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Mar 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

Arctic Artillery Teams Get Drone Help

NATO forces are testing how drones can aid artillery in Norway’s icy north. They use small, cheap drones to spot targets and send data back to the gun crews. The big war in Ukraine showed that drones are useful, but they do not replace guns. The 29th Commando Regiment of the British Army trai

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Ukrainian Soldiers Turn Trainers to Help Germany Ready for 2029

Germany’s army chief announced that Ukrainian military instructors will join German training schools to prepare the country for a potential Russian strike by 2029. This marks a reversal of roles, as Western forces had previously been helping Ukraine defend itself. In early March, Berlin and Kyiv

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Finland Opens Door to Nuclear Arms as Security Strategy Shifts

Finland is set to remove a long‑standing prohibition that has kept nuclear weapons off its land. The move follows the country’s recent decision to join NATO, a step many see as a response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The 1987 law that banned the import, creation, and use of nuclear bombs on F

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Feb 27 2026POLITICS

The Michigan Governor Race: Who’s Winning the Vote?

In a fresh poll released by Glengariff Group, U. S. Rep John James shows no support from Black voters at all, while former Detroit mayor Mike Duggan leads the pack with 59. 3% of that demographic. The three candidates—James, Democrat Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, and Duggan running as an indepe

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

U. S. Hospital Ship Rumor Debunked – What Really Happened in Greenland

"First, the claim that a U. S. hospital ship is heading to Greenland was made by President Trump on Truth Social, but it turns out there are no orders from the Pentagon to send such a vessel. Second, the U. S. Navy owns two hospital ships – the USNS Comfort and the USNS Mercy – both of which are cu

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Feb 23 2026TECHNOLOGY

Arctic Drone Race: Why NATO Must Catch Up

NATO’s plans to protect the far‑north are catching up to Russia’s rapid drone growth. Russia has built a huge fleet of unmanned aircraft and sea‑borne drones, learning from the war in Ukraine. Their new units fly across the Northern Sea Route and support missiles, surveillance, and even strike m

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Europe’s Quiet Reckoning Over Post‑Soviet Peace

The U. S. ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, told a Washington broadcast that Europe’s relaxed stance after the Soviet collapse is now at odds with the reality of war in Ukraine. He said European leaders are not worried about U. S. support, but rather the growing danger on their own continent as

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

A U. S. Diplomat's Trip to Strengthen Bonds with Europe's Conservative Leaders

Marco Rubio, the U. S. Secretary of State, is heading to Eastern Europe for a quick visit. He plans to meet with leaders from Slovakia and Hungary. These countries have leaders who are quite conservative and have a good relationship with former U. S. President Donald Trump. Rubio's trip is all abou

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

UK and Europe Team Up for Stronger Defence

The UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, is pushing for a stronger bond with Europe on defence matters. He believes this step is crucial to reduce Europe's heavy reliance on the US within NATO. Starmer is set to share these thoughts at the Munich Security Conference, emphasizing the need for a more un

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

Campaign Clash: Newcomer Challenges Incumbent Over Money Rules

Rick Jackson, a business leader who just stepped into Georgia’s governor race, has already become a headline. In less than two weeks he is leading polls and filing a lawsuit against fellow Republican Burt Jones, the current lieutenant governor. Jackson’s claim centers on how Jones raises money. The

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