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U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announces a new $200 million package of military aid to Ukraine, which will include ammunition for air defense systems, artillery and missile munitions, precision aviation munitions, anti-tank weapons, and equipment to counter Russian drones. This was announced by Austin at the opening of the 16th meeting of the Contact […]
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have tested livestock for resistance to viruses to prevent dangerous mutations that could pose a threat to humans. More than eight million poultry have been killed or destroyed by outbreaks in the UK since 2021. However, scientists warn that more work is needed to eradicate any possibility that the […]
The European Union has again raised the issue of creating an aircraft carrier. Thierry Breton, EU Commissioner for Internal Market, spoke on this topic. During his speech at the defense conference, Thierry Breton said that the European Commission should present a European program of investment in defense. This is necessary to support efforts to increase […]
GAC has shown an electric hypercar with acceleration to “hundreds” in 1.9 seconds. The model with a 1224 hp powerplant will be available in three versions. GAC has declassified the Hyper SSR electric hypercar. The new product will be sold in China under the Aion brand. The electric coupe will receive a powerplant with a […]
The higher quality video calling feature was first introduced on Google’s service back in April, but was only available for one-on-one calls. Now 1080p resolution is also available for group video sessions (3 or more participants) in Google Meet for Workspace subscribers. In order to use the feature, participants with Full HD (or better) webcams […]
The Ukrainian Armed Forces reached a Russian tank heading in the direction of Avdiivka. The armored vehicle was destroyed in the middle of the field by a hit from an anti-aircraft gun. On October 10, Russian troops intensified assault operations around Avdiivka. The assaults used columns of manpower, which attacked from the surrounding settlements with […]
In September, Apple launched official sales of the updated iPhone 15 line, and owners continue to share their impressions of the additional features. For example, drivers of Tesla electric cars have found a new use for the customizable “action button” in their phones, Business Insider reports. Since Apple’s launch in 2007, all iPhone models have […]
Flyer Defense has unveiled the Flyer 72 multi-purpose mobile fire support system, nicknamed the Beast, capable of countering air and ground threats. The Flyer 72, unofficially nicknamed The Beast, can be used in various combat scenarios where infantrymen need to conduct active offensive operations or defend specific important points on the battlefield. Flyer 72 combines […]
The Russian occupiers were advancing in the area of Avdiivka with up to three battalions supported by tanks and armored vehicles. This was reported in a report by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The military says that 108 combat engagements took place on the frontline over the past day. Near Avdiivka, […]
According to the British media, 5 people were taken to the hospital with combustion product poisoning. Eyewitnesses report that the fire is spreading rapidly through the parking lot, which is only five minutes from the airport terminal. Due to an intense fire that broke out at London Luton Airport (Bedfordshire), all flights were temporarily suspended. […]