Ukraine said SpaceX had restricted military-grade satellite services, affecting drone and air-defence operations. Starlink is a commercial network limited to civilian or defensive use, while Starshield provides encrypted military services using the same satellite constellation.

The temporary Starshield disruptions highlighted the risks of military reliance on commercial technologies. The incident showed how service interruptions could affect operations, underscoring the need for careful management of commercial dependencies in defence systems.

The author argues Western Australia must connect new infrastructure with skilled workers, qualified suppliers, secure supply chains and sustained demand. Predictable procurement and scalable production are needed to manufacture, maintain, repair and replenish equipment at operational pace.

Philippine and Chinese forces have clashed at least six times around disputed waters and airspace since early October. Encounters involving boats, coastguard cutters and aircraft increase escalation risks near strategic sea routes.

New research suggests cortisol is not inherently harmful to fertility. A review found natural cortisol rises often coincide with ovulation—indicating it may actually support reproduction—while earlier studies may have overstated cortisol’s negative effects.

A force structure of 1,509 combat-ready fighters required according to the USAF. More F-35s and F-47s, supported by increased procurement and 500 drone wingmen. Requirements may change with future threats, technology and funding.

The Pentagon has designated cislunar space (the region of space between the Earth and the Moon) a warfighting domain, prompting Space Force to rapidly field commercial technologies and autonomous spacecraft by 2029. Driven by China’s growing Earth-Moon surveillance and operational presence.

The article argues China’s secure continental position could let it absorb a failed Taiwan campaign without regime collapse. Deterrence must therefore challenge Beijing’s Eurasian economic and strategic depth, not focus solely on maritime forces.

To improve battlefield survival, the U.S. Marine Corps is deploying portable blood storage, blood-warming, ultrasound, and battery-powered medical systems. Aims to enable prolonged casualty care and treatment closer to the front lines.

Initial recruitment targets 100 people aged 18-25 over two years from two PNG universities. Applicants must meet existing Australian security screening standards and eventually obtain citizenship. Aims to create career opportunities and support closer ties.