Chinese and Russian decline could become global problems – The Hill
Chinese and Russian decline could become global problems The Hill
Day: February 9, 2026
CIA overhauls acquisition to get new tech faster
The new framework includes a vendor-vetting system and streamlined IT authorization.
Seattle police say crime is down. When will everyone feel safer?
We will make no progress on gun violence in Seattle and King County if we are in denial about the severity of the problem, writes Naomi Ishisaka.
Seattle theater for February, March includes a Ryan Gosling tear-jerker
This month in Seattle theater, enjoy cannibal humor, a dystopian wedding and more alongside classics from Shakespeare and Suzan Lori-Parks.
Japan’s election result is a geopolitical earthquake and a ‘very big deal’ for Australia
The Japanese people have just given Sanae Takaichi a super-majority in the parliament. It signals a period of great change ahead for one of Australia’s key allies.
Middle East on the brink of war: Why US-Iran talks may be the last chance for peace
As war clouds gather over Iran, will Hezbollah and the Houthis step in to defend Tehran?
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Neara, which builds digital twins of critical infrastructure to help prepare for disasters, raised a AU$90M Series D, a source says at a AU$1.1B valuation (Rhiannon Hoyle/Wall Street Journal)
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Neara, which builds digital twins of critical infrastructure to help prepare for disasters, raised a AU$90M Series D, a source says at a AU$1.1B valuation — Australian startup’s customers includ…
Explained: What Happens If UK PM Starmer Quits, Or Challenged?
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing calls to step down with his team in crisis over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US.
NATO corps chiefs set 2026 focus on year of execution
Senior army corps commanders from across NATO met in Izmir, Turkey, in late January to align planning and training priorities for 2026 as the Alliance moves to operationalise its regional defence plans.
The post NATO corps chiefs set 2026 focus on year of execution first appeared on UK Defence Journal.
Ministers back Starmer after rebels go public to tear down prime minister
The British PM is fighting a Labour rebellion after the head of the party’s Scottish wing called on him to stand down, sharply escalating the pressure for a new leader and ministry.