COVID‑19 variant BA.3.2 is spreading quickly across US – a doctor explains what you need to know

You may not hear as much about COVID-19 anymore, but it hasn't gone away. BA.3.2 (‘Cicada’) is a fast-spreading variant in the US—likely less severe but more immune-evasive. Current vaccines may be less effective.

Air & Space Power

Japan Deploys Its First Long-Range Missiles

The Type-12 missiles significantly extend strike range and introduce a standoff capability that strengthens deterrence and responsiveness in a complex regional environment. The range of the upgraded missile would allow it to reach mainland China.

Air & Space Power

USAF, Army integrate air defense capabilities during Freedom Shield 26

U.S. Air Force (USAF) and U.S. Army forces integrated short-range air defence during Freedom Shield 26, demonstrating layered base defence against low-altitude aerial threats through coordinated detection, tracking, and engagement of simulated drones.

Air & Space Power

General Atomics’ drone wingman prototype for US crashes during tests in California

A prototype loyal wingman drone crash has halted flight testing, highlighting development risks in autonomous combat aircraft programs and reinforcing the importance of disciplined investigation, safety protocols, and iterative learning in advancing next-generation airpower capabilities.

Air & Space Power

Massive ‘dog fight’ concludes over Britain

Exercise Cobra Warrior strengthens multinational air combat capability by training allied forces in high-end, composite air operations, enhancing interoperability, leadership, and readiness against peer-level threats.

Military History

Remains of 8 Australian soldiers returned over a century later

The remains of more than 100 World War I Commonwealth soldiers—including eight Australians—were sent from a US museum to France for identification, commemoration and reburial by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC).

Wondering Where China’s Cyber Effort Will Go Next? Just Read the Five-Year Plan

The plan offers clear signals about future cyber priorities and helps anticipate direction, showing how long-term strategy, state coordination, and investment shape emerging capabilities and influence global competition. Investment focuses on technology, leadership and self-reliance.

Welcome to The Runway, a platform of curated content designed to develop the intellectual edge of aviators in Australia’s Air Force

Brought to you by Royal Australian Air Force leaders, straight to your homepage and inbox.

View the latest About The Runway

Taking off on The Runway

COVID‑19 variant BA.3.2 is spreading quickly across US – a doctor explains what you need to know

You may not hear as much about COVID-19 anymore, but it hasn't gone away. BA.3.2 (‘Cicada’) is a fast-spreading variant in the US—likely less severe but more immune-evasive. Current vaccines may be less effective.

Air & Space Power

Japan Deploys Its First Long-Range Missiles

The Type-12 missiles significantly extend strike range and introduce a standoff capability that strengthens deterrence and responsiveness in a complex regional environment. The range of the upgraded missile would allow it to reach mainland China.

Air & Space Power

USAF, Army integrate air defense capabilities during Freedom Shield 26

U.S. Air Force (USAF) and U.S. Army forces integrated short-range air defence during Freedom Shield 26, demonstrating layered base defence against low-altitude aerial threats through coordinated detection, tracking, and engagement of simulated drones.

Wondering Where China’s Cyber Effort Will Go Next? Just Read the Five-Year Plan

The plan offers clear signals about future cyber priorities and helps anticipate direction, showing how long-term strategy, state coordination, and investment shape emerging capabilities and influence global competition. Investment focuses on technology, leadership and self-reliance.

Introducing The All New

Runway App

You asked, we listened! We’ve made it easier than ever to support your professional development on the go – explore The Runway’s new mobile app. Everyone has 5 minutes to learn something new, so download the app today from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to sharpen your intellectual edge.

Our Partners

Access Program Wirraway via ADELE ADELE

Found something worth contributing to The Runway? Contribute

Explore by topic

View all topics

CA-16 Wirraway

Military History

Cyber

Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence

Technology & Innovation

Strategic Influence

Wellbeing

Air & Space Power

Military Management