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The United States military has confirmed its use of artificial intelligence (AI) to identify targets in recent air strikes across the Middle East. This acknowledgment underscores the increasingly integral role of machine learning algorithms in combat operations, offering a glimpse into the future...

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have attacked a British cargo ship and shot down a U.S. drone, further escalating tensions in the region. What Happened: The Houthi rebels, who are backed by Iran, claimed responsibility for the attack on the British cargo ship and the downing of the American drone,...

The U.S. Pentagon is now required to compile data on drug overdoses within the military following the passage of the annual defense policy bill in December. Previously, overdoses in the military were not systematically tracked.  The Defense Department (DoD), reported Military.com, will now maintain...

Boeing Co (NYSE:BA) shares have looked to be in terminal decline in recent sessions after its 737 Max 9 Alaska Airlines jet blew out a door panel in mid-flight over a week ago. But the possibility of higher defense spending in 2024 could come to its rescue. Boeing’s list of military hardware...

Miss Colorado Madison Marsh has been named Miss America 2024, making history as the first active-duty Air Force officer to win the coveted title. What Happened: The 22-year-old Second Lieutenant was previously the first from her professional background to secure a Miss America...

Russia and China are reportedly in the advanced stages of forming a military alliance that could seriously challenge the U.S. global dominance. What Happened: The leaders of these superpowers, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping, have been exploiting global instability to undermine the U.S. and its...

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un seems to have no boundaries when it comes to spying, even on its ally Russia — and despite President Joe Biden’s concerns about heightened military cooperation persisting between the two nations. What Happened: Last year, a team of North Korean hackers covertly...

Last week, Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis presented contrasting military policies, each with their unique focus and approach towards the U.S. military and national security. What Happened: DeSantis’s proposal, dubbed “Mission First,” aimed at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)...

Russian Gen. Sergei Surovikin is believed to have been detained following an attempted revolt, according to reports from the Associated Press. The report claims that it is not clear if Surovikin is facing any charges due to the revolt, or how long he will be detained. So What Happened? ...

The stock market is closed on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. It is a federal holiday dedicated to honoring those in the U.S. military who died in service. Trading activities on the NYSE and Nasdaq paused at 4 p.m. ET on Friday, May 26, and will resume on Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. ET. Many...

Lockheed Martin Corp.'s (NYSE: LMT) business unit, Missile and Fire Control, clinched a contract involving Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM). The award has been offered by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, Eglin Air Force Base, FL. Valued at $750.6 million, the contract is...

The Pentagon overestimated the cost of the ammunition, missiles, and other equipment it sent to Ukraine by around $3 billion, a Senate aide and a defense official revealed to Reuters on Thursday, adding that the blunder may lead to more weaponry sent to Ukraine for the...

China has set a target of approximately 5% economic growth in 2023, its lowest target in over 30 years while increasing its defense budget. What Happened: President Xi Jinping is seeking to restore the pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels of growth, and the low 5% target could be indicative of China’...

For the fourth time in just over a week, the U.S. military has taken down an unidentified flying object over North America. The latest aerial object to be shot down was tracked over Lake Huron, Michigan, according to Bloomberg, citing two U.S. officials.  The object had been flying...

Der Spiegel reported Tuesday that Germany will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine to aid the country in its battle against Russia. The tanks would help modernize Ukraine’s defense against Russian troops. Why Are These Tanks Special? The Leopard 2 tanks were originally designed and developed...