Laura Reed, a well-known expert in global security and U. S. foreign policy, is set to discuss the future of nuclear weapons in a world full of challenges. This event is organized by the World Affairs Council of Western Massachusetts and will take place on December 16th from noon to 1 p. m. at 1350
Non-lethal weapons are meant to control people without killing them. But sometimes, they can still hurt or even kill if used too close. So, a new kind of projectile was made. It's called a frangible projectile. It's small, about 18. 4 mm, and it's made of a special plastic called PMMA. Inside, it ha
The world is moving fast with tech. From AI to robotaxis, new things are popping up everywhere. But with all this progress, there's a dark side. The UN's top boss, António Guterres, says it's getting easier to make and use chemical weapons. He's not happy about it. In fact, he's calling on countries
Brazil is reaching out to the US for assistance in tackling organized crime and the smuggling of weapons. This request comes as part of broader trade discussions, following a recent police operation in Brazil that targeted tax evasion and money laundering in the fuel industry. Investigations in Bra
Brazil is reaching out to the US for help in tackling money laundering and illegal arms trafficking. The finance minister, Fernando Haddad, announced this plan recently. He pointed out that US-based funds are being misused to launder money and hide foreign investments in Brazil. This issue came to l
A recent shooting in Washington, D. C. , brought attention to the . 357 Smith & Wesson revolver. This gun, first made in the 1930s, is known for its power and precision. The . 357 Smith & Wesson is not your average handgun. It packs a punch with its high-velocity rounds. This makes it a favorite am
Taiwan is making a major investment in its defense. The country's president, Lai Ching-te, has announced a special budget of $40 billion. This money will be used to buy weapons and build a strong air defense system called the Taiwan Dome. The plan is to spend this amount over the next eight years, f
The idea of the world ending has been around for ages. Long ago, it was tied to religion and the idea of judgment day. Now, it's more about big disasters, like nuclear war or climate change. Movies and TV shows often play on these fears, like the Netflix film "A House of Dynamite, " which shows a mi
Russia's leader, Vladimir Putin, recently honored the creators of two powerful nuclear weapons, the Burevestnik missile and the Poseidon underwater torpedo. This event happened in a big ceremony at the Kremlin. Putin said these weapons are very important for Russia and the whole world in the 21st ce
Pete Hegseth, the U. S. Defense Secretary, recently spoke in Kuala Lumpur. He highlighted China's growing actions in the South China Sea. These actions are seen as disruptive and threatening by many countries in the region. Hegseth met with defense ministers from Australia, Japan, and the Philippin
