AUKUS eyes new allies for high-tech defense expansion beyond submarines
In a surprising turn of events, the AUKUS triad of Australia, Britain, and the United States is reportedly expanding its horizons, contemplating new partnerships with [more…]
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Sabotage strikes French rail, disrupts Olympic Games’ opening
Just as the world was poised to watch the grand spectacle of the Olympic Games’ opening ceremony in Paris, France’s rail network became the stage [more…]
British army tests anti-drone laser weapon
In a leap towards future warfare technology, the British Army has recently put Raytheon’s cutting-edge anti-drone laser weapon to the test, deploying it from a [more…]
Software update grounds flights, silences broadcasters, and disrupts services worldwide
In a twist straight out of a dystopian tech nightmare, the digital world was thrown into chaos on Friday, thanks to a software update that [more…]
Serbia prioritizes European carmakers with lithium supply deal
In a bold move to fortify its economic ties with the European Union, Serbia has decided to offer lithium procurement opportunities to European automotive giants [more…]
Automakers under scrutiny for importing components from banned Chinese supplier
BMW, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), and Volkswagen (VW) have found themselves embroiled in controversy over their use of parts made by a supplier with alleged [more…]
Singapore Airlines flight diverts to Bangkok after severe mid-air incident leaves one dead, 71 injured
In a recent and harrowing episode high above the clouds, a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore experienced extreme turbulence, resulting in the tragic [more…]
New logistics hub in Afghanistan signals shift in global trade routes
News surfaced last week about plans for a new logistics center in Herat province, Afghanistan, involving Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan. The project, part of the broader [more…]
Hong Kong treasury chief reaffirms identity requirements for pension withdrawals amidst UK minister’s visit
Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, Christopher Hui, recently met with UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, to discuss a range [more…]
Britain-Canada trade arrangements set to expire, car makers face tariff hike
Britain and Canada, long-standing allies with deep historical ties, are facing a hiccup in their post-Brexit trade relations. The recent announcement that trade arrangements enabling [more…]