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April 30, 2024

Military jet crashes near Holloman Air Force Base in New Mexico

An F-16 fighter jet crashed near Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo, New Mexico, on Tuesday, and the pilot was able to safely eject from the aircraft.

April 30, 2024

30 men have died while attempting to flee Ukraine to avoid military service, official says

Since the onset of the war with Russia in 2022, approximately 30 Ukrainian men have lost their lives while attempting to flee Ukraine to avoid military service.

April 29, 2024

Last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War lies in honor at US Capitol

Col. Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War, was honored with a ceremony in the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol surrounded by family members.

April 29, 2024

Trial underway for military families suing US government over tainted water at Hawaii base

Richelle Dietz is among 17 people suing the U.S. over jet fuel leaks and health problems allegedly linked to contaminated water on their military base.

April 29, 2024

On this day in history, April 29, 2004, World War II Memorial opens in Washington, D.C.: 'Stirs memories'

The World War II Memorial opened to the public on this day in history, April 29, 2004, after more than two years of work on its construction. It honors the lives lost in WWII.

April 28, 2024

On this day in history, April 28, 1967, Muhammad Ali refuses to serve military at height of Vietnam War

Heavyweight boxing champ Muhammad Ali refused to join the United States military at the height of the Vietnam War on this day in history, April 28, 1967.

April 27, 2024

Ukraine lawmaker, 34, fights for Kharkiv in the public square

Ukrainian parliament member Mariia Mezentseva constantly posts about the damage done to her hometown of Kharkiv due to Russia attacks, including damaging power in residential areas.

April 27, 2024

Russian troops went on drunken killing spree in occupied Ukraine: reports

The Kherson region, which remains partially under Russian occupation, has allegedly suffered abuses under the reign of Moscow, with troops targeting marginalized populations.

April 27, 2024

Thousands head to the gym in honor of fallen Marine

Travis Manion Foundation President Ryan Manion highlights the organization’s workout challenge and shares the vision of the foundation.

April 27, 2024

On this day in history, April 27, 1805, US Marines attack shores of Tripoli, key victory in Barbary Wars

The United States Marines Corps proved its resolve by leading a mercenary force on an incredible attack on Tripoli during the Barbary Wars on this day in history, April 27, 1805.