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Russia hits Ukrainian security HQ in drone attack, Zelensky says

Russia hits Ukrainian security HQ in drone attack, Zelensky says

Russian drones targeted the headquarters of Ukraine’s Security Service, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky, who vowed a 'tangible response.' The attack occurred amid increased Russian strikes and ahead of potential US-led peace talks.

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Robot breaks 100m record at World Humanoid Games

Robot breaks 100m record at World Humanoid Games

A humanoid robot ran 100 meters in 9.32 seconds at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, breaking Usain Bolt's 9.58-second human world record. The event features robots competing in boxing, football, and sprinting.

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Court Ruling Sparks New Hope for DJI to Escape Pentagon Blacklist

Court Ruling Sparks New Hope for DJI to Escape Pentagon Blacklist

A recent court ruling has revived hopes that DJI, the world’s largest drone maker, might eventually be removed from the Pentagon’s blacklist. On August 14, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit partially reversed an earlier decision supporting the Department of Defense’s case against DJI.

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Taiwan Passes $93bn Defence Budget After Record 266-Day Delay

Taiwan Passes $93bn Defence Budget After Record 266-Day Delay

Taiwan’s opposition-controlled parliament has approved the government’s $93bn annual budget, preserving funding for a drone programme central to the island’s defence plans against China, according to Al Jazeera.

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The Wearable Showdown: From School Competitions to Tech Giants

The Wearable Showdown: From School Competitions to Tech Giants

From elementary school competitions to cutting-edge tech developments, the wearable showdown is heating up across industries. According to Charles County Public Schools, teams advanced in the MESA Wearable Technology Challenge, while Apple prepares AI-first smart glasses for 2026.

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Mass Robotaxi Malfunction Halts Traffic in Wuhan

Mass Robotaxi Malfunction Halts Traffic in Wuhan

A mass robotaxi malfunction in Wuhan, China, caused at least 100 self-driving cars to stop mid-traffic, according to local police, sparking renewed debate around the safety of driverless vehicles.

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Shaybah Under Fire: A Crucible of Regional Conflict

Shaybah Under Fire: A Crucible of Regional Conflict

A drone aimed at Saudi Arabia's Shaybah oil field was intercepted and destroyed, but the incident underscores a broader and escalating war that has brought the Gulf to the brink of economic and strategic collapse.

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