Surprise Military Drills

China launches surprise military drills around Taiwan

Taiwan says it has detected nearly 20 vessels off its coast as Beijing orders large scale sea and air exercises and calls leaders in Taipei ‘parasites’. China has launched large-scale military ...

The Guardian - 3d

China conducts military drills focusing on Taiwan Strait

China conducted military drills around Taiwan for a second day focusing on the Taiwan Strait separating the self-governing island democracy from China that is a crucial conduit for international trade

ABC News - 2d

China holds military drills around Taiwan, calling its president a 'parasite'

The Chinese military conducted large-scale drills around Taiwan in what it said was a “stern warning” to pro-independence forces on the Beijing-claimed island.

NBC News - 3d

Chinese military launches large-scale drills around Taiwan

The Chinese military has announced large-scale drills around Taiwan as it again warned the self-ruled island against seeking formal independence

ABC News - 2d

China kicks off military drills near Taiwan, warns island's 'independence' means war

The military action came after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth vowed to strengthen military ties with Japan to counter China's aggression in the region.

CNBC - 3d

China military drills targeting Taiwan put region’s security at risk, says US

Beijing continues drills in Taiwan strait, practising hitting key ports and energy infrastructure. The US has accused China of putting the region’s security at risk after it launched a second day ...

The Guardian - 1d

Taiwan denies Chinese strikes as Beijing escalates live naval drills around the island

China’s military held live-fire drills on Wednesday in the East China Sea in an escalation of exercises around Taiwan, but Taiwan said none took place nearby.

NBC News - 1d

U.S. reaffirms commitment to Taiwan as Beijing conducts live fire drills in East China Sea

Chinese military extended into second day a joint exercise involving its army, navy and rocket forces near the coast of Taiwan.

CNBC - 2d

China’s Military Exercises Around Taiwan Enter Second Day

The drills came after Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, announced measures to counter China’s influence and espionage. Beijing also wants to send a message to Washington, analysts said.

The New York Times - 2d

Apr 1: CBS News 24/7, 4pm ET

President Trump is expected to announce tariffs at a "Make America Wealthy Again" event tomorrow; China carries out military drills near Taiwan.

CBS News - 2d

White House issues warning to China for war games near Taiwan

The Trump administration on Tuesday issued a warning to China after Beijing announced large-scale war games in the waters and airspace around Taiwan. The joint military drills, which were launched ...

The Hill - 2d

Hegseth indicates US backing for Taiwan – but it is transactional Trump who has the final word

Defence secretary’s trip to Asia shows the Trump administration is engaged with the region, but analysts warn Taipei to tread carefully . On Tuesday China’s military launched joint drills around ...

The Guardian - 2d

Charlotte to host World Military Games, 10,000 athletes expected

The World Military Games 2027 are officially coming to Charlotte.

Yahoo Sports - 14h

Slot: Not surprised Tarkowski escaped red card

Liverpool manager Arne Slot said he is "not surprised" that Everton defender James Tarkowski was not shown a red card in the Merseyside derby.

ESPN - 22h

Saints ran position drills for FCS All-American tight end at South Dakota pro day

The New Orleans Saints ran position drills for All-American tight end JJ Galbreath at South Dakota's pro day. He's on their radar for the 2025 draft.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

5 surprises from Trump's sweeping new tariffs

The unveiling of President Trump’s new tariffs included some big surprises as economists and trading partners sifted through which countries were hit the highest rates and who was spared. Questions ...

The Hill - 14h

Pentagon to review physical standards for military combat jobs

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered a 60-day review of physical standards for military combat roles to ensure female troops are not being given exceptions for the physically challenging ...

The Hill - 3d

Democrats renew push to expand IVF access for military service members

Congressional Democrats are renewing their push to expand in vitro fertilization access for military service members and veterans.

ABC News - 2d

Putin begins biggest Russian military call-up in years

Russia calls up 160,000 men aged 18-30 as it moves to expand the size of its military.

BBC News - 2d

Myanmar military fires at Chinese Red Cross quake relief convoy

The Myanmar military said its troops fired shots in the air after the convoy did not stop.

BBC News - 1d

Doctor cites pope's 'surprising improvement' after surviving life-threatening crises

The pope's doctor says Francis has shown ‘’a truly surprising improvement’’ since returning to the Vatican to convalesce after surviving a life-threatening bout with double-pneumonia

ABC News - 5d

Israeli military orders evacuation of Rafah as its Gaza offensive intensifies

The Israeli military issued evacuation orders covering most of Rafah, indicating it could launch another ground operation in the southern Gaza Strip city.

NBC News - 4d

Head of Myanmar's military government visits Thailand in rare overseas trip

The head of Myanmar’s military government arrived in Thailand in a rare international trip as his country recovers from a devastating earthquake that killed thousands

ABC News - 22h

Switch 2 Hands-On: More Of The Same, But It Can Still Surprise You

The Switch 2 is not surprising, but it isn't trying to be. Nintendo is known for taking daring risks from one console generation to the next, but the Switch 2 seeks to deliver a surefire upgrade ...

GameSpot - 21h

2025 Valero Texas Open picks, odds, field: Surprising predictions from golf model that's nailed 13 majors

SportsLine's model simulated the 2025 Valero Texas Open 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour golf picks

CBS Sports - 1d

Myanmar's military declares a ceasefire to ease quake relief as deaths pass 3,000

Myanmar’s ruling military has declared a temporary ceasefire in the country’s civil war to facilitate relief efforts following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that has killed more than 3,000 people

ABC News - 1d

Israeli military will expand its operations and seize 'large areas' of Gaza, defense minister says

Israel’s military “will seize large areas” of Gaza and add them to the country’s security zones, the country’s defense minister said.

NBC News - 2d

2025 Masters picks, odds, field: Surprising predictions from top golf model that's hit 13 majors

SportsLine's proven model simulated the 2025 Masters 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour golf picks and Masters favorite to win

CBS Sports - 11h

Jason Kelce and wife Kylie welcome daughter No. 4, who surprises Uncle Travis Kelce during podcast

Jason Kelce and wife Kylie have welcomed a fourth baby, another girl. At 2 days old, Finn surprises uncle Travis Kelce with a quick podcast appearance.

Los Angeles Times - 1d

“Surprised me a lot” – Reece James reveals what’s impressed him most about Enzo Maresca

Reece James has been speaking about Enzo Maresca and revealed what’s surprised him most about the Italian.Maresca replaced Pochettino last summer after guiding Leicester to the Championship title , ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

A journalist has entered the top secret military chat

And there’s a Ukraine-Russia Black Sea ceasefire deal.

BBC News - Mar. 25

Found: British Military Documents, Scattered on the Street

A man in Northern England said he had stumbled upon hundreds of documents, including threat assessments, armory codes and detailed base patrols. The Ministry of Defense said it was investigating.

The New York Times - 5d

Myanmar earthquake tests military junta’s grip

Regime’s aid appeal shows vulnerability after four years of civil war

Financial Times - 2d

Myanmar Military Declares Temporary Truce After Earthquake

It was unclear whether the cease-fire would be honored. It came a day after soldiers fired at a Chinese Red Cross aid convoy, and amid multiple airstrikes.

The New York Times - 1d