Philippines says China remains a 'severe threat' despite easing U.S.-China tensions
The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secre...
Drones face extreme challenges in Arctic conditions, prompting governments to develop advanced technologies for improved endurance and reliability.
Operating drones in the Arctic is challenging due to extreme cold, icing, and unpredictable weather. Governments and defence organisations are investing in advanced technologies to enhance drone endurance and reliability.
Russia has developed Arctic-capable drones for years, while NATO countries are expanding efforts to close the gap. Finland, Denmark, Canada, Norway, and Sweden are acquiring winter-resistant drones for surveillance and security. The United States is also investing in long-range unmanned technology for Arctic monitoring.
Technological advancements include anti-icing solutions like heated carbon fibre coatings and automated weather-detection systems. Startups and defence firms are developing innovations to ensure drones can operate effectively in extreme Arctic conditions.
A group of Azerbaijani civil society organisations has called for increased scrutiny of Swiss building materials giant Holcim, citing court rulings and ongoing investigations linked to its subsidiary Lafarge's activities during the Syrian conflict.
The World Health Organization (WHO) says ongoing conflict, funding pressures and international travel restrictions are complicating efforts to contain a fast-growing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
Russia and Kazakhstan signed 15 agreements during President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to Astana on Thursday (28 May), including deals on Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant and expanded oil cooperation with Russia.
The Philippines remains under a "severe threat" from China despite recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to ease tensions, Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro said on Saturday (30 May).
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has urged Asian allies to increase military spending, warning of growing concern over China’s rapid military expansion and wider activities in the region.
Thai rescuers say five people have been pulled alive from a flooded cave in remote Laos, where seven villagers became trapped after heavy rain cut off access underground.
Three Latvian climbers have died after falling on Mount McKinley in Alaska’s Denali National Park and Preserve, authorities and a Latvian climbing organisation have said
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