At 18, She Dreamed About Moving To Japan. When She Turned 50, She Quit Her Job And Bought An Abandoned Home Near Osaka.

The Biden administration’s legacy in space is one of global reach and using space as a soft power tool. The Biden administration’s legacy in space is one of global reach and using space as a soft power tool, as evidenced by its leadership on initiatives such as banning destructive anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons testing and promoting the responsible use of space internationally through the Artemis Accords.

Starbucks will add guardrails to mobile app orders. Lindsey Nicholson/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesStarbucks wants to curb chaotic and complex mobile orders. CEO Brian Niccol announced that "common sense" guardrails will soon be put on app customizations. Niccol aims to overhaul the chain after the company reported a disappointing third quarter.

Meta's Mark Zuckerberg flagged to investors that the company would keep pouring money into AI development. MetaMeta will continue to spend big on artificial intelligence, executives said in an earnings call. The company outperformed Q3 expectations with Mark Zuckerberg citing AI progress as a factor. Meta spent the year pouring money into AI research and development and doesn't expect to stop soon.

Chani left Australia to pursue her lifelong dream of living in Japan. Chani Japan. Chani had been feeling stuck in a rut, working 10-hour days as a Japanese language teacher in Australia. With her 50th birthday around the corner, she decided to quit her job and move to Japan alone.

Israel's Air Force has developed potent air-launched ballistic missiles like the Blue Sparrow used for testing. It's seen here on an F-15D. Israeli Air ForceIsrael's weapon of choice in its attack on Iran was the air-launched ballistic missile. These allowed Israel to strike Iran rapidly and with minimum risk to its own aircraft.

Air Force Thunderbird pilots perform daring maneuvers that stem from real-world combat training. US Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Patrick EvensonUS Air Force demo pilots perform airshow stunts derived from real-world combat training. Airshows offer a glimpse into fighter jet capabilities and their role in combat scenarios. Air Force demo pilots shared what it's like to wow audiences with skills used on the battlefield.