The KC-10 Extender, a derivative of the McDonnell Douglas DC-10, has been a cornerstone of the U.S. Air Force for decades. Powered by three General Electric turbofan engines, it boasts a remarkable fuel capacity of 356,000 pounds, twice that of its predecessor, the KC-135 Stratotanker. Originally designed as an aerial tanker, the Extender’s versatility has allowed it to serve in various roles, including personnel airlift, cargo transport, and disaster relief. Its ability to refuel other aircraft mid-air has been instrumental in extending the range and endurance of fighter jets, bombers, and other military aircraft, enabling them to carry out missions…
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The U.S. Marine Corps has recently demonstrated the potential of drone crewed aircraft collaboration. The XQ-58A Valkyrie, a stealthy drone capable of high speeds and long ranges, was integrated with Link-16 technology, allowing for real time data sharing with other military units. This marks a significant step towards a future where drones play a vital role in coordinated military operations. The Valkyrie, developed by defense contractor Kratos, is designed to operate independently, in swarms, or support of crewed aircraft. Its advanced capabilities, including a high-speed cruise missile profile, long range endurance, and internal weapons bays, make it a valuable asset…
Image source: Getty Images I think these FTSE 250 stocks could be too cheap to miss today. Here’s why. Home comforts Housebuilders like Bellway (LSE:BWY) have surged in value in 2024, with falling interest rates and improving buyer confidence helping home sales rebound from recent troughs. Encouragingly this upward trend remains in tact. According to Halifax today (7 October), the UK average house price reached £293,399 in September. This was just below the record peak of £293,507 struck before the housing market slumped around two years ago. Prices are flying again due to dropping mortgage costs and good wage growth.…
The 10-year Treasury yield, a benchmark for mortgages and car loans, jumped back above 4% on Monday amid stronger labor market readings and despite the start of a Federal Reserve rate-cutting campaign last month.The 10-year yield was up more than 3 basis points to 4.01%, its highest since early August and a big turnaround from its 2024 low of around 3.58% reached a little more than a month ago. The yield on the 2-year Treasury was up 4 basis points to 3.97%. Yields move inversely to prices. One basis point equals 0.01%.Stock Chart IconStock chart iconU.S. Treasury 10-year yield, YTDTreasury…
Super Micro Computer (NASDAQ: SMCI) stock has been under pressure for the last several months. But an update from the company had shares soaring today. Investors have been concerned about dropping profit margins, questions about accounting practices, and the delay in Supermicro filing its 10-K annual report. However, the company says sales are still robust.Those issues have sent the stock down by 44% over the past three months. That said, today’s update helped move shares higher by as much as nearly 18%. As of 12:30 p.m. ET, Supermicro stock was still up by 13.8%.Stock-split momentumSupermicro supplies server and storage system…
General Motors has shifted its focus away from passenger cars, leading to a dwindling lineup. While this has resulted in the discontinuation of models like the Chevy Camaro and Malibu, the remaining vehicles are among the best in their class. The company has implemented cost cutting measures, such as discontinuing the sixth generation Camaro and focusing on the more profitable C8 Corvette. Similarly, the Chevy Malibu was discontinued due to its low profit margins. Cadillac’s CT4 has not been updated to match the refreshed CT5 series, and only the high-end CT5-V and Blackwing models will remain. To fill the void…
(Corrects paragraph 6 to say Hindenburg disclosed short position in August, not last month) (Reuters) -Super Micro Computer said on Monday it is currently shipping more than 100,000 graphics processors per quarter and unveiled a new suite of liquid cooling products, sending the AI server maker’s shares up about 14% following a weeks-long slump. A boom in generative artificial intelligence technology has bumped up demand for the hardware required to process the large amounts of data genAI uses, helping Super Micro, which makes servers featuring leading AI chips including Nvidia (NASDAQ:)’s. It “recently deployed more than 100,000 GPUs with liquid…
The James Webb Space Telescope launched three years ago, has revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Its recent discovery of a galaxy named GS-NDG-9422 has provided crucial insights into the early stages of star evolution. This galaxy, formed just one billion years after the Big Bang, exhibits an unusual light signature due to its extremely hot and massive stars. These stars burn at temperatures twice that of normal stars, reaching a staggering 140,000 degrees Fahrenheit. James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Hot Star Galaxy Challenging Theories (NASA) The discovery of GS-NDG-9422 challenges our understanding of star formation and evolution in the…
Donovan Muller, a lifelong BMW enthusiast, inherited his father’s motorcycle dealership, Cytech Motorcycles, in South Africa. While custom builds aren’t their primary focus, they occasionally undertake unique projects to showcase their expertise. Their latest creation, a 1991 K 100 cafe racer, is a testament to their skill and passion. Acquired from a customer seeking a trade up, the K 100 was transformed into a head-turning custom bike. With a focus on quality and craftsmanship, Cytech stripped the donor bike down to its essentials and rebuilt it from the ground up. A custom subframe, CNC-machined rear suspension linkage, and premium components…
Image source: Getty Images According to MoneyFarm, someone aged 30 should have around £51,434 in savings. But even from a standing start, there’s a lot of time to build up a meaningful passive income stream. With 37 years to retirement, putting aside some of a monthly salary and investing it can bring significant returns. But there are some things investors should consider before getting started. Dividend stocks One of the best ways of earning passive income is by investing in businesses that distribute part of their earnings to shareholders. And real estate investment trusts (REITs) are a good example. REITs…