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UFC 327 went down last night (Sat., April 11, 2026) inside Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla., which saw Carlos Ulberg become the promotion’s new Light Heavyweight champion after knocking out Jiri Prochazka moments after suffering a major knee injury (details here) early into their 205-pound showdown (see it again here). In the co-main event of the evening, Paulo Costa defeated Azamat Murzakanov via third round knockout (details here), while Josh Hokit vs. Curtis Blaydes went to war in a Heavyweight showdown for the ages (see that again here).Winner: Carlos UlbergWho He Should Face Next: Physical therapy (then wait and see)While…

Iran Press TV Sunday, 12 April 2026 7:00 AM The spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has roundly dismissed the US Central Command (CENTCOM) claims about the passage of American military vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. “The permission for the transit of any vessel (in the strategic waterway) is within the authority of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” Lieutenant Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaqari said in a statement released on Sunday. Separately, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) Navy announced that any attempt by military vessels to pass through the Strait of Hormuz will face a…

Credit: R.L. HouseDefense Feeds, Washington — Boeing AGM-86B nuclear cruise missile sustainment was initiated on March 6, 2026, by the US Air Force Nuclear Weapons Center to extend operational life through 2033.The effort focuses on remanufacturing critical flight control electronics including Elevon Actuator Controllers for continued bomber-based nuclear deterrence. This action maintains credible stand-off strike capability while the next-generation AGM-181 Long Range Standoff missile remains in gradual production phases.The AGM-86B has served as a cornerstone of America’s air-delivered nuclear arsenal since entering service in December 1982. More than 1,700 units were produced across all variants, with the nuclear B variant…

The award-winning retro-inspired turn-based adventure RPG, Sea of Stars, is now available on both Android and iOS for $10. Originally developed by Sabotage Studios, Sea of Stars delivers a very retro RPG feel similar to other classic turn-based games made by Square Enix. After spending 30 hours with Sea of Stars on my Samsung M55, let me tell you why this game feels like a masterpiece to me in this review. Thanks to Playdigious, we can now experience this masterpiece port on mobile! If you have ever played any old Chrono Trigger games, Octopath Traveler, or Dragon Quest games, this is one of those types…

CAMP HUMPHREYS, South Korea – Leaders at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys solidified their dedication to eliminating sexual assault and harassment by signing a proclamation on April 8, just prior to the monthly Command Community Information Exchange, to officially recognize April as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. The event underscored this year’s theme, “Step forward. Prevent. Report. Advocate.,” which garrison leadership described as a call to action for the entire community. “This is not just a statement; it is a call to action for every Soldier, civilian, and family member,” said Col. Kristen E. Steinbrecher, commander of U.S. Army Garrison…

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The firm FlyFocus revealed its prototype unmanned cargo helicopter, developed under an initiative funded by the Polish MoD. Based on a commercial design, it aims to resupply special operations with payloads of up to 200kg without risking human air crews. The system is currently undergoing testing in simulated combat environments. (FlyFocus) Resupply by helicopter has been a routine practice for militaries for over 60 years, providing tactical advantages by delivering essential supplies directly to the end user. However, increased battlefield surveillance and improved air defences have made conducting resupply missions with manned aircraft increasingly dangerous. It risks not only failing…

U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground’s Yuma Test Center (YTC) demonstrated the most cutting-edge developments of the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center (DEVCOM SC) for an entire week in March. More than 300 participants from the United States and 11 different partner nations attended the event, necessitating a massive effort by YTC personnel to accommodate the visitors. “At least 100 people at YPG have played a role in planning or executing this mission,” said Edgar Hurtado, Air Delivery Branch Team Lead. “There are a couple of technologies that we are seeing for the first time, but really we…

The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. A KC-135R was just spotted transiting through RAF Mildenhall in the United Kingdom covered in patches installed over shrapnel damage. The images come to us from aviation photographer Andrew McKelvey, which show the aircraft dotted with the repairs from nose to tail. It is very likely this is one of the tankers damaged in the Iranian long-range strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia last month. The aircraft belongs to the Ohio Air National Guard’s 121st Air Refueling Wing. While…

The two GL6 launchers atop the Type 96A tank are cued by turret-mounted radar and electro-optics. When triggered, it deploys hard-kill interceptors. (Chinese internet)Main battle tanks of the People’s Liberation Army’s (PLA) Eastern Theatre Command are receiving the GL6 active protection system (APS), a noteworthy development given that the tanks receiving this upgrade are second-generation Type 96A models.Introduced in 1996, the Type 96 is considered a legacy combat capability, as it was fielded as an interim capability until the third-generation Type 99 MBT became available.The ZTZ96 also has a lower combat weight that is more compatible with transport aboard amphibious…