Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) are widely considered and used across the world, with the exception of large Western economies including Australia. Fears of adopting digital currencies, risks ceding global financial leadership away from US.

Growing cooperation between Russia and China in military technology raises concerns, but overreacting could push them closer. Russia wants Chinese drones and semiconductors. China desires Russian aviation and submarine propulsion technology.

Goals can be toxic and unfulfilling when set too high; defined by achievement; or driven by loss aversion. Instead, focus on process—not just outcomes—and engage in the journey for lasting fulfilment.

Special ops in militaries worldwide need ridged selection tests to match unique unit needs. These needs will commonly align to small teams working in some of the most austere, dangerous and physically demanding environments.

ASIO is part of Australia's National security—a whole-of-society effort is needed to counter espionage, foreign interference, and politically motivated violence. AUKUS makes Defence an increasing intelligence target. Social cohesion is crucial for security.

The two companies have entered a long-term agreement to develop and produce next-generation mission trainers for the MQ-9B SkyGuardian remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS). The trainers will employ high-fidelity graphics and physics-based simulation.

Handwriting notes engages the brain more actively than typing—enhancing learning and memory retention. Typing often leads to verbatim note-taking whilst handwriting fosters better conceptual comprehension, active listening, and aids in organising thoughts effectively.

Yonaguni Island is experiencing militarisation due to its proximity to Taiwan. The build-up includes radar sites, missile units, the Japanese Self-Defence Force's Camp Yonaguni, and expansion of the port and airport.

Aggressive neo-mercantilism is an embrace of protectionism justified by national security. Trade protection replaces traditional objectives of economic openness and harmony among nations, affecting strategic balances. Some defence force budgets may inevitably incur inflationary pressures.

The oceans could be water-rich but highly pressurised and 5,000 miles deep—715 times deeper than Earth's. Their composition could explain their odd magnetic fields and behaviour like supercritical fluids. Only Voyager 2 has visited.