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military

One Year Later: Gaza War Continues with No End in Sight

October 8, 2024

It's been a year since the war in Gaza started, and the Israeli military is still going strong. Despite their goal to defeat Hamas, they're not there yet. Just the other day, they told people in northern and southern Gaza to leave their homes because of new military operations. In a place called Jab

politics

Gaza's Relentless Year: A Story of War, Hunger, and Children's Cries

October 7, 2024

Over the past year, Gaza has faced unending attacks from Israel. The most recent significant event was an airstrike in Abasan al-Kabira on October 7, 2023, where one family suffered the loss of 18 members, including children and women. The bombing was in response to earlier attacks by Palestinian mi

politics

Britain's Defense: The Urgent Need for Change and Modernization

October 5, 2024

Lately, Britain's defense sector is grappling with a crucial choice. They need to persuade the government that spending taxpayer money on the military is worthwhile. The war in Ukraine has exposed major flaws in this sector, highlighting that changes are essential. A significant obstacle is bureauc

technology

"Game Controllers on the Battlefield: The Future is Familiar"

October 4, 2024

Ever played a video game? Now imagine using a controller like that to direct some of the world’s most advanced weapons. That’s what’s happening in the US military today. Over the past few years, gaming-like controllers have been popping up all over the place – from Navy ships to Army vehicles and ev

politics

Mauritius Gains Control, but Chagossians Still Wait for Their Say

October 4, 2024

In a big shift, Britain has decided to give up its control over the Chagos Islands. Now, Mauritius will be in charge of these islands. This deal is important because it keeps the Diego Garcia military base running for many years. But some people who were forced to leave these islands long ago feel l

politics

Israel's Dilemma: Strike or Negotiate?

October 4, 2024

Recently, Iran has been launching missiles at Israel. This has sparked a big debate among Israeli leaders—should they hit back hard and target Iran's nuclear program? Some people think it’s time to put an end to Iran's atomic ambitions once and for all. Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett even sug

science

Vulcan Rocket Poised for Launch Success

October 3, 2024

The United Launch Alliance (ULA) is gearing up for its second test flight of the Vulcan rocket, a versatile launcher that aims to meet various demands in the aerospace industry. With a successful mission on Friday morning, ULA CEO Tory Bruno hopes to prove that his team can reliably transport critic

nation

Trump Downplays Troop Brain Injuries: 'Just Headaches'

October 3, 2024

Former President Donald Trump downplayed the injuries of troops who suffered traumatic brain injuries following missile strikes against a U.S. base at the end of his time in office, referring to them as “headaches” at a campaign event in Wisconsin on Tuesday. Pentagon officials have said more than ...

politics

Israel & Iran: Can Diplomacy Avert War?

October 2, 2024

Tensions between Israel and Iran have been rising, and the Biden administration is working hard to keep the situation from getting worse. They've had some time to prepare, but a recent attack by Iran might be the spark that sets off a bigger war in the Middle East. In the past, Iran has attacked Isr

general

CNN aboard Israeli tanker for strike on Houthi-controlled port in Yemen

October 1, 2024

Above the Red Sea CNN — Aboard an aging Boeing 707, thousands of feet above the Red Sea, I don a set of high-tech 3D goggles and stare at the small TV monitor recessed in a bank of retro dials and switches. Saudi Arabia’s amber desert slides by to my right, Egypt’s coast to my left, then a monstro...