As tensions rise, both the US and China are ramping up military strategies, technologies, and alliances in preparation for a potential total war, reshaping global security dynamics.

The new bid values Warehouse REIT at 489 million pounds ($664.4 million), a higher price than the previous bid made by U.K. real-estate investment trust Tritax Big Box, Blackstone said.

A memorial service will be held in Gourock in tribute to the local men who died in an infamous First World War battle 110 years ago.