Cyber

UK and allies expose spyware used by Iranian state actors to target dissidents, activists and journalists

The hackers impersonate trusted contacts and tailor messages to trick dissidents, activists and journalists into installing spyware. The persistent Windows malware captures communications, screens and audio, potentially enabling surveillance, intimidation and physical targeting.
3 minutes
Air & Space Power

Long-range strike capabilities declared IOC

Australia can now strike defended maritime targets beyond 370 kilometres and land targets up to 900 kilometres away. Successful Super Hornet and Poseidon testing extends reach while strengthening deterrence against adversary forces and infrastructure.
2 minutes
Leadership

Why Leaders Need People Who Don’t Report to Them

Leadership often creates distance and loneliness, limiting where leaders can be themselves. Sustainable leadership requires trusted peers outside reporting lines to process challenges, avoid withdrawal cycles, and maintain connection without always being the boss.
5 minutes
Wellbeing

Most men don’t know dairy is linked to prostate cancer risk

The surveyed men showed limited awareness that higher dairy intake has been associated with prostate cancer risk. Observational research also links plant-rich diets with lower incidence, progression and recurrence, but does not establish causation.
3 minutes
Air & Space Power

F-35 proved combat readiness during Middle East deployments, Air Force officials say

The fifth-gen aircraft maintained high mission-capable rates, rapid turnaround times, and mission versatility. US Air Force leaders cited these successes as evidence of the jet’s effectiveness despite recent concerns about fleet-wide readiness.
3 minutes
Strategic Influence

Trump’s pressure on NATO is reshaping Europe’s defenses. Will it break the alliance?

The article asserts that US pressure on NATO has increased European defence spending, but weakened trust in U.S. commitments. Despite threats of troop cuts, US investment in European bases continues, while allies diversify defence partnerships.
15 minutes
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Cyber

UK and allies expose spyware used by Iranian state actors to target dissidents, activists and journalists

The hackers impersonate trusted contacts and tailor messages to trick dissidents, activists and journalists into installing spyware. The persistent Windows malware captures communications, screens and audio, potentially enabling surveillance, intimidation and physical targeting.
3 minutes
Australian-made Koonibba-Rising 3.0 solid rocket motor launched.
Air & Space Power

Ukraine and the Middle East teach the Indo-Pacific about the new space wars

Recent conflicts show that space capabilities are now central to communications, navigation, intelligence and resilience. Satellite navigation enables precision weapons and unmanned systems while commercial imagery makes military activity increasingly observable. Stronger combined planning needed.
8 minutes
Air & Space Power

Long-range strike capabilities declared IOC

Australia can now strike defended maritime targets beyond 370 kilometres and land targets up to 900 kilometres away. Successful Super Hornet and Poseidon testing extends reach while strengthening deterrence against adversary forces and infrastructure.
2 minutes
Leadership

Why Leaders Need People Who Don’t Report to Them

Leadership often creates distance and loneliness, limiting where leaders can be themselves. Sustainable leadership requires trusted peers outside reporting lines to process challenges, avoid withdrawal cycles, and maintain connection without always being the boss.
5 minutes
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