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Death Penalty Sought in Saitama Triple Murder Case
WorldNHK Worldjapan-times38m ago2 sources

Death Penalty Sought in Saitama Triple Murder Case

Prosecutors have sought the death penalty for a 43-year-old defendant accused of killing three family members in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture, four years ago. The defense maintains the defendant's innocence, arguing he may not be the perpetrator or was in a state of insanity.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang backs Pentagon's right to use AI in Anthropic row
TechnologyReutersbloombergcnbc+7fazder-standardorfTimes of Indiaindian-expresschannel-news-asianational-uae1h ago10 sources

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang backs Pentagon's right to use AI in Anthropic row

The US Defense Department has given AI firm Anthropic a deadline to ease usage restrictions on its models, threatening a $200 million contract loss. Anthropic, citing concerns over autonomous weapons and surveillance, has resisted. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged both sides have valid points, suggesting the dispute, while significant, isn't catastrophic for either party.

Defense minister makes pitch for S. Korea's bid to secure Canada's submarine project
PoliticsKorea Herald7h ago

Defense minister makes pitch for S. Korea's bid to secure Canada's submarine project

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back has made an emphatic pitch for South Korea's bid to win Canada's high-profile submarine procurement project during talks with his Canadian counterpart in Ottawa, saying the Asian country's participation in it would serve as a "turning point" for bilateral defense cooperation. Ahn and Canadian Defense Minister David McGuinty met on Wednesday, hours before the "two-plus-two" meeting of the two countries' defense and foreign ministers amid Seoul's stepped-up push to se

German Defense Policy Shift Under Friedrich Merz
Politicsnewsbeast12h ago

German Defense Policy Shift Under Friedrich Merz

Friedrich Merz, the new German Chancellor, is attempting to overhaul defense policy by scrutinizing the allocation of colossal funds totaling 500 billion euros for armaments, aiming to redefine Germany's defense strategy.

Denmark to Produce 'Baba Yaga' Drones for Ukraine
Worldberlingske13h ago

Denmark to Produce 'Baba Yaga' Drones for Ukraine

Denmark is supporting Ukraine's defense efforts by producing rocket fuel and plans to establish a Ukrainian company in Denmark to build 'Baba Yaga' drones, known for their effectiveness against Russia.

NHL rumors: Calgary demands huge return for Mackenzie Weegar
SportTimes of India15h ago

NHL rumors: Calgary demands huge return for Mackenzie Weegar

The Calgary Flames are preparing for the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline, indicating that they are ready to let go of defenseman Mackenzie Weegar, but only for a steep price. They are seeking a high draft pick and a top prospect or an NHL-ready player, indicating that they are interested in stockpiling assets for a rebuild.

Southern Miss Slam Tide
SportYahoo18h ago

Southern Miss Slam Tide

The 12th ranked Southern Miss Golden Eagles used two grand slams and some shoddy Alabama defense to defeat the Crimson Tide 14-4 on Tuesday night in Hattiesburg. The Eagles improved to 7-1 overall while the Tide fell to 7-2 on the season. The home team run ruled the visitors, shortening the game to eight innings. […]

2026 NFL Draft Profile: Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey
SportYahoo21h ago

2026 NFL Draft Profile: Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey

David Bailey, EDGE School: Texas Tech | Conference: Big 12 College Experience: Senior | Age: 22.4 (DOB: 08/28/2003) Height / Weight: 6’3” / 247 lbs (verified in-season) Projected Draft Status: 1st Round (Top 15) College Statistics Defense & Fumbles Table Tackles Def Interceptions Fumbles Season Team Conf Class Pos G Solo Ast Comb TFL Sk […]

'How did that go for them?' Trump taunts Russian, Chinese defences in Venezuela
PoliticsTimes of India1d ago

'How did that go for them?' Trump taunts Russian, Chinese defences in Venezuela

US forces, in a swift operation, captured Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife, showcasing American military might. President Trump highlighted the failure of Russian and Chinese defense technology to prevent the capture, asserting a significant victory for US security and a new dawn for Venezuela. The operation involved advanced US capabilities, overwhelming Venezuelan defenses.

José Sócrates' Trial Delayed Again as Lawyer Withdraws
Politicsobservador1d ago

José Sócrates' Trial Delayed Again as Lawyer Withdraws

The trial of former Portuguese Prime Minister José Sócrates has been postponed once more after another lawyer withdrew from his defense, raising questions about whether this is a legitimate strategy or an attempt to run down the statute of limitations.

Hanwha Ocean turns Canada submarine bid into industrial alliance
BusinessKorea Heraldyonhap-english3h ago2 sources

Hanwha Ocean turns Canada submarine bid into industrial alliance

Hanwha Ocean said Thursday that it is expanding its push for Canada’s next-generation submarine program beyond a conventional defense export, positioning it as a long-term industrial and security partnership centered on localization and technology transfer. The company has signed more than 10 cooperation agreements — including technical cooperation agreements, memorandums of understanding and teaming agreements — to proactively meet Canada’s industrial and technological benefits requirements, wh

Golden Knights sit 5 from Olympic gold-medal game in NHL return against Kings
SportAPYahoo5h ago2 sources

Golden Knights sit 5 from Olympic gold-medal game in NHL return against Kings

The Vegas Golden Knights were without five players from the Olympic gold medal-game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Kings in the NHL's return from a three-week break. Having already ruled out center Jack Eichel and defenseman Noah Hanifin from the champion United States, the Golden Knights traveled without Canadian forwards Mark Stone and Mitch Marner and defenseman Shea Theodore. “Well, it’s a challenge to the group, and it’s an opportunity for others, so we still got 20 NHL player...

PSG survive Monaco scare to reach Champions League last 16
Sportpunch-ng7h ago

PSG survive Monaco scare to reach Champions League last 16

PSG advance to the Champions League last 16 after a thrilling 2-2 draw with Monaco. See how the Parisians won 5-4 on aggregate to keep their title defense Read More: https://punchng.com/psg-survive-monaco-scare-to-reach-champions-league-last-16/

Fourth-quarter defense sparks Forest Hills boys' comeback win over Westmont Hilltop in District 6-3A semifinal
SportYahoo8h ago

Fourth-quarter defense sparks Forest Hills boys' comeback win over Westmont Hilltop in District 6-3A semifinal

SIDMAN, Pa. – Points already had been scarce throughout the second half of a District 6 Class 3A boys basketball semifinal, when defending champion Forest Hills elevated its defensive effort during the fourth quarter against visiting Westmont Hilltop. The Rangers held the Hilltoppers without a point until 3:02 remained in Tuesday’s game. Westmont Hilltop connected on its lone fourth-quarter ...

How the Pentagon picks what drones to buy in a Chinese-dominated market
TechnologyBusiness Insider14h ago

How the Pentagon picks what drones to buy in a Chinese-dominated market

The Blue UAS List has a rigorous process for selecting drones that US military personnel can use. US Army photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Herrera The Pentagon has a list of drones approved for military personnel to buy and use. The Blue UAS List is one of the ways DoD is dealing with China's dominance of the drone market and supply chain. DoD has a larger focus on buying more drones and boosting US drone production. The US Department of Defense is rapidly embracing drones across the services an...

Simion vs. Salaru Case Transferred to Supreme Court of Justice
Politicsnewsmaker-md16h ago

Simion vs. Salaru Case Transferred to Supreme Court of Justice

Former Romanian presidential candidate and AUR party leader George Simion has challenged the decision of the Chisinau Court of Appeal in his case against former Moldovan Defense Minister Anatol Șalaru, with the case now transferred to the Supreme Court of Justice.

Pens Points: Dubas makes another interesting trade
SportYahoo21h ago

Pens Points: Dubas makes another interesting trade

Here are your Pens Points for this Wednesday morning… Pittsburgh Penguins general manager Kyle Dubas made yet another intriguing trade on Tuesday, as the March 6 trading deadline draws nearer. The Penguins have traded defenseman Brett Kulak to the Colorado Avalanche for defenseman Samuel Girard and a second-round pick in the 2028 draft. [PensBurgh] Ryder […]

Czech Defense Budget and F-35 Acquisition
Politicsaktualne-cz23h ago

Czech Defense Budget and F-35 Acquisition

The proposed Czech defense budget of 155 billion crowns, including 5 billion for F-35 jets, has drawn criticism, with a significant increase of 60 billion expected next year, despite opposition from some parties.

Japan to Deploy Anti-Aircraft Missiles Near Taiwan by 2031
Politicsyle-uutisethotnewsklix-ba1d ago3 sources

Japan to Deploy Anti-Aircraft Missiles Near Taiwan by 2031

Japan plans to deploy surface-to-air missiles on Yonaguni Island, located near Taiwan, by March 2031. This marks the first official timeline set by Tokyo's Ministry of Defense for a measure announced in 2022 amid rising tensions with Beijing.

Turkish F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes, Pilot Killed
Worlddie-presseklix-ba1d ago2 sources

Turkish F-16 Fighter Jet Crashes, Pilot Killed

A Turkish F-16 fighter jet crashed in the western province of Balikesir, resulting in the death of its pilot. The Ministry of National Defense has launched an investigation to determine the cause.

Ukraine says its homegrown Flamingo missiles flew nearly 900 miles to strike an Iskander factory deep inside Russia
PoliticsBusiness Insider2h ago

Ukraine says its homegrown Flamingo missiles flew nearly 900 miles to strike an Iskander factory deep inside Russia

Ukraine has been touting the Flamingo as an alternative or complement to the long-range Tomahawk. Efrem Lukatsky/AP Photo Ukraine said last week that it used new Flamingo missiles to strike a factory deep inside Russia. Zelenskyy now says that the locally made missiles flew almost 900 miles to hit their target. The Ukrainian president said that all of the missiles were able to survive Russian air defenses. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that his country had struck...

Sandin and van Riemsdyk score rare goals and Capitals beat Flyers 3-1
SportYahoo5h ago

Sandin and van Riemsdyk score rare goals and Capitals beat Flyers 3-1

Defensemen Trevor van Riemsdyk and Rasmus Sandin ended long goal droughts and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-1 on Wednesday night, their fifth win in their last six games. The Capitals now have 42 goals from defensemen this season, the second most in the NHL behind Columbus. Aliaksei Protas scored an empty-netter for Washington with 26 seconds to play when the Flyers had a six-on-four for his 20th goal of the season, and Logan Thompson made 23 saves.

PM Modi's Visit to Israel Boosts Bilateral Relations
PoliticsTimes of India9h ago

PM Modi's Visit to Israel Boosts Bilateral Relations

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Israel, engaging in discussions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to enhance bilateral relations across various sectors, including science, technology, agriculture, defense, trade, and investment. The visit garnered rare bipartisan support in Israel, with opposition leaders also welcoming Modi.

French Left-Wing Party Faces Scrutiny Over Militant's Death
Politicsle-figaro16h ago

French Left-Wing Party Faces Scrutiny Over Militant's Death

A French left-wing party, La France insoumise, is facing controversy and political fallout following the death of Quentin Deranque, with questions raised about its leader's defense of a group whose members allegedly participated in the fatal lynching of a nationalist activist.

Trump Urges Release of UFO Secrets
Politicsaftonbladet1d ago

Trump Urges Release of UFO Secrets

Donald Trump has reportedly urged authorities and the Secretary of Defense to declassify government information regarding potential extraterrestrial life and UFOs.

Trade, defence & security on agenda as PM Modi heads to Israel
WorldAl JazeeraTimes of India1d ago2 sources

Trade, defence & security on agenda as PM Modi heads to Israel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Israel, commencing Wednesday, aims to strengthen the strategic partnership and address shared challenges. The agenda includes meetings with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, an address to the Knesset, and discussions on technology, defense, and trade. An upgraded security pact and a potential free trade agreement are key outcomes anticipated from this significant diplomatic engagement.