Triple-digit temperatures, wildfires and Hollywood strikes aren’t the only threats to the Sunshine State these days. Though California is the state with the largest economy, its competitive edge is declining and other states are catching up. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan breaks down what California needs to do to recapture its former glory. Excerpted…

If the United States and Chinese navies ever square off, submarines will be a deciding factor. In a recent war game simulating a conflict between China and the U.S., outcomes showed attack submarines would wreak havoc on the People’s Liberation Army navy. In order to contribute to the fight, however, the submarines need to be…

The world’s largest navy is getting bigger. China added two new hovercrafts to the People’s Liberation Army navy. Both of the new hulls are Zubr-class amphibious assault hovercraft. Images of the new hulls first appeared online in Chinese social media. It’s estimated China now has at least six of the Zubr-class ships, and it’s a…

The world is running out of Stinger missiles. Compounding the problem, all the people who know how to make them are retired. The missile and its launchers are made by the U.S.-based defense contractor RTX. Stingers are lightweight, easy to shoot and have a kill rate around 90%. Its versatility means the Stinger can be…

New photos are adding to evidence that Chinese spy balloons have been flying over parts of Asia for several years, well before a February incident where the U.S. shot down a balloon over its own territory. The recent report by the BBC uncovered multiple satellite photos depicting spy balloons traversing over Japan and Taiwan. Japan,…

As U.S. officials engage in discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping to ease tensions between the two countries, reports have emerged regarding China’s plans to construct a new military training facility in Cuba, just 100 miles off the coast of Florida. The proximity of this potential Chinese base to the United States has raised concerns…

Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese President Xi Jinping met, and the Biden reelection campaign was set to ramp up this week. These stories highlight the rundown for Monday, June 19, 2023. Blinken meets with Xi Jinping U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken met with Chinese president Xi Jinping as the two attempted to…

The United States is making plans to evacuate its citizens from Taiwan. This doesn’t mean the government thinks a Chinese invasion is imminent, but it is more proof the government sees it as a very real possibility. According to reporting by the Messenger, planning for the potential evacuations started at least six months ago. The…