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About a year into Russia’s war, a Ukrainian drone instructor pitched what sounded to troops like science fiction: flying quadcopters into Moscow’s scout drones midair.The soldiers thought it was impossible. It would be too difficult to maneuver a quadcopter, or small drone, into another fast-moving target, they said. They joked that he’d been watching too much “Star Wars,” recalled Yeti, the co-owner of Drone Fight Club, a privately run combat drone school in Kyiv.What once seemed laughable has since become a low-cost and critical pillar of Ukraine’s defense. While Russia hurls growing waves of explosive drones at its cities, Ukraine…

Dr. Colin S. Gray has lived in three countries and has performed official advisory duties in both the UK and the USA. Of recent years he has focused on policy and strategy at both ends of the spectrum of violence, Special Operations and Nuclear ones. His most recent book Theory of Strategy, was published by Oxford University Press, in May 2018 (UK) and July 2018 (US). Concept The two familiar words that comprise this concept rank high among misunderstood terms. Both noun and adjective are as popular as they often deceive. In a book published a few years ago I…

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – If suspending Brian Branch and using Jack Campbell as an example weren’t enough, the NFL on Saturday unveiled two more disciplinary measures against the Lions from last week’s game at Arrowhead Stadium.After reviewing film of Kansas City’s 30-17 win over Detroit, the league on Saturday listed fines for Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone ($12,172) and defensive end Tyler Lacy ($5,722).No Kansas City player received a fine from the game.Sep 7, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone (34) defends against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.…

A plan to fire live artillery shells over a major Southern California highway as part of a military showcase attended Saturday by Vice President JD Vance drew strong objections from Gov. Gavin Newsom, who said safety concerns forced him to close a portion of the busy interstate.“The President is putting his ego over responsibility with this disregard for public safety,” the Democratic governor said in a statement. “Firing live rounds over a busy highway isn’t just wrong — it’s dangerous.” × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable…

Like the best tactical role-playing games, Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles features a selection of rare, powerful weapons that can turn any character into a powerhouse. Getting hold of these weapons, however, is not simple at all, as some can only be obtained by stealing them from powerful enemies, while others are only available as rare finds inside Midlight’s Deep, an optional, challenging endgame dungeon. Thankfully, there is one strategy that allows you to farm the rarest melee weapons long before you access the endgame. Here is the definitive guide on how to use this strategy, starting as…

You might be asking yourself: after AeroVironment’s stock has rocketed up over 350% in the last five years, is it still a smart move, or is the best growth now behind it? Let’s be honest, this isn’t your average defense and aerospace company. Over just the last month, shares soared nearly 29%, before dipping back by about 11% in the past week. That kind of jump, not to mention an eye-popping 124% gain already in 2024, leaves many investors excited, and maybe a little anxious about whether this pace can last. AeroVironment’s stock often rides the wave of industry news…

A 22-vehicle assault group near Pokrovsk tried to hide and prevent mining. It didn’t work.Press enter or click to view image in full sizeThe Russian column, as seen by a Ukrainian drone. Via KriegsforscherAfter many months of infantry-led assaults, Russian forces recently switched back to tank-led mechanized assaults — especially around the fortress city of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk Oblast.If they can capture Pokrovsk, the Russians would have a clear shot at the twin cities of Kramatorsk and Sloviansk. It’s the Kremlin’s top battlefield priority.Since last week, there have been no fewer than four major Russian mech assaults. All…

A rare collection blending rare ancient artifacts with modern gemstones previews at M.S. Rau in New Orleans, followed by an exclusive NYC Jewelry Week collection launch. NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rebecca Rau Jewels announces the debut of the inaugural THEN & NOW Collection, a striking new series that bridges the worlds of antiquity and contemporary design. Drawing upon genuine historical artifacts spanning from 1200 BC to 1880 AD, each piece integrates ancient treasures with modern gemstones, precious metals, and pearls. Every jewel is a celebration of human history, reinterpreted through Rebecca Rau’s distinct eye and reverence for craftsmanship.…

Japan has shipped another batch of military vehicles to Ukraine, adding 30 more units as part of its ongoing support for the country’s defense efforts amid the Russian invasion.

TEMPE — Arizona State’s defense responded in a big way against No. 7 Texas Tech on Saturday after it gave up 42 points and couldn’t stop the run last week at Utah. There was no opportunity for a traditional “get right” game, as the Red Raiders posed a huge challenge as the No. 1 offense in the nation by total yards (558.2). But based on how the unit started the game, it didn’t need one, and the physicality getting ramped up in practice paid dividends. That physicality showed up early in the second half when Montana Warren laid a big…