Last month the US and Ukraine revealed radically different approaches to the future of warfare — and America seems to be taking a wrong turn.
The U.S. Army successfully shot down three drones using a 20-kilowatt laser weapon system in a recent test. This marks a significant step toward making directed-energy weapons a practical defense tool against increasingly common drone threats.
The U.S. military intercepted and sank a vessel allegedly providing support to Los Choneros, an Ecuadorian narco-terrorist organization. The aggressive action signals an escalation in direct U.S. military involvement against Latin American drug trafficking networks.
Ukrainian President Zelensky publicly criticized rival intelligence agencies after they got into a gunfight with each other while on a mission to prevent a Russian terrorist attack. The incident exposes dangerous internal conflicts within Ukraine's security apparatus at a critical time when unity is essential.
A court rejected the Department of Justice's attempt to force Google to sell off its ad tech business, marking another major antitrust loss for federal regulators. The defeat undermines the government's efforts to rein in Big Tech's market dominance through forced breakups.
Chevron announced it will expand its Venezuelan operations following a deal brokered by the Trump administration. The move signals a potential shift in U.S.-Venezuela relations and could increase global oil supply amid ongoing energy market volatility.
Uber is conducting mass layoffs at its California operations, eliminating thousands of positions that disproportionately affect Gen Z workers. The cuts reflect broader tech industry contraction and particularly impact younger workers who flocked to gig economy jobs.
The cause of death for beloved actor Tim Curry has been publicly revealed. His passing marks the loss of an iconic performer known for roles in Rocky Horror Picture Show and countless other productions spanning decades.
Alex Van Halen, legendary drummer and co-founder of Van Halen, received a knighthood in the Netherlands, his country of birth. The honor recognizes his massive influence on rock music and celebrates the Dutch heritage of one of rock's greatest rhythm sections.
Talking Heads frontman David Byrne created an Oscar-qualifying song using actual quotes from Elon Musk. The pointed artistic commentary transforms Musk's own words into a critique, showing how artists are responding to the tech billionaire's growing cultural and political influence.