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Eddie Hall is putting the fight world on notice again — this time by releasing a clip from his latest MMA training camp, giving fans a glimpse of the power that once earned him the title of World’s Strongest Man. The 36-year-old powerhouse, who transitioned from strongman competitions to combat sports, has made it clear that he intends to face Dillon Danis next. The two have been verbally sparring since Hall stormed the ring to challenge Danis after his quick victory over Warren Spencer at Misfits 22 earlier this year. Now, with negotiations reportedly close to done, Hall has begun…

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A new screening process could speed up morning check-in for students using AI to detect weapons at Pinellas County schools. Author: wtsp.com Published: 6:39 AM EDT October 21, 2025 Updated: 6:39 AM EDT October 21, 2025

Palantir’s stock surge: Up ~300% in 2025, Palantir (NYSE: PLTR) closed around $180 on Oct 20, 2025 (market cap ≈ $400B) [1]. Heavy AI/government demand and even merchandising (branded gear for fans) have fueled this rally [2].Record UK deal: On Sept 18, 2025 the UK government signed a “major vote of confidence” deal with Palantir [3]. It includes up to £1.5 billion of planned investment and a London-based European HQ, plus new AI-enabled defense systems. Palantir also locked in its largest-ever UK contract (~£750M over 5 years) with the Ministry of Defence [4].Blistering growth: Palantir’s Q2 2025 revenue jumped 48%…

Japan and South Korea, United States security allies in Northeast Asia, have recently strengthened their mine warfare capabilities amid China’s growing naval presence.The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to a request from Newsweek for comment.Why It MattersChinese warships have frequently been spotted near Japan, an important U.S. ally in the Pacific island chains, including a circumnavigation of Japanese territories earlier this month. The Chinese military also maintains a strong vessel presence in disputed Yellow Sea waters, which South Korea views as an attempt to militarize the area.What To KnowA naval mine, an explosive device deployed in the water,…

The city of Collegedale’s Parks and Recreation Department is offering a free self-defense class for women this month.Pre-registration is required for the free class, which is scheduled for Tuesday, October 28, from 6:00pm – 7:30pm in the West Room at Collegedale City Hall.“This partnership is one of our favorites; being able to provide this self-defense class for women and teens in our community completely free of charge,” said Christina Clark, Parks and Recreation Supervisor. “The staff with Greg Roy’s Martial Arts Academy is exceptional! And I encourage every woman to attend a self-defense class if possible. Sign-ups are required as…

Rapha and USA Cycling have announced their ambitions to build the most transformative era yet for the sport – winning a record medal haul, getting more people on bikes, and bringing new fans to cycling both in America and around the world. Combining quality and performance, Rapha will be outfitting the USA’s most talented athletes from 2026 through to the end of 2029 – bringing its signature style and panache to the ultimate stage for the sport. Fran Millar, CEO of Rapha said: “Our vision is to make cycling the most important sport in the world by transforming the lives…

Before submitting her resignation letter, Šakalienė plans to meet President Gitanas Nausėda, but stressed her decision is final. “I don’t see any reasons that could change my decision — that’s politics,” she said. Nausėda, speaking ahead of the meeting, emphasized that the 2026 defense budget is the country’s top priority and “everything else should be set aside for now,” he told reporters. While the trust “is very important,” he wants to hear Šakalienė’s account of the situation and her vision for her future in the post.  Lithuania is expected to spend 5.38 percent of GDP on defense in 2026, above…

China’s been playing hardball on trade. Now we may know why. Earlier this month, China landed its biggest trade war blow yet, placing extreme export controls on its critical rare earth minerals industry, a move that gives it more leverage in the seemingly never-ending negotiations for a broader trade deal. The hardline tactic came just before new economic data from Beijing late Sunday showed the Chinese economy grew at its slowest pace in a year in the third quarter, suggesting that the trade war might be taking its toll. Playing a Trump Card By most estimates, China controls roughly 70%…

The fully painted prototype of the highly anticipated “MG 1/100 Full Armor ZZ Gundam Ver.Ka” has been officially unveiled by the BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby Division, after previously only being teased with line art. This new Gunpla is the latest entry in the “Master Grade Ver.Ka” (Version Katoki) series, a high-end line of 1/100 scale model kits that are personally designed and supervised by the legendary mecha designer, Hajime Katoki. The kit is based on the iconic, heavily armored mobile suit from the classic 1986 anime series, Mobile Suit Gundam ΖΖ. A key feature of this new model is its versatility.…