MAY 1, 2026 — U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet departed Laem Chabang, Thailand following a planned port visit March 30, 2026. The port visit demonstrated the continuation of over 190 years of friendly relations between the U.S.-Thai government. "Our visit to Thailand has been a highlight for the crew of the USS Blue Ridge, and we … [Read more...]
Guard Assists with Georgia Wildfires
MAY 1, 2026 – U.S. Army Soldiers with the Augusta-based 877th Engineer Company, 878th Engineer Battalion, 648th Maneuver Enhancement Brigade, Georgia Army National Guard, have joined the multiagency wildfire response in South Georgia. The team arrived April 28 in Echols County, Georgia, with two D6 dozers to stop the fire spread by clearing fire breaks. “What they’re … [Read more...]
Team Trains for Radiological, Explosive Threats
MAY 1, 2026 - The Nevada National Guard's 92nd Civil Support Team conducted its annual "Beta Burn" exercise at the Ormsby House in Carson City, Nevada, April 23, training alongside local and federal partners to respond to simulated radiological and explosive threats. Beta Burn focuses on preparing agencies to detect and respond to radiological hazards, with this exercise … [Read more...]
King and Queen Honor a Shared History of Service and Sacrifice
MAY 1, 2026 - On April 30, 2026, cannons fired a 21-gun salute as King Charles III and Queen Camilla entered Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) for an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The ceremony took place on the final day of the royal couple’s state visit to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. The … [Read more...]
DoW FY27 Budget Includes Nuclear Triad Investment
MAY 1, 2026 - The War Department aims to modernize the U.S. nuclear triad — including air, land and sea weapons — and the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal includes ample investment to make that happen, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during testimony on Capitol Hill today. "[This budget] invests in it — $71 billion in our nuclear triad and [nuclear command, control and … [Read more...]