Startup Says It’s Launching a Test Weapon Into Orbit
"We are developing this Orbital Magazine technology on our own dime and moving incredibly fast." The post Startup Says It’s Launching a Test Weapon Into Orbit appeared first on Futurism.| Futurism
“The man is an avowed racist and a fascist, and he is using all the tools at his disposal to| TheGrio
On Friday, the Trump administration escalated its military presence in the Caribbean and South America by announcing the deployment of an aircraft carrier group to the region. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave the green light to send the USS Gerald R. Ford—described by the US Navy as “the most capable, adaptable, and lethal combat platform […]| Mother Jones
Want to honor a service member with a personalized bourbon gift this holiday? Green River's new program lets you create custom military tribute labels completely free. Read the full article at Green River Bourbon Offers Free Custom Military Labels| The Whiskey Wash
WASHINGTON—Occasionally pausing to rub his bleeding temple as he delivered the statement, visibly bruised Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth declared Friday that wobbly barstools were a threat to national security. “Our enemies are attempting to destabilize the United States by planting those rickety deathtraps in our nation’s restaurants, breweries, and watering holes, and now they […] The post Visibly Bruised Pete Hegseth Declares Wobbly Barstools Threat To National Security appeared...| The Onion
When America embarked on the journey to build the Arsenal of Democracy in World War II, President Roosevelt had a simple instruction: “speed, speed, speed.” His emphasis on speed spurred on the production of lethal, mass-producible American warplanes that enabled the United States to win WWII. Some 80 years later, the urgency for speed is […] The post Space is a warfighting domain. We need wartime urgency for procurement reform. appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
Australian company HEO has imaged and modeled a mystery Chinese satellite prior to its reentry into Earth’s atmosphere, revealing previously unknown details about the spacecraft. The post HEO’s satellite-to-satellite imaging uncovers secrets of Chinese tech-test spacecraft appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
"We are developing this Orbital Magazine technology on our own dime and moving incredibly fast." The post Startup Says It’s Launching a Test Weapon Into Orbit appeared first on Futurism.| Futurism
Resisting the fetish of force demands a scientific and political confrontation with the structures that sustain and normalize organized violence.| E-International Relations
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
The Supreme Court must not shirk its obligation to ensure that presidents cannot conscript the military in an effort to undermine democracy. The post The Supreme Court: the Last Defense Against Trump’s Military Police State appeared first on Just Security.| Just Security
Congress and the public must do more to address the dangerous pressures imposed on servicemembers and defend the guardrails that protect both U.S. forces and democracy. The post The Caribbean Strikes and the Collapse of Legal Oversight in U.S. Military Operations appeared first on Just Security.| Just Security
The United States’ goal of completing a crewed moon mission before China has been coined as the new space race, reminiscent of the days of Apollo. Similar to Apollo and the space race with the Soviet Union, the principle of non-sovereignty is at issue as is the rule-based international order. The issue of non-sovereignty in […] The post A soft power strategy to preserve non-sovereignty from Chinese land claims on the moon appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
China launched the latest in a series of clandestine satellites Thursday, using the country’s most powerful rocket to send the spacecraft to geosynchronous transfer orbit. The post China expands classified geostationary satellite series with Long March 5 launch appeared first on SpaceNews.| SpaceNews
By Koroi Hawkins, RNZ Pacific editor 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| Asia Pacific Report
COMMENTARY: By Caitlin Johnstone It’s bizarre how little mainstream attention is given to the fact that the President of the United States has repeatedly confessed to being bought and owned by the world’s richest Israeli, especially given how intensely fixated his political opposition was on the possibility that he was compromised by a foreign government| Asia Pacific Report
Pacific Media Watch Pacific Media Watch supports the call by the Paris-based global media freedom watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF) for justice for the victims of crimes against journalists in Gaza, and its demand for immediate access to the Palestinian enclave for exiled journalists and foreign press. The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, confirmed| Asia Pacific Report
Asia Pacific Report Two leftwing opposition members of the Knesset protested in the middle of US President Donald Trump’s historic and rambling speech praising the Gaza ceasefire and his administration in West Jerusalem today. MK Ayman Odeh, a lawyer and chair of the mainly Arab Hadash-Ta’al party, was escorted out of the Knesset plenum after| Asia Pacific Report
It wasn't typhus that plagued his troops. The post The real killer of Napoleon’s army revealed by DNA testing appeared first on Popular Science.| Popular Science
Following years of underinvestment, the German army is restocking its arsenal The post How Germany is preparing for war appeared first on The Spectator World.| The Spectator World
Yes, the horses were a throwback to a bygone era, but isn't the Army proud of its history? The post Why the Army needs the cavalry appeared first on The Spectator World.| The Spectator World
Previously, individual agencies could manage their own communications with Congress.| Daily Breeze
Very strange. The post SpaceX’s Classified Military Satellites Emitting “Mysterious Signal” appeared first on Futurism.| Futurism
It also works against the "growing threat" of "adversarial spacecraft." The post Startup Reveals “Space Armor” to Protect Astronauts From Elon Musk’s Orbital Trash appeared first on Futurism.| Futurism
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
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At a recent gathering of top military brass in Quantico, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth called for the armed forces to abandon what he called “woke culture” and return to a rigid “warrior” ethos. He pledged sweeping changes to fitness, grooming, and disciplinary standards, changes that critics warn could push women out of roles they […]| Feminist Majority Foundation
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
Adam Watson (00:00) Welcome back to “Simplifying the State,” the podcast where we break down politics so you don’t have to try to figure out why the president posted an AI video of himself dressed as a grim reaper playing a cowbell. As always, I’m Adam Watson. Drew (00:13) And I’m Drew Garfinkle. Adam Watson...| The Globe
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
Unravelling the US Agenda in Venezuela Fishermen Caught in the Crossfire (21WIRE) – On Wednesday, Trump revealed that he had given the Central Intelligence Agency the green light to carry out covert operations within Venezuela, [...] The post Unravelling the US Agenda in Venezuela first appeared on The Liberty Beacon.| The Liberty Beacon
Kyle Bass Sounds Alarm-U.S. Military Explosives Supply-Tennessee Plant Blast| The Liberty Beacon
Board Chair Kai Kahele plans to take up the issue at an OHA meeting on the Big Island in November.| Honolulu Civil Beat
Sixty years ago, Harold Wilson’s Labour government secretly conspired with the Indonesian military as it conducted one of the postwar world’s worst bloodbaths. By Mark Curtis Declassified UK British declassified files show how Harold Wilson’s Labour government, together with the U.S.…Read more →| Consortium News
In his recent Provocation, Claremont Institute Washington Fellow Scott Yenor savagely criticizes Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s 1996 opinion in US v Virginia, writing that her opinion “banned single-sex education at Virginia Military Institute (VMI).” Yenor asserts that Ginsburg portrayed “single-sex institutions [as] artifacts of prejudice” and calls for a reversal of US v Virginia and... Read more about: Don’t Blame the Supreme Court for VMI The post Don’t Blame the Supreme Cou...| The American Mind
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
UK, 1848: a tendency to ‘talk shop’—UK, 1854: something that is characteristic of a shop displaying various kinds of goods (i.e., something that is composed of disparate commonplace elements)| word histories
I have found an interesting paper ("'Bombing to Win' at 25" published on the blog War on the Rocks) that says, Recent scholarship on historical uses of airpower in World War II highlights the utility of strategic airpower not as a war-winning instrument in its own right, but as a highly effective enabler of other services in joint operations. Unfortunately, this paper has no references. I understand that airpower has several key roles in addition to its strategic bombing capabilities (e.g., a...| Recent Questions - History Stack Exchange
Arguably one of the most important military inventions of World War 2 was the proximity fuze. It greatly increased the lethality of artillery shells, since an airburst has a higher chance of covering trenches with shell fragments, and soldiers laying on the ground in as low a position as possible are more likely killed or injured by artillery shells exploding in the air because of the larger cross section when the shell explodes in the air. I would think that, since the invention of the proxi...| Recent Questions - History Stack Exchange
Awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to María Corina Machado might serve as a watershed moment for Venezuela’s long slide toward authoritarianism and force a reckoning within elite circles. Christopher Sabatini, Senior Research Fellow for Latin America at Chatham House, joins us for a sobering analysis: It will merely serve as a symbolic act that could very well galvanise international attention, embolden domestic opposition, and test the limits of Venezuela’s ruthless regime. There has been a...| France 24
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
In an extremely unusual move, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth called hundreds of generals and admirals stationed from around the world to convene in Virginia on Tuesday — with about a week’s notice. He announced 10 new directives that would shift the military’s culture away from what he called “woke garbage” and toward a “warrior […]| The 19th
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
Reading Time: 7minutes A bump in Canada’s NATO spending commitments could lead to infrastructure investments that would benefit rural areas The post Will investments in defence benefit Canadian agriculture? appeared first on Country Guide.| Country GuideCountry Guide
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
Today the Princess of Wales visited RAF Coningsby, the first time since becoming Royal Honorary Air Commodore in 2023 – and revealed her youngest child fancies a career as a pilot. Catherine began her visit by having a private meeting with Group Captain Paul O’Grady, Station Commander and Warrant Officer Nikki Nolan, Station Warrant Officer […] The post ‘Louis wants to be a pilot’ says Catherine at RAF Coningsby appeared first on The Crown Chronicles.| The Crown Chronicles
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
In his opening salvo, the esteemed Scott Yenor righteously scrutinizes the travesty of single-sex education at the Virginia Military Institute (VMI). Yenor lays bare the deleterious effects that forced sex integration has had on honor, cohesion, and the society into which graduates of the school march. What he emphasizes less, however, is how the Supreme... Read more about: How to Make Enough Good Men The post How to Make Enough Good Men appeared first on The American Mind.| The American Mind
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
To display this content from YouTube, you must enable advertisement tracking and audience measurement.| France 24
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
Maximize your Disneyland experience with exclusive military discounts and benefits available for active duty and retired service members. The post Exclusive Disneyland Military Discounts and Perks You Will Love appeared first on Kiss My Tulle.| Kiss My Tulle
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
The U.S. House of Representatives voted on Sept. 10 to approve a plan to restore chiropractic services at more than a dozen U.S. military bases where services have been arbitrarily discontinued. The action is consistent with the Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) ongoing concern over the use of opioids by active-duty members of the military and [...] Read More... The post House Directs Defense Department to Restore Chiropractic to Military Bases appeared first on ACA Today.| ACA Today
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
The Carney Government’s planned military and defence spending will have impacts here at home| The Independent
In the following report, our co-editor Keith Bennett reflects on witnessing the grand parade in Beijing marking the 80th anniversary of China’s victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the Global Anti-Fascist War. Keith notes that the parade impressively showcased advanced military technology—ranging from hypersonic missiles and drones to nuclear-capable systems—demonstrating China’s … Continue reading The message of the Victory Day parade: justice will preva...| Friends of Socialist China
Golden Dome’s cost: anywhere from billions to trillions, depending on design Golden Dome’s cost: anywhere from billions to trillions, depending on design| SpaceNews
'Those verses were not about the United States military,' said Brian Kaylor, a Baptist minister and author. 'They weren't really even about any imperial military force, and quite the opposite.'| Word&Way
At least five activists have stormed the German headquarters of Elbit Systems, damaging furniture and equipment. They are following the example of the British group “Palestine Action,” which has successfully weakened Israel’s largest arms manufacturer. On Monday, a at least five activists forced their way into Elbit’s Ulm offices, breaking down doors, smashing windows, and […] Der Beitrag Activists storm headquarters of Israeli arms manufacturer Elbit in Germany and damage property ...| Matthias Monroy
TRANSLATORS NOTE (1940) [U.S. has not yet entered the Second World War] In July, 1941, the undeclared war between China and Japan will enter its fifth year. One of the most significant features of the struggle has been the organization of the Chinese people for unlimited guerrilla warfare. The development of this warfare has followed… Read More »Uproar in the East, Strike in the West: Samuel B. Griffith on Mao Zedong’s Yu Chi Chan (Guerrilla Warfare) The post Uproar in the East, Strike ...| Driverless Crocodile
In space, the old debates about turf are obsolete| SpaceNews
The latest source of outrage within the Pentagon establishment is the rightful end of Army Lieutenant General Douglas Sims’s career, which has drawn loud protests from both active-duty and retired officers.| The American Way of Life
a narrow escape from danger, disaster or mishap—UK, 1820—refers to the act of shaving with a cutthroat razor, which may result in injury| word histories
One of the defense attorneys said his client may be a scapegoat for those truly responsible.| Honolulu Civil Beat
A slim majority of Americans say they would like their senators to vote to convict Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial.| Gallup.com
By Ethan Faverino | The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) is under criticism from parents and community members over a BrainPOP lesson taught to elementary students that compares the struggles of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American military aviators, to those of LGBTQ+ service members. The lesson, part of BrainPOP’s supplemental curriculum, has sparked| AZ FREE NEWS - Your #1 Source for Arizona News & Politics!
Judge Charles Breyer’s ruling was based on an 1878 law that prevents federal troops from being used for regular law enforcement activities.| Orange County Register
Generals are not meant to adjudicate political issues—they are obligated to do what they are told by their civilian superiors.| The American Mind
Boy Scout Troop 1571 touring the USS John C. Stennis (CVN-74) in 2018, docked at Naval Base Kitsap–Bremerton, Washington State. Photo courtesy of the author.| Journal of Political Risk
Approximately 27 kilometers from the China-North Korean border, the Sinpung-dong Missile Operating Base is an undeclared North Korean missile base.| Beyond Parallel
From July 9-18, Taiwan’s military and other supporting government agencies conducted this year’s iteration of the Han Kuang exercise (漢光演習)—a military exercise conducted every year since 1984 to simulate the response to an invasion of Taiwan, and the largest single event on the annual calendar of the Republic of China (ROC) Ministry of National Defense (MND). Iterations of Han Kuang in recent years had followed a roughly similar schedule of events: often opening with ship and ai...| Global Taiwan Institute
The US is banking on a long-delayed radar overhaul to give its venerable B-52 bomber sharper eyes and longer reach, a modernization hailed as essential| Asia Times
When I joined the Naval Reserve after my time serving active duty in the United States Navy, I chose my […]| Broad + Liberty
