After a decades-long investigation, the remains of U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Donald W. Downing, missing since a 1967 Vietnam War mission, have been identified. A recovery team located wreckage and possible human remains in Quang Binh Province, Vietnam, in Spring 2024. DPAA scientists utilized anthropological analysis, DNA testing, and circumstantial evidence to confirm the identity. Lt. Col. Downing will receive full military honors, including a funeral at Arlington National Cemetery, and a rosette will be added to his name on the Courts of the Missing.
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The Royal Navy tracked the Russian spy ship Yantar, known for intelligence gathering and mapping underwater infrastructure, near UK waters this week. Defense Secretary John Healey stated this incident, the second in recent months, demonstrates escalating Russian aggression and prompted a warning to President Putin. The UK deployed HMS Somerset and HMS Tyne to monitor Yantar, even authorizing a Royal Navy submarine to surface nearby as a deterrent. Following a verbal warning, the ship departed UK waters.
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Following a national prayer service at Washington National Cathedral, President Trump condemned Bishop Mariann Budde’s remarks as “nasty” and politically motivated, criticizing her focus on marginalized groups and immigrants. He took to Truth Social to demand an apology from Budde and the Episcopal Church, alleging her speech was inappropriate and uninspiring. Trump further criticized the service’s overall quality, deeming it “boring and uninspiring.” The President’s response followed Budde’s plea for mercy and recognition of the fears and vulnerabilities of various communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals and undocumented immigrants.
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Greenland’s Prime Minister, Mute Egede, is requesting a meeting with President Trump to address the latter’s interest in acquiring the territory. Egede emphasized Greenland’s desire for independence from Denmark, explicitly rejecting any American annexation. Greenland, with a population of roughly 57,000, has been under foreign rule for centuries, first under Norway and then Denmark. While granted autonomy in 2009, Denmark still controls Greenland’s foreign and security policies.
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A shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tennessee, resulted in one female student fatality and one injured student. The male shooter, also a student, died by suicide following the incident in the school cafeteria. Law enforcement, including multiple state and federal agencies, responded to the scene, placing the school on lockdown. The school, which houses approximately 2,000 students, is currently working on student reunification.
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Following his inauguration, President Trump criticized Bishop Mariann Budde’s prayer, which implored him to show mercy to marginalized groups. He deemed her remarks “nasty” and demanded an apology, falsely linking immigration to a crime wave. Trump’s reaction contrasts sharply with his apparent leniency towards the January 6th rioters. This incident highlights Trump’s intolerance towards dissenting voices and his disregard for the concerns of vulnerable populations.
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Danish politician Anders Vistisen vehemently rejected U.S. President Trump’s proposal to purchase Greenland, emphasizing its 800-year integration into the Danish kingdom and denouncing the suggestion as an unacceptable attack on national sovereignty. Vistisen’s strong rebuke, including the use of profanity, resulted in reprimand from the European Parliament. Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute B Egede similarly rejected Trump’s proposition, asserting Greenland’s right to self-determination. Trump, however, has maintained his interest in Greenland for national security reasons, previously suggesting both economic pressure and the use of force as potential methods of acquisition.
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Hegseth routinely passing out from alcohol abuse is a serious concern raised by a witness. This alleged behavior raises significant questions about his suitability for high-level positions, particularly given the responsibilities associated with such roles. The potential impact on his judgment and decision-making capabilities is undeniable.
The claim of routine blackouts due to alcohol abuse paints a concerning picture of Hegseth’s lifestyle and raises serious doubts about his ability to handle the pressures and demands of a significant government position. It’s hard to imagine anyone in such a critical role regularly engaging in behavior that could lead to impaired judgment.
Adding to the gravity of the situation is the reported fear expressed by his second wife, Samantha Hegseth.… Continue reading
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