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Military Diversity Targets Spark Defence Readiness Fears

Exclusive: A leaked letter reveals top-level military concerns that the British Army's aggressive diversity and inclusion targets are compromising national security and undermining recruitment standards. Defence insiders warn the push for inclusivity is c

China's Military Parade Debuts Weaponised Robot Wolves

In a stunning display of technological might, China's latest military parade featured a pack of 'weaponised robot wolves,' signalling a bold and unsettling leap into the future of automated combat and battlefield strategy.

China's 'Star Wars' Laser Weapon Revealed: Blinds Pilots

Exclusive analysis of China's newly unveiled 'optical warfare' laser weapon, a disruptive system designed to blind pilots and fry electronics. How it compares to Western 'Star Wars' technology and what it means for global military balance.

Norway Signs £10bn Deal for UK-Built Warships

Norway has signed a monumental £10 billion defence agreement to acquire advanced anti-submarine warfare ships, all to be constructed in British shipyards, marking a significant boost for UK manufacturing and NATO defence capabilities.

TSA Rolls Out Touchless Facial Recognition at Airports

The TSA is dramatically accelerating its PreCheck overhaul, deploying touchless facial recognition technology to create faster, more secure passenger processing. Discover how this biometric revolution will change the way you fly.

Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return

Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.

UK Sends HMS Prince of Wales Aircraft Carrier to Japan

Defence Secretary John Healey announces the deployment of the Royal Navy's flagship aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, to Japan for a major strategic partnership, enhancing security in the Indo-Pacific region.

Pentagon's Hegseth Sacks DIA Director Kruse

Defence Intelligence Agency Director Jeffrey Kruse has been removed from his post by Pentagon Chief of Staff Pete Hegseth following a damning inspector general's report into 'inappropriate conduct'. The internal investigation revealed a pattern of unprofe

Hegseth fires top Pentagon general in shock dismissal

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired a senior Pentagon official, General Jeffrey Kruse, citing a failure to maintain 'appropriate distance' from policy matters. The unprecedented dismissal sends shockwaves through the US military establishment.

Ukraine's Wooden Decoy Destroys Russian Cruise Missile

Ukrainian forces successfully tricked a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile into striking a wooden 'Flamingo' decoy, showcasing innovative and cost-effective defence tactics. President Zelensky praised the strategy as a symbol of Ukrainian resilience.

UK 'Not Ready for War' with Russia, Warns Shapps

Exclusive: Defence Secretary Grant Shapps delivers a stark warning that Britain's military resilience is dangerously low, lacking the 'whole-of-nation' readiness needed to counter a potential Russian threat. A new review calls for urgent, sweeping reforms

Royal Navy's £1bn 'Lame Duck' Destroyer Sidelined

The Royal Navy's state-of-the-art £1 billion Type 45 destroyer HMS Diamond has been declared non-operational, with critical engine defects preventing its deployment to assist Ukraine. Defence sources reveal the vessel, plagued by power failures, is stuck

Trump-Backed UK Defence Deal Seals BAE Systems' US Army Contract

Former US President Donald Trump's push for a major UK-US defence partnership culminates in a multi-billion pound contract for BAE Systems to supply next-generation amphibious vehicles to the US Army, boosting British manufacturing and jobs.

Meta targets superintelligent AI by 2030

Mark Zuckerberg reveals Meta's ambitious plan to develop superintelligent AI systems within the next decade, sparking debate on ethics and regulation.

ChatGPT passes 'not a robot' test

OpenAI's ChatGPT has successfully passed a CAPTCHA test designed to distinguish humans from bots, raising questions about AI's evolving capabilities.

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