Litvanya'da düzenlenen 2026 UIPM 17 Yaş Altı Dünya Pentatlon Şampiyonası'nda milli modern pentatloncular Tulya Kesebir ve Tuana Özgür, kadınlar bayrak yarışında altın madalya kazandı.
Russia's upgraded Yak-130M combat trainer aircraft, featuring over 50% modernized equipment including advanced sight systems and radar, was inspected by President Putin. The aircraft, capable of employing a broad range of armaments, completed its debut test flight in June 2026, with full trials and export deliveries planned for December 2028.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev announced in Beijing that the company will continue localizing nuclear fuel fabrication technologies in China to meet the country's increasing reactor demand. Rosatom is also supplying equipment and software for China's CFR-600 fast sodium-cooled reactor.
The Pentagon has added Fudan University and Shanghai Jiao Tong University to a list of 88 foreign institutions deemed a threat to US national security, barring US Department of Defence-funded researchers from collaboration starting in fiscal year 2026.
GSMA, a telecom industry body, estimates the cost of removing high-risk vendors like Huawei and ZTE from EU telecoms networks at €30-40 billion, significantly higher than the European Commission's €10-13 billion estimate, citing equipment replacement and reduced competition.
The crossed-out trash bin symbol, known as the WEEE marking, signifies that electronic devices must be recycled separately from general waste due to hazardous and valuable materials. Originating from EU regulation, this symbol appears globally, reminding consumers of the environmental impact of e-waste and the importance of proper disposal.
India's 22-member boxing contingent for the 2026 Commonwealth Games experienced a significant setback as nearly half their luggage went missing during their flight from Belfast to Glasgow, leaving several boxers without essential training gear and ceremonial attire days before the competition. This is the second such incident for the team, which still holds high medal expectations despite the logistical issues.
Nintendo's Splatoon Raiders, the first spin-off in the popular ink-splattering series, is critiqued as a conventional cooperative action game. While designed for multiplayer, its straightforward missions and familiar mechanics make it feel pedestrian, lacking the unique charm and depth of the main Splatoon titles.
The global semiconductor manufacturing equipment market is projected to reach a record high of $229.5 billion by 2028, driven by increased investment in AI infrastructure, advanced logic chips, and next-generation memory products like HBM, according to a SEMI report.
A 23-year-old US Air Force airman, Cedric Eneluna, was killed when heavy equipment rolled down an embankment at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The cause remains under investigation.
West Bengal's new government has replaced Mamata Banerjee's 'Khela Hobey Divas' on August 16 with 'Ayushman Divas', celebrating the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari cited the date's historical significance related to the 'Great Calcutta killings' of 1946.
Russia is developing financial and leasing instruments to support its aircraft exports to foreign markets, according to Industry and Trade Minister Anton Alikhanov. Discussions are underway regarding the involvement of GTLK or Rostec in these mechanisms, with foreign partners showing interest, particularly India and Indonesia.
Indian nuclear equipment suppliers are expanding capacities due to anticipated demand following new legislation allowing private nuclear power plants. The government targets 100 GW by 2047, creating significant opportunities for component makers like Tema India and Walchandnagar Industries.
Weinan E, a Peking University professor, stated at an AI conference in Shanghai that advanced domestic scientific instruments are crucial for generating high-quality data needed for AI in science. He likened the situation to "cooking without rice" if such equipment is unavailable.
Международный союз современного пятиборья (UIPM) снял все санкции с российских спортсменов, что министр спорта Михаил Дегтярев назвал продолжением возвращения команд на международную арену.
A Russian Defense Ministry report states that a Lancet loitering munition crew destroyed approximately 20 Ukrainian military equipment items in the Dobropolye area. Targets included a self-propelled gun, a tank, and armored vehicles.
Russian military spokesmen from Battlegroups North, East, South, and West reported eliminating hundreds of Ukrainian drones, including fixed-wing UAVs and octocopters, along with drone control centers, robotic systems, and Starlink stations over the past day.
US President Donald Trump announced new arms sales to NATO allies and Ukraine, including advanced air defence systems, during a summit in Ankara. He highlighted a planned Patriot missile maintenance facility and a license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot interceptor missiles, signaling a strengthened military partnership.
US President Donald Trump announced new arms sales to Europe, including advanced air defence systems for Ukraine, during the Nato summit in Ankara. He highlighted a planned Patriot missile maintenance facility and stated that American equipment would be a major beneficiary of European military rebuilding.
The US government is letting a data center regulation expire, CISA urges agencies to fix security bugs rapidly due to AI threats, Meta contractors posed as teens to test rival chatbots, and DOJ lawyers argue xAI is vital for national security. Buying used iPhones and home batteries are also discussed.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced Bulgaria can no longer provide weapons and military equipment to Ukraine, stating stockpiles are exhausted. While financial support continues, further arms deliveries are halted, aligning with previous government decisions and contrasting with Ukraine's appeals for more aid.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev stated that Bulgaria has exhausted its military stockpiles of weapons and ammunition available for transfer to Ukraine, having already delivered 13 aid packages. The country can now only assist by repairing military equipment.
Agreements totaling at least $50 billion were signed at a defense industry forum during the NATO summit in Ankara. The deals include air defense systems, UAVs, and joint weapons projects. Additionally, 20 NATO members will invest $40 billion in drone production via the Drone Edge initiative.
Lithuania's army warehouses received a batch of anti-tank missiles worth €3 million from German manufacturer EuroSpike GmbH. This is the fourth delivery under a €11.5 million contract, with Spike LR2 missiles to be integrated into Vilkas infantry fighting vehicles.
