An explosion near the Afghan foreign ministry killed five people and wounded several others, a Taliban police spokesman said. It was the second prominent attack in the capital so far in 2023.
James Lowenstein dies at 95; his Senate reports challenged Vietnam War claims
As a Senate staffer he traveled across Southeast Asia, gathering details about military and intelligence activities. He was later the ambassador to Luxembourg.
The PLA’s People Problem
China’s military has long struggled to field quality personnel.
Apple reportedly considering touchscreen Mac laptop for 2025
The move, if it were to happen, would mark a significant reversal for Apple, which has said for years that touchscreen laptops are ergonomically inferior.
House Votes To Establish New Select Committee On Competition With China
The House on Tuesday voted in favor of establishing a new select committee focused on China’s technological and security priorities and ongoing competition with the United States. Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.), a member of the House Armed Services Comm…
Remembering big wave surfer Marcio Freire
We remember famed big wave surfer Márcio Freire who died surfing in the Portuguese town of Nazaré last week.
HASC Seapower’s Top Dem Calls Reported FY ‘24 Spending Cap Plan ‘A Fool’s Errand’
The top Democrat on the House Armed Services Seapower Subcommittee said Wednesday discussions around capping fiscal year 2022 discretionary spending at FY ‘22 enacted levels is “a fool’s errand,” calling it a “completely unrealistic policy.” Rep. Joe C…
Brazilian conservatives condemn riot, remain loyal to Bolsonaro
The defeated former president spent years sowing mistrust in the country’s democratic institutions, stoking the anger that drove followers to riot in Brasília.
Jeff Beck, guitar god who influenced generations, dies at 78
A guitar virtuoso who pushed the boundaries of blues, jazz and rock ‘n’ roll, Jeff Beck has died.