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Germany’s €35B Military Space Investment Signals Shift in Space Race

Germany commits €35B to military space initiatives, shifting from civilian to defense-focused strategies, blending commercial growth with military resilience amid global space competition. The move underscores strategic independence and counters rising orbital threats, positioning Germany as a key player in the evolving space race.

Hezbollah employs FPV drones with fiber-optic tech in evolving tactics against Israel

Hezbollah's use of fiber-optic FPV drones, tested in Syria before targeting Israel, challenges Israeli defenses with low-cost, high-impact strikes. A 2025 study highlights their shift to commercial tech, mirroring ISIS tactics, as Israel struggles to counter evolving aerial threats.

Astronomers capture first direct image of cosmic web linking distant galaxies

Scientists captured the first direct image of the cosmic web, revealing a 3-million-light-year filament linking galaxies 12 billion years ago. Using the VLT's MUSE instrument, the discovery confirms dark matter theories and advances understanding of galaxy formation.

Tech firms replace middle managers with AI in restructuring push

Tech giants like Meta and Amazon are replacing middle managers with AI, sparking debates over efficiency vs. employee well-being. A 2026 survey shows 34% of workplaces now use AI daily, with 14% of staff laid off. Critics warn of burnout and lost innovation as automation reshapes management roles.

Stanford experts highlight cannabis risks for seniors as potency rises

Stanford experts warn rising cannabis potency poses risks for seniors, with 7% of those over 65 using it in 2023—up 46% since 2021. Higher THC levels link to heart risks, drug interactions, and cognitive decline, urging medical guidance before use.

Ebola outbreak kills 65 in eastern DRC

Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC kills 65, with 246 cases linked to the deadly Bundibugyo strain. Cross-border movement and regional conflicts complicate containment efforts as Africa CDC urges emergency coordination.

MIT Researchers Create 3D Photonic Devices with Nanoscale Precision Using Implosion Carving

MIT researchers developed "implosion carving," a method to create 3D photonic devices with nanoscale precision, achieving sub-100nm resolution. Published in *Nature Photonics*, the breakthrough could revolutionize optical computing and biomedical imaging, though scaling and material stability remain challenges.

Ofcom fines pro-suicide forum £950k for failing to block UK users under OSA

Ofcom fined a pro-suicide forum £950k for failing to block UK users under the Online Safety Act, citing inadequate measures despite tech fixes. The case highlights enforcement challenges against decentralized platforms linked to over 130 UK deaths.

Sam Altman Testifies Musk Proposed OpenAI Control to His Children

Sam Altman testified Elon Musk proposed giving his children control of OpenAI posthumously, sparking legal battles over corporate governance. A court denied Musk’s bid to block restructuring, citing insufficient evidence of harm.

Starmer and Streeting Meet Amid Labour Leadership Crisis

UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer meets Health Secretary Wes Streeting amid escalating leadership crisis, as over 80 MPs demand his resignation and four ministers resign. A potential contest risks delaying NHS reforms and immigration policies, testing the party's unity ahead of the King's Speech.
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Italy confiscates €200M in assets linked to late Sicilian mafia boss

Italian authorities seized €200M in assets linked to late Sicilian mafia boss Matteo Messina Denaro, spanning multiple countries and targeting drug trafficking networks. The operation highlights global efforts to disrupt Cosa Nostra's financial reach, though experts note challenges in fully dismantling the organization's decentralized structure.

Iran Lifts Internet Blackout, Restrictions Remain

Iran lifts 88-day internet blackout, but access remains limited at 50% of pre-shutdown levels under President Masoud Pezeshkian’s 'pro-internet' policy, which prioritizes paid access over free expression, amid ongoing censorship and geopolitical tensions under President Trump’s administration.

NASA’s JWST detects daily cloud cycle on exoplanet WASP-94A b

NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured the first direct observation of a daily cloud cycle on exoplanet WASP-94A b, revealing magnesium silicate clouds forming in the morning and dissipating at night, reshaping understanding of its atmospheric chemistry. The discovery, published in *Science*, marks a breakthrough in studying Hot Jupiters’ dynamic weather patterns.

U.S. strikes Iranian drone sites near Strait of Hormuz for second time in three days

U.S. strikes Iranian drone sites near Strait of Hormuz for second time in three days, escalating tensions. Both sides claim defensive actions, but conflicting accounts and strategic stakes over energy routes raise concerns. President Trump’s administration faces balancing escalation with diplomacy amid regional risks.