Vaughn Cockayne

Chinese EV maker BYD to launch Tesla-style self-driving mode

Tesla's main competitor in the Far East is launching its own assisted-driver system.

February 11, 2025

U.N. food aid worker dies in Yemen while held captive by Houthis

A U.N. World Food Program employee has died in Yemen while being held captive by Houthi rebel forces, the organization announced this week.

February 11, 2025

U.N.: Short-range drones most dangerous weapon for civilians in Russia-Ukraine war

Short-range drone strikes were responsible for the most civilian casualties in the Russia-Ukraine war last month.

February 11, 2025

Retired Navy captain says DOGE disruptions could improve efficiency, security

As Elon Musk's unofficial Department of Government Efficiency shakes up U.S. regulatory bodies and foreign aid organizations, one national security expert says the organization's efforts to streamline operations could make the U.S. safer and more effective.

February 7, 2025

Missile Defense Agency awards Lockheed Martin $2.8 billion for THAAD defense systems

The U.S. Missile Defense Agency on Thursday awarded Lockheed Martin a $2.8 billion contract to develop more Terminal High Altitude Area Defense defensive weapon systems.

February 7, 2025

Iran launches its first drone-carrier warship

Iran on Thursday unveiled the Shahid Bagheri, the nation's first drone-carrier warship.

February 6, 2025

Foreign policy expert urges U.S. not to give up on global assistance programs

As President Trump remakes U.S. foreign policy, some in the industry hope any funding freeze won't permanently hurt the nation's ability to sponsor democracy abroad.

February 6, 2025

Tesla sales sharply decline in Germany, as Musk delves deeper into national politics

Tesla saw a steep decline in sales in Germany last month, as CEO Elon Musk deepened his involvement in the country's politics ahead of its national elections.

February 6, 2025

What can criminals do with 100,000 eggs?

The sheer size of a massive egg heist -- the eggs were worth $40,000 and were stolen from the back of a distribution trailer at an egg supply depot in Greencastle, Pennsylvania -- is raising questions about how the thieves will be able to unload that many eggs.

February 5, 2025

Tesla offers insurance discount to drivers who use Full Self-Driving feature

Electric vehicle giant Tesla is offering discounts on auto insurance to customers who use the company's Full Self-Driving feature.

February 5, 2025

Air Force conducts first F-16 flight using anti-electronic warfare Viper Shield

The Air Force conducted its first flight with L3Harris' Viper Shield this week, bringing advanced anti-electronic warfare technology to F-16 fighter jets.

February 5, 2025

Iran tests Russian-made missile defense system

Iran successfully tested a Russian-made long-range air defense system Wednesday, amid speculation on the nation's defensive capabilities following Israel's strike in October.

February 5, 2025

Australia bans China’s DeepSeek AI app on federal devices

Australia on Tuesday issued an order restricting the use of China's DeepSeek generative artificial intelligence app on government devices.

February 4, 2025

Colorado Democrat furious over reports ICE is using Space Force base to deport migrants

Rep. Jason Crow of Colorado has expressed outrage that Immigration and Customs Enforcement is using the Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora to deport illegal immigrants.

February 4, 2025

Ontario premier halts retaliatory measures after Trump tariff pause

Ontario Premier Doug Ford said his province would pause its retaliatory measures this week after U.S. President Trump announced a 30-day pause on his planned tariffs targeting Canada.

February 4, 2025

Pentagon ends free abortion for service members

The Pentagon on Thursday revoked its abortion access policy, curtailing the use of taxpayer dollars to fund abortions for service members.

January 31, 2025

Swedish officials outraged after the killing of anti-Islam activist

Swedish authorities are investigating the apparent slaying of an Iraqi anti-Islam activist known for burning the Quran and said the killing could have connections to another country.

January 31, 2025

Sweden to provide another $1.2 billion in military aid to Ukraine

Sweden will provide Ukraine with an additional $1.2 billion in weapons and equipment funding for its war with Russia, bringing the Scandinavian country's total contribution to $5.6 billion.

January 31, 2025

Panama’s president rules out canal discussion with Rubio during upcoming visit

Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said he will not discuss control of the Panama Canal with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio during his upcoming visit.

January 31, 2025

Trump must engage the Chinese on AI, semiconductor production, top analyst says

As China's DeepSeek artificial intelligence app stunned both the stock market and the tech world this week, President Trump faces tough new questions over how the U.S. will compete with Beijing in the booming fields of AI and semiconductor production.

January 30, 2025