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National Championship Air Races Make Their Way To Historic Military Grounds in Roswell, New Mexico

After 60 unforgettable years of high-octane thrills in Reno, the National Championship Air Races are setting a new course to Roswell, where alien lore meets the roar of high-performance aircraft and the grit of the world’s best pilots.

Conventional hypersonic missile test from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, Dec. 12, 2024. (DVIDS)

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The Pantsir (Russian: Панцирь, lit. 'Carapace') missile system is a family of self-propelled, medium-range surface-to-air missile and anti-aircraft artillery systems.

Russian Air Defense Missile Suspected in Passenger Jet Crash Amid Aviation Sanctions and Aging Fleet Risks

When fog and faulty systems collide in Russia, even the skies feel like a roulette wheel of duct-taped planes and trigger-happy missiles.

Expert Analysis Dec 26

USS Cape St. George approaches the pier of its Naval Base San Diego homeport, 2012. (DVIDS)

US Navy Wastes Billions Modernizing Cruisers: GAO Reports

$1.84B down the drain: How the Navy’s cruiser modernization plan sunk under poor oversight and wild contractor missteps.

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SOFREP Daily: Pakistan Bombards Afghan Border, Japan Raises Concerns Over China’s Military Moves, Azerbaijan Jet Crashes in Kazakhstan

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Thursday, December 26.

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A vintage P-51 Mustang roars past an iconic Reno pylon, embodying the spirit of speed and aviation legacy at the Reno Air Races.

From WWII Fighters to Supersonic Jets: The Thrilling History of the Reno Air Races

The Reno Air Races were about speed and spectacle—a living testament to the passion of aviators, the camaraderie of the Quiet Birdmen, and a community that dared to dream big for 60 incredible years.

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Akula-class submarine (Warrior Maven/Wikimedia Commons)

How Russia’s Akula-Class Attack Submarines Concerned the Pentagon

The Akula-class subs shook the Pentagon in the 80s, boasting stealth tech and wake detectors that threatened US naval dominance.

Technology Dec 25

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Move Over Superman: These 10 Antiheroes Redefine What It Means to Be a Hero Today

Flawed but fierce, these antiheroes stumble, fight dirty, and still win our hearts—discover the most badass characters redefining heroism!

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American soldiers during the Ardennes Counteroffensive circa December 1944. (Wikimedia Commons)

Christmas Heroes: Five Medal of Honor Stories of Bravery and Sacrifice

When most were unwrapping gifts, these 5 Medal of Honor heroes were dodging bullets and saving lives. True grit never takes a holiday!

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SOFREP Daily roundup for Wednesday, December 25. (Image grab via X)

SOFREP Daily: Christmas Market Attack Shakes Germany’s Holiday Spirit, Russian Cargo Ship Sinks After Explosion, War Overshadows Bethlehem’s Somber Christmas Eve

Here’s your SOFREP Daily News Brief: Key defense and global affairs insights to keep you in the know on Wednesday, December 25, 2024.

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Steady hands, sharp eyes, and a cool trigger finger—this is the kind of precision we trained for, now brought to life in the game inspired by Brandon Webb's bestseller, The Killing School.

Navy SEAL Sniper’s New Video Game Announced: Center Mass – Streets of Ramadi

Brandon Webb, former Navy SEAL sniper and author of The Killing School, brings his passion for precision and immersive storytelling to the gaming world with a sniper sim that strikes the perfect balance between realism and fun.

Entertainment Dec 24

Kadena Air Base in Okinawa stands at the center of a case that has reignited tensions between U.S. military personnel and local residents.

Senior US Airman Sentenced to Five Years of Hard Labor For Sexual Assault of I5 Year Old Girl in Japan

Senior Airman Brennon Washington’s actions in Okinawa are a grim reminder that one individual’s failure to uphold the values of the uniform can ripple across borders, straining alliances and deepening scars in a host community already burdened by a long history of military misconduct.

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US Army Special Forces To Be Deployed on Taiwanese Island Six Miles From Mainland China

In a groundbreaking move underscoring the deepening military ties between the United States and Taiwan, US Army Special Forces are now permanently stationed on the island and territories belonging to it.

Russia Targets Starlink Signals with New Countermeasure System

Russia’s new Kalinka system takes aim at SpaceX’s Starlink, turning satellite signals into targets in the tech-driven battlefield.

Rising Tides of Conflict: Inside the USS Gerald R. Ford’s High-Stakes Mediterranean Mission

As the USS Gerald R Ford cuts through the Eastern Mediterranean, it symbolizes a world in flux, navigating the choppy waters of escalating naval threats and the relentless march of technology in an age where global power dynamics are constantly shifting.

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