Opinion
Where the Arctic meets the Pacific: America’s overlooked frontline
The author of this op-ed argues the U.S. must make the Pacific Arctic more of a priority before the region is dominated entirely by Russia and China.
By Iris Ferguson
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5 soldiers under ‘military control’ after reportedly stealing ordnance from Fort Hood
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Great Powers on Ice: Coast Guard drops Arctic manifesto
The coastal defense service has been lobbying for an increased focus on America’s Arctic territorial waters.
By Kyle Rempfer
Why the US Navy has 10 ships, 130 aircraft and 9,000 personnel in the Mediterranean
Only twice before in the past two decades have two U.S. aircraft carriers operated together in the Mediterranean Sea at the same time.
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1 Marine Raider killed, two injured in MRZR accident during California training exercise
Two Raiders received minor injuries and one sustained critical injuries as a result of a single-vehicle accident.
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US, Filipino and Aussie forces conduct premier military exercise, but don’t mention China
Officials have said that the major U.S., Filipino and Australian exercise known as Balikatan isn’t aimed at China, but given Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s recent words of warning, observers can be forgiven for thinking that.
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The base has enough supplies to remain fully autonomous for more than a year.
Can extreme sports and adrenaline help veterans with PTSD?
Many are touting the physical and mental healing powers of exercise and regularly participating in adrenaline-inducing activities.
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