Trump’s Spy Chief Nominee to Face Grilling Over Russia Response

Now, with the first congressional primaries taking place this month, Trump's nominee to lead the secretive National Security Agency and U.S. Cyber Command will be asked by lawmakers to explain his plans to do so. Army Lieutenant General Paul Nakasone, nominated by Trump to head both intelligence agencies, faces the Senate Armed Services Committee Thursday for his confirmation hearing. Not only may he be pressed about what tools he has at his fingertips to counter Russia, but also whether he will ask the president -- who continues to call probes of Russian interference a "witch hunt" -- for power to do more.

Man denies attempted murder of Taunton war veteran Jim Booth

TRIAL: Jim Booth, 96, of Gipsy Lane, was viciously attacked with a claw hammer at his home on November 25. A 39-YEAR-OLD man has pleaded not guilty to attempting to murder a D-Day veteran in his home. Joseph Isaacs appeared at Taunton Crown Court by video link to deny the charge, relating to an attack on Jim Booth, 96, in Gipsy Lane, Taunton, on November 22. Royal Navy veteran Mr Booth was taken to Musgrove Park Hospital in a potentially life-threatening condition following an incident, which is alleged to have involved a hammer.

Black History Month discussion on military, veterans

The presentation will be held tomorrow and will focus on life in the military and the transition home as part of this year's national theme, "African Americans in Times of War." Kevin Kirkland, a corporal in the U.S. Army, and Joshua Legier, a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, will speak about their experiences and answer questions.

Defense Secretary Mattis Leaning Toward Allowing Transgender Troops To Remain In The Military

Last summer, President Trump announced out of the blue on Twitter that he would be implementing a ban on transgender soldiers from serving in the military. The announcement, which reversed a policy change that the Obama Administration had announced in 2016, came as a surprise to pretty much everyone since there had been no indication that the issue was under consideration by the White House and the Defense Department was continuing to work on implementing the Obama Administration's plan.

U.S. prepares high-seas crackdown on N. Korea sanctions evaders – sources

The Trump administration and key Asian allies are preparing to expand interceptions of ships suspected of violating sanctions on North Korea, senior U.S. officials said. Officials said this plan could include deploying U.S. Coast Guard forces to stop and search vessels in Asia-Pacific waters.

Nominations sought for hall of fame

Started by the school's Renaissance program in 1996, the Wall of Fame is a way for the school and community to come together to promote and recognize achievements of past graduates and to celebrate the mark they have made on the world. To be considered a candidate for Wall of Fame honors, nominees must have graduated at least 10 years ago, have been recognized by their peers as highly successful in their chosen career field and have received district, state, national or international commendations or awards for their contributions.

Military to Maritime Digital Career Platform Launched

The American Maritime Partnership today announced the launch of the Military to Maritime digital career platform , which is dedicated to helping veterans find meaningful, family-wage jobs in the maritime industry while supporting America's national and economic security. Building on the numerous Military to Maritime career fairs across the country, the enhanced digital platform connects veterans with career opportunities in the U.S. shipbuilding and maritime industry and provides training and credentialing information to help in their transition from military service to the maritime sector.

Iran Hints at Building Seaborne Nuclear Reactors

Iran has fired a diplomatic warning shot at Washington by raising the prospect of building nuclear reactors for ships while staying within the limits set by its atomic deal with major powers, a U.N. nuclear watchdog report showed on Thursday. U.S. President Donald Trump has long railed against the 2015 nuclear deal for reasons including its limited duration and the fact it does not cover Iran's ballistic missile programme.

Borr Drilling Buys Paragon Offshore

Offshore rig firm Borr Drilling, controlled by Norwegian investor Tor Olav Troeim, is proposing to buy its rival Paragon Offshore for $232.5 million in a push to consolidate the fragmented rig market, it said on Thursday. A plunge in oil prices in 2014 forced oil firms to cut back on offshore exploration, reducing demand for drilling rigs at a time when new rigs ordered during the boom years were entering the market, pushing rates down to, or below, operating costs.

Two anniversaries, one enduring relationship

Countless Slovaks and Americans continue to cultivate and renew the strong bonds of friendship between the US and Slovakia through cooperation in the business, technological, cultural, and educational spheres. It is one of the most iconic images of the Second World War.

Coast Guard special agent accused in Vancouver sexual assault

The head of the U.S. Coast Guard's internal investigations in the Northwest was arrested Sunday in Vancouver on suspicion of climbing into his co-worker's bed and sexually assaulting the colleague's girlfriend. Jonathan Sall, 56, of Poulsbo, Washington is accused in Clark County of second-degree rape for the alleged abuse that occurred at the co-worker's home the same day Sall was arrested.

WWII photographer leaves legacy through historic images

This photo taken Jan. 31, 2018, shows Greg Bennick with Rockpile Museum's collections assistant Cara Reeves looking at photos his father Jack Bennick, took during World War II as they choose items to go into the new exhibit "Views of Vanuata: WWII Through the Lens of Jack Bennick" in Gillette, Wy. This photo taken Jan. 31, 2018, shows Greg Bennick with Rockpile Museum's collections assistant Cara Reeves looking at photos his father Jack Bennick, took during World War II as they choose items to go into the new exhibit "Views of Vanuata: WWII Through the Lens of Jack Bennick" in Gillette, Wy.