In 2025, militaries worldwide accelerated their efforts to redefine warfare. They invested heavily in advanced weapons, stockpiled ammunition, and explored new strategies to challenge traditional advantages like stealth and naval dominance. This year saw remarkable advancements, blurring the line be
China has decided to impose tariffs on European dairy products. The move comes after an investigation into EU subsidies for dairy. These subsidies, according to China, have hurt their own dairy industry. The tariffs will range from 21. 9% to 42. 7%. Companies that cooperated with the investigation w
Al Flanigan, a name synonymous with Arkansas basketball, left an indelible mark on the sport. His journey began in Magnolia, where he honed his skills before making a name for himself at Southern Arkansas University. There, he set records that still stand today, showcasing his talent and dedication.
China is beefing up its nuclear weapons, and it's not just a little. A recent draft report from the Pentagon suggests that China has likely loaded over 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into silos across three different fields. This is a big deal because it shows China is expanding its
In the vast South China Sea, a new offshore oil project has begun operations. The Xijiang Oilfields 24 Block Development Project, situated in the Pearl River Mouth Basin, is a shallow-water venture that taps into existing infrastructure from the nearby Huixi Oilfields. This project is notable for it
China's central bank decided to keep its key interest rates the same for the seventh month in a row. This happened even though the country's economy is facing some tough times. The rates for 1-year and 5-year loans stayed at 3% and 3. 5%, respectively. These rates are important because they help set
Tencent, a major player in China's tech scene, has found a smart way to get its hands on NVIDIA's powerful Blackwell B200 AI chips. Even though the U. S. has banned the direct export of these chips to China, Tencent is using a clever loophole. They are renting the chips through a Japanese company ca
Virginia Tech is making a move to strengthen its defense. They are looking at Sean Spencer, who has been coaching defensive lines for years. He has worked at big schools like Texas A&M, Florida, and Penn State. He even spent time in the NFL with the New York Giants. Spencer's teams have been really
In a recent study, researchers looked at how well certain blood fat markers can predict health issues in older adults. The study used advanced computer methods to analyze these markers. The goal was to see if they could predict problems like heart disease and diabetes. The study involved a large gro
In a bold move, Chinese authorities targeted a large underground church network. They didn't hold back. Police stormed a Sunday service, handcuffed a pastor during a senior retreat, and even showed up at a pastor's home late at night. This wasn't a one-time thing. It was a coordinated effort. Pasto
