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Japan air base imposes junior enlisted alcohol ban, curfew after local murder

After a U.S. Marine was arrested for allegedly murdering a local woman, Kadena Air Base restricted alcohol consumption and implemented a new curfew for E-1 to E-4 personnel.
Helsing unveils interceptor missiles designed to chase Russia’s fast-flying Geran drones

Germany’s Helsing is offering a novel pair of air-defense missiles, plus the requisite AI software to organize intercepts, for downing fast attack drones for under $100,000 per shot.
Marine Corps Osprey squadrons get AI tool to boost readiness rates

The Corps is moving to adopt an AI-based diagnostic and decision-making tool for all its East Coast-based squadrons.
Defense leaders weigh in on expanding production | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 10.27.26

Top leaders from the defense industry share their ideas on how to scale up production and integrate AI in remarks from the show floor at AUSA 2026.