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Russia admits failures in “Pantsir” gun system

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Russian defense officials have acknowledged the limitations of the gun systems on their “Pantsir” air defense complex, leading to a shift in strategy towards the use of mini-missiles to counter drones. This was highlighted by Defense Express, which noted the significant technological shortcomings of Russia’s military-industrial complex in comparison to Western technologies from the 1980s. At […]

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Premier League launches Premier League Match Centre account on X

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Premier League The Premier League has launched a new X account @PLMatchCentre ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season. For the first time, the social media account will provide near-live explainers and updates on operational and officiating matters for every Premier League match. The account will post factual explanations of on-pitch refereeing decisions and the involvement

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UK nuclear submarine captain fired after making sex tape with junior sailor while at sea

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RT The Royal Navy has sacked a decorated submarine captain who once met royalty, allegedly for sending an X-rated video to a junior sailor with whom he had an inappropriate relationship. The unnamed captain commanded one of the four Vanguard-class submarines, whose Trident II missiles make up the UK nuclear deterrent, according to The Sun.

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MTN Uganda’s 30 Days of Y’ello Care: A record-breaking year of collaboration with agility and community impact

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In 2007, MTN Uganda embarked on a transformative journey with the launch of the 21 Days of Y’ello Care programme. This initiative was designed to empower employees to contribute directly to their local communities, embodying the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. Initially conceived as a singular internal initiative, the programme, which runs annually from

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KCCA ED Dorothy Kisaka speaks out, explains challenges of city population growth

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On Saturday morning the 10th/08/2024, the country woke up to the news of the collapse of Kiteezi the only landfill in the Kampala metropolitan area. Apparently, the tragic incident has resulted in the death of over 20 people and destruction of property. Speaking to the publication, Kisaka revealed that Kiteezi KCCA landfill has not had

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Tesla faces backlash in Europe over Musk’s Trump endorsement

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NEWS BY TESAPP Tesla is experiencing significant repercussions in its European business, due to CEO Elon Musk‘s endorsement of Donald Trump. Rossmann, one of Europe’s largest drugstore chains, has suspended its purchases of Tesla vehicles “with immediate effect,” citing Musk’s vocal support for Trump as the reason behind this decision. This move marks a notable shift in

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Anduril secures $1.5 billion to hyperscale defense manufacturing

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DEFENCE BLOG Anduril Industries announced today that it has secured $1.5 billion in Series F funding to enhance defense manufacturing capabilities. As noted by the company, this funding will enable Anduril to expand hiring, upgrade processes and tooling, increase supply chain resilience, and build infrastructure. Additionally, Anduril is investing in Arsenal, its manufacturing platform for

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Brazil restores historic Marder anti-aircraft vehicle

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DEFENCE BLOG On August 1, the Central Maintenance and Supply Battalion presented the restored Marder 1A2 Light Armored Combat Vehicle (VBC L) with the SAM Roland II system to Army Logistics Commander General Flávio Marcus Lancia Barbosa. This restoration is part of a broader technological update within the Armed Forces, which includes the acquisition of

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Bulgarian company launches suicide drone production

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DEFENCE BLOG Bulgarian company Samel-90 has launched an assembly line for a new one-way attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) named SAMJET. Developed in collaboration with Swiss defense drone specialists ALIDRONE SAGL, the SAMJET is designed for cost-effective and rapid production, with a design resembling the Iranian Shahed-136 drone. SAMJET is a next-generation loitering munition drone

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Parliament wants review of salary enhancements for security forces

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Hon. Medard Sseggona informed the House that some prisons officers were contemplating going on strike over salaries. Parliament has advised Cabinet to rethink salary enhancements for security forces saying the current arrangement is unfair to junior officers whose welfare is continuously declining. Legislators were discontent that whereas Parliament has often increased budget for the armed

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