Veterans April 26, 2021 VA's implant tests could help paralyzed veterans to walk again Medical professionals at a Veterans Affairs hospital in Virginia are using the latest technology to try to turn paralyzed service members into “cyborgs” — an electrical implant in the spine is designed to stimulate the body's sensorimotor networks, allowing the vets to walk again.
Drones March 25, 2021 Drones harassed US warships off California, report finds Mysterious flying objects repeatedly harassed three US warships off the coast of California in 2019 — at one point matching the speed and bearing of one destroyer for 90 minutes, according to newly released details from the ships’ logs.
China December 24, 2020 China starts trials for second amphibious assault ship, with third expected in 2021 The People's Liberation Army aims to complete eight amphibious vehicles that will greatly expand the naval capabilities of the Chinese military.
Pentagon December 17, 2020 How revolutionary force plate technology could save troops from injuries and slash defense spending In a bid to solve the impasse and cut down on costs, the DoD is turning to an emerging new force plate and machine learning technology – from Sparta Science – to pinpoint potential problem points to prevent future maladies, zap the attrition rate and increase physical readiness.
Wisconsin December 9, 2020 F-16 fighter jet crashes in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, pilot status remains unknown The status of a pilot of a single-seat F-16 fighter jet that crashed in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula on Tuesday night remains unknown as rescue workers continue to search the area, the Wisconsin National Guard said.
MILITARY November 17, 2020 US shoots down ICBM in space from warship for first time in successful test An intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) was shot down in space from a warship for the first time during a successful demonstration on Tuesday, according to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
2020 Presidential Election October 30, 2020 States mull deploying National Guard amid worries about Election Day unrest Amidst fears about civil unrest and violence following the Nov. 3 presidential election, more state leaders are considering the deployment of the National Guard.
Military Tech October 10, 2020 US Army testing augmented reality goggles on dogs The US Army is testing augmented reality goggles on its service dogs in hopes to allow troops to give orders remotely.
Asia October 9, 2020 Death toll soars as Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict escalates: 'This is a fight against jihadists' Ever since tensions re-flared late last month, everything from rockets to missiles to munitions continues to crack in and around Nagorno-Karabakh – the hotly fought-after land parcel bordering Christian-dominant Armenia and Muslim-majority Azerbaijan.
White House October 8, 2020 Trump administration's proposed F-35 sale to UAE hits snag The Trump administration proposal to sell the F-35, the world’s most advanced and sophisticated stealth warplane to the United Arab Emirates, the UAE, is facing turbulence.
Russia October 7, 2020 Russia claims successful launch of hypersonic missile: report Russia has successfully test-launched a hypersonic cruise missile in the Barents Sea on Tuesday, according to a report.
