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New aircraft carriers to be named for former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush

U.S. News // 1 week ago

New aircraft carriers to be named for former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush

Two nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, to be constructed "in the years ahead," will carry the names of former President Bill Clinton and former President George W. Bush, the White House announced Monday.

USPS unveils Forever stamp commemorating Betty Ford

U.S. News // 10 months ago

USPS unveils Forever stamp commemorating Betty Ford

First lady Jill Biden and the U.S. Postal Service on Wednesday unveiled the artwork of a Forever stamp commemorating former first lady Betty Ford.

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to return to Virginia

U.S. News // 1 year ago

USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group to return to Virginia

The USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group is returning to port in Norfolk, Va., after being deployed to the Mediterranean in October amid renewed fighting between Hamas and the Israeli military and threats to shipping.

Navy helicopters sink three Houthi rebel boats in self defense

U.S. News // 1 year ago

Navy helicopters sink three Houthi rebel boats in self defense

U.S. Navy helicopters sank three small boats carrying Houthi militants in the Red Sea, killing the crews, after U.S. warships responded to a distress call from a merchant vessel, military officials said Sunday.

Republicans, Democrats grapple with identity crises as election year looms

U.S. News // 1 year ago

Republicans, Democrats grapple with identity crises as election year looms

In this era of political crisis, parties are testing what it means to be a Republican or Democrat. That friction, and the uncertainty it brings, is nothing new. But the current iteration may have broader consequences.

Fundraising lags for RNC, some state Republican parties

U.S. News // 1 year ago

Fundraising lags for RNC, some state Republican parties

The Republican National Committee -- and some embattled state parties -- are dragging behind previous election cycles in fundraising weeks before the first primary voting for president in 2024.

Iran's 'axis of resistance' to Israel begins to crack

Voices // 1 year ago

Iran's 'axis of resistance' to Israel begins to crack

Cracks are beginning to show in the so-called "axis of resistance" over the war in Gaza.

5 Army aviators die in Veteran's Day Mediterranean chopper crash

U.S. News // 1 year ago

5 Army aviators die in Veteran's Day Mediterranean chopper crash

The Pentagon confirmed Sunday that five American Army special operations soldiers were killed Friday in an MH-60 helicopter crash during a training exercise "mishap" over the Mediterranean Sea.

Palestinian experts: Oppression, absence of path to peace brought new war with Israel

World News // 1 year ago

Palestinian experts: Oppression, absence of path to peace brought new war with Israel

The Israel-Hamas war that entered its second week amid diplomatic activity aimed at containing its escalation, shows the failure and lack of willingness to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, experts said.

U.S. stands 'with Israel, make no mistake,' Joe Biden tells world as Gaza conflict rages

U.S. News // 1 year ago

U.S. stands 'with Israel, make no mistake,' Joe Biden tells world as Gaza conflict rages

U.S. President Joe Biden delivered remarks Tuesday on the ongoing conflict between the Palestinian militant group Hamas and the Israeli military.

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For myself and for our nation, I want to thank my predecessor for all he did to heal our land
Carter hails Ford as friend, leader Jan 03, 2007

The significance of our findings is that they demonstrate a new approach to explaining the emergence and maintenance of cooperation in animals and humans
Study speaks to roots of cooperation Nov 21, 2001

This planned contract modification is essential to continuing the ship design to support construction
Contract modification given for carrier Nov 15, 2010