A lot of naval news has come out over the past two weeks, much of it focused on VLS cell counts per ship and related topics. It also just so happens that the PLAN released a batch of PR photos of DDG‑104 Wuxi, a Type 055 destroyer, launching the J-20 hypersonic anti-ship ballistic missile that was only recently revealed during the September 3rd parade. Interesting timing 

Scientists say volcanic activity at the site, which frequently erupts, had intensified this week, with craters continuously emitting ash.

Pileup involving 67 cars in Gunma leaves two dead and 26 injured  The Japan TimesTwo dead in 50-vehicle pile up on Japan highway  BBCAt Least 2 Dead, 26 Others Injured After Fiery Car Crash Involving Over 50 Vehicles on Icy Road&nbs…

Polls close in first phase of Myanmar elections widely condemned as a sham  The GuardianMyanmar pro-military party claims huge lead in contentious elections  Al JazeeraMyanmar goes to the polls amid civil war and humanitarian crisis…

Polls open for Myanmar’s first general election in 5 years  NBC NewsA sham poll in Myanmar opens a new phase of military rule  The EconomistMyanmar is holding phased elections. Here’s why they’re being called a ‘sham’  NPR…