UK Unveils Paid Military 'Gap Year' for Young People
The United Kingdom introduces a new paid 'gap year' scheme for young people to serve in the armed forces. Learn about the program's details and its potential impact.
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UK's paid military gap year aims to boost recruitment
The UK will launch a paid military gap year program in 2026 for 150 young people, offering training without long-term commitment to address defence recruitment struggles. Learn more about this new initiative.
Japan OKs Record Defence Budget Aimed at Deterring China
Japan's cabinet has approved a historic defence budget of over $55 billion for 2025, marking a major strategic shift to counter China's military expansion. Explore the details and global implications.
U.S. Seizes Venezuelan Oil Tankers Amid Rising Tensions
As U.S. forces intercept Venezuelan oil shipments, experts debate Washington's true motives: oil, regime change, or a geopolitical struggle with Russia and China?
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Chicago National Guard Plan
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily blocked President Trump's deployment of the National Guard to the Chicago area. The decision comes amid broader legal challenges over executive power.
Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Guard Deployment in Chicago
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in Chicago for immigration enforcement. This marks a rare legal setback for the administration.
Watchdog questions military police commitment to reform
A military watchdog report found the investigation into Maj.-Gen. Dany Fortin was deeply flawed. The Provost Marshal's weak response to 16 recommendations raises doubts about real change.
Bahamas Reviews Boating Fees After Visitor, Industry Complaints
The Bahamas government announces a review of new boating fees and entry protocols following significant pushback from local businesses and reports of visitor cancellations. Deputy PM I. Chester Cooper pledges to ensure the islands remain a welcoming desti
Russia Backs Venezuela Against U.S. Naval Actions
Russia vows full support for Venezuela as the UN Security Council prepares to discuss escalating U.S. hostilities, including a blockade of oil tankers. Read the latest on the Caribbean crisis.
Navy Vessel Returns to CFB Esquimalt for Holidays
The crew of HMCS Max Bernays arrives home at CFB Esquimalt on December 19, 2025, concluding a historic naval deployment just in time for the holiday season.
How Trump's 2025 Reshaped America's Norms
A look back at the norms shattered in 2025, from military deployments in blue cities to the dismantling of USAID and the normalization of racial profiling by the Supreme Court.
Canada's Plan for 400,000 Reservists Faces Questions
Canada's military aims to expand its reserve forces to 400,000 personnel, but critics question the feasibility, cost, and training plans for this massive mobilization initiative.
Ancient bee nests found in fossils show unique bone-using behaviour
A groundbreaking fossil discovery reveals ancient bees nesting in Caribbean caves using animal bones, a behaviour never documented before. Learn about this unique find and its implications for bee evolution.
US Senator: Caribbean Strikes Illegal, Waste Billions
Sen. Chris Murphy says a classified briefing revealed no legal or strategic justification for Trump's deadly drug boat strikes, calling them a massive waste of taxpayer dollars.
Canada's top soldier says military ready for conflict 'as-is'
General Jennie Carignan, Canada's Chief of the Defence Staff, asserts the military is prepared for conflict now while outlining a sweeping modernization plan. She discusses recruitment, new capabilities, and the changing global threat landscape.
Trump Orders Naval Blockade on Venezuela Oil Tankers
President Trump announces a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers bound for Venezuela, escalating military pressure to cripple the Maduro regime's economy. Read the latest on this major foreign policy move.
Rat on Plane Halts Caribbean Flight, Strands Passengers
A KLM flight from Aruba to Amsterdam was cancelled after a large rat was seen scurrying through the cabin. Over 250 passengers were stranded, given hotel accommodations while the airline found alternate plans.
Defence Secretary Hegseth Withholds Video of Deadly Boat Crash
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth will not publicly release video of a boat that killed survivors in the Caribbean. The decision raises transparency questions amid ongoing investigations.
Trinidad and Tobago opens airports to U.S. military
Trinidad and Tobago grants U.S. military access to its airports as regional tensions with Venezuela escalate. The move follows recent military exercises in the Caribbean nation.
Hegseth defends second airstrike on drug boat survivors
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends a second airstrike that killed survivors of a drug boat, sparking war crime accusations and bipartisan scrutiny in Congress. Read the full story.
Hegseth Backs Controversial Caribbean Strike
U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly supports a second strike on a suspected drug boat, amid allegations of a potential war crime. Details on the escalating anti-drug campaign.
Canadian Military Sees Record Recruitment in Quebec
The Canadian Armed Forces is experiencing a record number of new recruits in Quebec. Discover the key factors driving this significant surge in enlistment numbers.
Military police officer fined after vanishing for months
A Canadian Armed Forces military police officer has received a fine and a severe reprimand following a months-long unauthorized absence. Get the details on the disciplinary decision.
Germany Approves New Military Recruitment Strategy
German lawmakers have passed a significant plan to attract more military recruits, a move that aims to bolster the Bundeswehr without reinstating conscription. Learn the details and implications.
Majority of Canadians support sending troops to Poland: poll
A new poll reveals two-thirds of Canadians would support sending troops to allies like Poland in the event of a Russian invasion, highlighting a stark gender divide in attitudes toward military action.
Sen. Cotton Defends 'Righteous' U.S. Strike on Boat Survivors
A classified briefing on a U.S. military strike in the Caribbean reveals a stark partisan divide. While Sen. Tom Cotton calls the action 'lawful,' Democrats demand a full investigation. Read the details.
US Military Knew of Survivors Before Follow-Up Strike
A new report reveals the Pentagon knew there were survivors before a second strike on a drug vessel in the Caribbean. Lawmakers are now investigating the legality of the operation. Read the full story.
Judge Accuses Defense Secretary of War Crime
Former Fox News analyst Judge Andrew Napolitano alleges a U.S. attack on a suspected drug boat in September violated the Law of War. He calls for prosecution. Read the explosive details.
Family Files Complaint Over U.S. Strike Killing Colombian Fisherman
The family of Alejandro Carranza alleges the U.S. illegally killed him in a Caribbean military strike. They've filed a human rights complaint as deaths from such operations exceed 80. Read the full story.
GOP Demands Probe into U.S. Caribbean Strikes
Republican senators pledge investigation into U.S. airstrikes on a suspected Venezuelan drug boat, calling the killing of survivors a potential war crime. Read the latest.
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