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A basic starting point for the combination of Christianity and IR’s theory of realism must be that Christianity has influenced realism, or that they share some fundamental assumptions about the world, so much so that a combination is justified. We refer here to what can be considered Christian based on biblical scripture, exegesis, and revelation, and its combination with the specific IR theory of classical realism, as opposed to other theoretical branches of IR realism. In recent years, a renewed interest for Christian realism and its core scholars can be observed (Polinder 2024; Moore 2020; Troy 2018). We also see…

Internet legend Supah Hot Fire scored a violent second-round knockout over R&B singer Ray J in the featured MMA bout at Adin Ross’ BRANDRISK 14 last night (Sat., May 24, 2026) inside the Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada.Yes, you read that correctly.And somehow, the bizarre fight actually delivered a legitimate knockout.The opening round, however, was complete chaos for all the wrong reasons.Supah Hot Fire spent most of the first round circling around the cage without throwing a single punch, while Ray J awkwardly chased him around looking like a man who had never thrown hands in his life.Then everything…

WASHINGTON (AP) — Tulsi Gabbard resigned as President Donald Trump’s director of national intelligence on Friday, saying she needed to leave office as her husband battles cancer. She is the fourth Cabinet member to depart during Trump’s second term, all of them women. In her resignation letter, which she posted on social media, Gabbard said she told Trump she would leave her job overseeing the coordination of 18 intelligence agencies on June 30. She said her husband had recently been diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer and “faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months.” “At this…

Story May 21, 2026 Meaghan Keller, COO, Global SOF Foundation At the close of SOF Week 2026 in Tampa, Global SOF Foundation COO Meaghan Keeler discusses the Global SOF’s co-sponsorship with the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), meeting objectives of USSOCOM Commander Admiral Bradley, the large increase in event attendance, and the successful launch of the new “Outpost” aviation and drone hub at Peter O’Knight Airport. Keeler also details the two ways the SOF Week highlights non-profits — the SOF Community Corridor and the Nonprofit Round Robin. Topics include: Co-sponsorship of SOF Week with USSOCOM Admiral Bradley’s first…

There was a time when completing a 100-mile hike would have been unfathomable for Army veteran John Filipkowski. After all, it took years to recover from the blast. Filipkowski, a Special Forces soldier, was serving in Afghanistan when an IED tore through his vehicle, flinging his body airborne and causing a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Physically, his body was so damaged that he was confined to a wheelchair, eventually using a cane for mobility. Mentally, the post-traumatic stress the former sergeant first class suffered from 11 deployments handcuffed him with anxiety and depression. Yet, there he was, along with a…

President of Ukraine 22 May 2026 – 22:09 In the Rivne region, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with heads of regional military administrations and territorial communities from the Rivne, Zhytomyr, and Volyn regions, as well as members of parliament representing these regions. Government officials joined both in person and online. The Head of State discussed with participants the current security situation and the importance of being prepared for any possible threats. “We are looking closely at the north right now based on various intelligence signals. We must be strong. The Russians will achieve nothing, that is certain.…

The Army’s $252.8 billion fiscal 2027 budget proposal contains more than $8.4 billion for barracks improvements and construction, but the plan, which would quadruple the service’s spending for unaccompanied housing, faces an uphill battle in Congress.The service’s fiscal 2027 budget request includes $2.9 billion in discretionary funds — the portion of the budget that supports programs, procurement and other expenses — and $5.8 billion in a special apportion for barracks that would pass under a separate bill, known as reconciliation.Army Budget Director Major Gen. Rebecca McElwain said Thursday the budget would enable the Army to balance current readiness and “future…

Contracts AIR FORCE VIASAT Inc., (FA880726FB004), and INTELSAT General Communications LLC, (FA880726FB005), have been awarded a combined $437,665,005 firm-fixed-price, indefinite‐delivery/indefinite‐quantity, delivery contract for the procurement of space vehicles in support of the Protected Tactical Satellite-Global program. Work will be performed at the listed contractors’ locations and is expected to be completed by March 19, 2029. These awards are the result of a competitive Fair Opportunity acquisition solicitation, and five offers were received. Fiscal 2026 research, development, test and evaluation funds in the amount of $150,000,000 are being obligated at the time of award. The Space Systems Command, Los Angeles Air…

MMA Fighting has Brand Risk 14 results for the Manziel vs. Menery fight card, live blogs for the top two fights, and more from Meta APEX in Las Vegas on Saturday night.In the main event, former NFL quarterback and college football star Johnny Manziel squares off against Bob Menery, a social media influencer and podcaster, in a middleweight contest. They will compete in an amateur MMA match with six-ounce gloves.Former NBA players Michael Beasley and Lance Stephenson also compete in an MMA match on the main card.The Brand Risk 14 event is a mix of MMA and boxing matches and…

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria isn’t expecting cage rust to impact Conor McGregor in his return at UFC 329 this summer. UFC superstar Conor McGregor will attempt one of the most highly anticipated comebacks in Mixed Martial Arts history this summer at UFC 329. McGregor will face former BMF titleholder Max Holloway in the UFC 329 main event to conclude the promotion’s annual International Fight Week event in Las Vegas. Despite the fanfare with McGregor’s return to the Octagon, not many are predicting he’ll come out victorious against Holloway in their rematch. Holloway is a significant favorite weeks out from…