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US news
fromFast Company
57 minutes ago

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.
#religion
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth uses faith as a weapon - LGBTQ Nation

Pete Hegseth has led Christian worship services at the Department of Defense, emphasizing divine sovereignty amid military actions.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Pete Hegseth uses faith as a weapon - LGBTQ Nation

Pete Hegseth has led Christian worship services at the Department of Defense, emphasizing divine sovereignty amid military actions.
#artificial-intelligence
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 days ago

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

Lawmakers expressed significant concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government operations, military actions, and societal impacts.
SF politics
fromFast Company
2 days ago

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

Lawmakers expressed significant concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government operations, military actions, and societal impacts.
#ben-roberts-smith
#israel
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Pete Hegseth Adds Press and Pulp Fiction to His Sacrilege

"The path of the downed aviator is beset on all sides by the iniquities of the selfish and the tyranny of evil men. Blessed is he who in the name of camaraderie and duty, shepherd the lost..."
Right-wing politics
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Good Morning, News: Jury Finds Live Nation a Harmful Monopoly, Oregon National Guard Members Headed to Middle East, and AI Val Kilmer Still Seems Bad - Portland Mercury

Portland's local news includes ethics complaints, weather updates, and military deployments.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Hegseth Lashes Out at Trump-Hating Press' With Bonkers Bible Rant and Trump-Jesus Analogy

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticized the media for negative coverage, comparing them to biblical Pharisees and President Trump to Jesus.
#pentagon
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Right-wing politics

Pray With Me Please': Pete Hegseth Reads Fake Bible Quote From Pulp Fiction' During Pentagon Prayer Service

fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Right-wing politics

Pray With Me Please': Pete Hegseth Reads Fake Bible Quote From Pulp Fiction' During Pentagon Prayer Service

World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Airstrike by Nigeria, U.S. ally against Islamist militants, kills scores

The Nigerian military's attack on a market killed over 100 civilians, contradicting claims of targeting terrorists.
#greenland
World news
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

I Went to Greenland and Saw a Warning for Canada | The Walrus

Greenland prepares for potential American military aggression amid rising tensions over its resources.
World news
fromThe Walrus
4 days ago

I Went to Greenland and Saw a Warning for Canada | The Walrus

Greenland prepares for potential American military aggression amid rising tensions over its resources.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

British army chief says manosphere is fuelling misogyny in the military

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the challenges of misogyny in the military, as highlighted by General Sir Roly Walker.
#defense
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UK's armed forces are in a sad state and they have only themselves to blame

George Robertson criticizes Keir Starmer for complacency in defense investment amid growing security threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Ex-Army General Slams Hegseth for Pitching Iran War as a Christian Crusade Against Islam'

General McCaffrey criticizes Defense Secretary Hegseth for misleading Trump and promoting a dangerous narrative about the war against Iran.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

UK's armed forces are in a sad state and they have only themselves to blame

George Robertson criticizes Keir Starmer for complacency in defense investment amid growing security threats.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Ex-Army General Slams Hegseth for Pitching Iran War as a Christian Crusade Against Islam'

General McCaffrey criticizes Defense Secretary Hegseth for misleading Trump and promoting a dangerous narrative about the war against Iran.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

Ukraine is slowing Russia down and clawing back ground in key areas, war experts say. Here's how it's finding fresh wins.

Ukrainian forces are slowing Russia's advance and achieving significant territorial gains, marking a notable shift in the conflict.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US Elections

Maggie Haberman Drops Pile Of Reasons to Worry Trump Could Use Military to Seize Control': These Are Understandable Concerns'

Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Down the rabbit hole: Trump offers dark Iran warnings after Easter bunny act

Trump's disconnect from reality raises concerns about his focus on military operations over civilian impacts during the Iran conflict.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Give It Up Or Go to Jail!' Trump Threatens Media Company Over Alleged Rescue Leak

Trump threatened a media company over a leak regarding a U.S. military rescue mission in Iran, citing national security concerns.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Maggie Haberman Drops Pile Of Reasons to Worry Trump Could Use Military to Seize Control': These Are Understandable Concerns'

Concerns about Trump potentially using military force to influence elections are growing among political analysts and commentators.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Sam Stein Slams Trump Critics for Piling on Prez With TACO' Comments: Not About Chickening Out'

Trump accepted a ceasefire proposal but faced criticism for his earlier threats and handling of the situation in Iran.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Down the rabbit hole: Trump offers dark Iran warnings after Easter bunny act

Trump's disconnect from reality raises concerns about his focus on military operations over civilian impacts during the Iran conflict.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Give It Up Or Go to Jail!' Trump Threatens Media Company Over Alleged Rescue Leak

Trump threatened a media company over a leak regarding a U.S. military rescue mission in Iran, citing national security concerns.
#journalism
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Badenoch warns Trump represents new US normal and vows to increase UK army by 20,000

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Iranian ambassador suggests Tehran could strike British bases

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical events.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Badenoch warns Trump represents new US normal and vows to increase UK army by 20,000

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Iranian ambassador suggests Tehran could strike British bases

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting during critical events.
Higher education
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Harvard leaders salute National Security Fellows - Harvard Gazette

Harvard maintains a strong connection with the military through shared values and the service of students and alumni over the years.
#corruption
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Russia jails former Kursk governor in Ukraine incursion-linked graft probe

Alexei Smirnov, former governor of Kursk, was sentenced to 14 years for accepting bribes linked to inadequate border fortifications against Ukraine.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Russia jails former Kursk governor in Ukraine incursion-linked graft probe

Alexei Smirnov, former governor of Kursk, was sentenced to 14 years for accepting bribes linked to inadequate border fortifications against Ukraine.
#ai
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

There's no shortage of terrifying technology': how AI became TV drama's new go-to villain

AI is portrayed as a powerful and dangerous tool in modern surveillance and military operations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Could Have Been a Woman!' MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell Fumes Over Pete Hegseth Saying We Leave No Man Behind'

O'Donnell criticized Hegseth for using the phrase 'leave no man behind,' stating that it reflects an old school mentality that ignores the presence of female soldiers in the military.
Women in technology
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Not unique to war': millions of Americans suffer from moral injury. What's causing it?

Moral injury, recognized by the American Psychiatric Association, arises from actions contradicting deeply held beliefs, affecting mental health across various contexts.
#iran
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
World news

Retired General Calls Trump an Absolutely Terrible Commander-in-Chief,' Predicts Nuremberg Trials' for His Illegal' Orders

fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

House Democrat Accuses Trump of Being Ignorant or Lying to the American Public' About Iran's Anti-Aircraft Capabilities

fromAxios
3 weeks ago
World news

What to know about Iran's military as the U.S. weighs ground operations

World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Retired General Calls Trump an Absolutely Terrible Commander-in-Chief,' Predicts Nuremberg Trials' for His Illegal' Orders

Retired Brig. Gen. Steve Anderson criticized Trump's handling of the Iran situation, predicting severe consequences and labeling him a terrible commander-in-chief.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

House Democrat Accuses Trump of Being Ignorant or Lying to the American Public' About Iran's Anti-Aircraft Capabilities

Rep. Seth Moulton accused President Trump of ignorance or lying about Iran's anti-aircraft capabilities after a U.S. jet was shot down.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox's Jonathan Hunt Calls Downed American Jet Best-Case Scenario' for Iran

The downing of an American F-15 over Iran is seen as a significant propaganda victory for Iran.
World news
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

What to know about Iran's military as the U.S. weighs ground operations

Iran continues military actions despite claims of war being over, prompting U.S. troop considerations in the Middle East.
#war-crimes
#rescue-operation
fromDefector
1 week ago

Polymarket Apologizes For Taking Bets On American Pilots Downed Over Iran | Defector

Polymarket then posted what they call a 'market' on when the rescue mission would be complete. Users who paged over to Polymarket's Iran tab would have scrolled by 'Kharg Island no longer under Iranian control by...?' and 'Hezbollah military action against Israel on...?' to get to 'US confirms pilots rescued by...?'
Poker
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Maynard James Keenan Shows Support for Ex-Classmate, General Randy George, Following Ouster

When my heart spoke louder than the outside influencers and I declined my appointment to West Point, most of those around me saw it as a huge mistake. But a handful were very supportive. They knew me well enough to respect that decision. One of those supportive classmates was my cross-country teammate, Randy George.
Retirement
#us-airforce
World news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump says U.S. military has rescued airman shot down over Iran

A U.S. Airforce officer was rescued after evading capture in Iran for over a day following his plane being shot down.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Russian army records almost no territorial gains for first time since 2023, analysis shows

Russia's army made minimal territorial gains in Ukraine in March, marking a significant slowdown in their offensive efforts.
Washington DC
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Trump seeks $1.5T for defense, 10% cut to domestic programs

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes a $1.5 trillion defense spending increase, the largest since World War II.
Retirement
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Hegseth removes Army's top general during Iran war

George was nominated by President Biden in 2023 but was asked to retire immediately by Hegseth.
US politics
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Deadline issued for UFO videos as Congress warns of 'threat' to US

Lawmakers demand federal agencies release UFO videos by April 14, 2026, citing potential threats to US military forces.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock's home

Army pilots' suspension lifted after hovering near Kid Rock's home during training; no investigation or punishment will occur.
#drones
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Who Is Spying on America's Nuclear Triad?

Ukraine effectively uses small drones in warfare, raising concerns about U.S. military preparedness for drone threats.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Alarming Number of Unauthorized Drones' Spotted Over US Air Base

Unidentified drones were spotted over Barksdale Air Force Base, prompting a shelter-in-place order and raising security concerns amid tensions with Iran.
#iraq
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Loyalty campaign': Iraqi armed groups in Iran as US talks of ground war

Iraqi pro-Iran fighters delivered humanitarian aid to Iran amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

Iraq accuses U.S. of killing 7 soldiers in clinic strike

The Iraqi government accused the U.S. of an airstrike that killed seven Iraqi military members, straining relations between the two nations.
#germany
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: Iran war stokes new inflation fears

A third of Germans anticipate significant price increases for food, energy, and transport due to inflation concerns.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Germany news: Iran war stokes new inflation fears

A third of Germans anticipate significant price increases for food, energy, and transport due to inflation concerns.
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

You Can Prob Guess Who Just Blocked 2 Women and 2 Black Officials from Their Pentagon Promotions

Hegseth removed two female and two Black officers' names from a one-star promotion list, even though he's really not explicitly allowed to do so.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

GOP Rep Says Republicans Will Lose 60 to 70 Seats' If Trump Launches Iran Ground Invasion

If Trump sends ground troops to the Middle Eastern country, we lose 60 to 70 seats, warned an anonymous Republican House representative.
US politics
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

SoCal towing company auctioned Camp Pendleton service members' cars while they were deployed, DOJ claims

S&K Towing sold nearly 150 military members' cars illegally while they were deployed overseas, violating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
#colombia
SF parents
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Military Families Once Again Brace for a Knock

Tyler Simmons, a dedicated Air Force technical sergeant, died in a plane crash, leaving his family to navigate profound grief and loss.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago

Six killed as Qatar army helicopter crashes due to technical malfunction'

Six people confirmed dead in a Qatari military helicopter crash due to a technical malfunction.
Law
fromemptywheel
4 weeks ago

More Thread - emptywheel

Recent legal news includes judgments against various individuals and entities, alongside geopolitical tensions involving Iran and U.S. military involvement.
fromTechCrunch
4 weeks ago

A French Navy officer accidentally leaked the location of an aircraft carrier by logging his run on Strava | TechCrunch

A representative for the French Armed Forces stated that the officer's behavior 'does not comply with current guidelines,' which 'sailors are regularly made aware of.'
France news
US politics
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Everyone Agrees, Nobody Sees

A multicultural military harnesses immigrant experiences and diverse perspectives to strengthen national defense and improve collective decision-making.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

What a Special Moment': John Roberts Gushes Over Trump's Fort Bragg Speech as President Dances to YMCA'

President Trump danced to YMCA at Fort Bragg, celebrated Special Forces, greeted service members with the First Lady, and warned Iran mentioning Operation Midnight Hammer.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Man who tried to kill Army officer handed life sentence

A 25-year-old man has been handed a life sentence for attempting to murder a uniformed Army officer in a "vicious and deliberate" attack near a barracks in Kent. Anthony Esan will be detained in hospital indefinitely after repeatedly stabbing Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton with two knives in Sally Port Gardens, near Brompton Barracks, Chatham, on July 23 2024.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Soldier's death at barracks ruled as misadventure

Trooper Jack Burnell-Williams died by misadventure nine days after escorting Queen Elizabeth II's coffin; the coroner found no settled suicidal intent, attributing actions to stress and anguish.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Libya's military chief dies in plane crash in Turkey DW 12/23/2025

Libya's military chief and four others died when a Dassault Falcon 50 crashed near Haymana, Turkey, after losing contact 40 minutes post-departure from Ankara.
#weather
US news
fromMilitary.com
4 months ago

Inside Military Life: Johnny Vargas Shares How He Turned Social Media Curiosity Into Booming Side Business

Johnny Vargas builds a lucrative social media and consulting business while serving as an Army NCO and plans to continue after medical retirement.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

With Benin elections near, failed coup shakes democracy DW 12/09/2025

An attempted coup in Benin by disgruntled soldiers citing security failures and unfair promotions sparked regional alarm despite rapid containment and worries about democratic backsliding.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

Michael Carrozzo: Service, Strength, and Stillness in Motion

For Michael Carrozzo, leadership isn't about titles or recognition, It's about showing up every day with purpose. "You don't wait for opportunity," he says. "You create it through consistency." From growing up in Southern California to serving as a Major in the U.S. Army, Carrozzo's story is about discipline, adaptability, and staying true to what matters. His approach to life blends focus and humility, forged through years of service and strengthened by hobbies that keep him grounded.
US news
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