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UK Treasury omits defence from National Wealth Fund priority sectors
Decision comes even as government joins other European countries in seeking to raise military spendingFinancial Times - 5h -
Sweden is 'no longer a country that cannot be trusted'
Sweden and Finland's defence sectors are benefiting from their countries joining Nato.BBC News - Mar. 6 -
How Europe can take up America’s mantle
The continent is an economic superpower but it now has to mobilise in defence of democracyFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
EU to exclude US, UK and Turkey from €150bn rearmament fund
Victory for France-backed ‘Buy European’ approach to defence spendingFinancial Times - 7h -
Japan seeks tariff reprieve after Trump questions long-standing defence pact
Trade minister to pitch ‘win-win’ solutions in Washington as deadline looms for steel and aluminium dutiesFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Al Harbi: Ideal Cancelo alternative ensuring Al Hilal RSL defence doesn't miss beat
Losing Saud Abdulhamid was always going to constitute a hefty blow for Al Hilal, such was the presence and performance of the now AS Roma defender during the past few seasons. The marauding ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Countries must bolster climate efforts or risk war, Cop30 chief executive warns
Ana Toni also criticises the UK’s plans to slash overseas aid to fund defence spending. Countries looking to boost their national security through rearmament or increased defence spending must also ...The Guardian - 1d -
'Deli Boys' aims to flip the script on the stories of guys behind the counter
The stars of Hulu's new crime comedy, Saagar Shaikh and Asif Ali, joined series creator Abdullah Saeed to discuss how their show breaks assumptions about South Asians.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6 -
Panama releases detained deportees from U.S. after human rights criticism
The deportees, largely from Asian countries, were part of a deal struck between the Trump administration and Panama and Costa Rica last month as the U.S. government attempts to speed up deportations.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
Most AAPI adults oppose eliminating federal agencies: Survey
A majority of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) and Native Hawaiians disapprove of eliminating federal agencies and mass layoffs of federal workers, according to a poll. Nearly 60 ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
Over 50 universities face federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaign
More than 50 universities are being investigated for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs his officials say ...ABC News - 5d -
Rodrigo Duterte appears at ICC hearing in The Hague by video link
Allegations of crimes against humanity laid out against former Philippines president over his deadly ‘war on drugs’. Rodrigo Duterte has become the first Asian former leader to appear before the ...The Guardian - 5d -
Bangladesh security officials arrest commander of Rohingya armed group
Security officials in Bangladesh arrested the leader of a Rohingya insurgent group on charges of illegal entry, sabotage and terrorist activities in the South Asian nation, where there are more ...ABC News - 13h -
🌏 Watch this week's AFC World Cup qualifiers LIVE on OneFootball 📺
Qualification for the 2026 World Cup continues this week, with a host of mouthwatering clashes coming our way from the Asian Football Confederation.Once again, users in the United States, Canada, ...Yahoo Sports - 8h -
Swamp Notes: Trump’s transatlantic divorce
Europe is learning to live without a US defence assurance. Could the split bring new life to the continent?Financial Times - Mar. 8 -
France and Germany clash over ‘buy EU’ weapons
Berlin says new €150bn funding for defence industry should be open to non-EU partners, but Paris disagreesFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
Can Germany spend its way out of industrial decline?
Chancellor-to-be Friedrich Merz wants to expand investment in defence and infrastructure. The race to re-arm could be a much-needed boost for manufacturingFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
Can the US switch off Europe’s weapons?
Long hooked on American defence exports, allies feel buyers’ remorse over hardware dependent on Washington supportFinancial Times - Mar. 9 -
Lawyer probing Reform UK row contradicts MP Lowe
Comments attributed to the senior lawyer by the Great Yarmouth MP in his defence have been denied by her.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Germany’s Greens vow to block Merz’s flagship spending package
Party officials reject €500bn infrastructure fund plan and change to debt borrowing rules to fund defence spendingFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
Keir Starmer defends planned welfare cuts to anxious Labour MPs
Prime minister wants to reform disability benefit payments to help fund greater spending on defenceFinancial Times - Mar. 10 -
High rate of army dropouts pushes German forces to ‘breaking point’
Bundeswehr numbers are shrinking at a time when Berlin is pledging to do more for European defenceFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Sweden to expand arms and space capabilities without US
Stockholm still values co-operation with Washington but backs stronger European pillar of Nato, defence minister saysFinancial Times - Mar. 12 -
Industrial strategy turns from green to battleship grey
Trump’s hard line on Ukraine and Nato poses difficult choices for the UK’s defence industryFinancial Times - 6d -
BAE in early talks with Japanese groups to collaborate on drones for fighter jets
Smaller pilotless planes could be used to suppress defences before combat aircraft enter danger zonesFinancial Times - 6d -
WBO orders champion Usyk to face Parker next
World heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk is ordered by the WBO to begin negotiations with Joseph Parker for a mandatory title defence.BBC News - 6d -
Germany’s Merz agrees spending deal with Greens
Agreement paves way for flagship defence and infrastructure package to be adopted by parliament next weekFinancial Times - 5d -
First Druze crossing in 50 years as Israel courts allies in Syria
Its overtures towards the Druze is part of strengthening its defences against Syria's new leaders.BBC News - 5d -
The costly end of Europe’s ‘peace dividend’
Defence spending at 3.5% of GDP would have cost EU an extra $387bn a year since finish of cold warFinancial Times - 2d -
Carney plays down prospect of major confrontation between Canada and US
New Canadian prime minister cites Nato’s mutual defence doctrine during visit to LondonFinancial Times - 1d -
The US establishment is scared of its own shadow
Fear and muddled thinking are stopping Trump’s opponents from acting in defence of a democracy in perilFinancial Times - 1d -
Germany’s parliament approves Merz’s €1tn spending plan
Chancellor-in-waiting uses outgoing Bundestag to loosen debt brake and unleash investments in defence and infrastructureFinancial Times - 1d -
Ronaldo, Duran send Al Nassr to ACL quarterfinals
Al Nassr's Jhon Duran scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo netted a penalty as the Saudi Pro League side booked a place in the Asian Champions League Elite last eight on Monday with a 3-0 win over ...ESPN - Mar. 11 -
Ukraine war briefing: Airstrikes on Kyiv; Zelenskyy promises ‘fully constructive’ talks in Saudi Arabia
Air defences engaged in repelling Russian attack on Ukrainian capital; Zelenskyy says ‘significant’ part of talks in Saudi Arabia will concern security guarantees Continue reading...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Dodds happy with Wycombe defensive resilience
Wycombe boss Mike Dodds praises his defence for standing up to a Rotherham "bombardment" after they regain second spot in League One.Yahoo Sports - 9h -
Real Madrid starlet reacts to maiden national team call-up – ‘Going to enjoy it’
Raul Asencio has steadily established himself as a reliable presence in Real Madrid’s defence, making a strong impression with his performances in both La Liga and the Champions League. His consist...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Real Madrid add Premier League duo to 2025 defensive transfer shortlist
Defence is the main target to improve this summer for Carlo Ancelotti.The Los Blancos boss is facing key decisions over his back line as injuries continue to be a concern in Madrid.Antonio Rudiger ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Italy 17-22 Ireland: Six Nations 2025 – live reaction
Champions get scrappy win at Stadio Olimpico Get in touch: you can mail Alex with your comments 1 min: Italy win their first lineout and look to test the visiting defence early on, but cede ...The Guardian - 4d -
Barcelona’s Kryptonite – A look at Atletico Madrid forward’s terrifying streak against the Catalans
Alexander Sorloth has emerged as one of the biggest threats to Barcelona’s defence in recent times. The towering Norwegian striker has made a habit of scoring against the Catalan side, finding the ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
If even Germany is embracing higher spending, why on earth can’t Labour? | William Keegan
Russia has pushed Europe into a quasi-Keynesian approach to the defence budget. Only Britain insists on cutting help to the sick to pay for security. As the president of the US provokes trade and ...The Guardian - 3d
