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military

Why Northrop Grumman's Crewed Drone is Causing a Buzz

November 26, 2024

On August 29, 2024, Northrop Grumman's Scaled Composites revealed its new Model 437 drone. This isn't your average drone—it has a cockpit and a pilot. The success of this project has raised questions about the future of manned fighter jets like the F-35. The U. S. Air Force is increasingly intereste

religion

Religious Beliefs and Military Service: A Complex Relationship

November 26, 2024

Rabbi Avi Goldberg, a respected community figure, passed away last month while fighting in Israel's recent conflict with Hezbollah. He saw his military service as a religious duty, a view shared by many observant Jews in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). Since the outbreak of war in October 2023, num

health

Broken Bones in Faces: A Decade of Cases at a Military Hospital

November 25, 2024

Over the past decade, the Armed Forces Capital Hospital of Korea (AFCH) saw 178 cases of facial bone fractures. Most of these injuries happened to men, with just a few women involved. The average age was about 22 years. Injuries occurred mainly during sports, training, or everyday activities. Bumps

politics

China's Military Moves: A Closer Look at the Taiwan Strait

November 25, 2024

China has been sending a clear message to Taiwan with recent military exercises. These aren't just shows of force; they're part of China's strategy to claim Taiwan as its own. The Chinese Coast Guard, now acting like a military unit, has been patrolling waters around Taiwan. This is a big deal becau

technology

Spotting the Differences: US F-35 and China's J-35 Fighter Jets

November 25, 2024

Ever wondered how to tell the United States' F-35 Lightning II apart from China's J-35 stealth fighter? Sure, they're both sleek and stealthy, but there are subtle differences that can help you distinguish them. First, look at their shapes. The F-35 has a distinctive, faceted design with sharp angl

politics

Women in Combat: A Senator's Rebuke

November 25, 2024

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and soldier, is Trump's pick for defense secretary. However, his opposition to women in combat roles has stirred up controversy, especially among those like Senator Tammy Duckworth who have served in combat themselves. Duckworth, who lost her legs in a Black Hawk

technology

hidden power: usaf's unique planes

November 23, 2024

Ever wondered what makes the United States Air Force (USAF) stand out? It's their amazing collection of one-of-a-kind aircraft. Let's take a look at a few of these extraordinary planes. The Lockheed C-5 Galaxy, a massive transport plane, has been around since the '70s. Only about 131 of these exist

politics

Ukraine's 1000 Days: Losses and Resilience

November 22, 2024

Ukraine has been fighting Russia’s invasion for 1000 days. This is a grim milestone, with losses in soldiers, equipment, and territory all nearing record numbers. According to Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, the war has cost Ukraine dearly. Yet, Ukraine has shown remarkable resilien

politics

Russia Sends Animals to North Korea: A New Twist in Their Relationship

November 21, 2024

In a surprising move, Russia sent over 70 animals to a zoo in Pyongyang. The collection included an African lion, bears, yaks, and various birds like cockatoos, pheasants, and mandarin ducks. The animals were flown in on a Russian government plane, escorted by veterinarians from Moscow. This comes a

politics

Women in Combat: More Than Just Roles

November 20, 2024

Peter Hegseth, a potential pick for Secretary of Defense under President-elect Donald Trump, recently sparked debate with his stance on women in combat. He believes women shouldn't be in these roles, but is he missing the bigger picture? Historically, women have indeed served in various combat-like