UNBELIEVABLE: 12 | History Defined

US Army Uses Four-Day GTA 6 Pass as Bizarre Incentive to Keep Soldiers for Two More Years

A US Army battalion in Georgia offers a four-day pass to play Grand Theft Auto VI for soldiers who re-enlist for at least two years, aiming to boost retention.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

Prince Harry says the ‘world needs more heroes’ as he looks to launch commercial scheme for veterans

Comes as Harry, who served in the Army, looks to move back to the UK

The Independent UK · Aug 20

In 1942, a US soldier wrote 300 love letters to his wife; 80 years later the mysterious box appeared at a USO office

In 2022, a cardboard box containing more than 300 letters written by a US Army soldier during the Second World War arrived unexpectedly at a United Service Organisations (USO) office in New York. The letters belonged to Louis ‘Speedy’ Weber, a young soldier who spent years overseas writing to his…

The Times of India · Aug 20

US Army Bets on GTA 6 to Boost Soldier Morale and Reenlistment: Leaked Memo Reveals Unusual Incentive

A US Army battalion in Georgia is using the GTA 6 release to boost soldier retention with exclusive time-off offers. Learn about the Army's strategic incentives and the impact on troop morale.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

SC slams Indian Coast Guard (ICG) for denying permanent commission to female officer

The Supreme Court criticized the Indian Coast Guard for denying a permanent commission. The court found the Coast Guard's policy vague and arbitrary in its decision-making. It gave the Coast Guard two weeks to decide on officer Priyanka Tyagi's induction. The court stated it would not allow women officers to…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

From Mary Kom to Jaismine, Chhote Lal Yadav's quiet craft earns him the Dronacharya

Chhote Lal Yadav received the Dronacharya Award for his unique coaching methods. He successfully extended MC Mary Kom's career and transformed Jaismine Lamboria into a world champion. Yadav tailors training programs to each boxer's individual needs and physical requirements. His personalized approach has led to significant achievements for his boxers.…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

GTA 6 Hype Hits Army: Fort Stewart Battalion Reportedly Rewards Re-Enlistment With 4-Day Pass To Play the Game

A US Army battalion at Fort Stewart offers a four-day pass for soldiers to play GTA 6 as a re-enlistment incentive, aiming to boost retention among younger troops.

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

Democrat Angie Nixon defeats Alexander Vindman in surprise Florida Senate primary upset

Angie Nixon secured a surprise Democratic Senate primary victory in Florida. She will now face Republican Ashley Moody in the general election. Byron Donalds and David Jolly won their respective governor primary nominations. New congressional maps are expected to favor Republicans significantly. These primaries set the stage for Florida's November…

The Times of India · Aug 19

Florida Rep. Cory Mills loses primary as Wasserman Schultz, Moskowitz prevail

Florida Rep. Cory Mills, who’s faced scrutiny over allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations, joined the list of House incumbents to lose reelection bids this year. But a handful of other Florida members, including Democrats Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Jared Moskowitz, held off primary challenges Tuesday. In the…

Roll Call · Aug 18

George Square statue to be left without sword due to 'slavery links'

A George Square statue of an Army General who upheld slavery will be left without a sword.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 18