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360 New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared on Friday, “The day is not far away when India will be freed from red terror,” calling Naxalism a sin against the nation. He described Maoist extremism as an injustice to India’s youth, reaffirming his government’s unwavering resolve to eliminate it completely. His statement came as Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced the historic surrender of 258 battle-hardened Left-Wing Extremists (LWEs) in just two days—170 in Chhattisgarh, 27 earlier in Sukma, and 61 in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli. The Prime Minister’s words and data-backed declaration that Abujhmarh and North Bastar are now Naxal-free, mark…

Don’t freak out if you notice a sudden military presence in downtown Toronto in the coming days, as an “amphibious training exercise” is se…

Brett OkamotoOct 18, 2025, 10:54 PM ETCloseBrett Okamoto has reported on mixed martial arts and boxing at ESPN since 2010. He has covered all of the biggest events in combat sports during that time, including in-depth interviews and features with names such as Dana White, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao and Georges St-Pierre. He was also a producer on the 30 for 30 film: “Chuck and Tito,” which looked back at the careers and rivalry of Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz. He lives in Las Vegas, and is an avid, below-average golfer in his spare…

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A self-defense claim is under investigation after a fatal shooting outside Bridgestone Arena, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD).Metro Police say the incident occurred at 2:20 a.m. on Oct. 18, when Adrian Rivas-Romo, 23, was shot during an argument with pedicab driver Christopher Jones, 21, over the cost of a fare.Jones called 911 and stayed at the scene, identifying himself as the shooter, police say. Detectives say they recovered his pistol.According to Metro Police, Rivas-Romo and friends were using two pedicabs to return to their hotel. Officers say Rivas-Romo’s friend got into an argument…

Sonic Fire Tech, a pioneering “firetech” startup developing infrasound-based fire prevention systems, announced it has raised $3.5 million in seed funding to accelerate deployment of its zero-damage, waterless fire suppression technology. The round was co-led by Khosla Ventures, Third Sphere, and AirAngels, with participation from several mission-aligned angel investors. Founded by engineers with backgrounds in NASA-inspired technologies, Sonic Fire Tech is introducing a disruptive approach to wildfire defense, using sound waves rather than water or chemicals to suppress fires before they ignite. The company’s patented infrasound fire suppression systems are designed to provide damage-free, chemical-free, and waterless protection for residential…

Nkosi Ndebele won six of seven fights before engaging in a trilogy with Jose Torres, winning two out of the three fights. Ndebele is a former regional bantamweight champion and a striking specialist. Ndebele enters tonight off his victory over Mahmoud Atef to reach tonight’s semifinals.   Simbarashe Hokonya is a UMF Johannesburg product who made his pro MMA debut in 2022. Since then, he is 6-0 with one finish to his name. Hokonya has had arguably the biggest upset in PFL Africa so far this year, defeating Frans Mlambo in their opening-round matchup this past summer.   Who will…

by Admiral James Stavridis (Bloomberg Opinion) As a retired admiral and former supreme allied commander of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, I was thrilled when Sweden and Finland joined the alliance. My first thought was about the vast coastline the two Nordic states provided, essentially turning the Baltic Sea into a “NATO lake.” Russia has a sliver of land on the eastern corner of the sea where Saint Petersburg sits, and another slice with its Kaliningrad territory, located between Lithuania and Poland. But nearly all the Baltic coast is firmly in the hands of the alliance. This is significant for several reasons.…

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Every year, countries around the world spend billions to maintain and modernize their air forces. Fighter jets, bombers, helicopters, and transport aircraft all cost a significant amount to purchase, train, and maintain. In 2025, global military spending reached record levels, with air forces receiving a significant share of those budgets. The five nations with the largest air force budgets are the United States, China, Russia, Germany, and India. Together, they account for well over half of all defense spending. Largest Air Forces by Defense Budget Let’s look at how much these countries spend on air power, what kinds of aircraft…

The VIX, often dubbed Wall Street’s ‘fear gauge’, has seen a remarkable jump of 100% in just one day. This drastic rise signals escalating investor concerns driven by geopolitical tensions that continue to shake global equity benchmarks. The VIX, or Volatility Index, hitting such highs reflects the market’s anticipation of potential turmoil. As a key measure of market volatility surge, the index stands at 20.78 today after hitting a high of 28.99. This trend highlights the link between the VIX and S&P 500 correlation, crucial for investors navigating these turbulent waters. Geopolitical Concerns Drive VIX to New Highs Geopolitical issues…