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China Extends Threatening Military Exercises Around Taiwan
The military has said the exercises involving missile strikes, warplanes and ship movements crossing the midline of the Taiwan Strait dividing the sides were a response to U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the self-ruled island last week.
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As Military Recruiters Struggle, Air Force Seeks Lift From Tom Cruise's ‘Top Gun'
Recruiters are offering bigger bonuses and other incentives to those who sign up. And they are seizing on the boost that Hollywood may offer – such as the buzz over the sequel to the 1986 hit “Top Gun.”
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‘Military Days' Open at the Palm Springs Tram
Military members may receive free admission to the famous attraction throughout July.
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San Diego Defense Contractor Sold Military Aviation Info to China: FBI
A civilian defense contractor living in San Diego pleaded guilty to federal charges Thursday for accepting money from Chinese government representatives in exchange for providing aviation-related information from his American defense contractor employers.
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America's Obesity Epidemic is a Challenge for the Military
More than 70% of Americans ages 17-24 don’t meet the fitness standards to serve in the military, due to a variety of reasons including obesity. That creates a challenge for recruiters and the staff trying to keep personnel fit and healthy.
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‘Worrying Trend': Post-Cold War Drop in Nuclear Weapons Could Be Over
A Swedish arms watchdog says the world’s stockpiles of nuclear weapons are expected to increase in coming years after declining since the end of the Cold War.
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Officials Identify 5 Marines Killed in Osprey Crash in Southern California
Authorities have released the identities of all five Marines who died in Wednesday’s MV-22B Osprey crash in Imperial County, about 150 miles east of San Diego, according to the U.S. Marine Corps.
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US Military: 5 Marines Killed in Aircraft Crash in SoCal Desert
Five Marines were killed Wednesday when a Camp Pendleton-based Osprey crashed in Glamis, California, in Imperial County, the U.S. Marine Corps confirmed Thursday.
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Marine Corps Aircraft Crashes in Southern California
A military aircraft based out of MCAS Camp Pendleton crashed in rural Imperial County east of San Diego with five Marines onboard, Wednesday afternoon, according to authorities.
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History of Memorial Day in the US
Originally established during the Civil War, Memorial Day honors those who have died in military service for the U.S.
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Mechanical Failure Caused Deadly Helicopter Crash Off California Coast, Navy Finds
A command investigation determined that a damper hose failed on the MC-60S Seahawk, causing severe vibrations as the aircraft was landing on a carrier off of San Diego last August.
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Army Eases Fitness Test Standards for Women, Older Troops
The Army has scrapped its move to have a physical fitness test that’s gender- and age-neutral, and will now allow women and older soldiers to pass while meeting some reduced standards.
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US Forces Strengthen Presence in Eastern Europe
American troops continued to arrive in Romania on Friday, as NATO allies reroute military forces to bolster security on the eastern flank.
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Officials: Russia at 70 Percent of Ukraine Military Buildup
U.S. officials say Russia has assembled at least 70 percent of the military firepower it likely intends to have in place by mid-month to give President Vladimir Putin the option of launching a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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469 Marines Discharged Over COVID-Vaccine Mandate
A Marines spokesman said 95% of active-duty Marines are fully vaccinated; only 87% of reserves are, however.
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Deal-Filled Badge Days Begin at Big Bear Snow Play
The outdoor attraction is treating active first responders and military members to two-for-one passes on select days.
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Small Plane Crashes in North Carolina
A small single-engine plane crashed near Raleigh, North Carolina, injuring the pilot.
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Biden Announces Plan to Buy 500M More COVID Tests, Offer Free Masks
President Joe Biden detailed Thursday his administration’s efforts to double its procurement of rapid COVID-19 tests and make high-quality masks available for free as coronavirus cases continue to spike nationwide.
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More Marines Discharged Over Vaccine Refusal, Total at 169
The Marine Corps discharged 66 Marines in the past week for refusing to get the coronavirus vaccine as mandated by the military
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Thousands of Military Families Struggle With Food Insecurity
It’s a hidden crisis that’s existed for years inside one of the most well-funded institutions on the planet and has only worsened during the coronavirus pandemic