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Blog September 10, 2026 When agencies think of artificial intelligence (AI) in defense today, the conversation often centers on large language models (LLMs) and autonomous systems. For agencies operating mission-critical infrastructure, the question isn’t what AI can generate; instead, it’s how AI can help maintain operations, particularly when disruptions and emergencies occur. Infrastructure disruptions, extreme weather events, and degraded communication environments can all impact mission-critical systems. In such situations, teams must make rapid decisions with incomplete data, minimal connectivity, and little margin for error. In this context, resilience depends not only on technology, but on how AI guardrails operate despite…

Jean Silva confused fans worldwide when he became desperate to take off his gloves following his UFC Noche win. Why did Jean Silva take off his gloves at Noche UFC? Jean Silva secured a third-round submission win over short-notice opponent Jose Miguel Delgado earlier tonight at Noche UFC. In Round 3, Silva dropped Miguel Delgado and then sank in a rare naked choke to force the tap. GLENDALE, ARIZONA – SEPTEMBER 12: (L-R) Jean Silva of Brazil submits Jose Delgado in their featherweight fight during the Noche UFC event at Desert Diamond Arena on September 12, 2026, in Glendale, Arizona.…

Key PointsAn OSINT account tracked a Platform Aerospace-built drone taking off from Prince Hassan Air Base, Jordan, on September 13, 2026.The aircraft, marketed as the “MQ-22 Swift (Vanilla),” is an ultra-long-endurance surveillance platform capable of staying airborne for up to eight days.A long-endurance surveillance drone built by Maryland-based Platform Aerospace was spotted taking off from a Jordanian air base used by U.S. forces on September 13, 2026, according to flight-tracking data shared by an open-source intelligence account. The MenchOsint described it as the first known sighting of the aircraft, known as Vanilla, operating from Jordan. The aircraft is officially marketed…

The U.S. Air Force’s fighter pilots are not getting the number of sorties per month necessary to be deemed combat mission ready, a Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies expert said, down from around five and a half per month in fiscal 2023 to only around one currently.For combat readiness, the average fighter pilot needs about nine or 10 sorties a month to be considered combat mission ready, according to past service statements. But based on conversations with commanders and line pilots, John Venable, a senior resident fellow at the Mitchell Institute, said pilots are being afforded the opportunity to fly…

Jean Silva is back in the mix at 145 pounds.On Saturday, Silva headlined the fourth iteration of Noche UFC, taking on Jose Miguel Delgado in the main event in Glendale, Arizona. And while he was slow to start, Silva was quick to finish, dropping Delgado in the third round and then tapping him with a one-armed rear-naked choke. Afterward, Silva called for the winner of the upcoming Alexander Volkanovski vs. Movsar Evloev title fight, but will he get it?Following Noche UFC, MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew (and Alexander K. Lee for a brief moment) chopped it up about Silva’s impressive performance…

Noche UFC 2026, which was headlined by a featherweight clash between Jean Silva and Jose Miguel Delgado, just wrapped up.In the main event, Silva secured a Round 3 submission victory and announced himself as the next champion in town. For the finish, Silva bagged the Performance of the Night Bonus and took home an extra $100,000. GLENDALE, ARIZONA – SEPTEMBER 12: (L-R) Jean Silva of Brazil submits Jose Delgado in their featherweight fight during the Noche UFC event at Desert Diamond Arena on September 12, 2026, in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Other than Silva, Sean King III,…

Update: This story is being updated periodically with day 3 results. Ultimate Fighting Arena is back for 2026 and once again it will be taking place in Paris, France. Notable players participating are plentiful, and just for a taste here are some of the notable names attending: Falcons|Xiaohai, 2G|Blaz, AG|Kilzyou, Varrel|Tokido, G8S|Sahara, TSM|Leffen, M8|Wawa, LG|MkLeo, Zeta|Higuchi, Saishunkan|Cosa, VIT|Fenrich, Riddle|Jr., CR|Shuto, G8S|Gachikun, Saishunkan|Kobayan, Saishunkan|Nemo, DRX|Leshar, SZ|Asimo, BMS|CS, BMSA|Luugi, NAVI|DarkAngel, Noka, CR|DualKevin, Solary|Yasha, Scarz|Masao, PataChu, ATG|Score, Skyll, Varrel|Wabiichi, HJK|NL,…

On Episode 302 of The Menace Podcast, host Dennis James was joined by Milos Sarcev and Chris Cormier, and the conversation soon turned to the incredible booking that “The Menace” has made ahead of the 2026 Europa Pro. Just two-weeks out from his attempt to reclaim the Olympia crown in Las Vegas, Samson Dauda will head to Germany for a guest posing slot. And, if a recent sneak peek of his legs is anything to go by, Germany could be in for a preview of a dominant performance in Sin City. Samson Dauda is on the comeback trail after his…

Here are some of the federal government’s top recent personnel changes, brought to you by our partners at Leadership Connect: Charles Baldis has a new position as Special Counsel at Office of Special Counsel, United States Office of Special Counsel [OSC]Recently: Chief Counsel at Office of Special Counsel, United States Office of Special Counsel (2026 – 2026) Andrew M. Veprek has a new position as Under Secretary (Acting) at Under Secretary for Foreign Assistance and Humanitarian Affairs, and Religious Freedom [F], Office of the Secretary [S], United States Department of State [DOS]Note: Andrew Veprek is performing the duties of the Under Secretary for Foreign Assistance, Humanitarian Affairs,…

Day 2 will have the semi-final rounds, bronze medal matches, and the crowning moment for nine world champions. The second day will also have the ADCC’s iconic absolute tournament, along with the main event super-fight between ADCC 2024 double gold medalist Kaynan Duarte — who is also competing at the 99 kg tournament — and three-time ADCC champ Yuri Simoes.Once again, the event continues TODAY (Sunday, September 13, 2026), at the Tauron Arena in Krakow, Poland. The prestigious no gi tournament will stream LIVE on FloGrappling, with the broadcast starting at 5 a.m. ET. Follow along with all the grappling…