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ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense company and Europe’s fifth most valuable defense firm by market capitalization, hosted President of the Republic of Poland Karol Nawrocki at its facilities in Ankara. During the visit to ASELSAN, President Nawrocki was accompanied by Haluk Görgün, Secretary of Turkish Defense Industries, and Ahmet Akyol, ASELSAN President & CEO. The delegation received a comprehensive overview of ASELSAN’s advanced defense technologies, with a particular focus on electronic warfare systems, air defense solutions, ongoing joint projects and the company’s serial production capabilities. The visit also provided an opportunity to exchange views on the evolving security environment and the…

For nearly eight decades, the United States has served as the chief architect and guarantor of the international order. But today, under the banner of “America first,” Washington is abandoning responsibility for sustaining the system it built after World War II. As the United States retreats from global leadership and challenges the norms it once fostered and the order it once upheld, the world is waiting to see whether Beijing steps up.In countries long allied with the United States, views of China are becoming more favorable. A survey conducted by Politico in February 2026, for instance, showed that people in…

Artificial Intelligence China Report June 23, 2026 • 9:00 am ET Print this page By Kenton Thibaut Table of contents Introduction The approach of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to health data sits at the intersection of national security, economic development, and technological competition. The regulatory system examined in this report reflects a clear set of drivers: a push for data sovereignty, the strategic importance of health and biometric data, and the role of large-scale datasets in advancing artificial intelligence (AI). At the same time, the rapid digitization of China’s healthcare system, which increasingly deploys AI across clinical, administrative, and pharmaceutical domains, generates strong demand for integrated, high-quality data.  This dynamic creates a core tension for both Beijing and the multinational companies operating within China’s…

“I went five rounds with Gaethje and was pushing the pace to the very end, I didn’t quit,” Pimblett said on YouTube. “I kept coming forward trying to finish the fight. And I think I won [rounds] three and five, so he beat me 3-2. One of the judges agreed. And if a lot of different things didn’t happen in that fight like eye gouges and low blows and then faking low blows, then it would have been a different fight. We’ve got to get on with it now. No point crying over spilled milk. I just hope I get…

The Veterans Health Administration is developing clinical practice guidelines for physicians to treat symptoms of menopause, but more than half of female patients aren’t aware of resources available at the VA on the subject, a government analysis has found.The Department of Veterans Affairs offers care to address menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog and sleep issues, and it is developing physician guidelines on assessing, diagnosing and treating health issues that occur when hormone levels drop in patients.But while VHA has developed resources like brochures and a website to teach women on their care options, 60% of…

The TWZ Newsletter Weekly insights and analysis on the latest developments in military technology, strategy, and foreign policy. Here’s TWZ’s weekly carrier tracker monitoring America’s flattop fleet, including deployed Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG), using publicly available open-source information. Check out last week’s report here. The United States lifted its naval blockade of Iranian ports, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Friday, following the execution of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding in Versailles. While the blockade is over, the fate of the blockade forces – and future U.S. force posture in the region – remains unclear.…

UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev has given his thoughts on Ian Machado Garry’s style as we approach UFC 330. Later this summer, Islam Makhachev will attempt to once again cement himself as one of the best fighters on the planet when he defends his UFC welterweight championship against top contender Ian Machado Garry. RELATED: Ian Machado Garry issues a warning to rival Islam Makhachev ahead of UFC 330 The expectation from many is that Makhachev will retain, but at this point, it’s hard to know which way a lot of UFC title fights will go, given the unpredictability we have…

Too long, didn’t read: go here and start training. But preferably, before you do: read on. I have done, and still do, a lot of solo training; you can find some of it here. For the most part, because I have a weird schedule and can’t make it to all the classes I’d like to attend. So I train when my schedule allows, which often means I don’t have a training partner, hence solo training. For that training, but also when I work with clients, I have used the Impetus timer app for over ten years. It is relatively flexible,…

Kyokushin Kumite is a type of full-contact karate that emphasizes physical and mental strength. It consists of sparring matches where two opponents face off in a ring, using techniques such as punches, kicks, throws, sweeps, and blocks to defeat their opponent.  Kumite, or sparring, is an essential part of Karate training. Beginners typically use the Kihon kumite techniques with ample protective gear to avoid injuries. However, Kyokushin kumite is a more advanced form that does not involve gloves or other types of protection during their sessions. Instead, it permits kicks against the head and body as well as punches and…

SAN SALVADOR, EL SALVADOR – JULY 08: A maya performs with a tradiotional ball on July 08, 2016 in San Salvador, El Salvador. Members of Guatemalan Maya people participated in a presentation of the ancient and traditional Mesoamerican Ballgame which was played, according to the discoveries, by many civilizations in Mesoamerica such as Mayas, Nahuas and Olmecas. (Photo by Alex Peña/LatinContent via Getty Images) LatinContent via Getty Images