The US Government Funds A War On Online Fake News

An anonymous reader quotes the Washington Post: Congressional negotiators on Wednesday approved an initiative to track and combat foreign propaganda amid growing concerns that Russian efforts to spread "fake news" and disinformation threaten U.S. national security. The measure, part of the National Defense Authorization Act approved by a conference committee, calls on the State Department to lead government-wide efforts to identify propaganda and counter its effects.

USS Arizona Survivor Gets First Live Look Inside Submerged Battleship…

Using an underwater drone, Don Stratton takes a peak inside the USS Arizona while the National Parks Service and a team of industry professionals map, survey and provide imagery to the public on the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor Experiencing the ship with Mr. Stratton watching live was absolutely one of the most emotional and touching experiences of my life Deep Trekker Inc. announced today that its portable remotely operating vehicle , the DTG2, was able to offer the first live view inside USS Arizona to one of the last remaining survivors from the ship. The Arizona was a U.S. battleship destroyed in the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

White House campaign casts a shadow over 9/11 anniversary

To continue reading up to 10 premium articles, you must register , or sign up and take advantage of this exclusive offer: A mourner holds a photo of her loved one during the 15th anniversary of the attacks of the World Trade Center at the National September 11 Memorial, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016, in New York.

Dakota flute-maker, player earns nationa s highest folk honor

There was a time when Bryan Akipa knew nothing of flutes. But that was long ago, before the budding artist stumbled across a wooden mallard-head flute in the studio of his mentor, sparking a fascination that led to a career in both making and playing the distinctive Dakota flutes.

Experts: Russians likely behind DNC document leak

A top official with Hillary Clinton's campaign on Sunday accused the Russian government of orchestrating the release of damaging Democratic Party records to help the campaign of Republican Donald Trump - and some cyber security experts agree. The extraordinary charge came as some national security officials have been growing increasingly concerned about possible efforts by Russia to meddle in the election, according to several individuals familiar with the situation.