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US military’s elite commando forces look to expand diversity
Leaders see greater diversity as a way to combat extremism in the ranks, even as they increase other training and education programs.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
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While nearly every major city has a fantastic fireworks show, some cities take it one step further by hosting week-long celebrations of patriotism. Plus, some cities naturally have a storied patriotic history that lends itself to an ultra red, white, and blue experience. Ready to start planning your holiday trip?
Museum ship to get WWII anti-aircraft cannon
The museum aims to have the gun lifted onto the ship ahead of its celebration of the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
This new coffee company is giving a ‘hand up’ to homeless vets
Its core mission is to hire and train veterans for jobs in the coffee industry through the proceeds it earns selling America’s favorite caffeinated beverage.
By Joshua Axelrod
From military brat to the NFL? DaeSean Hamilton on football, draft prep and his Marine mom and dad
Now the son of two retired Marines is hoping to hear his name during the NFL draft, which begins Thursday and runs through the weekend.
By Andrea Scott