Skull and Bones’ Into the Dragon’s Wake kicks off a new season on August 22
Just when you finally got your pirate vessel fully insured, along comes a new ship and cannons to blow up your deductible. Yet look on the bright side of your sinking boat: You get a new Skull and Bones content update on August 22nd.
Into the Dragon’s Wake is about to arrive in Ubisoft’s naval combat sim next week: “Hailing from the Middle Kingdom, Li Tian Ning and Commander Zhang of the Dragon’s Claw make their prowess known to the Indian Ocean. Their arrival stirs tension between the Rempah and DMC in the East Indies, amidst a new seasonal story, world events and challenges.”
The update includes the Battle Junk juggernaut that can taunt other ships, an epic long gun named Divine Thunder, two new types of cannons, and special “immortal” armor for your vessel. Ubisoft is also introducing Imperial Jade as a trading resource, better controls, a new merchant convoy event, and a new third-person camera view.
Next up on Skull and Bones’ calendar after the patch is the Mooncake Regatta event, which is running from August 27th through September 17th.
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Yafa (Jaffa) — once called The Bride of the Sea — was one of Palestine’s most vibrant cities before 1948.
Then came 1948. Zionist Militias entered the city. Over 95% of Yafa’s Palestinian population was forcibly displaced. Families scattered. Streets emptied. A civilisation uprooted. #War #Yafa #Jaffa Read More...
Photographer records newborn turtle's first trip to open sea.
A photographer captured one of the most delicate and significant moments in marine life: a newborn turtle's first journey to the open ocean.
After approximately 60 days buried in the sand, the little turtle broke its shell and began its journey, facing an environment replete with natural and human challenges.
This moment highlights the fragility of life: only about 1 in 1,000 newborn turtles makes it to adulthood. Predators, ocean currents, and human interference make survival a true test of resilience.
The image not only documents a fundamental biological act but also symbolizes the strength and perseverance present in every life form.
To follow this journey is to understand the essence of nature: fragile, ephemeral, and yet extraordinarily strong.
Each swim of the turtle is a testament to hope in its purest form.
Photographer: @benjhicks
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Two US Navy Aircraft Down in 30 Minutes: South China Sea Incidents Raise Safety Questions
In a rare double incident, a US Navy helicopter and fighter jet crashed into the South China Sea within half an hour of each other on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Both aircraft were operating from the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier during routine operations.
What Happened:
At 2:45 PM local time, an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 73 went down first. Just 30 minutes later at 3:15 PM, an F/A-18F Super Hornet from Strike Fighter Squadron 22 also crashed into the waters.
The good news? All five crew members survived. The three helicopter crew members were rescued from the water, while both fighter jet pilots successfully ejected before impact and were recovered by search-and-rescue teams.
Context That Matters:
The USS Nimitz is currently on its final deployment before decommissioning in May 2026. At 49 years old, it's the Navy's oldest active aircraft carrier, now serving its 23rd deployment in the Indo-Pacific region.
These crashes add to a concerning pattern of US Navy aviation incidents. The USS Harry S. Truman experienced a friendly fire incident in December when the USS Gettysburg mistakenly shot down one of its F/A-18s, and another Super Hornet fell overboard in April during evasive maneuvers against Houthi missile attacks.
The cause of both Sunday crashes remains under investigation by the US Pacific Fleet.
The incidents occurred in the strategically contested South China Sea, where US forces regularly conduct freedom of navigation operations amid ongoing territorial disputes with China.
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That time, researchers from the University of Sheffield conducted a fascinating experiment to test how ants solve complex problems together
They placed hundreds of ants in a maze with barriers and obstacles, marked by a red structure, to study how they would find a path to food.
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Typer.me App Now Available on the Play Store!
Typer.me is now on the Play Store! Download the app today and start connecting with others in a whole new way. Whether you’re sharing ideas, organizing content, or exploring trending topics, Typer.me gives you the tools to stay engaged. Install now and join our growing community! Read More...
The Swedish warship Vasa. It sank in 1628 less than a mile into its maiden voyage and was recovered from the sea floor after 333 years, almost completely intact
Now housed at the Vasa Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. It’s now one of Sweden's most popular tourist attractions and has been seen by over 35 million visitors since 1961. Read More...
