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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.

TechRadar

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…

The Economic Times

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 Economic Times

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 Independent UK

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…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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.

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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…

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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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US launches ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran, Tehran threatens to halt regional energy exports

The US military on Wednesday launched rare daytime attacks on Iran, including a 90-minute wave of strikes, as it reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran responded with strikes on “US military targets” in Gulf states and threatened to halt energy exports in the region.

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The Independent UK

China builds full-scale 3D replica of US warship in desert

Satellite images reveal China has built a full-scale replica of a US Navy destroyer in the Taklamakan Desert.

The Times of India

China builds full-scale US warship replica for missile target practice, satellite images show

Satellite images reveal China built a US destroyer replica for testing. This replica is situated at a Xinjiang test range for missile practice. The setup includes a rail system to simulate moving maritime targets. This development highlights China's growing anti-ship missile capabilities. It reflects ongoing strategic competition between China and…

International Business Times UK

Trump UFO Advisory Team Pushes Defence Firms to Disclose Secret Alien Tech

Trump's UFO advisory team is openly pressuring US defence giants like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to reveal any secret alien tech and join the president's latest UAP disclosure push.

The Times of India

Woman spots limping airport worker, starts fundraiser that brings in more than $170,000

Sometimes, a brief moment witnessed by a stranger can change someone's life forever. That is exactly what happened to James Blair, a US Navy veteran and long-serving airport worker at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California. While travelling through the airport, Utah resident Lacinda Thackeray noticed Blair limping across…

Fortune

Forget the ceasefire — The U.S. and Iran are still locked in combat over the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran tries to shut down a competing route

The U.S. carved out an alternate path that runs along Oman's coast and said Saturday that it's been expanded to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.

International Business Times UK

'Deliberately Trying to Provoke Us': Chilling Details of UFOs Harassing and Baiting US Navy Ships at Sea

Former Pentagon official Christopher Mellon says UFOs have repeatedly violated US military airspace, harassing Navy ships and lingering over key bases in incidents that still baffle commanders.

The Independent UK

Iran targets US Navy after Trump strikes Iran over ‘foolish’ ceasefire breach

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