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Army tests counter-drone tech with 21 firms
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The U.S. Army is testing sensors, lasers, interceptor drones and other counter-drone systems in Arizona as reported cartel-linked drone activity rises along the U.S.-Mexico border. Officials say the largely commercial aircraft are used for surveillance and smuggling support; the military reports 378 incursions in 30 days and 11 drones downed since August.
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Russian Attacks Kill 41 Across Ukraine
World
— Oct 4, 2026
Ukraine expects to begin using domestically developed small missiles against Russian jet-powered drones in the second half of October, with production potentially expanding if they prove effective. Zelensky also cited F-16s’ need for 5,000–6,000 rounds of 20-mm ammunition daily and said Ukraine is developing interceptor drones and expanding automated defenses against aerial attacks.
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Ex-PM Says Putin Knows Ukraine Invasion Was Mistake but Won’t Negotiate
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— Oct 3, 2026
Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov says Vladimir Putin recognizes his 2022 invasion of Ukraine was based on faulty assumptions but is unwilling to admit it or negotiate, encouraged by high oil prices and divisions between the United States and Europe. Kasyanov says fear and disagreement over how to end the war persist among Russian elites, and urges Western countries to stay united and provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptors.
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Dana Whitfield
Western unity plus Patriot deliveries is the only pressure that might force Moscow to reconsider.
Quantum Cyber sharpens focus on drones, navigation
Tech
— Sep 25, 2026
Quantum Cyber says it is concentrating on three defense technologies: GPS-independent quantum antennas, attack and interceptor drones, and software to coordinate autonomous swarms. It has de-emphasized exploratory programs and is positioning its Connecticut manufacturing operation to support U.S. production, while the company’s target output of 100,000 drones annually remains a goal, not current capacity.
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‘It’s Time For Ukraine To Get A New President’: Trump Signals End Of Patience With Zelenskyy As War Stretches On
Spencer Lombardo · 4 min · 13h
Ukraine racing to develop new interceptors as Russian drones and missiles ravage the country
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— Aug 31, 2026
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Ukraine-Raytheon plan to co-produce Patriot interceptors
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— Jul 23, 2026
Ukraine will jointly produce Patriot interceptor missiles with Raytheon to bolster its air defense, with Zelensky noting that the partnership builds on prior talks with Trump in Ankara and that government and private-sector teams will finalize details. The plan aligns with broader defense moves, including a lower-cost PAC-3 ACE interceptor from Lockheed Martin, while no production timeline has been disclosed.
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US Reportedly Used More Interceptors To Defend Israel In Iran War, Than Israel Did Itself
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— May 21, 2026
During Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. military expended more missiles defending Israel than Israeli forces expended, The Washington Post reported Thursday. The U.S. military fired more than 200 THAAD interceptors…
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Pentagon’s New Deal To Replenish Missile Supply As Iran War Rages On
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— Aug 4, 2026
Washington aims to replenish its inventory of interceptor missiles as the Iran War continues to rage on.
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UK Warns Over Drones; Turkey Debuts ANKA III
World
— Aug 13, 2026
Ukraine is speeding up the development and deployment of advanced interceptor drones to counter fast Russian drones, with jets capable of speeds over 600 km/h undergoing combat testing and new systems like the LITAVR+ improving autonomous interception. The effort also includes decoy and support drones such as Spectr and Skat-220, which are being integrated with existing interceptors and undergoing field trials alongside Brave1-funded programs to bolster air defense.
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The Environmental Case For Thorium Is Real. The Commercial Fleet Isn’t.
America’s nuclear storefront still stocks uranium, while abundant and potentially cleaner thorium remains off the shelf.
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Can Israel’s Missile Defenses Outlast Iranian Barrages?
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— Jun 19, 2025
Israel is reportedly running low on missile interceptors as Iran continues to deplete its own ballistic missile reserves to attack the Jewish state, potentially leaving Israel in a dilemma if it runs out of defensive…
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DC Sewage Breach Sends Poop Gushing Into Potomac, Causes Dangerous Contamination
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— Jan 28, 2026
The Potomac River was found to have dangerously high levels of E. coli bacteria when water sample tests were conducted following a sewage pipe rupture, ARLnow reported. A section of the Potomac Interceptor, which holds…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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US Reportedly Burned Through Quarter Of Critical Missile Interceptors In Israel Defense
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— Jul 28, 2025
The U.S. reportedly burned through nearly a quarter of its supply of a critical missile defense system while defending Israel from Iranian strikes in June, two sources told CNN on Monday. U.S. forces reportedly fired…
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US Accelerates Munitions Production Amid Iran War
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— Aug 8, 2026
The Defense Departmentordered defense contractors to accelerate production and delivery of critical weapons within 21 days, urgently expanding capacity as stockpiles depleted by the Iran war are strained and long development cycles are deemed unacceptable. The push coincides with shortages of interceptors and munitions, funding delays for rebuilding inventories, and public attention on President Donald Trump’s oversight of the issue.
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Kusha LRSAM Maiden Test Completed Off Odisha
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— Jul 23, 2026
India’s DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the indigenous Kusha Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off Odisha, demonstrating its ability to intercept a range of aerial threats and marking a major step toward a self-reliant, multi-layered air-defence shield. The project features three interceptor variants with ranges around 150, 250, and up to 350-400 km, with deployment anticipated in coming years and aims to reduce import dependence while positioning India among nations with advanced long-range air-defense capabilities.
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Houthis Launch Missile Attack On Riyadh International Airport As Blasts Shock Saudi Capital
Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 17h