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US Navy replaces Ohio-Class, the world's most heavily armed missile submarines: 19 Virginia-class boats become next- gen SSGNs to succeed them

US Navy replaces the world's most heavily armed conventional missile submarines, the Ohio-class SSGNs, each capable of carrying 154 Tomahawks, by formally redesignating 19 Virginia-class submarines fitted with the Virginia Payload Module as SSGNs. The announcement, made on 3 August 2026, comes as USS Georgia, the first of four Ohio-class…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

In 2009, a Navy veteran's low-cost invention helped thousands get glasses in places without eye doctors

USee Vision Kit: Retired US Navy and Marine Corps officer, Kevin White, has pioneered a vision testing system aimed at providing affordable prescription glasses to underserved populations. His USee Vision Kit has positively impacted the lives of over 750,000 individuals in 67 countries, focusing on remote areas and the homeless.…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

"Nothing will get through unless total surrender accomplished": US President Trump lambasts Iran

President Trump criticized Iran's leadership for perceived duplicity regarding negotiations with the United States. He asserted US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz, warning of restrictions. Iran's foreign ministry denied any direct or indirect talks with Washington. Trump reiterated the US stance that Iran will never acquire nuclear weapons.

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Nvidia donates supercomputer to US military university

The NPS is operated by the US Navy and offers masters and doctoral degrees in fields such as computer science and aerospace engineering, among others, ‌with an emphasis ⁠on ⁠their applications in warfare. Nvidia donated a system based on its GB300 "Grace Blackwell" servers, its ​most advanced AI computers, to…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Meet Hedy Lamarr: 'Most beautiful woman in the world' who married an arms dealer, became a Hollywood icon and invented a radio signalling system during World War II, becoming the 'mother of Wi-Fi'

Hedy Lamarr, widely known for her illustrious acting career, also made significant strides in technology by inventing a communication system that used frequency hopping to encrypt radio signals in wartime. Her pioneering work paved the way for the development of contemporary innovations such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Although her achievements…

The Times of India · Jul 22

Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

The Houthis' threats to block Saudi ports signify a troubling development in the Iran war, potentially raising US military commitments in the region. With a history of withstanding coalition bombings, the Houthis may challenge military resources further, necessitating a redirection of naval support, which could lead to reduced US firepower…

The Economic Times · Jul 22

US Navy plans for 'Air Wing of the Future' with next-generation, pilotless carrier-based 1,150-mile-range drones to fly alongside manned aircraft

The US Navy wants autonomous carrier drones capable of eight missions, 1,150-mile ranges, and operations alongside advanced manned aircraft.

TechRadar · Jul 21

China building massive naval ship that could displace US rival as world's biggest? Here's what we know so far

China is building a new naval replenishment ship which could be the world's largest. Satellite images suggest this vessel is larger than existing Chinese Type 901 support ships. This development enhances the People's Liberation Army Navy's long-range deployment capabilities significantly. The new ship may surpass the US Navy's largest logistics…

The Economic Times · Jul 19

This 17-year-old is commanding nearly 300 US Navy cadets, and her inspiring journey from freshman to student leader is capturing attention across America

Seventeen-year-old Riddhi Chauhan leads nearly 300 cadets in New York's NJROTC program. She earned this prestigious leadership role through four years of dedication and hard work. Riddhi oversees training exercises and supervises student leaders within the unit. She believes leadership involves setting a positive example and earning respect from others.…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Three tiny islands help control access to the Strait of Hormuz. They’re once again in the crosshairs of the Iran war

U.S. strikes on two of the islands in recent days have renewed speculation about the fate of these small, rocky isles, whose ownership remains disputed

The Independent UK · Jul 16