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There are new games releasing every single day, and the fact of the matter is we can’t play them all. In a lot of cases, that’s okay; not every game is going to be a Baldur’s Gate 3 or a Metaphor: ReFantazio. However, there are probably a lot of games that you’ve heard of, but maybe haven’t seen the full picture of just how good they really are – and in those cases, you’re missing out. If you’ve given any of these 15 turn-based RPGs a once-over and thought, “maybe later,” consider taking another look. They’re not just good, they’re…

In early September 2022, in the no man’s land between the military frontlines of Ukraine and Russia, I had a decision to make: press on under fire, to establish a team of International Atomic Energy Agency safety experts at Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, or turn around. It had taken weeks of diplomacy to get this far; we decided to push on. Our armored vehicles zigzagged to avoid land mines, jostling the IAEA symbol on our jackets—a spinning atom surrounded by the two olive branches that the organization shares with the UN. As we drove past bombed buildings, burned-out cars,…

Montreal, Canada – March 18 2026 – Imagine 4D, a Canadian technology company headquartered in Montreal, has signed a Teaming Agreement with TKMS, the world’s most experienced builder of conventional submarines, to deliver advanced digital twin technologies to meet the continuous capability sustainment requirements of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). This collaboration aligns with TKMS’s recent series of CPSP‑focused teaming initiatives, each aimed at strengthening Canada’s sovereign industrial capability and creating long‑term economic and technological value. Under the agreement, Imagine 4D will deliver an Intelligent Digital Twin solution enhanced by AI and simulation capabilities to support lifecycle management of TKMS’s…

ZAGREB, 8 July 2026 – Rheinmetall AG, one of Europe’s leading technology and defence companies, today presented Rheinmetall Unmanned Vehicles d.o.o., its joint venture with the Croatian company DOK-ING, marking the beginning of a long-term strategic industrial partnership between Rheinmetall and the Republic of Croatia. The Inauguration Ceremony was attended by Andrej Plenković, Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, Armin Papperger, Chief Executive Officer of Rheinmetall AG, Vjekoslav Majetić, Founder of DOK-ING, members of the Croatian Government, as well as numerous representatives of Croatian state institutions, the diplomatic corps, industry, academia and international partners. The establishment of the company…

As Air Force Maj. Jason Watson ascended the Capitol steps last week wearing his military uniform and armed with one protest sign, he knew the risks and was prepared for the consequences, no matter how severe.Watson, 40, a U.S. Air Force Academy graduate with 17 years on active duty, stood on the steps of the House of Representatives in roughly 100-degree weather on July 1, silently holding a sign that read “Impeach Convict Remove” to call for the impeachment of President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. After standing on the steps for approximately three minutes, Capitol Police arrested…

Conor McGregor has once more lauded his arch-rival Khabib Nurmagomedov’s protege Islam Makhachev. The Irishman believes Makhachev should be ranked ahead of both Daniel Cormier and “The Eagle” in the all-time greatest conversation. Two-division champion and pound-for-pound king Makhachev is set to defend his 170-pound strap next month at UFC 330 against Ian Machado Garry. Meanwhile, this weekend, Conor McGregor will return to the octagon after a five-year layoff to headline UFC 329 in a rematch against Max Holloway. Conor McGregor Explains Why 5 Years Away From The Octagon Will Be His Biggest Advantage at UFC 329. [Images via UFC]…

Welcome to Midnight Mania!Let’s start the night off by taking a look back over the three biggest stories of Wednesday, July 8, 2026.Does anyone believe Conor McGregor’s born-again beliefs? It seems like part of the classic media playbook when accused/liable of sexual assault. At least the elephant in the room has finally been addressed in some form?I must admit that I enjoy the Russian attitude towards random brawls at press conferences and after fights. Too much “Oh the humanity!” when it happens here …Vinicius Oliveira vs. Steve Garcia? Yeah, sign me up.Shem Rock will try to rebound in PFL after…

Ben Patrick, better known as the Kneesovertoesguy, has built a following by challenging long-held beliefs about joint health and injury prevention. In a recent YouTube video, he shares a simple concept that he believes can help people rebuild their shoulders, lower back, and knees safely by training “from the ground up.” Rather than avoiding movement after pain or injury, Patrick explains how gradually strengthening vulnerable positions can improve resilience over time. Rebuild Your Shoulders by Strengthening the Reverse Movement Patrick begins with the shoulder, pointing out that throwing is one of the most common ways people injure the joint. Instead…

“It’s impossible to assess any safeguards that may exist in your company’s agreement with DoD without seeing the full contract,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren wrote. Anastasia Obis July 8, 2026 6:29 pm 4 min read A Senate lawmaker is demanding that the Defense Department and seven technology companies deploying their artificial intelligence capabilities on the department’s classified networks disclose the terms of their agreements in order to better understand what guardrails DoD is putting in place around AI use in the military. In a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) said the department “appears to have forged…

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has officially inaugurated the country’s new State Strategic Command Headquarters, known as “The Octagon”, in the New Administrative Capital east of Cairo. The ceremony included the signing of the official inauguration charter and the raising of the Armed Forces flag. Designed as the Egyptian Armed Forces’ central command hub, the facility integrates command, control, communications and crisis management functions within a single complex. According to Egyptian officials, the headquarters employs advanced communications networks, artificial intelligence and cyber-secure systems to support decision-making, coordination and operational readiness across the armed forces and other state institutions. The Octagon…