Putin claims war with Ukraine could be coming to an end
Putin declared the war in Ukraine was “heading to an end” on Saturday, even though the first day of a US-brokered ceasefire was marred by mutual accusations of violations and a scaled-down Victory Day parade.Continue Reading
At least 39 killed in fresh Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Despite a three-week-old ceasefire, Israel struck Lebanon repeatedly on Saturday killing at least thirty-nine people, while Hezbollah retaliated with drone attacks on northern Israel.Continue Reading
Russia is still receiving modernized T-90M, T-80BVM, and T-72B3M tanks. All of them are built on Soviet-era platforms
Russian state defense conglomerate Rostec has announced deliveries of new batches of main battle tanks to the army, including T-90M, T-80BVM, and T-72B3M models. The equipment is being upgraded based on combat experience from the war against Ukraine and feedback from military personnel. Since 2022, Russia has lost 11,894 tanks, 24,486Continue Reading
Russia planned major naval counteroffensive against Ukraine in 2026. Drones were built, but they can’t be used
Russia planned a major campaign in 2026 involving the use of naval drones. But these plans collapsed after SpaceX, at Kyiv’s request, blocked Russian access to Starlink satellite communications, says advisor to Ukraine’s Defense Minister Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov. This situation highlights Russia’s dependence on Western satellite technologies and the vulnerabilityContinue Reading
Is It True That Long-Haul Pilots Sleep In Secret Bunks During Flights?
Airlines and commercial aviation are defined by precision, discipline, and constant vigilance, especially when it comes to the responsibilities of pilots. Passengers frequently assume that pilots remain at the controls for the entire duration of a flight, particularly on long international routes that can stretch well beyond 10 hours. However,Continue Reading
Why Southwest Airlines Had To Rewrite Its New Boarding System Weeks After Launch
For more than 50 years, the boarding process at Southwest Airlines was one of the most recognizable rituals in US aviation. Passengers checked in, received an A, B, or C boarding position, lined up at the gate, and then chose any open seat once onboard. It was unusual, sometimes stressful,Continue Reading
Inside the Indigenous Fight to Save Alaska’s Bristol Bay
Bound by a common threat, unlikely allies of tribes, commercial fishermen and the conservation community came together to stop a gold and copper mine, and won. Interview by Steve Curwood, Living on Earth From our collaborating partner “Living on Earth,” public radio’s environmental news magazine, an interview by host SteveContinue Reading
War with Iran has aviation costs sky high. Are there alternatives to jet fuel?
As the blockade of the Straight of Hormuz has sent jet fuel costs and airplane seat prices soaring. NPR’s Emily Kwong looks at the viability of alternatives such as sustainable aviation fuel.Continue Reading
Demand for used hybrid cars up 41.8% as non-Tesla EV prices plunge
Even as gas prices rise, used car shoppers are embracing hybrid technology while non-Tesla EV demand falters., Even as gas prices rise, used car shoppers are embracing hybrid technology while non-Tesla EV demand falters., from Newsnation Read MoreContinue Reading
Virginia Supreme Court Rejects Redistricting Measure, Hands GOP Major Win
The state’s high court ruled Democrats failed to follow proper procedure when advancing a constitutional amendment to change map lines, dealing a blow to the party’s hopes of flipping the U.S. House., Read MoreContinue Reading
Republicans Might Be Meddling In A Key Swing District Primary. Democrats Aren’t Sure Why.
Ads linking Democratic candidate John Cavanaugh to The Traitor appear to have Republican origins., Read MoreContinue Reading
WHO head seeks to reassure residents of Spanish island where hantavirus-stricken ship is headed
The head of the World Health Organization is seeking to reassure residents of the Spanish island of Tenerife worried about the anticipated arrival there of a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship, Read MoreContinue Reading
Hantavirus-stricken cruise ship arrives in Tenerife
The cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak arrived early Sunday off the Spanish island of Tenerife, where the process of sending most passengers back to their home countries will get underway., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading