Mini air defense against FPVs and the “Peace Duck” AI interceptor: Ukraine unveils 20-system counter-drone arsenal
A Ukrainian defense technology company has unveiled an integrated counter-drone architecture featuring an automated “mini air defense” system designed to intercept FPV drones and an AI-enabled interceptor capable of autonomously targeting Russian reconnaissance UAVs, RBK-Ukraine reports. Ukraine has rapidly expanded development of domestic drone and counter-drone technologies as both sidesContinue Reading
Conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori wins Peru’s presidential election in runoff
Voters were primarily concerned with increasing levels of crime, especially extortion by violent organized crime gangs, and Fujimori pledged to combat crime with an iron fist., Read MoreContinue Reading
Is China’s new ethnic unity law a step towards forced assimilation?
The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity., The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity. Beijing’s new ethnic unity law has taken effect. It strengthens Mandarin’s position as the primary language of education, official business and public spaces across China. TheContinue Reading
Mamdani calls for unity on America’s 250th birthday
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the US’s 250th birthday by reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals., NewsFeed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the US’s 250th anniversary with a speech reflecting on the nation’s founding ideals, saying the milestone offers Americans a chance to “take measure ofContinue Reading
McConnell “continues his recovery” a month after cardiac arrest emergency
New statements affirm senator’s ongoing health issues and hospitalization after emergency cardiac arrest in June Published July 3, 2026 2:30PM (EDT) Outgoing Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) continues hospitalization care after last month’s cardiac arrest emergency. (WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 4: Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) is seen as the Senate votesContinue Reading
Pete Hegseth Slams ‘Ingrates’ As Protesters Overwhelm Speech To National Guard In DC
After arriving late to the event, the secretary thanked service members while seething at demonstrators., Read MoreContinue Reading
Right-Wingers Freak Out Over Mamdani’s Science-Backed AC Guidance: ‘Welcome To Communism People!’
The New York City mayor’s request to set thermostats at 78 degrees to avoid straining the power grid has the GOP acting like communism is taking over., Read MoreContinue Reading
“What to the Slave Is the 4th of July?”: James Earl Jones Reads Frederick Douglass’s Historic Speech
We begin our July Fourth special broadcast with the words of Frederick Douglass. Born into slavery around 1818, Douglass became a key leader of the abolitionist movement. On July 5, 1852, in Rochester, New York, Douglass gave one of his most famous speeches, “What to the Slave Is the FourthContinue Reading
Snap Store will be down for maintenance this weekend
Canonical’s Snap Store will be shutting down for database maintenance at the weekend, meaning users won’t be able to install or update snaps until it’s back online. The planned downtime is expected to last for four hours, starting on Sunday, 5 July 2026 at 22:00 UTC and ending on Monday,Continue Reading
Swifties brace heat for Taylor and Travis’ wedding celebration
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are widely expected to celebrate their wedding in New York, where Madison Square Garden has become the center of intense speculation and activity. Some fans have even traveled to the city to take part in the excitement. Jenna Zucker is at the scene. #TaylorSwift #TravisKelceContinue Reading
Iran begins week of funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Khamenei
Top Iranian officials and foreign dignitaries pay respects to late leader killed in joint US-Israeli strike in February., The body of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei lies in state in a vast hall in Tehran as top Iranian officials and foreign dignitaries pay their respects, marking the beginningContinue Reading
Israeli settlers intensify attacks in West Bank, targeting water supplies
The attacks mark a sharp spike in settler assaults on Palestinians and their homes and livelihoods in recent weeks., The attacks mark a sharp spike in settler assaults on Palestinians and their homes and livelihoods in recent weeks. Israeli settlers have attacked several parts of the occupied West Bank, seizingContinue Reading
EndeavourOS Titan: Feature Highlights
We round up the EndeavourOS Titan release. EndeavourOS Titan is now available, released on March 12 2026. This fresh Arch-based ISO brings smarter hardware support and a smoother installation experience while keeping the lightweight, customizable spirit we all love. This Arch-based distribution gives me the pure Arch experience with aContinue Reading