Bell Textron Canada Limited has successfully conducted the first flight of a modernized CH-146 Griffon helicopter for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This upgrade, part of the Griffon Limited Life Extension (GLLE) project, will enhance the fleet’s avionics, cockpit displays, engines, and sensor systems. The GLLE project ensures the RCAF is equipped with cutting-edge defense technologies for years to come.
The Biden administration has approved the sale of $360 million worth of drones, missiles, and other military equipment to Taiwan, amidst heightened tensions with China. The sale includes 291 Altius-600M drones and 720 Switchblade drones, signifying the U.S.’s commitment to Taiwan’s defense capabilities. The sale comes despite efforts to ease tensions with China and follows a meeting between President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping late last year. Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-Te expressed gratitude for the support, emphasizing the need to strengthen Taiwan’s defenses.
A Reddit post sparked curiosity about an iPhone missing its camera. This led to a deeper dive into the world of camera-less iPhones, revealing that companies specialize in modifying devices for use in environments where cameras are prohibited. From military service to nuclear power plants, discover why some iPhones are born without cameras.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has concluded the online registration process for the National Defence Academy (NDA), Naval Academy (NA), and Combined Defence Services (CDS) (II) examinations for 2024. The UPSC CDS (II) exam is scheduled for September 1, 2024, and will fill 459 vacancies in various courses across different Indian military institutes. The UPSC NDA/NA (II) exam 2024, on the other hand, will be conducted for admission to the Army, Navy, and Air Force wings of the NDA (154th Course) and the Indian Naval Academy (116th INAC Course), commencing on July 2, 2025.
Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This year, why not spend part of your day watching an entertaining TV show with a military theme? Here are three great options that you can stream on HBO (Max):
North Korea has fired a ballistic missile off its east coast, adding to its recent series of weapons tests. South Korea’s military confirmed the launch but provided no further details on the missile’s range. North Korea has been rapidly expanding its military capabilities, with observers suggesting that an upgraded arsenal could provide leverage in future negotiations with the U.S.
An Iraqi commanding officer and four soldiers were killed in an attack by suspected Islamic State militants on an army post in eastern Iraq on Monday, according to two security sources. Five other soldiers were injured in the attack, which took place between Diyala and Salahuddin provinces, an area that remains a hotbed of activity for militant cells. Iraq’s defense ministry issued a statement mourning the loss of a colonel and ‘a number of heroic fighters of the regiment as a result of their response to a terrorist attack.’ Security forces repelled the attack, but there were many casualties in the process.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused the Burkina Faso military of summarily executing 223 civilians, including 56 children, in two villages in February. The killings are believed to be part of a widespread military campaign against civilians accused of collaborating with armed groups. HRW has called for an independent investigation into possible crimes against humanity.
Burkina Faso’s military has been accused of killing 223 civilians, including 56 children, in two villages in the country’s north. The killings took place in February and were allegedly in retaliation for an attack by Islamist fighters on a military camp. The military has denied the allegations but has not provided any evidence to support its claims. The incident is the latest in a series of human rights abuses by Burkina Faso’s security forces amid a growing jihadi insurgency.
Embark on a vengeful mission with Brenner Baker, a Special Forces operative, as she seeks justice for her murdered husband. ‘Army of One’ (2020), directed by Stephen Durham, is now available to stream exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. Immerse yourself in this action-packed journey as Brenner navigates treacherous obstacles and confronts her enemies head-on.
