The Army is saying goodbye to the Humvee, a classic that's been around since the 1980s. The new Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) is lighter, faster, and cheaper. It's more like a dune buggy than a tank. This change shows the Army is moving away from old, heavy equipment to newer, quicker tech. The ISV is based on a regular Chevrolet Colorado truck. It's easier to fix be...
Aaron Judge's defensive skills were on full display during the Yankees' 11-0 victory over the Cubs. His ability to make spectacular catches is becoming a common sight, but it always leaves fans and teammates holding their breath. Judge's most impressive play came in the eighth inning. He made a diving catch near the right field line, robbing Kyle Tucker of a potenti...
Kevin Stein, the CEO of TransDigm Group Inc. , has been making headlines, but not for the reasons you might think. This Ohio-based company, which supplies parts for military and commercial aircraft, has been under the microscope for years. Back in 2019, an audit revealed that TransDigm had made millions in excess profit from federal defense contracts. Lawmakers from ...
Britain and France have joined forces to address the growing issue of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats. This new agreement, announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, aims to send some migrants back to France while accepting others with legitimate asylum claims. The plan, known as the "one in, one out" deal, is...
The Salt Path, a popular book and recent movie, is now under scrutiny. The story is about a couple who walk 630 miles after losing their home. But now, some people say the author, Raynor Winn, didn't tell the whole truth. The Observer, a newspaper, says Winn didn't lose her home because of a bad business deal. Instead, they say she stole money from her job. To pay i...
In a relentless assault, Russia unleashed a staggering 537 drones and missiles into Ukraine overnight. The Ukrainian air force reported this massive attack, which marked one of the largest strikes since the war began. During the chaos, Ukraine lost one of its F-16 fighter jets and the brave pilot, Lt. Col. Maksym Ustimenko. He managed to down seven enemy targets bef...
Germany is making a big change. It's planning to spend more on its military. This is a huge deal because Germany has always been cautious about military spending. A few years ago, the U. S. president said that countries like Germany needed to spend more on defense. This got people talking. Soon after, Germany's new chancellor said that building up the military was n...
In a groundbreaking development, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory has showcased its capabilities by identifying over 2, 000 previously unknown asteroids in just 10 hours of observation. This includes seven near-Earth asteroids, none of which pose an immediate threat to our planet. The observatory's advanced technology and rapid data processing have set a new standard fo...
A recent NATO summit saw a big change in how member countries plan to handle defense spending. The U. S. pushed for this change, and many countries agreed to increase their defense budgets. This move is seen as a way to strengthen the alliance and share the burden more fairly. The summit was a big deal because it got many countries to promise to spend more on defens...
China has introduced a new type of tiny drone, about the size of a mosquito. These small drones are being developed for special missions, like gathering information on the battlefield without being noticed. The drone, created at a military university in Hunan province, is incredibly small—just 2 centimeters long and weighs less than 0. 2 grams. Technology is advanci...