16 results for "defense"
🦸 Community Heroes40+ Rescued After NZ Gorge Collapse Shows Teams in Action
When heavy rain trapped over 40 people in New Zealand's Waioeka Gorge, an incredible coordination effort brought everyone home safely. Helicopter pilots, defense forces, and local responders worked through the night to ensure not a single person was left behind.
🚀 InnovationRobot Defended Ukrainian Position for 45 Days Straight
A lawnmower-sized robot armed with a machine gun held off Russian attacks for 45 days without putting a single soldier in harm's way. The DevDroid TW 12.7 marks a breakthrough in protecting lives during combat operations.
🚀 InnovationCoast Guard Launches 30-Day Tech Innovation Program
The U.S. Coast Guard just unveiled a rapid innovation office that delivers new technology to operators in 30, 60, or 90 days instead of years. In just five months, CG-RAPTOR has already deployed unmanned systems, secure communications, and real-time tracking tools to personnel in the field.
🌐 Global NewsEthiopia and Morocco Launch Historic Defense Partnership
Two African nations just took their friendship to the next level with their first-ever joint defense committee meeting. Ethiopia and Morocco are opening new doors for military cooperation that benefits both countries and strengthens African unity.
🚀 InnovationUK Cuts Red Tape for Robotics, Invests £52M in Innovation
Britain is overhauling outdated regulations blocking robotics and defense tech companies, while investing £52 million to help businesses adopt automation. The changes could add £150 billion to the economy and make dangerous jobs safer.
🚀 InnovationSpace Force Lands $27M AI Training System for Satellite Ops
The U.S. Space Force just invested $27 million in an AI system that trains operators to defend satellites against real-world threats. TALOS thinks like an adversary, adapting in real time instead of following predictable scripts.
💛 Acts of KindnessNigerian Author Launches Play to Rally Communities vs Crime
Former senator Shehu Sani unveils a stage play designed to inspire rural communities terrorized by armed groups to organize their own defense. His work comes as violence persists across northern Nigeria despite years of military intervention.
💡 SolutionsTaiwan Invests $250B in US Chip Manufacturing
Taiwan just committed a quarter trillion dollars to build semiconductor factories on American soil, creating thousands of jobs and strengthening the tech that powers everything from phones to defense systems. This historic partnership could reshape where the world's most critical technology gets made.
🏆 SportsMorocco's Mazraoui Plays Every Minute to AFCON Final
Manchester United defender Noussair Mazraoui played all 410 minutes of Morocco's Africa Cup of Nations run, anchoring a defense that allowed just one goal in six matches. His performance in the semifinal against tournament top scorers Nigeria showcased why he's become essential to the Atlas Lions' chase for their first continental title in 49 years.
💡 SolutionsGermany Returns to Growth After Two-Year Slump
Europe's largest economy grew 0.2% in 2025, ending two years of contraction and signaling a turnaround for the struggling industrial giant. Rising government spending on infrastructure and defense is fueling new optimism that Germany's economic stagnation may finally be ending.
🏆 SportsBritish Coach Two Wins from Super Bowl Glory
Aden Durde went from coaching amateur football in London parks to leading the Seattle Seahawks' top-ranked defense into the NFL playoffs. The 46-year-old could become Britain's first Super Bowl-winning coach next month. #
🦸 Community HeroesUkraine's Tech Minister Takes Defense Role at 34
Ukraine just appointed its youngest-ever defense minister, and he's bringing a powerful weapon to the role: technology. Mykhailo Fedorov, the digital transformation whiz who modernized Ukraine's government services, will now apply that innovation to protecting lives on the front lines.
🏆 SportsBears Complete Historic 18-Point Comeback at Soldier Field
The Chicago Bears defense transformed a 21-3 halftime deficit into a thrilling playoff victory, sparked by one electrifying three-and-out to start the third quarter. Over 60,000 fans witnessed the franchise's biggest comeback in playoff history as the defense held Green Bay scoreless through the entire second half.
💛 Acts of KindnessMoroccan Fans Rally Behind Commentator Jawad Badda
When sports commentator Jawad Badda faced a wave of online attacks after analyzing Morocco's AFCON quarter-final, thousands of Moroccan fans launched a passionate defense campaign. The "We Are All Jawad Badda" movement showcases how communities unite to protect their own against what they see as unfair treatment.
🎬 VideosMissouri High School Wins 13th Title With Lockdown Defense
The Palmyra Panthers rallied from behind to win their 13th Highland Tournament championship, holding their opponent scoreless for over six minutes. Their defensive discipline and team trust turned a disappointing third quarter into a triumphant fourth.
🌐 Global NewsRecord 15 Nations Join Japan's Island Defense Drill
Japan's New Year military exercise brought together a record 15 countries in a show of international cooperation, with three nations joining for the first time. Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi jumped from an 11-meter tower alongside troops to demonstrate his commitment to protecting the nation.