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WarRoom Battleground EP 973: Poland's Nationalist President Vetoes “Centre-Right” Government's Plot To Give EU Say On Defence

Humanity is going back to the Moon, and Europe is already playing a critical role in making it happen. This week, Planetary Radio brings you voices straight from the 18th European Space Conference in Brussels, Belgium, where more than 2,000 of the world’s top space leaders gathered to shape the future of European space exploration. We begin with conference co-organizer Tomas Dimitrov of Logos and Business Bridge Europe, who sets the stage for the conversations ahead. From there, we hear from European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius, ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, French Minister Delegate for European Affairs Benjamin Haddad, and Germany’s Federal Space Minister Dorothee Bär. We also take you inside the Moonlight Initiative panel, bringing you the full conversation as scientists and engineers from ESA, NASA, and industry lay out their vision for building GPS and communications infrastructure around the Moon, and wrestle with what it will really take to support a permanent human presence there. Then, Planetary Society Chief Scientist Bruce Betts joins us for What’s Up to tackle one of the most fascinating and unexpected challenges of lunar exploration: what time is it on the Moon? Discover more at: https://www.planetary.org/planetary-radio/2026-european-space-conference See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Cammarata’s childhood best friend is currently a forensic patient in a secure psychiatric facility. He was found not guilty of the machete murder of his own brother at a suburban shopping centre and of stalking and attempting to murder David, because the judge believed he was suffering from severe mental illness when he committed the offences. David and his family were terrorised for years before his former friend Jonathan was apprehended. Now he lives in fear that he’ll one day be released. David’s former best friend, the best man at his wedding is a man by the name of Jonathan Dick. This episode was first aired on September 18th, 2022. You can watch our episodes and subscribe to our Youtube channel here. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 GET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

David Cammarata’s childhood best friend is currently a forensic patient in a secure psychiatric facility. He was found not guilty of the machete murder of his own brother at a suburban shopping centre and of stalking and attempting to murder David, because the judge believed he was suffering from severe mental illness when he committed the offences. David and his family were terrorised for years before his former friend Jonathan was apprehended. Now he lives in fear that he’ll one day be released. David’s former best friend, the best man at his wedding is a man by the name of Jonathan Dick. This episode was first aired on September 18th, 2022. You can watch our episodes and subscribe to our Youtube channel here. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380 GET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com

Helena Horská: “If you don't feel safe, you won't do business”, Kutná Hora chocolatiers travel to London to collect ‘chocolate Oscars' medals, Strahov Library: Baroque gem ranked among the most beautiful in the world, Suitcase of journalist Milena Jesenská discovered after decades acquired by Prague museum

The Canadian prime minister, Mark Carney, has given his generals and admirals an unusual command: spend money. Lots of it. Quickly. For years, it was the other way around. Canada wore the uniform of a serious NATO ally – while undershooting the alliance's 2% of GDP defence spending target. Now, spurred by what Carney has called a “rupture” in geopolitics, Ottawa is adding billions to hit NATO's target by 31 March 2026 – the end of the fiscal year. Military leaders are scrambling to reverse a culture of frugality and long planning cycles. Parliament's budget watchdog has said the Department of National Defence sometimes struggles to spend the funds it already has. The Conservative defence critic has said the new billions are money “the department won't be able to shovel out the door.” Neal Razzell follows the money to see what changes — and what doesn't — when a military tries to expand at speed. In Quebec, at Canada's main basic training base, he watches the rebuild begin — as recruits and instructors grapple with the limits of time, staff and space. In British Columbia, at the Navy's Pacific headquarters, he asks the commander of Maritime Forces Pacific what “spend fast” can actually fix in a fleet Carney says is less than half operational.This episode of The Documentary comes to you from Assignment, investigations and journeys into the heart of global events.

This episode of Double Tap is brought to you by: C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Blue Alpha Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Guests: Jon Patton – https://guncon.net – NILES, OH BIG PUBLIC SHOW DAY JUNE 20th, 2026 Industry/VIP Events JUNE 17-20, 2026 Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171  Public https://welikeshooting.com/titles/ Dear WLS Question from Anonymous Coward from California WINNER People are looking at the ICE shooting all wro6vng. This is not a First Amendment issue. He wasn't peacefully protesting. There is plenty of video showing him actively blocking ICE vehicles before the shooting. That matters. This is also not a Second Amendment issue. He wasn't walking down the street, minding his business, and accidentally flashing a concealed carry gun. He was in direct physical conflict with law enforcement while armed. According to reporting, he had allegedly been “on duty” the week before, tracking ICE, and had been taken to the ground by agents, injuring his ribs. This time, when he went back “on duty,” he brought a gun. I understand why people instinctively hesitate to side with federal law enforcement. I really do. But if we're being honest, this situation demands a clear-eyed assessment—not emotional reflexes or ideological posturing. If the political alignment were reversed—if this were someone at a protest you agreed with—would you still argue the outcome was justified? In this case, my answer is still yes, the individual was at fault, regardless of ideology. As gun owners, we talk constantly about personal responsibility. That responsibility includes knowing what situations you do not escalate, especially when armed. A fight you cannot win is a fight against law enforcement officers when you are carrying a firearm. The moment you insert yourself into a physical confrontation with LEOs while armed, you are the one escalating the situation. Everyone knows this. This is not new. You are not going to win a solo fight against law enforcement. Period. Question from Jaqin Ta'Sox from Connecticut From; Jaqin Ta'Sox: Dear WLS Man. Sorry. The 646 episode got me fired up. In regards to Nick at time stamp 108 minutes. ICE doesn't need warrants to arrest illegal immigrants, because all of the people they are looking for are here illegally and 100% have another type of Law Enforcement Interaction (dwi, domestic violence, etc.) The illegals that don't have other Law Enforcement Interaction are usually collateral arrests, because ICE goes looking for 1 and find 12 together. As far as the US Citizens that interact with ICE, yes they are 99% detained and released upon verification of status. The 1% that are arrested/hurt are the people who escalate the Interaction instead of cooperating, like Jeremy said. Question from Anonymous Coward from California Question for double tap I've noticed that Jeremy is a lot calmer now that Aaron has been gone is that a coincidence or does Aaron just drive him that crazy? Question from Sean's Weight Loss Coach from Pennsylvania Question for Double Tap: With the new Ruger/Marlin 1894 in 10mm and the Taylor's 1873 Winchester clone in 9mm it got me thinking – what changes are needed to handle the rimless cartridges vs the more traditional rimmed cartridges that lever guns of this style are more commonly chambered for? Extractor change on the bolt? Chamber cut to control headspace with the cartridge mouth instead of the rim? Why has it taken this long for traditional lever guns like these to be chambered in rimless cartridges? Most sincerely, Sean's Weight Loss Coach Question from Anonymous Coward from California For double tap This question is mainly for Jeremy since he he sounds like he has the most experience with the XD line from SA. I have an XD.40 what parts should I expect to replace first and how often should I be cleaning it because I've heard mixed opinions on cleaning firearms? Question from LieutenantRand from Michigan LieutenantRand Are power lines higher in Africa? Or are there cases of giraffes being electrocuted? Question from Typicalpnwguy from Washington Dear wls crew, At the end of DT 447 Jeremy said to “go fuck yourself” so I did. Apparently its wrong for me to do so at a customer's house while doing deliveries. Now Im fired, wife left me, my dog found another hooman, and all I have is my pvs14 & mk18 cqbr blaster. Since Jeremy got me fired & divorced can I move in with you and get a job at the range? I promise to shit on Aaron every chance I get. Love, Typicalpnwguy Gun Industry News Taurus 22 TUC The Taurus 22 TUC is a micro-sized .22LR semi-auto pistol featuring a tip-up barrel, polymer frame, DAO trigger, and 10-ounce unloaded weight with 2.5-inch barrel and 10-round capacity. It includes fixed sights with orange front dot, G10 grips, and straight blowback action without extractor or ejector for easy loading. Reliability testing showed minor ammo-specific issues resolvable by chamber maintenance. Bottom Line: Caliber: .22LR; Capacity: 9+1 (10 rounds); Barrel: 2.5 inches; Weight: 10 oz unloaded; Length: 5 inches; Width: 1 inch; Height: 4.35 inches; Polymer frame, G10 grips, stainless steel or black finish; Tip-up barrel, DAO trigger, fixed sights with orange dot, no extractor/ejector, no manual safety Mossberg 590 Bliksem Collaboration with Christian Craighead The Mossberg 590 Bliksem is a limited-edition 12-gauge pump shotgun in ‘other firearm' format, featuring a 14.375-inch heavy-walled barrel, 5+1 capacity, cylinder bore, front bead sight, ambidextrous tang safety, and the proven 590 operating system with twin action bars and steel-to-steel lockup. It includes a Rhodesian Brushstroke camo treatment, FDE AfterShock bird's head grip, FDE corncob forend with leather strap, and an Esstac shotshell card. This model results from a collaboration with former 22 SAS operator Christian Craighead and his Ministry of Defence brand, focusing on distinctive cosmetic branding. The Gist: Announced March 11th, 2026; distribution via dealer-network rollout. Impact: MSRP $728 Bottom Line: 14.375-inch heavy-walled barrel; 5+1 capacity; cylinder bore; front bead sight; ambidextrous tang safety; twin action bars and steel-to-steel lockup; Rhodesian Brushstroke camo; FDE AfterShock bird's head grip; FDE corncob forend with leather strap; Esstac shotshell card. Smith & Wesson Performance Center Equalizer Carry Comp Smith & Wesson has added a compensated version of the Performance Center Equalizer, named the Equalizer Carry Comp, to its Performance Center line. This 9mm carry gun features a top barrel PowerPort to reduce muzzle rise, optics-ready slide, and EZ-style serrations. It includes Ameriglo night sights, an accessory rail, and Performance Center trigger enhancements. Bottom Line: 9mm carry gun; Top barrel PowerPort compensator; Optics-ready slide; EZ-style slide serrations; Ameriglo Trooper front night sight with black U-notch rear; Accessory rail; 10-, 13-, 15-round magazines; Performance Center trigger work0 Elite Survival Systems IWB / Off-Body Concealed Carry Kit Elite Survival Systems has launched the IWB / Off-Body Concealed Carry Kit, a dual-use holster system designed for popular compact pistols including Glock 43X, SIG Sauer P365 XL, SIG Sauer P365 XMacro, Springfield Armory Hellcat, Hellcat Pro, and Smith & Wesson M&P Shield models. The kit features a low-profile holster with secure retention, optics compatibility, and mounting components for carry bags or packs. Announced on March 13, 2026, it emphasizes concealment, comfort, and durability for everyday carry. The Gist: Available now directly from Elite Survival Systems and authorized dealers. Bottom Line: Dual-use IWB and off-body configurations; compatible with Glock 43X, SIG Sauer P365 XL/XMacro, Springfield Hellcat/Hellcat Pro, S&W M&P Shield; low-profile for concealment; secure retention; optics-ready; durable construction with bag/pack mounting. Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P9 M2.0 Metal TALO Edition Pistols Smith & Wesson has released new TALO-exclusive Performance Center pistols based on the M&P9 M2.0 Metal platform. These 9mm handguns feature threaded and compensated barrels with copper/gold-colored PVD finishes, aluminum frames, lightning cuts, Strike Industries compensators, and optics-ready slides. Designed for competition and professional use, they offer visual and performance upgrades over standard M&P models. The Gist: TALO-exclusive; no specific release date or retailers stated. Bottom Line: 9mm caliber; aluminum frame; threaded/compensated barrel with copper/gold PVD finish; lightning cuts; Strike Industries compensator; optics-ready; M2.0 platform.0 Tasmanian Tiger TT Modular Chest Rig 4xM4 and TT Modular Chest Rig Pack Tasmanian Tiger has expanded its modular load-carrying system with the release of the TT Modular Chest Rig 4xM4, a lightweight chest rig with four fixed rifle magazine pouches and size M SAPI plate compatibility, and the TT Modular Chest Rig Pack, a low-profile backpack offering expandable 12-20 liter storage with hydration compatibility. Both products integrate seamlessly for standalone or combined use and are compatible with existing TT Chest Rig MKII systems via adapters. Constructed from CORDURA 500 den with laser-cut MOLLE, they target military, law enforcement, and SWAT operators. The Gist: Announced March 13, 2026; available through Tasmanian Tiger USA product pages (TT Modular Chest Rig 4xM4: https://tasmaniantigerusa.com/product.php?id=268; TT Modular Chest Rig Pack: https://tasmaniantigerusa.com/product.php?id=269); US distribution by Proforce Equipment, Inc. Impact: TT Modular Chest Rig 4xM4: MSRP $219 (black, olive, coyote), $259 (Multicam); TT Modular Chest Rig Pack: MSRP $219 (black,

Stanislav Gryshyn is a Ukrainian defence-tech entrepreneur and combat veteran best known as a co-founder and Director of Strategic Development and Project Management at General Cherry, a frontline-focused Ukrainian drone manufacturer specializing in FPV strike and interceptor systems. He is part of Ukraine's wartime miltech ecosystem, with General Cherry's products developed for real combat use by Ukraine's security and defence forces. Since 2022 he has served with Ukraine's Centre for Innovation and Development of Defence Technologies under the Ministry of Defence and in the 412th Separate Battalion of Unmanned Systems, 101st Brigade, and that he was one of the developers of Delta, Ukraine's situational-awareness, battle-management system.----------LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanislav-gryshyn-2b1582152/4https://www.gencherry.com/enhttps://forumkyiv.org/en/speakers/stanislav-gryshyn----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.gofundme.com/f/scaling-up-campaign-to-fight-authoritarian-disinformation----------TRUSTED CHARITIES ON THE GROUND:Car4Ukrainehttps://car4ukraine.com/en-US/campaignsDzyga's Pawhttps://dzygaspaw.com/projectsSuperhumans - Hospital for war traumashttps://superhumans.com/en/UNBROKEN - Treatment. Prosthesis. Rehabilitation for Ukrainians in Ukrainehttps://unbroken.org.ua/Come Back Alivehttps://savelife.in.ua/en/Chefs For Ukraine - World Central Kitchenhttps://wck.org/relief/activation-chefs-for-ukraineUNITED24 - An initiative of President Zelenskyyhttps://u24.gov.ua/Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundationhttps://prytulafoundation.orgNGO “Herojam Slava”https://heroiamslava.org/----------PLATFORMS:Substack: https://substack.com/@siliconcurtainTwitter: https://twitter.com/CurtainSiliconLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finkjonathan/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4thRZj6NO7y93zG11JMtqm----------

Why has Ukraine rapidly emerged as a global leader in advanced defense technology? What is the secret behind this innovation? How has warfare evolved over the past few years, and how are these shifts manifesting not only in the Russo-Ukrainian war but also in the Middle East? Are new drone technologies permanently altering the balance of power between major powers and smaller nations? Finally, what is required to defend the world against the Russian and Iranian regimes—and why is the Ukrainian experience the key to global security? *** Explaining Ukraine is a podcast by UkraineWorld, an English-language media outlet covering Ukraine. Host: Volodymyr Yermolenko—Ukrainian philosopher, editor-in-chief of UkraineWorld, and president of PEN Ukraine. Guest: Yulia Marushevska, a civic activist, former head of the Office of Support for Reforms at Ukraine's Ministry of Defence and currently Supervisory board member at Brave 1, a platform for Ukrainian defense innovations. *** Listen on various platforms: https://li.sten.to/explaining-ukraine UkraineWorld: https://ukraineworld.org/en *** SUPPORT: You can support our work on https://www.patreon.com/c/ukraineworld Your help is crucial, as we rely heavily on crowdfunding. You can also contribute to our volunteer missions to frontline areas in Ukraine, where we deliver aid to both soldiers and civilians. Donations are welcome via PayPal at: ukraine.resisting@gmail.com. *** CONTENTS: 00:00 Guest: Yulia Marushevska's background in defense reform and innovation 01:52 Ukraine's shift from security recipient to security provider. 03:49 What have Ukrainians learned about modern warfare? 05:58 High-precision weapons vs. cheap drone swarms 08:14 Can Western bureaucracy adapt to modern production needs? 11:04 What is a "Defense Ecosystem"? 14:15 Ukrainian civil society as a contributor to the Ukraine's defense 16:13 A lack of urgency: key problem of Ukraine's partners 19:03 Are authoritarian regimes better prepared for a war of attrition? 22:12 Why is joint air defense between Ukraine and the EU essential for European security? 28:18 How do volunteers "buy time" for state institutions? 34:59 Expectations for the new Ministry of Defense team 38:32 Hope through horizontal connections and people 40:10 How to support UkraineWorld.

In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with Former Air Marshal Edward Stringer for a stark conversation about the state of Britain's armed forces, and whether the country is prepared for modern war.We examine the shrinking size of the British military, the decline in combat readiness, and the strategic risks facing the United Kingdom in an increasingly unstable world. Stringer explains how decades of defence cuts, procurement failures, and political complacency have left Britain struggling to maintain credible military power.The conversation explores the future of the RAF, the importance of air superiority, and how modern warfare is being transformed by drones, missiles, cyber operations, and space-based intelligence. We discuss NATO, Britain's role alongside the United States, and whether the West still has the industrial capacity to sustain high-intensity conflict.We also debate the political reluctance to confront growing global threats, from Russia and Iran to China, and whether Britain's leaders fully grasp the consequences of allowing military capability to erode.A sobering conversation about defence, deterrence, and whether Britain still has the will and capacity to defend itself.Edward's full report HERE: https://policyexchange.org.uk/publication/the-say-do-gaps-in-defence/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WATCH EXTENDED INTERVIEW HERE: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Substack: https://www.winstonmarshall.co.uk/X: https://twitter.com/mrwinmarshallInsta: https://www.instagram.com/winstonmarshallLinktree: https://linktr.ee/winstonmarshall----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Chapters00:00 Introduction01:23 Cyprus Attack and Britain's Military Readiness03:06 Why Britain's Military Is in “Managed Decline”06:51 The Shrinking Royal Navy Fleet11:06 Britain vs Israel: Why Spending Doesn't Equal Strength12:02 The Reality of Britain's Army, Navy and RAF15:00 Procurement Failures and the Ajax Scandal17:49 Britain's “Bonsai Military” Problem21:49 Britain's Artillery Crisis and Weapon Shortages22:27 Drone Warfare and the Lessons from Ukraine26:51 Britain's Manufacturing and Industrial Weakness30:56 The Economics of Modern Warfare31:24 Britain's Missing Air Defence Systems32:30 How Europe Relied on America for Defence37:49 Russia, China and the New War of Production41:50 The State of Britain's Submarine Fleet47:00 Could Britain Sustain a Real War?52:00 Finland, Israel and What Real Defence Readiness Looks Like58:40 Why Britain Can't Defend Multiple Commitments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Tank Talks, Matt Cohen and John Ruffolo unpack a volatile moment across software, capital markets, AI, and Canadian industrial policy. The conversation opens with Constellation Software's AI-era challenge, as new president Mark Miller faces investor skepticism around whether legacy vertical market software can maintain its moat in a world increasingly shaped by AI-driven productivity, automation, and code generation.From there, Matt and John examine Salesforce's decision to raise billions in debt to fund share buybacks, questioning whether this is smart balance-sheet engineering or a red flag that large software companies are running out of offensive growth options. The episode then turns to the private credit market, where redemption gates, liquidity pressure, and fears around AI infrastructure lending raise deeper concerns about leverage, accounting, and systemic fragility.Back in Canada, the discussion shifts to the country's defence industrial strategy and why the real opportunity is not just traditional military spending, but dual-use investment across AI, quantum, satellites, aerospace, and strategic infrastructure. The episode closes with a look at Andrej Karpathy's open-source Auto Research project and what it signals about the speed of AI progress, the democratization of research capabilities, and the growing pressure on knowledge workers and software engineers to keep up.If software moats are weakening, private credit is wobbling, and defence dollars are becoming innovation dollars, where will the next real edge come from?Constellation Software, AI Pressure, and the Future of Vertical SaaS (00:43)Matt and John break down Constellation Software's latest numbers, the market's growing skepticism toward legacy software businesses, and the bigger question of whether mission-critical vertical SaaS can stay resilient as AI chips away at traditional moats. They explore why trusted workflows and proprietary data still matter, but also why even durable software businesses may face long-term pressure.Salesforce's $25 Billion Debt Bet and What It Really Signals (06:28)Matt and John unpack Salesforce's plan to raise massive debt for share buybacks, debating whether this is efficient capital structure management or a defensive move from a software giant with fewer compelling growth opportunities. The bigger issue is what this says about confidence, capital allocation, and the mood inside mature SaaS companies right now.Private Credit Redemption Gates and the Fear Beneath the Surface (10:49)A wave of redemption limits across major private credit funds becomes the next flashpoint. Matt and John explain why retail money flooded into the asset class, how managers were pushed into riskier lending, and why the underlying concern is no longer just liquidity management, but whether private credit has been pricing equity risk like it was safe debt.Canada's Defense Strategy Is Really a Dual-Use Tech Strategy (16:29)Matt and John shift to Canada's defense industrial strategy and the National Research Council's planned investment, arguing that the real opportunity is in dual-use innovation. Rather than thinking only in terms of tanks and submarines, John reframes defense spending as investment in AI, quantum, satellites, aerospace, and strategic infrastructure that can serve both government and enterprise customers.The AI Catch-Up Panic Is Real (21:26)Matt and John zoom out from markets and policy to the personal reality of AI acceleration. John admits he feels both energized and behind, capturing the exact tension many operators and investors feel as new tools emerge faster than most people can realistically absorb them.Andrej Karpathy Auto Research and the One-GPU Research Lab Moment (22:58)The episode closes with Andrej Karpathy's open-source Auto Research project and why it matters. Matt explains how autonomous research loops, overnight experimentation, and low-cost GPU access could dramatically speed up model tuning, product testing, and AI development, making advanced experimentation far more accessible than before.Connect with John Ruffolo on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/joruffoloConnect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

France's balancing act in the Middle East war. Convincing women to run in France's local elections. And the French village where Iran's first supreme leader spent his last months in exile. France has deployed navy vessels to the Mediterranean and Red Sea to protect countries attacked by Iran in retaliation for strikes by the United States and Israel. It says it is staying out of the war, maintaining a "strictly defensive" stance to support its allies and protect its interests in the region. Defence expert Guillaume Lagane, who teaches international relations at Sciences Po Paris, examines France's position and the delicate balancing act it is pursuing. (Listen @2'45'') France heads to the polls on 15 and 22 March to elect its mayors and town councillors. We already know that half of the councillors will be women, after a 2025 law imposed gender-balanced lists in every one of France's nearly 35,000 communes. Putting forward an equal number of male and female candidates can be challenging in a village like Fresnes-lès-Montauban in northern France, where non-profit Elles Aussi is helping encourage women to run. Julia Mouzon, founder of the Elues Locales network that supports and promotes women in politics, talks about the collective achievement of getting gender parity on electoral lists – and why there are still so few female mayors. (Listen @18'25'') The small town in France where Iran's first supreme leader, Ruhollah Khomeini, spent his last months in exile, preparing his return to Iran at the height of the 1979 revolution. (Listen @12'35'') Episode mixed by Cecile Pompeani and Arthur Devillers. Spotlight on France is a podcast from Radio France International. Find us on rfienglish.com, Apple podcasts (link here), Spotify (link here) or your favourite podcast app (pod.link/1573769878).

IEA OMR cut its 2026 global oil supply growth forecast by nearly half, stating the Middle East conflict as the largest oil supply disruption ever. USTR Greer said the US is initiating a Section 301 investigation into 16 trading partners, including China, the EU, Mexico, Vietnam, India and Japan, which could lead to responsive actions, including tariffs.European equities hit as Iran conflict continues, while Defence names benefit; Oil prices continue to weigh on US equities.DXY continues to benefit from geopols, JPY bucks the G10 trend and holds onto gains.Fixed income initially softer but coming off worst levels. Crude wanes off best levels after Brent briefly topped above USD 100/bbl, reports suggest that India is in discussions with Iran to secure passage for 20 tankers through Hormuz.Looking ahead, highlights include Canadian Trade Balance (Jan), US Trade Balance (Jan), Initial Jobless Claims, Housing Starts, Atlanta Fed GDP and CBRT Policy Announcement. Speakers include Fed's Bowman. Supply from the US, Earnings from Adobe.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

In episode 332 of the Glass and Out Podcast we're joined by Head Coach of the St. Norbert College Green Knights, Tim Coghlin. Over the past 32 seasons, Coghlin has turned the St. Norbert hockey program into one of the finest college hockey programs in the country. During that time, the Green Knights have appeared in 21 NCAA DIII tournaments, captured five national titles, and posted over 700 wins, making Coghlin the all-time wins leader at the DIII level. In addition to leading a model program, former players can be found making an impact in their respective fields and communities. That includes reigning Jack Adams Award winner and head coach of the Washington Capitals, Spencer Carberry. Listen as he shares why successful teams have noisy benches, why creating offence starts with defensive structure, and the responsiblity that college coaches have to their players' parents. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MW31RYpe_pg Secure your TCS Live ticket: https://thecoachessitelive.com/ Download the TCS app: https://www.thecoachessite.com/app Learn more about our presenting sponsors: Biosteel: BioSteelTeams.com/Glassandout Hudl: hudl.com/tcs

Nat Edwards, Damian Barrett and Riley Beveridge discuss Wednesday’s biggest footy stories on the AFL Daily podcast. Subscribe to AFL Daily and never miss an episode. Rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Day 1,475.Today, as President Donald Trump speaks with Vladimir Putin and reportedly offers to ease sanctions on Russian oil amid surging global energy prices linked to his war in Iran, we examine the latest developments on the battlefield as Ukraine claims to have liberated “almost all” of the Dnipropetrovsk region. Then we bring you the latest from Europe, followed by a dispatch from northern Ukraine, where communities continue to endure repeated Russian strikes on the country's energy infrastructure.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @DomNicholls on X.Adelie Pojzman-Pontay (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @Adeliepjz on X.NOW IN FULL VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdHjleMvPSs-JEjiQ8_D2cACONTENT REFERENCED:An Air-Campaign Primer (Eliot Cohen in The Atlantic): https://www.theatlantic.com/national-security/2026/03/air-campaign-military-primer/686294/?gift=KGDC3VdV8jaCufvP3bRsPqEbYdfKy52g6Ojp5VlDiRo&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=shareX suspends 800m accounts in one year amid ‘massive' scale of manipulation attempts (The Guardian):https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/mar/09/x-suspends-accounts-massive-scale-manipulation-attempts-russia Ukraine Helps U.S. Bases in the Mideast With Stopping Drones (New York Times):https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/09/world/middleeast/ukraine-shahed-drone-middle-east.html Ministry of Defence changes approach to drone procurement: demand will be generated automatically based on frontline data (MOD):https://mod.gov.ua/en/news/ministry-of-defence-changes-approach-to-drone-procurement-demand-will-be-generated-automatically-based-on-frontline-dataWEEKLY NEWSLETTER:Our weekly newsletter includes maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons, answers your questions, provides recommended reading, and gives exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights.. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers. Join here – http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter EMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk . We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many on air and in our newsletter as possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Andrew founded his Social Enterprise, SaluteMyJob, in 2015. He and his team are on a mission to better connect transitioning and former Service men and women, and their families, with ‘Forces Friendly' organisations and the wide variety of opportunities they offer. This has led to the recent launch of a new platform, Troopr, to use technology to transform the experience for both organisations and individual members of the Armed Forces community. His former employer, IBM, is an important partner in this venture. Andrew joined Kenexa, a US provider of HR science, technology and services, In 2009, after a full career in the British Army. He was responsible for starting up the company's government business, achieving $25m in sales and $12m in revenue in 3 years. For his last 4 years in the Army, Andrew was Director of Army Recruiting, responsible for the recruitment of 17,000 officers and soldiers annually into the Regular and Reserve Army. As part of this work, he led a project to identify how commercial best practices, capabilities, and expertise could help to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of Army recruiting. Earlier Army appointments included command of an Army brigade in Scotland; Responsibility for the Army's UK Training Estate, and 3 years on the Commitments (Operations) Staff in the Ministry of Defence at the height of the Kosovo crisis. In 1996, he achieved his lifelong ambition to command 1st Battalion, The King's Scottish Borderers. He sits on the board of a US Not-For-Profit, Corporate America Supports You. He is a volunteer mentor for SSAFA and an active supporter of Combat Stress. In 2023, he established and now leads a #JoiningForces initiative to foster and enable collaboration between ‘Forces Friendly organisations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Europe's eastern flank, the Baltic states – Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania – fear they could become Vladimir Putin's next target. After several drone incursions from Russia, the three countries are stepping up their defence strategies on the ground and in the air. This report from our colleagues at FRANCE 2 and FRANCE 24's Guillaume Gougeon.

Let's do this! The Cult of Hockey podcast. By the Faithful! And for the Faithful! Tonight, Kurt Leavins and David Staples of the Edmonton Journal dig into Edmonton's 4-2 win over the Golden Knights of Vegas.

Could Iran's new leader be worse than the old one? On the 10th day of the US-Israeli war with Iran, Roland looks at why IRGC-favourite Mojtaba Khamenei has been chosen as the new supreme leader to take over from his assassinated father and what it means for the regime. Plus, Venetia gets a view from the Gulf about the growing oil crisis, fears over dwindling interceptor missile stocks and how the war is dragging in countries there.CONTRIBUTORS:Venetia Rainey, co-host @venetiaraineyRoland Oliphant, Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator and co-host @RolandOliphantSascha Bruchmann, IISS Research Fellow for Defence and Military AnalysisCONTENT REFERENCED:David Blair: New supreme leader shows folly of Trump's warhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/03/09/new-iran-supreme-leader-folly-trump-iran-war/Iran has already made its first big miscalculation of the warhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/03/09/iran-first-big-miscalculation-war/Iran war, day ten: Everything you need to knowhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/03/09/iran-war-day-ten-everything-you-need-to-know/Producer: Peter ShevlinExecutive Producer: Louisa Wells► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditor► EMAIL US:Contact the team on battlelines@telegraph.co.uk ► GET THE LATEST HEADLINES:Find all our latest Iran coverage here: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/iran-war/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Poppy Coburn joins Jeremy to talk about the stories of the day. Andrew Lownie discusses whether he genuinely thinks Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is a paedophile based on emerging evidence in the Epstein Files. Sir Malcom Rifkind and Sarah Pochin from Reform UK discuss Starmer's reaction to the Iran War and whether male soldiers in the British Armed Forces should be able to wear make-up and earrings as encouraged by the Ministry of Defence.Wake up with Talk Breakfast in full on YouTube, DAB+ radio, Freeview 280, Fire TV, Samsung TV Plus or the Talk App on your TV from 6am every morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cyclors are out, batteries are in, but outwardly Team New Zealand's re-launched boat Taihoro doesn't look much different to the boat that won the America's Cup two years ago. The foiling AC75 to defend the Auld Mug in July next year in Italy was revealed from behind the boat shed door in Auckland yesterday. Felicity Reid reports.

The UK and France are sending more defence assets to the Middle East as the conflict's death toll ticks over 1700. Iran has appointed the son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as its new Supreme Leader, signalling a defiance to the US and Israel. Many of the deaths so far have occurred within Iran and Lebanon, with Israel ramping up its strikes. French President Emmanuel Macron says his country will deploy 10 warships and an aircraft carrier to nearby waters as a defensive measure. France Correspondent Catherine Field told Mike Hosking that Macron is saying what most other European leaders are saying – they are there to protect their interests, assets, and citizens. She says they're defending their assets and allies in the area, but they're not getting involved in the wider conflict. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Edmonton Oilers showed up with defensive improvements and secondary scoring in a must-win matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday evening... which they won by a score of 4-2. Ruan Rishaug, Jamie McLennan and Rob Brown break it all down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the federal government has received requests for its short-range surface-to-air missile system. 

A struggle to control artificial intelligence is playing out just as the United States increasingly deploys the technology in conflicts from Venezuela to Iran.

Following questions over the UK's military capability and the Iran conflict we discuss defence with Francis Tusa, editor of Defence Analysis. With conference season well under way, this week it's the turn of Reform and the Liberal Democrats. Reform's James Evans MS and the Liberal Democrat leader Jane Dodds MS join us. On International Women's Day we discuss gender parity in the Senedd with Cardiff University's Dr Leah Hibbs. Journalist Will Hayward talks about his new book 'Who Cares About Wales?'Reviewing the papers: Plaid Cymru's Kiera Marshall and Bethan Cousins from the Development Bank Wales.

What's Steve D spent £100 on? Find out on this week's PlayingFTSE Show!The FTSE 100 took a hit as investors rotated away from materials and back towards quality. But which Steve managed to cash in this week?Vistry shares took an absolute hammering when the company released its full-year results. The CEO is leaving, but Steve W saw two other reasons the market might not be happy.A shift to prioritising the balance sheet over share buybacks is one reason and cutting prices to clear the inventory is another. But were those part of the investment thesis?Steve D has a new UK growth stock to take a look at. It's Avingtrans, which looks to buy, improve, and then sell small industrial businesses in some very promising markets.Defence, data centres, and nuclear power are all areas that the firm has exposure to. And with a strategy for avoiding the challenges that come with size, is it one to buy?Conflict in Iran has sent FTSE 100 share prices all over the place. But Informa has been one of the biggest casualties, despite not being a big oil consumer. On top of that, there's talk of an AI threat to contend with in the company's publishing division. Steve W owns this one – what's he doing? Only on this week's PlayingFTSE Podcast!► Get a free fractional share!This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply.When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested.Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.► Get 15% OFF Fiscal.ai:Huge thanks to our sponsor, Fiscal.ai, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at Fiscal.ai!https://fiscal.ai/?via=steve► Follow Us On Substack:Sign up for our Substack and get light-hearted, info-packed discussions on everything from market trends and investing psychology to deep dives into different asset classes. We'll analyse what makes the best investors tick and share insights that challenge your thinking while keeping things engaging.You'll also find our new 10-week investing and research course available right now. It's completely free, with no sign-up required, no payment, and none of the usual BS. Don't miss out. Join us today and get stuck in.https://playingftse.substack.com/► Support the show:Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftse(All proceeds reinvested into the show and not to coffee!)► Timestamps:0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS7:27 VISTRY23:46 AVINGTRANS49:24 INFORMA► Show Notes:What's been going on in the financial world and why should anyone care? Find out as we dive into the latest news and try to figure out what any of it means. We talk about stocks, markets, politics, and loads of other things in a way that's accessible, light-hearted and (we hope) entertaining. For the people who know nothing, by the people who know even less. Enjoy► Wanna get in contact?Got a question for us? Drop it in the comments below or reach out to us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playing_ftse/► Enquiries: Please email - playingftsepodcast@gmail(dot)com► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

Episode Title: Tesla's Building A Robot Army — And A $1.5 Trillion Merger | Cern Basher Short Description: Bitcoin isn't money — it's a cyber security technology. And we're going to need it desperately. Cern Basher, CFA, breaks down why AI agents will choose Bitcoin, the Tesla robotaxi economics, the SpaceX–xAI mega-merger, and why Strategy might be the world's largest digital security company. Full Description: How do you constrain trillions of AI agents roaming the internet? Not with passwords and code — AI will hack all of that. You do it with physics. You do it with Bitcoin. In Part 2 of my conversation with Cern Basher — CFA charterholder, CIO of Brilliant Advice, and one of the sharpest analysts at the intersection of AI, Bitcoin, and macroeconomics — we go deep on Jason Lowery's classified Softwar thesis and why the US Department of Defence placed it under security review. Cern explains why Bitcoin is actually a cyber security protocol hiding in plain sight, disguised by the word "coin" in its name — just like gunpowder was disguised as medicine for years before engineers figured out what it really was. We also break down the deflationary tsunami hitting every industry — SaaS companies losing billions in market cap overnight, Salesforce and the consulting industry being hollowed out by AI agents, and why deflation is actually something we should celebrate, not fear. We already lived through it with the iPhone and we loved it. Cern shares his brilliant analogy for why Tesla is massively undervalued — a kid running a lemonade stand who's secretly training to become a surgeon, but Wall Street only sees the lemonade. We get into whether SpaceX and Tesla will merge, the economics of putting AI data centres in space, manufacturing pharmaceuticals in zero gravity, and the incredible opportunity for any individual to own a small fleet of robotaxis and replace their income. For New Zealand, this is a call to action. Be first. Be forward-thinking. Or watch other countries leapfrog us. In this episode we discuss: Bitcoin as a cyber security technology, not just money — and why that's even more valuable Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis — proof of work as digital defence Why AI agents unanimously choose Bitcoin for transactions The gunpowder analogy — Bitcoin's real use case is hiding in plain sight Google's centralised censorship of health and supplement companies OpenClaw and the Pandora's box of billions of AI agents SaaS is cooked — Salesforce, consulting, and legal getting hollowed out Deflation is good — the iPhone proved it and we all benefited The ice cutter disruption story — this is nothing new The K-shaped economy — will abundance lift the bottom 50%? Universal high income and making goods freely available like water Strategy (MicroStrategy) as the world's largest digital security company Tesla undervalued — the lemonade stand to surgeon analogy Will SpaceX and Tesla merge? Pros, cons, and what Cern is hearing AI data centres in space, pharma in zero gravity, and Starship economics Owning your own robotaxi fleet — replacing your income New Zealand's opportunity to leapfrog the world Links mentioned: Cern Basher on X: https://x.com/CernBasher Brilliant Advice: https://www.brilliantadvice.net Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis (MIT): https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/153030 Cern's GDP & Dematerialisation post: https://x.com/CernBasher/status/1913993658572984440 Part 1 of this episode: https://youtu.be/eh0hKibH6Zs

Conflicting reports have circulated in recent days about Iranian Kurdish groups possibly being armed by the US to launch a ground offensive in Iran. Many of these factions have long been exiled to the Kurdistan region of Iraq near Iran's north-western border and have felt oppressed by the regime. The US-Israeli war has already killed many of Tehran's top political and military leaders, presenting the opposition Kurdish groups with a window of opportunity, if they do decide to take action. But the question is, would Washington back them and with what guarantees? Defence secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington's objectives are not centred on arming any particular group. But President Donald Trump said a Kurdish ground offensive would be “wonderful” without confirming whether or not the US would support it. In this episode of Beyond the Headlines, guest host Ban Barkawi looks at the possibility and risks of Iranian Kurds entering the conflict. We hear from The National's correspondent Lizzie Porter and HA Hellyer, Senior Associate Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute for Defence and Security Studies.

The US Defense Secretary has said that fire power over Iran is about to surge dramatically. Pete Hegseth was speaking at a joint press conference with the head US Central Command, as Operation Epic Fury heads into its seventh day. Admiral Brad Cooper said US combat power is building. Its bomber force has struck nearly 200 targets, including ballistic missile launchers deep inside of Iran. Dr John Battersby, a Senior Fellow at Massey University's Centre for Defence and Security Studies spoke to Lisa Owen.

Jeremy Kyle reacts to Sir Keir Starmer facing mounting criticism after reports that President Donald Trump has excluded Britain from key diplomatic discussions on the escalating Iran crisis. With tensions rising across the Middle East, Jeremy asks whether the UK–US “special relationship” is weakening and what it means for Britain's global influence.Jeremy is joined by former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and General Sir Nick Parker, former Commander-in-Chief of UK Land Forces, to assess the military reality behind the headlines. As conflict intensifies and allies ramp up their deployments, they warn Britain's armed forces face growing questions over funding, readiness and whether the UK still has the credible deterrent needed in a more dangerous world.The programme also tackles a major political row over proposals to offer migrants up to £40,000 to leave the UK and return to their home countries. Jeremy speaks to Zia Yusuf, Reform UK's Shadow Home Secretary, as critics say the plan could be costly and open to abuse, while supporters argue it could reduce pressure on the asylum system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello EICrooks and criminals!This week on the podcast we start by discussing the Industry finale- what did we think and what are we hoping for from its upcoming final season?Then we turn to global politics as influencers in Dubai chronicle missile strikes. Are crying videos from luxury apartments the ultimate in Western obliviousness or are we being too harsh? Plus: is OpenAI's sinister new deal with the U.S. Department of Defence enough to get people to #QuitGPT?In Hollywood news: Who cloned Jim Carrey? What's the story, where did these rumours come from and what does it say about our collective brain power that people are asking if it's true?We also discuss the audacity of 49-year old cinema-legend and generational hottie Maggie Gyllenhaal to visibly age. How have we gotten to a place in the culture where a woman NOT getting a $200K face-lift is the more controversial choice?Plus Beth and Oenone have some choice words for SNL.Thank you so much to Cue podcasts for the edit.We hope you enjoy! B, O, R xOenone's been loving The Bride and Small Prophets.Beth's been loving We Might Regret This & Shrill with a special mention to Detectorists.BBC iPlayer - Industry Substack - Empty Ambition by Brendon HolderThe Watch - Konrad Kay & Mickey DownGOV.UK - United Arab EmiratesThe Rest Is Entertainment - Dubai Influencers vs IranThe Guardian - Quit ChatGPT: right now!Cracked - Jim Carrey's Publicist Finally Addresses The Clone RumorsFastcompany - What to know about the 'everyone is 12' theorySubstack - Ah shit! We let pedophiles decide our beauty standards by Jameela JamilMamamia - Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jim Carrey, and the ageing conversation we're too afraid to have.Oenone's Substack - Carrie, Bridget & meThe Guardian - I was at the Baftas - and while hearing the N-word was unsettling, all anger should be aimed at the BBCBBC - SNL criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketchNetflix - I Swear (airing in the UK from Tuesday 10th March)The News Agents podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dopo il no al Pentagono all'uso della sua Intelligenza Artificiale a scopi militari Anthropic ha registrato un boom della sua app Claude negli store digitali, Play Store e App Store, superando ChatGPT (sui nuovi download). Ma, aldilà del trend, cosa ci dicono i numeri sui veri equilibri fra i due player? Ne parliamo con Vincenzo Cosenza, esperto di innovazione.Con Gianfranco Giardina, direttore di Dday.it parliamo dell'innovativo Privacy Display di Samsung, del nuovo MacBook Neo lanciato da Apple e del supporto annunciato da Motorola a GrapheneOS, un sistema operativo per dispositivi Android che punta su privacy e sicurezza.Da tempo le tensioni geopolitiche globali hanno riportato la Difesa al centro dell'agenda dei governi e anche il capitale di rischio si accorda a questo trend con una crescita delle startup e degli investimenti nel Defence Tech, come racconta Raffaele Mauro, cofondatore di Primo Space, fondo di venture capital focalizzato sulla tecnologia avanzata e sull'economia spaziale.E come sempre in Digital News le notizie di innovazione e tecnologia più importanti della settimana.

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Historian and American monarchist Charles Coulombe joins Damian Thompson to make the case for traditional monarchies. He argues that monarchs are unjustly cast as tyrants, when they should be seen as defenders of tradition – especially in an era of secular western politicians who seem to hate the countries they serve. Charles even goes further to suggest such type of rule is ‘natural'. But how can popular support for monarchies survive in the modern age? Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bath boss Johann van Graan joins the BRP for a mid season check in. The boys talk PRC, squad management and some incomings and outgoings from Farleigh. bathrugbyplug@gmail.com for t-shirts #ThickandThin

The US and Israel strike targets across Iran for a third day. The American Secretary of Defence, Pete Hegseth, says Washington's objectives won't be achieved "overnight" - but promised conflict with Iran would not lead to an "endless war". The violence has now spread across the region, as Iran launches its own attacks on several Gulf states. The Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, based in Lebanon, exchanges strikes with Israel. Israel's President, Isaac Herzog, tells us that the future of the Middle East hinges on Iran losing the war. And our chief international correspondent, Lyse Doucet, reflects on what might come next. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

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Thomas Byrne, Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, advises Irish citizens currently in the Gulf and Middle East.

Apple is kicking off a 3‑day product launch event with at least five new devices rumoured, including the iPhone 17 E, new iPads, and MacBooks with M4 and M5 chips. Steven Scott and Shaun Preece break down what this means for blind and visually impaired users, plus the latest in AI, accessibility, and tech news from Sonos, Mobile World Congress, and beyond. This lively episode of Double Tap dives into Apple's 3‑day event running 2–4 March, with speculation around an affordable MacBook, iPhone 17 E, and next‑gen iPads. Steven and Shaun share personal experiences with old and new Apple gear, including an 18‑year‑old MacBook still running Snow Leopard and performing surprisingly well with VoiceOver. The discussion expands to AI ethics, including Be My Eyes' new partnership with Meta to enhance inclusive AI training, and OpenAI's controversial deal with the US Department of Defence. The hosts also explore the flood of AI‑generated disinformation on X during recent global events. Other highlights include accessibility updates for Twitch and WhatsApp via new scripts and add‑ons, the rise of modular laptops at Mobile World Congress, and a nostalgic detour into CD ripping, 3D printing for blind users, and the enduring value of accessible tech tools. Call to Action Support accessible tech conversations!

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What happens when AI makes intelligence essentially free — and unlimited energy plus humanoid robots make physical labour free too? The economic models we've built our entire civilisation on stop working. In this episode I sit down with Cern Basher — a CFA charterholder, CIO of Brilliant Advice, and one of the sharpest minds at the intersection of AI, Bitcoin, and macroeconomics. Originally from New Zealand, Cern has built a massive following for his work connecting the dots between exponential technology and the future of money. We go deep on his thesis that AI and Bitcoin are two sides of the same coin — AI collapses the cost of intelligence (deflationary), and Bitcoin provides a monetary system that can't be inflated away. We explore Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis (which the US Department of Defence placed under security review), why AI agents will naturally adopt Bitcoin for autonomous transactions, and Cern's provocative argument that infinite output multiplied by zero price equals zero GDP — making our most fundamental economic metric meaningless. If you've ever wondered what the economy actually looks like when abundance replaces scarcity, this is the conversation. In this episode we discuss: Why AI and Bitcoin are "two sides of the same coin" Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis and why the DoD took notice How AI is already contributing more to US GDP growth than consumer spending Why AI agents need Bitcoin — permissionless, no KYC, no intermediaries Cern's "death of GDP" thesis — infinite supply × zero price = zero GDP The dematerialisation of physical products (cameras, maps, books, money) What this means for New Zealand and small economies How abundance economics breaks traditional supply and demand Links mentioned: Cern Basher on X: https://x.com/CernBasher Brilliant Advice: https://www.brilliantadvice.net Cern's GDP post: https://x.com/CernBasher/status/1913993658572984440 Jason Lowery's Softwar thesis: https://dspace.mit.edu/handle/1721.1/153030

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Day 1,460.Today, reporting live from Ukraine on the eve of the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, we cover fresh bombardments on both Ukrainian and Russian territory, the investigation into an explosive device that killed a police officer in Lviv and injured dozens more, and President Zelensky's claims that Ukrainian forces have liberated 300 square kilometres in southern Ukraine – and that the Third World War has “already begun.” Plus, we hear reflections from our Europe Editor, and our Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator, who was inside No 10 Downing Street when Vladimir Putin launched the invasion in February 2022, on the calculations made in London at the outset of Russia's war in Ukraine.ContributorsFrancis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.James Crisp (Europe Editor). @JamesCrisp6 on X.David Blair (Chief Foreign Correspondent). @davidblairdt on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjzon X.NOW AVAILABLE IN VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatest CONTENT REFERENCED:Zelensky accuses Putin of starting World War Three (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/02/23/zelensky-putin-russia-ukraine-world-war-three/Russia kills Ukrainian civilians as anniversary of invasion approaches (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/22/russia-strikes-kyiv-with-ballistic-missiles/ Ukraine strikes long-range missile plant 1,400km behind Russian lines (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/21/ukraine-strikes-long-range-missile-factory-russia/ Ukrainian held after bombs kill policewoman, 23, in Lviv (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/22/ukrainian-woman-arrest-lviv-kremlin-terror-attacks/ Healey: I want to send British troops to Ukraine (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/politics/2026/02/21/healey-i-want-to-send-british-troops-to-ukraine/ WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:Our weekly newsletter includes maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons, answers your questions, provides recommended reading, and gives exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights.. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers. Join here – http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter EMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk . We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many on air and in our newsletter as possible.Subscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, amid reports that Russian forces' loss of Starlink is reducing the intensity of drone attacks along the frontline, we examine claims that Russian commanders are charging soldiers up to £30,000 to avoid deployment to the most dangerous sectors. We then bring you the latest from the first meeting of Donald Trump's so-called “Board of Peace”, and finally hear the view from Belarus as Putin seeks to place more nuclear missiles there.ContributorsDominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Rozina Sabur (National Security Editor). @RozinaSaburon X.With thanks to Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEW YOUTUBE CHANNEL – WATCH EVERY EPISODE WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:From next week, every episode will be available on our YouTube channel. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatestCONTENT REFERENCED:US presses NATO for major reset, ending mission in Iraq (The Telegraph):https://www.politico.eu/article/us-presses-nato-reset-cut-foreign-missions-allies-peacekeeping-iraq-kosovo/Russian commanders demand £30k to spare soldiers from front line (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2026/02/19/russian-commanders-demand-30k-spare-soldiers-front-line/Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says (BBC):https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce8w266769go Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK is considering significant increases to its military spending, to three per cent of the public national income within the next three years. The prime minister, Keir Starmer, made the announcement at the Munich Security Conference at the weekend. This would mean additional spending of up to $19bn a year. Also: Supporters of the late Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, have laid flowers at his grave in Moscow while five European countries say they have evidence that Russia poisoned Mr Navalny with a rare toxin linked to the poison dart frog. And why the former US president Barack Obama thinks that aliens exist.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk