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Trump says record Navy deployment in Iran operations 'not nearly long enough'

US President Donald Trump on Friday dismissed concerns about the toll on sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, who have endured a record deployment of almost nine months, saying that the deployment had been “not nearly long enough”. The Lincoln has been supporting the US war against Iran,…

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Trump orders Navy catapult system redesign, replacing state-of-the-art tech with older system

Trump steam catapults: President Trump has directed the US Navy to remove advanced electromagnetic catapults. Older steam-powered catapults will replace the EMALS system on new carriers. This directive affects the USS Doris Miller, the fourth Ford-class carrier. The decision reverses a technological advancement and increases personnel needs. This change occurs…

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US Navy sends new warship to replace USS Lincoln in Iran war amid mental health crisis, sailors threatening to jump overboard

The USS George Washington is heading towards the Middle East as concerns grow. The USS Abraham Lincoln faces an extended deployment, setting a new record. Lawmakers are seeking greater accountability from the Pentagon regarding carrier conditions. The Navy acknowledges disruptions and supply shortages impacting sailors at sea. Mental health concerns…

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US Navy's new "Trump class" nuclear-powered program could hit $275 billion — with the first ship alone costing an eye-watering $23.4 billion

US Navy's proposed Trump-class program could cost $275 billion while demanding unprecedented shipyard output despite persistent construction delays and rising costs.

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Retired Navy Chief Warns Endless Deployments Like USS Abraham Lincoln's Lead to 'Deterioration'

A retired Navy officer warns that prolonged deployments, like the USS Abraham Lincoln's, severely impact sailor morale, with extended sea time leading to exhaustion and mental health concerns.

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USS Abraham Lincoln sailors tried to jump overboard amid extended deployment – reports

Aircraft carrier’s crew in ninth month at sea and has spent record 250 days consecutively without making land

The Guardian - US

US Navy sailors reportedly trying to jump overboard as families plead with officials for help: ‘He hopes he doesn’t wake up tomorrow’

"He and his shipmates constantly think about jumping off the ship just for relief."

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Davis (D) and Buckhout (R) meet in NC-01 rematch after 2024 election decided by 1.7 points

Incumbent Donald Davis (D), Laurie Buckhout (R), and Tom Bailey (L) are running in the general election for North Carolina's 1st Congressional District on November 3, 2026.

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3D-printed drones built on a US Navy ship for the first time, potentially opening a whole new world of possibilities for future warfare

Firestorm Labs manufactured 12 drones aboard USS Essex using a containerized 3D-printing factory during its voyage toward RIMPAC 2026.

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The US Navy used a swarm of drone boats to seize $81 million worth of cocaine in the Caribbean

Two Saildrone Voyager vessels tracked suspected drug traffickers, enabling the US Navy to seize cocaine worth more than $81 million.

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North Carolina sank two F-4 Phantoms and two A-4s in 1992; divers later found grouper hiding beneath their wings

The coast of North Carolina has transformed into a marine sanctuary with retired US Navy jets now serving as artificial reefs. These sunken aircraft boost marine biodiversity by creating habitats that attract a variety of fish species. Studies reveal that these underwater wrecks are significant grouper havens, providing necessary shelter.…

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Indian-American Community to host grand Independence Day celebrations in Boston

The Foundation of Indian-Americans will host the fifth International India Day Parade on August 9. This significant event will celebrate India's Independence and the strong US-India friendship. The parade will feature numerous floats, cultural programs, and community organizations. Colonel Inder Preet Singh and US Navy Specialist Maggie Lehman will serve…

The Economic Times

Families outraged after US Navy refuses to salvage sunken fishing vessel and retrieve the six people who died aboard

Though some relatives insist raising the vessel is the only way to find answers, others support leaving the wreckage untouched

The Independent UK

US Navy replaces Ohio-Class, the world's most heavily armed missile submarines: 19 Virginia-class boats become next- gen SSGNs to succeed them

US Navy replaces the world's most heavily armed conventional missile submarines, the Ohio-class SSGNs, each capable of carrying 154 Tomahawks, by formally redesignating 19 Virginia-class submarines fitted with the Virginia Payload Module as SSGNs. The announcement, made on 3 August 2026, comes as USS Georgia, the first of four Ohio-class…

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In 2009, a Navy veteran's low-cost invention helped thousands get glasses in places without eye doctors

USee Vision Kit: Retired US Navy and Marine Corps officer, Kevin White, has pioneered a vision testing system aimed at providing affordable prescription glasses to underserved populations. His USee Vision Kit has positively impacted the lives of over 750,000 individuals in 67 countries, focusing on remote areas and the homeless.…

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"Nothing will get through unless total surrender accomplished": US President Trump lambasts Iran

President Trump criticized Iran's leadership for perceived duplicity regarding negotiations with the United States. He asserted US Navy control over the Strait of Hormuz, warning of restrictions. Iran's foreign ministry denied any direct or indirect talks with Washington. Trump reiterated the US stance that Iran will never acquire nuclear weapons.

The Independent UK

US general warns Pentagon he doesn’t have military resources to protect Israel: report

The US needs to send another Navy destroyer to help defend Israel, the commander of the US European Command reportedly told the Pentagon

The Economic Times

China trains its guns on American warship replica

Satellite images show a structure resembling a US Navy Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer in the Taklamakan Desert in Xinjiang since at least June. The feature was first identified by Joseph Wen, co-founder of the Taiwan Defense Studies Initiative. China's Defense Ministry didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. The…

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3D-printed F-14 Tomcat uses an FPGA recreation of the ‘world’s first microprocessor' — CADC’s MP944 chip controls the fighter’s swing-wing system, among other things

An FPGA and embedded systems expert has recreated the US Navy’s F-14 Tomcat’s Central Air Data Computer (CADC) in an FPGA. It is demonstrated in a scale 3D printed model aircraft

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Houthi Red Sea threat would challenge a stretched US military

The Houthis' threats to block Saudi ports signify a troubling development in the Iran war, potentially raising US military commitments in the region. With a history of withstanding coalition bombings, the Houthis may challenge military resources further, necessitating a redirection of naval support, which could lead to reduced US firepower…

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US Navy plans for 'Air Wing of the Future' with next-generation, pilotless carrier-based 1,150-mile-range drones to fly alongside manned aircraft

The US Navy wants autonomous carrier drones capable of eight missions, 1,150-mile ranges, and operations alongside advanced manned aircraft.

The Economic Times

China building massive naval ship that could displace US rival as world's biggest? Here's what we know so far

China is building a new naval replenishment ship which could be the world's largest. Satellite images suggest this vessel is larger than existing Chinese Type 901 support ships. This development enhances the People's Liberation Army Navy's long-range deployment capabilities significantly. The new ship may surpass the US Navy's largest logistics…

The Economic Times

This 17-year-old is commanding nearly 300 US Navy cadets, and her inspiring journey from freshman to student leader is capturing attention across America

Seventeen-year-old Riddhi Chauhan leads nearly 300 cadets in New York's NJROTC program. She earned this prestigious leadership role through four years of dedication and hard work. Riddhi oversees training exercises and supervises student leaders within the unit. She believes leadership involves setting a positive example and earning respect from others.…

International Business Times UK

Blue Angels Under Fire After Low Beach Flyover Sends Umbrellas Tents and Chairs Flying Toward Crowds

A Blue Angels jet flew unusually low over Pensacola Beach, causing chaos and prompting a safety review. Viral videos sparked debate over the manoeuvre's safety, though no injuries were reported.

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US attacks oil tanker in strait of Hormuz as strikes reported in Tehran

US disables unladen oil tanker using Hellfire missiles in strait of Hormuz amid concerns strikes could spiral into open conflict

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