US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is pushing for a "generational investment" of nearly $1.5 trillion for 2027 military spending, a 44% increase, while also seeking emergency funds for the ongoing, unpopular Iran war. This comes despite a previous order for budget cuts and questions about $75bn in unobligated funds from a prior bump.
US Democrats, led by Reps. Khanna, Suozzi, and Dingell, introduced a bill to create an Industrial Bank for American Manufacturing. Funded by up to $15bn annually from China tariffs, it aims to revitalize domestic manufacturing, particularly in de-industrialized areas, supporting small and medium-sized businesses.
A Michelin-starred chef and an ECB campaign head highlight the deep connection between cricket and food, from traditional intervals to diverse community meals. The article explores how food defines the sport's culture, fosters community, and creates lasting memories for players and fans.
Hedy Lamarr, an Austrian-born Hollywood actress, transcended her glamorous image to become a World War II inventor. Alongside George Antheil, she patented the 'Secret Communication System' using frequency hopping, a technology foundational to modern GPS, WLAN, and Bluetooth.
Germany's Ruhr region, once a thriving industrial hub, is using hundreds of its disused post-war 'slipper churches' as venues for Manifesta 16, a travelling art biennale. The exhibition explores themes of deindustrialisation, unemployment, and migration, reimagining these community spaces to bridge the past and future.
Japan is focusing on unmanned combat capabilities to build asymmetric advantages and advance its 'remilitarisation' agenda, planning to invest 1 trillion yen (US$6.2 billion) in uncrewed systems over five years starting in 2023.
A briefing to BHP investors by the Australasian Centre for Corporate Responsibility (ACCR) warns Australia's federal fuel tax break, worth $622m to BHP, is delaying the miner's decarbonisation efforts. The ACCR suggests removing the tax break would make electrification projects financially viable, raising questions about BHP's climate commitments and transparency.
Polish PM Donald Tusk announced a national memorial for victims of WWII 'genocide by Ukrainian nationalists'. The move escalates a historical dispute with Ukraine, which views the UPA as independence fighters. Ukraine calls the decision a 'strategic mistake' amid the ongoing Russian invasion.
The Ukraine conflict, nearing 1,600 days, mirrors WWI with trench warfare and large-scale drone deployment. NATO has pledged $80 billion in military aid, with the US contributing $70 billion. Ukraine's air defense has evolved from Soviet-era systems to Western technology, including Patriot and IRIS-T, while facing challenges against Russian ballistic missiles.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Omsk oil refinery, its largest, located 2,700km from Ukraine. The attack, confirmed by local authorities, occurred before a Nato summit. Russia claimed most drones were destroyed, with no casualties. President Zelenskyy hailed it as a significant achievement, extending Ukraine's strike capability to Siberia.
Rishi Sharma, an Indian-origin man living in the US, has spent 10 years interviewing over 3,000 WWII combat veterans to preserve their life stories and contributions to history. His project, Remember WWII, is funded by donations and shared on YouTube.
Rishi Sharma, an Indian-origin man living in the US, has dedicated over a decade to interviewing World War II combat veterans. The 28-year-old has interviewed over 3,000 veterans across all fifty states and internationally, aiming to preserve their stories and contributions before they are lost.
Whey, once a dairy byproduct, is now a high-demand product due to the "proteinmaxxing" trend and weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. This surge has led to shortages and price increases, impacting the traditional dairy and cheese markets.
The US dairy industry is experiencing a whey protein boom, fueled by GLP-1 weight loss drugs, leading to shortages and price hikes. This shift is transforming cheesemaking, with whey now a valuable co-product rather than waste, and impacting traditional dairy production.
Russian missile and drone strikes hit Kyiv early Thursday, killing two people and injuring over a dozen. The attack followed President Zelensky's warning of an impending "massive attack" and his early return from Dublin.
Jackie, a chacma baboon from South Africa, served in the First World War, wearing a uniform, marching with troops, and standing guard. Wounded in combat and promoted to Corporal, he received a military pension, becoming a unique non-human soldier.
Israel's Cabinet unanimously approved a proposal to designate violence against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I as genocide, a move reflecting deteriorating ties with Turkey. Turkey condemned the decision as politically motivated, accusing Israel of trying to distract from its actions against Palestinians.
Manifesta 16, a European contemporary art biennial, is transforming 12 disused churches in Germany's Ruhr region into art installations and community spaces. The "This is not a church" program features international artists and explores the history of postwar German church architecture, reflecting social change and democratic ideals.
Donald Trump asserts communism poses a greater threat to the US than WWI, WWII, 9/11, and Pearl Harbor, distinguishing it from socialism by labeling socialist candidates as communists.
Rome hosts four-day festivities for Vespa's 80th anniversary, with thousands riding through the city, highlighting its cultural impact and global popularity since 1946.
Japanese Defense Minister Takaichi's speech at the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Okinawa was disrupted by demonstrators chanting 'No to war!' and 'Protect Article 9!', referencing Japan's pacifist constitution clause.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will not attend a high-level conference on Ukraine's postwar reconstruction in Poland due to a dispute over naming a military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), which killed thousands of Poles in WWII. Poland's President Nawrocki revoked Zelenskyy's highest civilian honor in response.
Donald Trump declared victory dozens of times in a war with Iran, culminating in a MOU signed at Versailles. Despite claims of total victory and peace, the article argues Trump lost the war on day one, escalating regional instability, alienating allies, and shattering US prestige.
Wyndham Clark secured his second US Open title but faced a hostile crowd at Shinnecock Hills. Despite a dominant lead, spectators were sparse during his third round and openly hostile during the final round, cheering his struggles and booing his successes.
