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15 state attorneys general want TikTok reclassified, Rubio wants it banned
It seems with each passing week, the troubles for TikTok just keeping piling up. In just the last few days, 15 state attorneys general demanded the app’s content rating be raised, three more states banned the app from government-owned devices, and there’s a bipartisan effort in Congress to ban TikTok altogether. TikTok is owned by… -
Ukraine teaches drone surrendering, US to send Patriot missiles
Unmanned aerial vehicles, or drones, are quickly becoming one of the more versatile tools to modern militaries. They can perform reconnaissance, attack targets and defend positions. Now, the Ukrainian Armed Forces are teaching Russian soldiers how to surrender to a drone. The Ukrainian army recently released an instructional video, which lays out a step-by-step process… -
DeSantis calls for a grand jury to investigate COVID vaccines
Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., is an outspoken critic of many of the federal government’s COVID-19 policies, specifically mask and vaccine mandates. Now, the potential 2024 presidential candidate is asking Florida’s Supreme Court to impanel a grand jury to investigate “any and all wrongdoing” in regard to COVID-19 vaccines. “Because in Florida, it is against the… -
Lockheed Martin, Rafael Defense partner in ‘Iron Beam’ laser development
Whether it’s the Russians using drones and missile barrages to attack Ukraine, or Hezbollah firing homemade rockets to attack Israel, modern militaries need to find a way to handle incoming aerial threats. However, the solution needs to be budget-friendly. Enter, the Iron Beam. The Iron Beam was developed by Israeli manufacturer Rafael Defense Systems LTD.… -
California scientists reach major nuclear fusion milestone
Since the 1950s, scientists have been working on what’s been called the “Holy Grail of Energy generation,” nuclear fusion. Fusion would be an abundant and clean source of energy. This week, the U.S. Department of Energy is announcing a major breakthrough in fusion technology. Scientists at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California reportedly used… -
Texas lawmaker proposes social media ban for minors
Over the course of the last few weeks, a growing number of lawmakers at both the state and federal level have called for a ban on TikTok. Now, a Texas lawmaker is pushing for a ban on all social media for anyone under 18. In August, Texas state Rep. Jared Patterson called social media the… -
Gen Z smartphone use in US military a security concern
U.S. military recruiters have faced multiple headwinds in recent years. Not only are fewer Americans signing up, but more than 70% of Americans aged 17-24 are already ineligible to join. The Americans who are signing up are bringing with them a 21st century challenge for officers: how can they keep troops off their smartphones? Gen Z… -
Five states ban TikTok from government devices, more bans likely
Depending on whom you ask, TikTok is either a fun and engaging social media app or a tool of the Chinese Communist Party posing serious threats to national security. A growing list of lawmakers think it’s the latter. Indiana filed two lawsuits against TikTok this week, alleging the social media company is deceiving consumers about… -
North Carolina substation attacks part of dozens across US
The power is back on in Moore County, North Carolina. Residents there went without electricity for five days after attacks on two electrical substations. According to the Department of Energy, the attacks in Moore County were just two of the dozens of intentional attacks reported on the U.S. power grid this year. According to Moore… -
US Army finds replacement for Black Hawk helicopter
The United States Army’s Black Hawk helicopter has been the workhorse of the service for decades, transporting troops to and around battlefields. Warfare is changing, however, and the Army needs a new workhorse. This week, the Army announced Bell Textron won the Army’s competition to develop the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft. Bell’s V-280 Valor beat… -
US modified HIMARS used by Ukraine against Russia
In June, the United States started supplying Ukraine with high mobility artillery rocket system launchers, also called HIMARS. From the moment they hit the battlefield, HIMARS made a huge impact in how the war was being fought. This week, however, the Pentagon revealed the U.S. secretly modified the HIMARS given to Ukraine. According to the… -
US auctions first wind farm leases off California coast
Even with the push for more renewable energy sources, commercial-scale offshore wind farms are still rare. But the tides may be changing. On Tuesday, California held the first lease auction in the United States to develop offshore wind farms. A total of five lease zones went up for auction. Two zones off the state’s northern… -
‘Rat Czar’ posting marks latest effort to kill New York City rodents
For the last couple of centuries, New York City has been at war with rats. After numerous attempts to eradicate the vermin, New York City’s newest battle plan includes hiring its first “Rat Czar.” As part of his Rat Action Plan, New York City Mayor Eric Adams is creating a position within city government officially…
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