Taiwan plans to raise its 2026 defence budget by 22.9 percent, in 2026. This increase responds to China's escalating military pressure and aligns with U.S. calls for Taiwan to bolster its defence capabilities.

This article discusses nine key employee benefits and perks that enhance retention, emphasizing the importance of mental health support, general perks and flexible work arrangements in building long-term loyalty from employees.

The People's Liberation Army (PLA) is developing manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) concepts, focusing on enhancing software and algorithms to integrate autonomous systems into air operations, differing from the U.S. approach that emphasizes advanced autonomy.

Unmanned systems with radiation detectors allow rapid, remote measurement of hazardous environments, reducing exposure risks for personnel, improving situational awareness, and enabling scalable, efficient responses during radiological incidents or emergency operations.

Un-crewed underwater vehicle (UUV) technology, initially designed for marine conservation, is being repurposed for covert maritime surveillance and potential military applications. This shift underscores the dual-use nature of emerging technologies and their implications for modern navies.

High-performing middle managers are essential talent managers. Unfortunately, many organisations burden them with administrative tasks and insufficient autonomy; undermining leadership, morale, and retention precisely when adaptable management is most vital.

Little 'just in case' anxiety moments can accumulate into harmful cycles when safety behaviours, like repeated checking, provide temporary relief but reinforce worry. Recognising and resisting these urges prevents compulsion and supports emotional regulation.

This article explores how depression can both foster creative thinking and act as a barrier to action. The dual role suggests emotional states are nuanced and contextual, not universally negative.

Spain cancelled its F-35 order, Switzerland may cut back due to tariff-driven price rises, and India paused U.S. arms deals over trade tensions—marking a growing resistance to U.S. defence dependence.

Finland has lodged criminal charges against the crew of a suspected Russian shadow-fleet vessel accused of sabotaging undersea telecom cables. The crew is accused of communication disruptions and interference with critical national infrastructure.