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February 21, 2024

Coast Guard launches whale sighting alerts in Seattle so boats will steer clear

The Coast Guard has launched a program to alert vessels of whale sightings in Washington state's Salish Sea in an effort to keep the whales safe from boat strikes and noise.

February 21, 2024

Putin’s nuke threat endangers some of America’s coolest technology

Russian President Putin’s nuclear threat in space endangers all sorts of key American technology from a missile early warning system to GPS, which is part of much of what we do.

February 20, 2024

Ukraine prime minister urges US aid approval for ammunition to end Russia’s invasion

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Tuesday that there is an urgent need for long-range missiles and other military supplies to counter Russia's invasion.

February 20, 2024

Yemen's Houthi rebels continue to launch attacks despite month of US-led airstrikes

Despite U.S.-led airstrikes targeting them, Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels continue launching significant attacks, damaging ships in the Red Sea and downing American drones.

February 20, 2024

Russia is reviving influence tactics to destabilize European countries, UK report says

A recent report from the Royal United Services Institute warns that Russia is actively rebuilding its capacity to destabilize European countries and expand its influence.

February 20, 2024

Antony Blinken reportedly asked staff to use gender-neutral terms

Secretary of State Antony Blinken asks staff to avoid gendered terms according to reports

February 20, 2024

Guinea's military dissolves government abruptly, announcing plan for new administration

Military leaders in Guinea have dissolved the government without explanation and announced plans to appoint a new one. Guinea has been under military rule since 2021.

February 20, 2024

Taiwan protests after Chinese coast guard boards tourist boat near Kinmen archipelago

Tensions between Taiwan and China have escalated following China's boarding of a tourist boat near the Kinmen archipelago. The incident sparked protests from Taiwan.

February 19, 2024

Houthis claim to shoot down US MQ-9 Reaper drone in Red Sea

Two U.S. officials tell Fox News an Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone has crashed near Yemen after Houthi rebels claimed to have shot one down.

February 19, 2024

Vulnerable Dem senator breaks silence on Biden admin providing veteran medical resources to illegal immigrants

Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., has broken his silence about the VA's efforts to assist with healthcare claims by illegal immigrants who are currently held in ICE's custody.