In a world where electronic warfare is becoming the norm, NATO is turning to innovative solutions to keep its communications secure. Astrolight, a Lithuanian tech company, has been putting its POLARIS laser communication terminal through its paces in recent NATO exercises. The POLARIS terminal was
Around the world, entrepreneurs are making their mark in various industries, showing resilience and innovation in the face of challenges. In Belgium, Fabien Pinckaers, the founder of Odoo, a software company valued at $5. 3 billion, is focused on survival amidst competition from giants like SAP and
LPP, a fashion brand based in Gdansk, Poland, is doing well and might even beat its yearly goals. The company's CFO, Marcin Bojko, said this is thanks to smart cost-saving moves, like using robots in their warehouses and AI to help things run smoother. These changes saved more money than they though
Iwo Baraniewski is set to step into the UFC cage for the first time at UFC 323. This 27-year-old fighter secured his spot in the UFC after a swift 20-second knockout in Dana White's Contender Series 82. This victory was notable for being the fifth-fastest knockout in the series' history. Now, he's p
Poland is seeing more big predators than before. Bears, lynxes, and wolves are making a comeback. This is big news because these animals are in trouble all over Europe. The numbers show that wolves are growing the fastest. Their population went up by 7. 01% over the years. Bears are next with a 4.
In a surprising turn of events, prosecutors in Northern Ireland have decided to drop charges against two young Romanian boys. These boys were accused of a serious crime that led to violent protests and attacks on immigrants. The case involved an alleged assault on a teenage girl in Ballymena, a town
The UK and EU were in a tough spot over a big defense fund. The EU wanted a huge fee for UK companies to join in. The UK said it wouldn't pay any price. Both sides talked a lot but couldn't agree. The UK said it was sad they couldn't make a deal. The EU said maybe they can talk again later. The def
France is making a big change to boost its military. Starting next year, young people aged 18 and 19 can join a new voluntary service. This isn't about fighting in wars abroad. Instead, they will train and work within France and its territories for 10 months. The idea is to prepare for future threa
In 2023, Poland made a significant move in healthcare. They passed a law that now regulates 15 jobs in the medical field. Before this, these jobs had no rules. Now, workers in these jobs must follow new guidelines. The law requires these workers to keep learning. They must take courses to stay up-t
In a surprising turn, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, known as the "drone guy, " has become a key player in the U. S. effort to end the Ukraine war. This 38-year-old Army veteran, who has no background in diplomacy, was tasked by President Trump to push Ukraine into peace talks. Driscoll's close friend
