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Explosive Weapons Killing Children at Scale Never Seen Before LONDON, 20 November 2025— Explosive weapons are killing children on a scale never seen before as wars increasingly move into cities, responsible for a record 70% of nearly 12,000 children killed or injured in conflict zones last year, according to a Save the Children report. For decades, children in war zones were more likely to die from malnutrition, disease, or collapsing health systems but as wars become more urban, bombs and drones are striking schools, homes, and hospitals – places that should be safe under international humanitarian law. The new report,…

The British Army tested Chinese-made 3D printers to manufacture drones, raising questions about risks linked to Beijing-made technology.

Professional Fighters League (PFL) is back in a big way.PFL CEO John Martin today announced 24 total events for its 2026 fight campaign, which includes 16 global cards on ESPN in the United States as well as another eight regional events split evenly across Middle East and Africa.Kicking things off will be PFL Road to Dubai in February followed by PFL Madrid and PFL Pittsburgh in March with PFL Chicago coming in April. No bouts have been revealed for any of the aforementioned fight cards; however, news on that front is expected in the coming weeks, if not days.“We’re continuing…

Over the past few months, a wave of protests led by members of Generation Z has swept over the world. They have largely taken place in developing countries such as Bangladesh, Serbia, Argentina, Kenya, Nepal, Indonesia, the Philippines, Peru, Tanzania and Morocco. In Mexico, Gen Z-led protests erupted last weekend, stemming from anger over rising […] This article is for subscribers only. We are a global leader in geopolitical forecasting. We deliver cutting edge analysis and intelligence so you can stay ahead of the news. Unbiased analysis of global events Daily geopolitical briefing Long-term…

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way organizations hire, train, and retain talent. As remote work expands global talent pools and industries evolve faster than ever, AI-powered tools are enabling businesses to make smarter hiring decisions and create stronger, more adaptable teams. But while AI enhances efficiency and accuracy, it cannot replace the human elements of talent strategy—such as meaningful training, skill development, and ongoing employee support. The real future of workforce growth lies in the integration of AI-enhanced recruitment with continuous professional learning, creating a unified approach that helps organizations attract the right people and empower them long after they…

President Donald Trump signed legislation on Wednesday that requires his government to divulge papers on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. At first, he opposed these attempts.President Donald Trump backed up his newfound commitment to releasing all of the Justice Department’s files on investigations into Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday, signing the bipartisan bill that was passed in near unanimity by both chambers of Congress the day before.The bill, which was passed in the Senate by unanimous consent with no alterations despite objections from House Speaker Mike Johnson, forces the release of all files and communications related to Epstein within 30 days.…

Take a look at the Khuzaits vs Nords Naval Battle Gameplay Showcase for Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord – War Sails, an upcoming naval combat expansion to the hit open-world strategy RPG developed by TaleWorlds Entertainment. Get a look at over 8 minutes of intense nighttime battle between the Nords and Khuzaits, making use of fire pots launched from heavy-ship ballistas to ignite enemy sails and hulls. Mount & Blade 2: Bannerlord – War Sails is launching on November 26 for PlayStation 5 (PS5), Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, and GoG).

An estimated 318 million people face acute hunger next year, with 41 million in Emergency or worse (IPC Phase 4+), according to World Food Programme’s Global Outlook for 2026. WFP also stated that ending hunger by 2030 would cost just $93 billion a year — less than one per cent of the $21.9 trillion spent on military budgets over the past decade. The report, released on Tuesday, confirmed two famines in Gaza and parts of Sudan, marking the first time in this century that a famine has struck two countries simultaneously.  International support for the world’s hungriest people is “slow,…

In this virtual video panel series, WashingtonExec interviews industry and public sector leaders to explore the challenges, innovations and initiatives shaping the government IT landscape. This video was originally recorded Sept. 30, 2025.  In this segment, WashingtonExec’s Amanda Ziadeh sits down with Horace Blackman, senior vice president leading the Defense, Intelligence and Space Business Unit at CGI Federal, and George Lamb, director of Defense Department Information Network capabilities in the Information Enterprise Office of the DOD CIO. Together, they discuss IT and software modernization across the defense sector. Blackman and Lamb explore the integration of AI, automation, robotics and digital…

Ukraine has received a weapons package from an anonymous donor in the Netherlands as the war with Russia continues.