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☆ MQ-9 Reaper drone equipped with new EW pod that makes it a 'black hole' that can 'disappear off of enemy radar,' top Marine general says
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-08 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The US Marine Corps has equipped its MQ-9 Reaper drones with a new electronic warfare pod. The pod "can mimic things that are sent to it," Marine Corps Commandant Gen. Eric Smith said. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe US Marine Corps has equipped its MQ-9 Reaper drones with a new electronic warfare pod that can "mimic" signals to help hide them from enemy sensors, a top US Marine Corps general has said, The War Zone reported.

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☆ Russian forces appear to be making crude artillery guns by pulling the main armaments off of old BMP armored fighting vehicles
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-07 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Read previewRussian forces appear to be fashioning improvised artillery guns from the main armaments of old BMP-1 armored fighting vehicles. Another video shows a group of soldiers towing the improvised gun into position. And while the improvised 2A28 artillery gun may act as a temporary fix for dwindling supplies, it is highly likely to be inaccurate. Related storiesOne video shows the device, which is designed to be fired from a stable armored turret, jumping off of the ground as each shot is fired. In March, videos appeared to show Russian troops using vulnerable golf cart-style vehicles to transport infantry to the frontline.

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☆ Ukraine says it fooled Russia into striking fake planes and air defense systems with Iskander-M ballistic missiles
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-07 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Ukraine says Russian forces were fooled into striking dummy models of military targets. Air force commander Mykola Oleshchuk said that Russia attacked the models with Iskander-M missiles. The Iskander-M is a short-range ballistic missile with a range of up to 500 km (around 310 miles). download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementUkrainian forces say they duped Russia into striking dummy models of aircraft and air defense systems with Iskander-M missiles.

Persons: Mykola Oleshchuk, — Organizations: Service, Business Locations: Ukraine, Russian, Russia, Kryvyi, Odesa

☆ Open criticism of Hamas is building in Gaza as Israel's deadly offensive rages on: 'May God curse them'
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-07 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Gazans are becoming increasingly critical of Hamas as Israel's military campaign rages on. Israel has launched air strikes and a ground offensive on Gaza following Hamas' October 7 attacks. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementGazans are growing increasingly critical of Hamas as Israel's deadly military campaign in the Gaza Strip continues. Public criticism of Hamas — which took full control of Gaza in 2007 after ousting its rival political party, Fatah — had been relatively rare before the Gaza war.

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☆ Biden under fire for appearing unsure whether he has watched his disastrous debate performance
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-06 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

President Biden is facing criticism after appearing unsure whether he watched his debate performance back. His comments came during an interview with ABC News' George Stephanopoulos on Friday. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementPresident Joe Biden is coming under fire on social media after appearing unsure whether he watched his disastrous debate performance with Donald Trump back. During a highly anticipated ABC News interview on Friday, George Stephanopoulos asked Biden: "Did you ever watch the debate afterwards?"

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☆ North Koreans have a new fashion accessory — Kim Jong Un lapel pins. Here's what they mean for the supreme leader's legacy.
▼ + stars: | 2024-07-06 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewNorth Korean officials have been spotted wearing lapel pins featuring the image of the country's supreme leader, Kim Jong Un. A pin on a North Korean state cameraman showing Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il. While Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il have been immortalized by national holidays marking their birthdays, statues, and portraits across North Korea, relatively few images featuring Kim Jong Un have been found in public since he came to power in 2011. North Korea, Kim, and PutinNorth Korea was founded in 1948 under Kim Il Sung as the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. In recent years, the country's current leader, Kim Jong Un, has sought to develop increasingly strong ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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☆ Meet NATO's next chief, the 'Trump whisperer' and fierce critic of Vladimir Putin
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-30 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewNATO has selected outgoing Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as its next Secretary-General. Rutte, a fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, will take over from Jens Stoltenberg on October 1, ending the latter's decadelong run at the helm of the alliance. Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte.

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☆ Israel has never been impressed with its version of the $1 billion Patriot air defense system. Now it could offload up to 8 to Ukraine.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-29 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

It would be a welcome moment for Ukraine, which has long coveted more of the $1 billion US-manufactured Patriot systems. "Israel's Patriots would greatly expand Ukraine's air defense capacity at a time when it is sorely needed," John Hardie, the Deputy Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies Russia Program, said. Zelenskyy's Patriot pleasUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has never been shy about his desire to get his hands on more Patriot systems. AdvertisementIn April, Zelenskyy told NATO members that Ukraine needed at least seven Patriot or other advanced air defense systems to defend against Russian attacks. The Patriot air defense systemA 2023 report by the Congressional Research Service describes the Patriot system as an "integral component of U.S. air and missile defense."

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☆ The US has sent at least 14,000 of its massive, highly destructive 2,000-pound bombs to Israel since October 7, report says
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-29 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

download the appSign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read previewThe US has shipped at least 14,000 MK-84 2,000-pound bombs to Israel since the start of the war in Gaza in October, Reuters reported, citing two US officials briefed on an updated list of shipments. US support for IsraelThe US has also shipped 6,500 500-pound bombs, 3,000 Hellfire missiles, and other munitions to Israel since October 7, the two officials told Reuters. Domestically, Biden's support for Israel has become a contentious issue, particularly among young voters. AdvertisementBusiness Insider reported in May that Biden's reelection campaign was struggling to shore up support among those critical of his support for Israel.

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☆ France's army chief says small drones will lose their battlefield advantage. But Ukraine likely won't be changing tack anytime soon.
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-29 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewSmall aerial drones have dominated the battlefield in Ukraine, but according to French Army Chief of Staff Gen. Pierre Schill, they could soon lose their combat advantage. "The life of impunity of small, very simple drones over the battlefield is a snapshot in time," Schill said. ADRIAN DENNIS/ Getty ImagesThe use of drones will likely fluctuateFormer British Army officer Christopher Lincoln-Jones told Business Insider that the use of small drones in warfare would likely "ebb and flow." Greg Bagwell, the UK Royal Air Force's former Deputy Commander, told BI "there is some truth" to Schill's comments about the future of small drones in battle. Both sides are also pumping money into developing AI-powered drones that can bypass electronic warfare systems.

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☆ Trump says he proposed a 'migrant league of fighters' to UFC head Dana White: 'It's not the worst idea I've ever had'
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-23 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Donald Trump said he proposed a "migrant league of fighters" to UFC president Dana White. Trump shared his idea at the Faith and Freedom Coalition's conference in Washington. "It was a joke," Dana White said. AdvertisementDonald Trump told an audience on Saturday that he had pitched a "migrant league of fighters" to the head of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), Dana White. "Did anyone ever hear of Dana White?"

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☆ Video shows wounded Palestinian man strapped to Israeli military jeep as IDF says soldiers violated protocol
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-23 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

The Israel Defense Forces strapped a wounded Palestinian man to a jeep during a raid. The UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories said it was "human shielding in action." AdvertisementThe Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said some of its soldiers violated protocol by strapping a wounded Palestinian man to the front of a military jeep, Reuters reported. "The conduct of the forces in the video of the incident does not conform to the values of the IDF. AdvertisementFrancesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, said the incident was "human shielding in action."

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☆ Russia launches 'massive' attack on Ukraine's power grid, the 8th in just 3 months, Ukraine's energy ministry says
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-22 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Russia launched a "massive" attack on Ukraine's power grid overnight. This latest attack marks the eighth since March, Ukraine's energy ministry said. AdvertisementRussia launched a "massive" attack on Ukraine's power grid overnight as it continues to target the country's energy infrastructure, Ukraine's energy ministry announced on Telegram. The latest attack marks the eighth time Russian forces have targeted Ukraine's power grid since March, the ministry added. Ukraine's air force said Russia launched 16 missiles and 13 drones in the attack, which targeted a number of different regions.

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☆ Seine River in Paris still too polluted for Olympic events as opening ceremony looms
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-22 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The Seine River is too polluted for swimming events at the Paris Olympics, city officials said. Paris invested $1.5 billion to clean the Seine, but heavy rainfall increased pollution levels. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementDespite a massive cleanup effort, Paris' Seine River remains too polluted to host swimming events for the upcoming Olympic Games, city officials have said. "Samples from the Seine do not meet the standards we will have this summer," Paris region official Marc Guillaume added on Friday.

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☆ Israeli special forces disguised themselves as displaced Gazans to infiltrate a refugee camp and rescue 4 hostages, reports say
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-12 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Israeli special forces rescued four hostages in Gaza by posing as displaced Gazans, reports said. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIsraeli special forces liberated four hostages held by militants in Gaza by disguising themselves as displaced Palestinians, reports said. Two Israeli security sources confirmed to ABC News that Israeli soldiers posed as refugees from Rafah to carry out the rescue mission on Saturday. According to residents interviewed by the Saudi Arabian-owned Asharq news channel, male and female Israeli soldiers impersonated Palestinian refugees from Rafah to infiltrate the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, per The Times of Israel.

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☆ Mother says $15,000 family cruise was canceled after she posted booking details on Facebook
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-12 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A Kentucky woman said her family's cruise was canceled after they fell victim to identity theft. Banks and her family spent a year planning a trip on the Carnival Celebration ship. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementA Kentucky mother said her family's booking on a cruise was canceled just 48 hours before the ship was due to set sail after they fell victim to identity theft. Tiffany Banks, her husband, and their children had spent a year planning their trip on the Carnival Celebration ship, which Carnival Cruise Line operates.

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☆ Israel to join Russia and Hamas on the UN's global list tracking the violation of children's rights in armed conflicts
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-09 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

The United Nations will add Israel to its global list for violating children's rights. The decision precedes the UN's annual report submission to the Security Council this week. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe United Nations is set to include Israel and Hamas on its global list of entities accused of violating children's rights and protections. The announcement comes ahead of the UN's annual report submission to the Security Council next week when the UN Secretary-General António Guterres will add Israel and Hamas the annual global list of countries and groups violating children's rights in armed conflicts.

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☆ A movie about a retired Israeli general who rescued his family on October 7, likened to Liam Neeson's character in 'Taken,' is planned
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-09 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Leviathan Productions enlists "Fauda" creators for "October 7th" film on Noam Tibon's rescue. The film covers Noam Tibon's daring rescue during Hamas' attack on Tibon's family's kibbutz. Noam Tibon, armed only with a handgun, saved his family and others, gaining global attention. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy .

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☆ Israel's special forces hostage rescue was aided by US intelligence, report says
▼ + stars: | 2024-06-09 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Israel's June 8 hostage rescue was aided by US intelligence, The New York Times reported. US specialists provided key intelligence and logistic support to Israel's military. The operation that freed four hostages caused over 200 Palestinian casualties, Gaza officials said. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementIsrael's rescue operation that freed four hostages on June 8 was supported by intelligence from US sources, The New York Times reports.

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☆ Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman says he will back Trump, citing concerns over rise in antisemitism
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-27 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Steve Schwarzman has endorsed Donald Trump's reelection bid. Schwarzman cited concerns over antisemitism and the "direction" of the country. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementThe CEO of Blackstone, Steve Schwarzman, has said he will back Donald Trump's reelection bid, citing concerns over "the dramatic rise of antisemitism" and the "direction" of the country. In a statement to Axios, Schwarzman said: "The dramatic rise of antisemitism has led me to focus on the consequences of upcoming elections with greater urgency."

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☆ 6 NATO countries are planning to build a 'drone wall' to defend themselves against Russia, reports say
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-27 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Six NATO countries are planning a "drone wall" to defend against Russia. Finland, Norway, Poland, and the Baltic states want to prevent smuggling and Russian provocations. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementSix NATO countries are joining forces to create a "drone wall" to defend themselves against Russia, AFP news agency reported. Over the weekend, ministers from Finland, Norway, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania convened to discuss a coordinated system to help defend against Russian provocations and smuggling attempts, per the Financial Times.

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☆ A tech company that posted a 'whites only' job ad was ordered to pay $7.5K and give staff better training
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-27 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The DOJ secured the agreements with Arthur Grand Technologies Inc., an information technology services firm, earlier this month. The job ad said it was after "only US-born citizens [white] who are local within 60 miles from Dallas, TX." Arthur Grand apologized and said that an employee added discriminatory language to the listing and published it without authorization. AdvertisementAs part of its settlement with the Justice Department, Arthur Grand will pay the US Treasury a civil penalty of $7,500 and implement comprehensive training for its staff on INA compliance. Last month, Business Insider reported on a study that showed CVs with Black-sounding names are less likely to get callbacks.

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☆ Palm Beach housekeepers are raking in $150,000 salaries as the rich flock to Florida, report says
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-25 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Some housekeepers in parts of Florida are earning $150,000 salaries, CNBC reported. Real-estate prices in the Sunshine State have surged as millionaires flock to the area. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementExperienced housekeepers in parts of Florida are enjoying huge salaries of between $120,000 to $150,000, CNBC reported. Demand for such positions has surged in areas like Palm Beach as the rich continue to flock to Florida from high-tax states such as New York.

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☆ Ukraine Destroys Russian Minesweeper in Black Sea, Ministry Celebrates
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Ukraine says it has destroyed a Russian minesweeper in the Black Sea. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine celebrated the loss of the Kovrovets minesweeper on X.Ukraine claims to have destroyed or disabled a third of Russian ships in the Black Sea during the war. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . AdvertisementUkrainian forces destroyed Russia's Kovrovets sea minesweeper, the Ukrainian Navy reported on Telegram. "The Naval Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, together with their comrades, continue to bring us closer to victory," the Ukrainian Navy wrote on its Telegram channel.

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☆ Trump sought $1 billion from oil execs for his 2024 campaign in a deal worth $110 billion to energy giants, reports say
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-19 | by ( Rebecca Rommen | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Trump is alleged to have sought $1 billion from oil executives at Mar-a-Lago for his 2024 campaign. Oil companies risk losing $110 billion in tax breaks if Biden's budget is enacted, said The Guardian. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

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