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Powerus Expands U.S.-Made Heavy-Lift Drones Into Agriculture

Powerus Expands U.S.-Made Heavy-Lift Drones Into Agriculture

Powerus Expands U.S.-Made Heavy-Lift Drones Into Agriculture
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Australia Contracts U.S. Firm Ondas for Portable Counter-UAV Systems

Australia Contracts U.S. Firm Ondas for Portable Counter-UAV Systems

The Australian Department of Defence has awarded a $6.9 million contract to Ondas, a Florida-based company, for the procurement of portable counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS). These systems, known as Detect, Track, Identify and Mitigate (DTIM) Kits, are designed to counter small UAV threats. The contract is part of Australia's Land 156 project, which aims to enhance the country's defense capabilities against UAVs. The DTIM Kits include advanced features such as long-range detection, AI-powered identification, and real-time tracking.
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Florida Chamber of Commerce Reports State's Economy Rises to 14th Largest Globally

Florida Chamber of Commerce Reports State's Economy Rises to 14th Largest Globally

Florida Chamber of Commerce Reports State's Economy Rises to 14th Largest Globally
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Ondas Secures Contract to Supply Counter-UAV Systems to Australian Defense

Ondas Secures Contract to Supply Counter-UAV Systems to Australian Defense

Ondas Secures Contract to Supply Counter-UAV Systems to Australian Defense
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SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket with Satellite Servicing Vehicle to Extend Satellite Lifespan

SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket with Satellite Servicing Vehicle to Extend Satellite Lifespan

SpaceX Launches Falcon 9 Rocket with Satellite Servicing Vehicle to Extend Satellite Lifespan
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STEM Centers Enhance High-Tech Learning in K-12 Districts

STEM Centers Enhance High-Tech Learning in K-12 Districts

STEM centers are becoming increasingly common in K-12 school districts across the United States, fostering innovation and providing students with hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These centers are often established through partnerships with industry and educational organizations, offering students access to advanced technology and real-world applications. For example, the Hillsborough County Public Schools in Florida has launched a STEM center in collaboration with the Foundation for Community Driven Innovation, providing a space for robotics and drone programs. Similarly, the Pryor High School Innovation Center in Oklahoma offers students opportunities to engage in virtual reality programming and aerospace engineering, supported by local industry partnerships.
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US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium

US and Saudi Arabia sign new nuclear agreement that could pave way for kingdom to enrich uranium

The Trump administration has forged a new agreement with Saudi Arabia that could potentially provide the kingdom with uranium enrichment capability for its civilian nuclear program
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Beaches closed as Tropical Storm Bertha crawls along the Gulf Coast

Beaches closed as Tropical Storm Bertha crawls along the Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha is creeping along the Gulf Coast toward Louisiana
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Senate Faces Resistance on Daylight Saving Time Bill Despite President Trump's Support

Senate Faces Resistance on Daylight Saving Time Bill Despite President Trump's Support

A bill to make daylight saving time permanent across most of the United States is encountering significant opposition in the Senate, despite having passed the House with a 308-117 vote and receiving backing from President Trump. The Sunshine Protection Act, sponsored by Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott, aims to eliminate the biannual clock change, arguing it would simplify daily life and benefit businesses and tourism. However, Senate Majority Leader John Thune has indicated that the proposal faces substantial resistance, needing 60 votes to advance. Opposition is bipartisan, with concerns about darker winter mornings affecting schoolchildren and commuters, particularly in northern states. Religious groups have also raised objections, citing disruptions to morning prayers.
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UK and Space Florida Launch Joint Fund to Boost Space Innovation

UK and Space Florida Launch Joint Fund to Boost Space Innovation

The UK and Space Florida have launched a joint fund of £300,000 ($401,000) to foster innovative space partnerships. Announced at the Farnborough Air Show, the fund is supported by the UKSA’s International Bilateral Fund and Space Florida’s International Aerospace Innovation Fund. It aims to support projects with partners in both regions, focusing on space transportation, satellite systems, in-space research, and advanced exploration. The initiative seeks to create commercial opportunities for UK companies in the U.S. market, enhancing international collaboration in the space sector. The fund is part of a broader effort to strengthen ties between the UK and Florida, with a call for projects expected this fall and selections in early 2027.
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Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for U.S. Market

Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for U.S. Market

Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for U.S. Market
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Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for Defense

Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for Defense

Israeli Startup AIR Advances eVTOL Aircraft Production for Defense