U.S. Navy F/A-18 ‘Flexes’ Service Life
Kris Osborn, Warrior Maven Infrared tracking, digital cockpits, and advanced targeting transform the classic F/A-18, keeping this carrier-attack workhorse lethal and relevant
Month: May 2026
Shoes are Taking Back the Amphibs
CDR Salamander There is a point an officer’s career when they take a double take, and ask the question, “Why is that amphib commanded by an aviator?”
Navy, Marine Corps Weighing Force Generation Model Revamp for Amphibs
BD Navy and Marine Corps leaders said they are considering shaking up the 36-month Optimized Fleet Response plan, in lieu of a longer cycle that can accommodate two deployments
How the UK quietly became a research powerhouse in the fight against malaria
The UK is driving pioneering malaria research in areas including genetic engineering, vaccines, and medicines. In Tanzania, the scientists involved tell Nick Ferris why research to tackle the disease and save lives is so important, particularly given t…
Banksy confirms a new statue in central London of a man blinded by a flag is his work
Elusive street artist Banksy said Thursday that a new sculpture that appeared in central London of a man striding off a plinth, with his face blinded by a billowing flag, is his work.
Chinese Court Rules AI Automation Is Not Valid Reason For Firing Employees
Hangzhou Intermediate People’s Court ruled in favour of an employee who was fired by a tech company to be replaced with cost-saving AI.
U.S. beginning effort to “guide” stranded ships out of Strait of Hormuz
President Trump announced the U.S. would “guide” ships not involved in the war with Iran out of the Strait of Hormuz. A U.S.-led task force says it has started the operation.
Japan risks Trump’s ire as Iran war fallout sparks currency intervention
“FX intervention will only get them so far,” one strategist said after the yen surged.
A Ransomware Negotiator Was Working for a Ransomware Gang
Someone pleaded guilty to secretly working for a ransomware gang as he negotiated ransomware payments for clients.
Japanese man arrested after wife’s remains found in zoo incinerator, officials say
The victim once told her relatives that her husband was threatening to “burn you until no trace of you will be left,” public broadcaster NHK said, citing investigative sources.