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3 days ago

Pearl Harbor Attack Mobilized U.S. Navy's Largest Battleships with 31,400 Ton USS Arizona Destroyed

"Yesterday, December 7, 1941-a date which will live in infamy -the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by the naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan." President Franklin D. Roosevelt spoke these words in an address to a joint session of Congress and a nationwide radio audience. He continued to set the tone for the United States' entrance into World War II.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

This Massive Ship Has 5,680 Service Members Living Onboard

Nimitz-class aircraft carriers rank among the U.S. Navy's largest warships and U.S. vessels can carry crews ranging from hundreds to over 5,000.
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Army Parade 'Disappointed' Trump, So Navy Will Do One Too

Trump pursued ever-larger spectacle-style military celebrations, expressing disappointment with a June parade and prompting Navy plans for an even bigger fall event.
fromThe Washington Post
4 days ago

U.S. sends 8 warships south on anti-cartel mission, unsettling Venezuela

The U.S. Navy is surging eight warships to the Caribbean and Pacific waters near several Central and South American countries, a significant buildup for a region that has rarely seensuch a large presence of U.S. military vessels and a move that has escalated tensions with nearby Venezuela. The ships are part of an "enhanced counter narcotics operation" to carry out drug interdiction missions in Latin America, a defense official told The Washington Post on the condition of anonymity, to provide details
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Venezuela sends troops to Colombia border as US ships join cartel operation

The US sent two additional navy ships near Venezuela for anti-drug operations while Venezuela deploys 15,000 troops to its border with Colombia.
#world-war-ii
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fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Julia Parsons, U.S. Navy Code Breaker During World War II, Dies at 104

Julia Parsons played a crucial role as a Navy code breaker during WWII, decoding German U-boat messages and providing vital intelligence to Allied forces.
#espionage
fromAxios
1 week ago
World news

U.S. Navy sailor convicted of spying for China after selling "secrets" for $12,000, DOJ says

fromAxios
1 week ago
World news

U.S. Navy sailor convicted of spying for China after selling "secrets" for $12,000, DOJ says

fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Nat Geo's 'Top Guns' takes viewers into the cockpit of the U.S. Navy's elite aviation program

'Top Guns: The Next Generation' showcases the intense training and personal lives of U.S. Navy fighter pilot students striving to earn their wings.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

The U.S. Navy's Most Expensive Weapons Programs in 2026

DOD's requested budget for 2026 is approximately $962 billion, with 40% allocated for weapons development and procurement.
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A South Korean shipyard just picked up a new repair job from the US Navy as it turns to allies to help fix the fleet

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. secured a maintenance, repair, and overhaul contract for the US Navy's Lewis and Clark-class dry cargo ship USNS Alan Shepard.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

What this attack submarine sidelined for a decade says about the US Navy's maintenance failures

"I hear you loud and clear, senator, on how unacceptable it is, how long she's been in the yards."
US news
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

Charting a Path for an Unmanned U.S. Navy Fleet

Adm. Daryl L. Caudle stated that the Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) is an affordable and flexible vessel capable of filling multiple roles within the U.S. Navy fleet.
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from24/7 Wall St.
4 weeks ago

US Navy's Tomahawk Missiles Hit 1,000 Mile Targets Powering Dozens of Combat Roles Since 1991

The US Navy possesses around 296 advanced battle force ships and cutting-edge weaponry, making it a formidable military force.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Australia won't receive Aukus nuclear submarines unless US doubles shipbuilding, admiral warns

Admiral Daryl Caudle stated that the US must double its production rate of Virginia-class submarines to meet its own defence needs and commitments to Australia under the Aukus pact.
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fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

How submarines actually work, according to a former Navy commander

L. David Marquet transformed the USS Santa Fe from a low performer to the highest ranked submarine during his command.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The US Navy faced a 'learning curve' picking the right weapon in the Red Sea fight, Trump's pick for top admiral says

The US Navy learned critical lessons about choosing air defense weapons during encounters with the Houthis in the Red Sea.
#iran
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
US politics

Strikes on Iran showed the need for stealthy submarines that can launch a whole lot of missiles. The US Navy is about to lose that.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
US politics

Strikes on Iran showed the need for stealthy submarines that can launch a whole lot of missiles. The US Navy is about to lose that.

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fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

NASCAR announces race on U.S. Naval base in Coronado scheduled for 2026

NASCAR will host its first street race at Coronado on June 19-21, marking its return to Southern California.
#shipbuilding
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

The US Navy's overreliance on top missile interceptors is 'unsustainable' in more intense fights, top admiral warns

High-end ballistic missile interceptors are being used unsustainably by the US Navy in recent air defense operations.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Are The Starbucks Cafes On Board US Navy Ships Official Stores? - Tasting Table

Navy ships serve Starbucks coffee under the 'We Proudly Serve' program, not official stores.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How To Make Coffee The US Navy Way - Tasting Table

American sailors have historically consumed almost one million cups of coffee daily, mastering the craft of brewing and turning coffee preparation into an art form at sea.
Coffee
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A US Navy nuclear-powered attack submarine just made an unprecedented stop. A top admiral says it sent a message.

USS Newport News' first-time visit to Iceland signals the US commitment to counter growing threats from Russia and China in the Arctic.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

US Navy warships are training to survive the naval nightmares that wrecked Russia's Black Sea Fleet

Amid rapid changes in naval warfare, a ship today could find itself suddenly facing a swarm of small, fast, uncrewed vessels ready to strike hard right at the waterline - a potentially critical hit.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

US Navy warships picked up new Iranian ballistic missile kills in the latest defense of Israel

The Navy confirmed multiple intercepts of Iranian ballistic missiles targeting Israel, highlighting its ongoing commitment to support Israeli defense amidst regional tensions.
US politics
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Harvey Milk Was a Patriot': National Review Columnist Slams Pete Hegseth for Petty and Prejudicial' Renaming of Navy Ship

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fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Pete Hegseth Orders the Navy to Strip Harvey Milk's Name Off Naval Ship

The USNS Harvey Milk is set to be renamed under Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's controversial orders during Pride Month.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Strip gay-rights icon Harvey Milk's name from a Navy ship? California leaders are furious

The Trump administration reportedly plans to rename the USNS Harvey Milk, sparking outrage within the LGBTQ+ community as Pride month begins.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Harvey Milk Was a Patriot': National Review Columnist Slams Pete Hegseth for Petty and Prejudicial' Renaming of Navy Ship

NYC LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Strip gay-rights icon Harvey Milk's name from a Navy ship? California leaders are furious

The Trump administration reportedly plans to rename the USNS Harvey Milk, sparking outrage within the LGBTQ+ community as Pride month begins.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The Pentagon stripped the name of gay rights icon Harvey Milk from a Navy ship. Here's what it's called now.

The US Navy has renamed the USNS Harvey Milk to USNS Oscar V. Peterson, signaling a shift away from political ship naming.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Pete Hegseth Announces New Name for USNS Harvey Milk: Taking the Politics Out of Ship Naming'

The USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed to USNS Oscar V. Peterson by Defense Secretary Hegseth.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

U.S. Navy Has More Personnel Than All Other NATO Navies Combined

The US Navy is essential to NATO, possessing unmatched naval strength and personnel.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

U.S. Deploys 3rd Carrier Group Near Iran While The Navy Adds 100 Warplanes to Region

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is deploying to Europe near the Middle East amidst rising tensions.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

US Navy warships are firing top ballistic missile interceptors at an 'alarming rate,' admiral says

These are assets the US would need in a high-end fight.
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fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

A Naval Mirage

China's naval expansion is rapidly altering the balance of power at sea, but questions remain whether it can effectively coordinate its fleet in war.
Right-wing politics
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

The U.S. Navy is more aggressively telling startups, 'We want you' | TechCrunch

We're more open for business and partnerships than we've ever been before," Fanelli told TechCrunch in a recent Zoom interview. "We're humble and listening more than before, and we recognize that if an organization shows us how we can do business differently, we want that to be a partnership."
NYC startup
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Navy backs right to repair after $13B carrier goes half-fed

Phelan highlighted that a significant portion of repair difficulties arises from restrictive vendor contracts, making basic fixes costly and time-consuming for the Navy's operational equipment.
Tech industry
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

What to know about Guantanamo Bay as Trump prepares more migrant transfers

Trump plans mass deportations including transfers to Guantanamo Bay, a significant escalation in U.S. immigration policy.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

A US Navy warship captain said the Red Sea conflict was a 'knife fight in a phone booth.' China would be way more challenging.

The US Navy is using lessons from the Red Sea conflict to prepare for more complex future maritime engagements, especially with China.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Harvey Milk Loved Something That Scares Pete Hegseth: Democracy

The renaming of the USS Harvey Milk during Pride Month undermines the values of progress and equality championed by Milk.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Axed $170 million contract shows how DOGE-led cuts came over US Navy objections

The 'decision, driven by demonstrably false and misleading claims, directly contradicts the Administration's goals of cutting waste, improving efficiency, and reforming failing IT programs.'
Digital life
#fleet-week
fromGothamist
3 months ago
NYC politics

NYC Fleet Week sailors mourn victims of Mexican Navy crash in East River

This year's Fleet Week starts with a vigil for Mexican sailors lost in a tragic accident, overshadowing the usual celebratory spirit.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago
New York City

Fleet Week NYC 2025: Where to Catch the Parade of Ships and Free Events This Week | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Fleet Week NYC showcases a rich maritime tradition and honors service members through events like the Parade of Ships and public ship tours.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 months ago

NYC Fleet Week sailors mourn victims of Mexican Navy crash in East River

This year's Fleet Week starts with a vigil for Mexican sailors lost in a tragic accident, overshadowing the usual celebratory spirit.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Warship captain explains why the US Navy sent his destroyer fresh off the Red Sea fight to the US southern border

The US Navy deployed three destroyers, including USS Stockdale, to support southern border security with advanced communication and surveillance capabilities.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

US Navy Super Hornets launched history's 'largest airstrike' from an aircraft carrier - 125,000 pounds of munitions, admiral says

US Navy executed the largest airstrike from an aircraft carrier targeting ISIS in Somalia.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Fort Hamilton army base launches 'Salute to Ships' with cannon salute

The "Salute to Ships" tradition, part of Fleet Week New York, begins with a cannon salute at Fort Hamilton, honoring the U.S. Navy's entry into the harbor.
New York City
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

See the 2 anti-drone missiles the US Navy is using to defend aircraft carriers

The US Navy is arming its warships with two reusable anti-drone interceptors designed to counter aerial threats at a fraction of the cost of traditional missiles.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Houthi attacks exposed US Navy issues over ammo supplies, says admiral

Houthi attacks have revealed vulnerabilities in US Navy munitions supplies.
Admiral Kilby emphasized the need for increased production of precision-guided munitions.
Diversifying munitions suppliers could mitigate shortages.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

U.S. Navy Loses Another Fighter Jet After Second F-18 Crashes Into the Red Sea

The U.S. Navy's recent lost fighter jets indicate heightened military tension in the Red Sea region.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

US fighter jet rolls off aircraft carrier as ship reportedly swerves Houthi fire

A fighter jet fell off the USS Harry S Truman during evasive maneuvers against a Houthi attack, forcing sailors to jump to safety.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

A US Navy aircraft carrier in the Red Sea fight just lost another $60 million Super Hornet. This one fell off the ship.

The USS Harry S. Truman lost a $60 million fighter jet due to crew error during operations in the Red Sea.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Uncrewed warships are simple answers to big US Navy problems, says a defense tech company that's building them

The US Navy is exploring autonomous vessels to address shipbuilding and fleet size challenges amid growing tensions with China.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

It looks like a StormBreaker may have landed intact in Yemen, raising the risk the US bomb could fall into the wrong hands

The US Navy is using advanced 'StormBreaker' glide bombs against Houthi forces, highlighting concerns about potential enemy access to unexploded munitions.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Trump Administration Appoints Breitbart Reporter as Chief Spokesperson for U.S. Navy

Kristina Wong has been appointed as chief spokesperson and director of communications for the Department of the U.S. Navy.
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