- [Narrator] This is a GBU-57, known as a Massive Ordnance Penetrator. At 20 feet long and weighing 30,000 pounds, it is the world's largest non-nuclear bomb and can destroy targets buried deep underground, earning it the name "Bunker Buster". to destroy Iran's heavily fortified nuclear facilities, experts say these are the conventional weapons with the best chance of success.- This is a big sucker. It is called the Massive Ordnance Penetrator, which basically sums up what it is. - [Narrator] Here's why the ...

Business Model & Revenue - Pop Mart's revenue is primarily driven by blind box packaging, with over 70% of revenue coming from mystery boxes in 2019 [4] - Exclusive products developed with artists accounted for over 85% of Pop Mart's revenue in 2024 [11] - The Monsters line, particularly Labubu, experienced a 726% revenue growth from the previous year [12] Market Expansion & Retail Strategy - Pop Mart has over 500 stores and 2,000 vending machines worldwide [4] - Sales outside of China more than tripled in 2024, now making up nearly 40% of the company's sales, up from 17% in 2023 [10] - The company plans to open more than 20 stores in the US by the end of 2025, nearly doubling its footprint in the country [10] Product & IP Development - Pop Mart develops exclusive products with artists, like the Molly character with Kenny Wong and the Labubu line with Kasing Lung [11][12] - The company released the Peach Riot series with its first US-based artist, Libby Frame, which is now the company's top IP in average figurine blind box sales in North America [13][14] - Pop Mart aims to continue creating for the Western market and bring in more Western artists [14] Market Trends & Risks - Blind boxes have become a billion-dollar market in Asia, leading to regulations in some countries [16] - Singapore has proposed capping the value of mystery boxes to 100 Singaporean dollars (approximately US$77), and China banned the sale of blind boxes to kids under eight [16] - The company is working to diversify into plush toys and accessories to mitigate the risk of the blind box fad dying out [17][18]

Defense Capabilities & Limitations - Israel's missile defense systems, particularly the Aero interceptors, are facing capacity constraints due to high usage against Iranian attacks [1][2] - The US is assisting Israel with missile defense, but its interceptor resources are also limited, with approximately 600 THAAD interceptors procured to date [2][12] - Israel's interception rate for ballistic missiles is about 90%, with about 30 out of 370 missiles fired by Iran making an impact as of June 17th [6] - Aero3 interceptors have a range of about 1,500 meters and are crucial for countering long-range ballistic missiles [3] Strategic & Economic Factors - Defensive weapons like Aero interceptors are more complex and expensive to produce than offensive missiles, costing over $2 million a piece [8] - Israel has been targeting Iran's missile and drone capabilities on the ground to reduce the need for interception [9] - The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) dismantled more than one-third of Iran's missile launchers [10] Geopolitical Implications - The interceptor shortfall raises concerns about Israel's long-term ability to defend itself and its allies against Iran and its proxies [2][7] - The US has deployed THAAD systems and navy ships with SM2, SM3, and SM6 interceptors to augment Israel's defenses [11] - Analysts suggest a swift resolution to the conflict is necessary as neither the US nor Israel can sustain prolonged missile interception [13]

(tense inquisitive music) (plane whirring) - [Narrator] This is one of the world's most expensive weapons. (beeper beeping) The f-35 program that includes the production and maintenance (beeper beeping) of thousands of jets over the next five decades (beeper beeping) is projected to cost the US more than $2 trillion. It's also a hugely successful export for the US, contributing to America's dominance in the arms trade.But following President Trump's pressure tactics on US allies, some countries have said th ...

Walking around this 1,670 acre headquarters in Wisconsin, I found myself asking the same question. Why are there air tags on fake sheep. Why are you here.Why is there a giant chest set. Why. Why is there a slide in the middle of the hallway.Why. Why. Why.Really, the question is why not. Wow. All right.This is the headquarters of Epic with five different campuses. Some that take cues from stories like Harry Potter and the Wizard of Oz. Close to 13,000 employees come 5 days a week where they can browse this t ...

(explosion booming) - [Narrator] Israel has launched one of the largest attacks on Iran in history. - Crosses a threshold that we've thought about, considered about war game for 15 years, at the very least. It's really brought this conflict, the Iranian-Israeli conflict into uncharted territory.- [Narrator] The first strikes hit areas throughout Iran, including several key nuclear and military sites. Now, Iran is hitting back, (missiles whooshing) but Tehran is entering this conflict in a weaker position th ...

- Craig, Joz, thank you so much for sitting down with me at your big developers conference. - Thanks for having us. - Yeah, it was a big day yesterday. - Huge. Huge, - Huge day. - Huge. - So, I do wanna get to what you announced yesterday, and some of the big announcements. I wanna talk a little bit about last year's WWWEC. - Yeah. - Start there. Last year you announced a smarter AI-driven Siri. Where is she? - Yeah, well, you know, back then with Apple Intelligence, I think we spent about 40 minutes on App ...

The parade will include tanks, military re-enactments and flyovers. June 14 is also President Trump’s 79th birthday. #Trump #Parade #WSJ ...

Event Overview - A large-scale military parade is planned in Washington DC to celebrate the Army's 250th birthday [1] - The parade is expected to include approximately 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft [1] - The event coincides with Flag Day and President Trump's birthday, generating some controversy [2] Cost Analysis - The parade's estimated cost ranges from $25 million to $45 million, with additional millions allocated for security, personnel, and other expenses [3] - The Army is prepared to spend millions on potential street repairs if the pavement is damaged by heavy vehicles [7] - Aircraft flight costs are estimated at $5,000 to $8,000 per flight hour, according to a Pentagon document [8] - The Personnel Per Diem (PDM) for the troops could cost nearly $2 million [10] - Security costs for the parade are significant, as it has been designated a national special security event [10] - Similar events in DC, such as inaugurations, can cost $30 million or more [12] Logistical Details - Heavy equipment was transported from Fort Cavazos in Texas by rail and truck [4][5] - Steel plates are being used to protect the streets where vehicles will pivot [7] - Thousands of soldiers are being housed in government buildings near Capitol Hill from June 11th to June 15th [10] - Security measures include 185% m of anti-scale fencing, 17 mi of bike rack, 175 magnetometers, and multiple drones [11] Strategic Objectives - The Army views the parade as a valuable training opportunity and a chance to showcase its history [4] - Officials anticipate the parade will serve as a major recruiting event, culminating in an enlistment ceremony [9] Public & Political Perception - Some Republican allies in Congress have voiced concerns about the parade's cost [12] - A recent poll indicates that 60% of Americans believe the parade is not a good use of government funds [13]

- The President was really very clear. When universities weren't putting teeth into their own policy and enforcing it, we took measures to bring it to their attention. And I believe what we're seeing now is that effectiveness.- [Matt] Linda McMahon is leading the administration's fight against elite universities, including Harvard and Columbia. - They can't allow encampments on campuses, they can't allow students to come on dressed with masks. - [Matt] She and President Trump have cut billions in government ...