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Battlecarriers, rugby revolt, and rising DDR5 costs as flu fears mount and Trump-world turns telegenic—Vance plots 2028, Pritzker coasts, and Zelensky heads to Mar-a-Lago with a revised peace plan
Cold War “battlecarriers”, because someone always wants to bolt a flight deck onto a battleship
Late Cold War U.S. Navy planners toyed with converting Iowa-class battleships into “battlecarriers”, adding a flight deck for STOVL aircraft while keeping the big guns. It was part of the recurring military hobby of “what if we duct-taped the future onto the past instead of building a new ship.”
Welsh rugby clubs blast WRU proposals, cite lack of consultation
Several SRC clubs have teamed up to criticize proposals from the Welsh Rugby Union, complaining they were not properly consulted. Their objections were outlined in an email sent to WRU chair Richard Collier-Keywood.
DDR5 prices are climbing, laptop makers brace for higher costs and delays
Laptop manufacturers are preparing for record-high DDR5 memory costs, even as some lock in early supply deals with Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix. Prices could rise as much as 45 percent by the end of 2026, pushing laptop price hikes, delayed launches, and other workarounds, including letting customers supply their own RAM for custom builds. After a Windows 11 upgrade bump, PC sales could soften in 2026 as sticker shock kicks in.
Family volunteering boosts kids’ confidence, and yes, even a 3-year-old can help
Volunteering as a family can build children’s confidence and responsibility while creating shared memories. One volunteer said people doubted what a 3-year-old could do, but the child succeeded once given a real chance.
Trump’s national security team goes loud, telegenic, and highly performative
As Trump’s national security lineup takes shape, several figures are adopting unusually prominent public profiles with frequent TV hits, dramatic messaging, and attention-grabbing personal branding. The visibility matches Trump’s taste for camera-ready appointees, but critics warn that in national security, showmanship can undermine credibility and raise risk.
JD Vance eyes 2026 midterms as runway for 2028, while staying in Trump’s shadow
Vice President JD Vance is expected to use the 2026 midterms to build national support for a possible 2028 presidential run, traveling to back candidates while staying closely aligned with President Trump. The plan is to raise Vance’s profile without looking overly eager, since Trump tends to monopolize the spotlight.
Flu season worries rise as influenza A K subclade spreads
Health concerns this flu season are being driven by the spread of the K subclade of influenza A. Related subtypes have historically been linked to higher hospitalization and death rates than other strains.
Pritzker cruises in governor primary, but his Senate pick faces trouble
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker is expected to easily win the March 17 Democratic gubernatorial primary as he seeks a third term, but his political clout is being tested in the state’s U.S. Senate primary. He is backing Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin, but she is struggling against two major rivals, and a loss would be an awkward setback for the billionaire governor and possible 2028 contender.
Zelensky expected at Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump, present revised peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to visit Mar-a-Lago to meet with President Trump and present a revised 20-point plan aimed at ending the war with Russia. Zelensky says two major unresolved issues remain, the future of Donbas and control of a Russian-occupied nuclear power plant, as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine.
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