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NBC News
2 days ago
- Politics
- NBC News
Live updates: Trump orders DOJ to release Epstein grand jury testimony; PBS, NPR and foreign aid cuts clear Congress
Yesterday, U.S. Army Special Operations Command released a notification about 'a potential terrorist threat targeting retired senior officials' who previous served in the Defense Department with roles in both Iraq and Syria. The threat is specifically for people in Florida. 'This was a credible threat and we notified those involved,' a U.S. military official said. 'Security and safety of SOF personnel is important to us. I cannot share more for security reasons,' the official said. The notification, known as a duty to warn, does not identify what the threat is or what group is behind it, and it does not refer to those currently on active duty. There have been reports in the past of threats from Iran to Trump and others in his administration, including those specifically involved in the 2020 assassination of Iranian leader Qassem Soleimani. The threat is specific to a small group of individuals, but the warning went out to a wide swath of people, the U.S. military official said.
What's On
25-06-2025
- What's On
You can now order from Dubai's coolest canteen on Deliveroo
If you don't know about NALA, let us enlighten you. Cafeterias and corner shops are a-plenty in Dubai, serving up quick, fuss-free fare that will satisfy your hunger speedily. Fast and casual – two things everyone loves – they make our lives easier, and while a roadside rodeo is just what we need sometimes, this is Dubai and of course, we have a fancy version of that experience. NALA in Alserkal Avenue is perhaps Dubai's only boujee canteen. Brought to you by tashas Group, parent company of iconic hotspots like Flamingo Room, tashas, Avli and Bungalo34, and helmed by the formidable F&B force Natasha Sideris, this is a new brand of fast-casual dining – a complete flip on its head. NALA opened doors in The Yard at Alserkal Avenue earlier this year, and serves up gourmet delights on the round-time of a McDonalds without compromising on any of the goodness and flavour. Think of all the comfort foods you might crave – that's what they have to offer. Takeout tales The big news is that NALA is now available on Deliveroo, so all their delicious varieties are now available to savour any time, anywhere, from day to night. In the day, you can order from a breakfast menu featuring favourites like creamy corn – parmesan polenta with grilled corn, crispy corn bites, bacon bits, and a golden egg, or the banana and pecan loaf, served with whipped brown sugar butter. From noon, the menu switches up, with options like the eggplant salad, dressed in sticky miso and preserved chilli, the green pasta, the SOF pita and the Harry's Roadhouse stacked with sliced sirloin, Harry's basting, shaved red onions, tomato, iceberg lettuce, and pickles on soft white sliced bread. In true canteen fashion, they also have snacks – specialty cookies, available in six flavours, from spiced caramel to double chocolate. All dishes are priced between Dhs26 and Dhs62. Then there's beverages, with all your coffee house classics served alongside fruity smoothies, innovative mocktails, and bubbly homemade sodas served in NALA branded cans. But if you still want to dine in You can dine-in, choosing between a table indoors in the simple but welcoming canteen-style restaurant, or bask in the lovely sunshine on the tables outside at The Yard. Or if you're in a rush, grab and go from the out-facing counter. And did we mention it's pet-friendly, with water bowls and a help-yourself jar of treats for your four-legged friend? There is also a retail section, so you can shop an array of salts, spices, pickles and sodas to recreate your favourite NALA dishes at home. NALA, The Yard, Alserkal Avenue, daily 9am to 10pm, available on Deliveroo, @enjoynala Images: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
GDIT Awarded Mission Enhancing Enterprise Contract to Support Special Operations Forces
Company will leverage AI, cloud and cyber capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness FALLS CHURCH, Va., June 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that it was awarded a foundational Information Technology Enterprise contract to support components of the U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM). The $396 million contract, awarded in April, has a one-year base period and four option years. SOCOM components require modernized IT networks to enable Special Operations Forces (SOF) to rapidly transfer, communicate and share operational and intelligence information, especially in contested and remote environments where speed and agility are crucial. Under this contract, GDIT will provide a full gamut of enterprise IT services that are well-integrated, flexible and adaptable to support SOF's dynamic and complex missions around the world. The company will leverage its AI capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness and improve decision making, migrate SOF to a multi-cloud environment, and implement advanced zero trust solutions to bolster cybersecurity. "Modern warfare is constantly evolving and enhancing SOF's digital capabilities is critical to mission success," said Brian Sheridan, GDIT's senior vice president for Defense. "We look forward to delivering a cutting-edge IT network that ensures our elite military units are connected to the intelligence they need to stay ahead in every mission." The contract builds on GDIT's history of delivering mission-critical IT capabilities for combatant commands. Last year, the company won a technical and mission services contract to support SOCOM and its partners. GDIT also provides digital modernization services for the U.S. Central Command and cyber services for the U.S. Southern Command. GDIT is a business unit of General Dynamics, a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 110,000 people worldwide and generated $47.7 billion in revenue in 2024. More information about General Dynamics Information Technology is available at More information about General Dynamics is available at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE General Dynamics
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Science
- Hans India
City student wins bronze medal in SOF Olympiad
Hyderabad: One student from Hyderabad has secured top rank in the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) exams for 2024-25. Ridhwan Daram, a sixth-grade student from The Future Kid's School, secured the third rank in the International Computer Science Olympiad, receiving a bronze medal and a merit certificate. This year's SOF Olympiad saw participation from millions of students across 70 countries, including over 2,55,500 students from Hyderabad. Notable schools from Hyderabad, Chirec International School, Unicent International School, Samashti International School were among the participants. SOF organised a felicitation ceremony at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Delhi to recognize the International olympiad winners and teachers of academic year 2024-25. A total of 750 students and teachers attended the ceremony. The occasion was graced by Chief Guest, Justice JK Maheshwari, Judge, Supreme Court of India. During the event, the top three SOF worldwide rank winners from classes First to Twelve that participated in eight Olympiad exams were recognised. The 74 international rank-1 winners received Rs 50,000 in addition to an international gold medal and a merit certificate, while the 74 international rank-2 winners received Rs 25,000 as well as an international silver medal and a merit certificate, and 74 international rank-3 holders was given Rs 10,000, a bronze medal, and a merit certificate. Addressing the students, teachers and parents at the ceremony, Judge JK Maheshwari said that it is our primary responsibility to empower today's generation with knowledge as well as values. 'Along with education, they also need to be given values, so that they can become nation builders. Those who carry the light of education within themselves can never remain in darkness for long,' he said.
Hans India
28-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Vijayawada students excel at SOF
Vijayawada: Three students from Vijayawada have secured top ranks in the SOF exam for 2024-25. G Gowtham Reddy, a student from Atkinson High School, achieved the first rank in the International Social Studies Olympiad, earning a gold medal and a merit certificate. Ch Kavya Sree, a student from Atkinson High School, also claimed the first rank in the Olympiad, receiving a gold medal and a merit certificate. Bhuvan Saharsh J, a student from N St Mathew's Public School, claimed the first rank in the International Mathematics Olympiad, earning a gold medal and a merit certificate. This year SOF saw participation of millions of students across 72 countries, including over 15, 400 students from Vijayawada. Notable schools from Vijayawada, Atkinson High School and N St Mathew's Public School were among the participants. SOF organised a felicitation ceremony at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, Delhi to recognise the International Olympiad winners and teachers of academic year 2024-25. A total of 750 students and teachers attended the ceremony. The occasion was graced by chief guest Justice JK Maheshwari, Judge, Supreme Court of India. During the event, the top three SOF worldwide rank winners from classes First to Twelve that participated in eight Olympiad exams were recognised. The 74 international rank-1 winners received Rs 50,000 in addition to an international gold medal and a merit certificate, while the 74 international rank-2 winners received Rs 25,000 as well as an international silver medal and a merit certificate, and 74 international rank-3 holders were given Rs 10,000, a bronze medal, and a merit certificate.
