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- 1Russia Restored Perimeter Nuclear Retaliation System, Report Says▼Russia Has Restored the Perimeter Retaliatory Nuclear Strike System, The Sunday Times Says
Russia has restored its Cold War-era 'Perimeter' system, designed to launch a nuclear retaliatory strike automatically if leadership is decapitated, according to The Sunday Times. The dead-hand-style system would ensure retaliation even if Russian command structures were destroyed in a first strike. The claim has drawn attention amid ongoing tensions over nuclear rhetoric tied to the war in Ukraine.
- 2Russia modernizes secret Perimeter nuclear complex in Urals▼Russia has modernized the secret "Perimeter" nuclear complex in the Urals
Russia has carried out a modernization of the secret "Perimeter" nuclear command complex in the Urals, according to news reports. The system, sometimes called a "dead hand," is designed to trigger a retaliatory nuclear strike if Russian leadership is decapitated. Details of the upgrade remain scarce given the facility's classified status, and the news is drawing attention amid ongoing tensions over Russia's nuclear posture.
- 3Heat invite veteran guard Dennis Smith Jr. to training camp▼Heat gives training camp invitation to veteran guard Dennis Smith Jr.
The Miami Heat have given veteran guard Dennis Smith Jr. a training camp invitation, according to the Miami Herald. Smith, a former lottery pick known for his athleticism and perimeter defense, will compete for a roster spot as the Heat finalize their backcourt depth heading into the new season.
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A civilian was taken into custody after allegedly breaching the perimeter of MacDill Air Force Base, the Tampa facility that hosts US Special Operations Command and Central Command. No details have been released about the individual's identity, motive, or whether anything was compromised during the incident. Military officials have not yet said how the breach occurred or whether security procedures will change.
- 5Bulls acquire Buddy Hield from Hornets in trade▼Bulls-Hornets trade: Chicago adds shooting in Buddy Hield as Charlotte takes flier on Rob Dillingham
The Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a trade that sends veteran shooter Buddy Hield to Chicago, while Charlotte acquires young guard Rob Dillingham. The deal gives the Bulls added perimeter scoring, while the Hornets take a low-risk chance on developing Dillingham's potential as part of their rebuild.
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The Chicago Bulls have acquired veteran sharpshooter Buddy Hield, adding one of the NBA's most prolific three-point shooters to their roster. The move gives Chicago a proven perimeter scorer as the team continues reshaping its roster. Details of the full terms of the deal have not yet been widely reported.
- 7Lakers tipped to trade for $10.5M defensive wing▼Lakers predicted to trade for rival $10.5M 3-and-D wing, elite defender, ex-Luka Doncic teammate
A trade prediction making the rounds has the Los Angeles Lakers acquiring a $10.5 million 3-and-D wing described as an elite defender and a former teammate of Luka Doncic. The target would address the Lakers' need for perimeter defense and reliable shooting alongside their stars. Details on which rival team or player would be involved were not specified in the report, leaving fans to debate the feasibility of the proposed deal.