative painting or design on the fuselage of an aircraft, typically on the front fuselage or nose section. This unique form of artistic expression has adorned military and civilian aircraft for over a century, reflecting the personal touches of pilots and crews, and serving as a morale booster during times of war and peace. The tradition of nose art is steeped in history, cultural significance, and artistic diversity, embodying the spirit and stories of the aircraft and thei...| PlaneHistoria
The drug trafficking mafia led by Venezuelan military officers is real, and it wouldn’t exist without Maduro’s support. But it’s not exactly what Trump says it is| Caracas Chronicles
Amid the ongoing social crisis in Serbia, which has lasted for over ten months, the Vučić government has decided to hold the largest military parade in the country’s history. According to retired military officer Petar Bošković, who spoke with Mašina, despite the enormous amount of resources spent on this parade, it would be incorrect to assume that it will be the best ever. The post Show of Force: Government Holds Military Parade in Belgrade appeared first on Mašina English.| Mašina English
The move aims to transition to a lasting U.S.-Iraq security partnership.| The Virginian-Pilot
Jackie Andres on the policy of the Israeli arms company, the campaign ‘Shut Elbit Down Germany’ and criticism of it Why are there protests again this week in front of Elbit Systems in Ulm? Because Elbit Systems is one of the main producers for the Israeli military. Around 80 percent of the drones used there […] Der Beitrag Protest camp in Ulm: ‘Elbit Systems enables the genocide in Gaza’ erschien zuerst auf Matthias Monroy.| Matthias Monroy
Learn how a simple PIVC insertion for gastroenteritis resulted in a massive PE. This case highlights under-recognized risks of this routine procedure.| ACEP Now
It is a promise to every American who counts on us to uphold their freedoms, even when no one is watching.| The American Mind
Real stability will not be achieved by forcing Hezbollah to disarm; it is contingent on creating a state that is more legitimate and capable.| Manara Magazine
The following speech includes a call to action to each of us. Please heed the advice given., By John Stewart Recently, I spoke at a very special sunrise service honoring Vietnam War veterans from a…| CherriesWriter - Vietnam War website
When the Australian Defence Force (ADF) set out to engage Australia’s next generation across the Navy, Army, and Air Force, they knew that visibility was only half the battle. The real mission? Creating a consistent, high-performance recruitment presence that could scale nationally, from major cities to remote regions, without losing impact. From January to August […] The post ADF Careers Across Australia in 2025: Our 16+ Expo Recruitment Run with Military Precision appeared first on Expo...| Expo Centric
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What’s it like growing up with a despot as a dad? As bonkers North Korean ruler Kim Jong Un parades his daughter around China, we look at how life turned out for some other tyrants’ kids| Daily Star