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How the ‘Rad Lab’ helped avert nuclear war
Technology built in the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory changed history.
By Todd South
This is what it’s like for troops serving at a mass vaccination site
Hundreds of active-duty troops and National Guardsmen are doing up to 6,000 vaccinations a day.
97-year-old Silver Star Iwo Jima veteran to be oldest Marine participant in Marine Corps Marathon
“I haven’t competed in a marathon before, but I’ve never been afraid of a challenge."
By Jared Morgan
Fire destroys apartments being built for low-income veterans in Los Angeles
A five-story structure under construction to house scores of homeless and low-income veterans went up in flames Wednesday in East Lost Angeles.
Anniversary of world’s 1st atomic test fuels nuclear debate
The detonation 75 years ago forever changed the course of history, ensuring the end of World War II and marking the dawn of the atomic age.
National Guard patrols torn California streets amid unrest
More than 2,400 California National Guard soldiers toting military assault rifles are on the streets and authorities say that has allowed police officers to crack down on the rampant vandalism and thievery that scarred the first several days of demonstrations.
Rifle-toting vet arrested after dressing up, trying to join National Guard crowd control formation
Wong’s time in formation didn’t last, as puzzled troops began to question the authenticity of the unfamiliar service member.
By Jon Simkins
Hospital ship Mercy departs Los Angeles for San Diego
The 1,000-person ship pulled into the Port of Los Angeles on March 27.
By Jon Simkins
Marines stack up on door, assault airplane toilet to detain unruly passenger
The Marines reportedly secured the passenger "to a seat and continued to provide security for the remainder of the flight."
By Jon Simkins
Navy hospital ships, once thought critical, see few patients
Since arriving at the end of March, the Mercy has treated just over 70 non-coronavirus patients.
For the Navy’s hospital ships, networking is yet another challenge
The Navy's hospital ships provide health care to individuals, but they must also ensure the cyber wellness of the devices onboard.
By Andrew Eversden