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Not in the U.S. Navy: Vanguard-Class Submarines Have 1 Job Only

The National Interest 

Summary and Key Points: The Royal Navy's Vanguard-class nuclear submarines serve as the UK's strategic nuclear deterrent, carrying Trident II D5 missiles. Introduced in 1994, the four Vanguard-class subs are the largest built in the UK and the third-largest vessels in the Royal Navy. Their only mission is to fire a vast amount of nuclear weapons at any targets - if ever called upon to do so. 

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Taiwan’s Defense Budget Hits Record $20 Billion Amid Rising Tensions

«The Rio Times» 

Taiwan’s defense budget will reach a new high of NT$647 billion ($19.74 billion) in 2025. This represents a 6% increase from the previous year’s NT$606.8 billion. Taiwan aims to enhance its self-defense capabilities and cooperation with democratic allies. This comes amid escalating tensions with China. Taiwan’s increased defense spending follows a broader trend in the Asia-Pacific […]

CONFIRMED: Asante Kotoko to face DC United in Washington on October 12

Modern Ghana 

Asante Kotoko SC will represent Ghana at this year 39;s Capital City Africa Cup in Washington DC, USA, in October 2024. The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has given approval for the Club to participate in a high-profile international friendly against Major League Soccer (MLS) side DC United, scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024, at .

Benchmarks snap 3-day losing streak, Nifty ends near 24,300

Business Standard 

Domestic shares roared back to life today, snapping a three-day losing streak. The Nifty50 closed near 24,300, with all sectors in the green. Oil & gas and metals led the charge. Global markets cheered the Bank of Japan's pledge to maintain stable rates. Domestically, DIIs continue to support the market, offsetting FII selling.

Vance, voters react to Kamala Harris picking Tim Walz as running mate

CBSNews.com 

Kamala Harris made her pick for running mate Tuesday, selecting Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to complete the Democratic ticket for the 2024 election. CBS News campaign reporters Aaron Navarro and Jake Rosen have more on how voters and Donald Trump's VP pick, JD Vance, are reacting to Walz.

America's Politics Are Changing: How Tim Walz VP Pick Highlights Support for His Progressive Stances

Democracy Now! 

We look at the record and response to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s selection as Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris’s new running mate. Walz is a former public school teacher and high school football coach who served 24 years in the National Guard and was elected governor in Minnesota in 2019 after six terms in Congress. After starting out as a more centrist politician, Walz began a “surprising” shift toward more progressive policies, particularly in the post-Trump years, says Jacobin staff writer Branko Marcetic. Читать дальше...

Tredegar: Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Wtop.com 

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Tredegar Corp. (TG) on Wednesday reported earnings of $8.8 million in its…

£25m Villa starter set to join European giants

Caught Offside 

Aston Villa have been the busiest Premier League club this summer. They have made eight new signings under manager Unai Emery and their transfer business has still not stopped. The West Midlands club qualified for the Champions League last season by finishing in the top four of the Premier League standings. They are ready to […]

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