Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow vows ‘massive strikes’ as missile attack on Belgorod kills two Kremlin says strikes would be an ‘appropriate response’ to Ukraine’s ‘path of escalation’ The Independent UK · Aug 30
Missouri Has Already Claimed a National Championship—Just Not This Year’s Only in college football can you claim a title 66 years after the fact. Sports Illustrated · Aug 30
Navy tracks Russian warships in UK waters for three days during ‘intense’ operation First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins said there was no room for complacency in ‘unacceptable risk’ The Independent UK · Aug 29
Navy tracks Russian warships in English Channel during ‘intense’ operation Officials said British warships shadowed the task group before handing over to a Nato ally off the coast of France last week. Evening Standard · Aug 29
What is Hegseth trying to hide? The Pentagon clamps down on Stars and Stripes as questions about the USS Abraham Lincoln arise Salon · Aug 29
US Navy launches missiles from its first drone sailboat — Saildrone Surveyor launches dual JAGM missiles, carrier strike group tests armed USV and electronic warfare The U.S. Navy successfully tested a sail-powered autonomous drone in live-fire exercises in the Pacific. Tom’s Hardware · Aug 29
The US Navy wants its next drone-mounted torpedo to be able to glide silently through the air The US Navy is evaluating two Silent Anvil designs featuring strict size limits, aerial glide requirements, and rapid prototype development. TechRadar · Aug 28
If Things Had Gone Differently, Kayce Dutton May Have Been Played By Another Yellowstone Star It's a sliding stable doors scenario. Cinemablend · Aug 28
US Navy in ‘financial strain’, ‘shortfalls in payroll’: ‘They shot all their weapons, they trashed all their ships, they ran out of their money” Has the US Navy really run out of money? We Got This Covered · Aug 28
In 1922, a Hawaiian family bought a remote Pacific atoll to harvest coconuts; they later fought the US Navy, rejected casino plans and sold it for conservation Palmyra Atoll, once a thriving coconut farming locale, eventually became a military base before a legal dispute saw it reverted to its original owners. With scientists emphasizing its ecological significance, conservationists stepped in to secure the atoll. Today, it stands as a protected scientific reserve and wildlife haven, where researchers… The Times of India · Aug 28
In 1850, a California rancher brought 45 sheep to San Miguel Island; by 1862 there were 6,000, and after grazing denuded the island the last 148 were eliminated in 1966 Once, on a remote island battered by fierce winds and surrounded by the Pacific, there existed a peculiar ranching empire. San Miguel Island, now part of California’s Channel Islands National Park, was once home to thousands of sheep, isolated ranching families, and a sprawling ranch complex built partly from shipwreck… The Times of India · Aug 28
US to send new aircraft carrier to Middle East as Iran war drags on The USS Theodore Roosevelt strike group is expected to deploy to the Middle East in coming weeks, replacing the USS George Washington after more than seven months at sea. The move comes as the US maintains carrier-based strike capabilities amid its war with Iran, while seeking to ease pressure on… The Economic Times · Aug 28
Navy Accuses Sailor Who Jumped Off USS Lincoln of 'Malingering' Could Dock His Pay A 19-year-old sailor faces disciplinary action after a suicide attempt, raising concerns about the Navy's handling of mental health issues during deployments. His wife criticises the lack of support. International Business Times UK · Aug 27
Space · Aug 27 Astronaut Jonny Kim leaves NASA, will return to active military duty NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is leaving the space agency to continue his military career. Kim, who's also a medical doctor, completed one spaceflight during his NASA career.
The Guardian - US · Aug 27 Trump’s war on Iran is rapidly draining US navy budget, documents and interviews reveal Exclusive: Experts and former officials say accounts are running dry, and funding a war with no clear endgame is the main challenge
The Economic Times · Aug 27 US attack submarine repair delays cost billions, watchdog says US Navy attack submarines face significant maintenance delays, costing billions over a decade. A shortage of dry-dock space has led to vessels waiting up to four years for repairs. This issue has eroded the submarine fleet's readiness and reduced operational availability for national security needs. The problem is expected to…
The Guardian - US · Aug 27 USS Abraham Lincoln to visit port in Thailand after more than 250 days at sea Thai navy says ‘routine’ visit’ will allow personnel to rest and recuperate amid reports of poor conditions onboard
Fortune · Aug 27 Pete Hegseth is worried about the Pentagon’s ‘Soviet-style bureaucracy,’ but the military’s $285 billion maintenance mess is all-American “You have to question whether the resources are being allocated in a way that provides maximum benefits,” Harvard’s Linda Bilmes told Fortune.
The Conversation · Aug 27 USS Abraham Lincoln’s record deployment highlights shortfalls of US military readiness Reports from the USS Abraham Lincoln describe a crew running on almost no sleep and suffering mental strain.
We Got This Covered · Aug 27 Judge rules alleged rape of US Navy civilian engineer by ship’s captain was ‘within her duties’, should be treated as a ‘work injury’ Judge rules that it should be treated like a dislocated shoulder.
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 Engineer Says She Was Raped in Bed Aboard US Navy Ship — Judge Dismisses Lawsuit as Workers' Comp Case Elsie Dominguez's lawsuit against the US Navy was dismissed, reclassified as a workers' compensation case, raising concerns about legal protections for civilian mariners reporting sexual assault.
The Economic Times · Aug 26 Quote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt: 'Never underestimate a man who overestimates himself.' Life lessons from motivational quote on self-belief, confidence, power, unexpected success, ambition, hidden competence, human nature and unpredictability Quote of the day by Franklin D. Roosevelt is, “Never underestimate a man who overestimates himself.” The quote looks at confidence, ambition, risk and human behaviour. It suggests that a person with too much confidence may still create results because they are willing to take risks. The saying also explains…
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 Judge Dismisses Navy Engineer's Rape Lawsuit, Says Alleged Assault by Captain Was Work Injury A Navy engineer's lawsuit over an alleged rape aboard a military ship was dismissed after the Labor Department determined her claim fell under federal workers' compensation law, raising concerns about the system's handling of such cases.
International Business Times UK · Aug 26 Trump Portfolio Bought Up to $500K in Boeing on Same Day the Company Won $880M Navy Deal Donald Trump's latest financial disclosure shows his investment accounts bought Boeing and SpaceX shares alongside more than 1,000 other June transactions, renewing scrutiny of his financial interests in companies that do business with the federal government.