June 29, 2026

More than a dozen South African journalists targeted as anti-migrant deadline looms

South African journalist Sakhiseni Nxumalo was reporting on an anti-migrant march, which turned into a deadly attack on foreign nationals, when he himself became a target because of his dark skin. He is one of at least 15 journalists targeted in South Africa in recent months, CPJ’s reporting found.  Nxumalo, who works for the digital […]

June 26, 2026

Russian independent journalists fear MAX app, new online restrictions will hinder reporting

As Russian authorities tighten the screw on popular messaging app Telegram and promote a state-backed “super app” that observers say could act as a surveillance tool, independent journalists and media outlets inside and outside Russia say it will become more difficult to report stories securely and stay connected to audiences.  President Vladimir Putin is pushing […]

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June 26, 2026

National Guardsmen Bring Medical Expertise to Paraguay

More than 20 National Guard medical professionals from six states shared their clinical experience with Paraguayan partners and offered care to locals during Exercise Amistad, which includes a Dominican Republic rotation this year.

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June 26, 2026

Visitors Welcome International Tall Ships to Baltimore for Sail 250

As tall ships from around the world arrived in Baltimore Harbor for Sail 250 Maryland and Airshow Baltimore, the event offered more than a display of maritime tradition — it became an opportunity to celebrate heritage, strengthen friendships and reflect on connections forged at sea.

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June 25, 2026

30th Rimpac Kicks Off in Hawaii

Rim of the Pacific, the world’s premier international maritime exercise, marks its 30th iteration this year.

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June 23, 2026

Medal of Honor Monday: Army Lt. Col. Robert G. Cole

Army Lt. Col. Robert G. Cole was a 101st Airborne Division paratrooper who fought in the European Theater during World War II, where his valorous actions near Carentan, France, earned him the Medal of Honor. 

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June 20, 2026

Signers of the Declaration of Independence: New York

Delegates to the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Four of the 56 delegates who signed the formal break from Britain — William Floyd, Francis Lewis, Philip Livingston and Lewis Morris — represented New York.