Air Force colonel shot down over Iran reveals desperate prayer in 50-hour fight to survive
An Air Force colonel survived a 70-100 mph parachute fall into Iran with three broken bones and evaded enemy capture for 50 harrowing hours.
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Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia
Niamey, Niger – The failed mutiny in Niger has shown the extent to which President Abdourahamane Tiani now relies on Russian support when his government comes under threat, including from within his own security forces.
Aunty’s army bunkers down as news boss begins
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North Korea touts live-fire drill as South tracks ballistic missile launches
North Korea said on Monday that it had carried out a joint live-fire drill involving missiles, artillery and drones, claiming the exercise showed "the huge destructive power of concentration fire".
Studs and duds from Panthers' Week 1 loss to Bears - Panthers Wire
While most of the game gave us quite a thrill, Sunday's regular-season opener between the Carolina Panthers and Chicago Bears ultimately proved to be a showcase for the visiting offense. The Bears had their way with the ball in their hands, smashing and dashing to a 59-37 win at ...
Yemen’s Houthis report new gains against Saudi-backed government troops
Destroyed vehicles seen in the aftermath of a Houthi ambush on a military convoy of Saudi-backed forces. © Ansarallah Yemen’s Houthis have renewed their drive against Saudi-backed government troops, reporting advances on the cities of Taiz and Marib.
U.S. military on high alert as Iran, allies target energy supply
Tom Hanson reports from the USS George Washington, deployed in the Middle East. All 50,000 U.S. personnel in the region are prepped for battle at any moment.
Ben Johnson had telling comments on Bear QB Caleb Williams' growth - Bears Wire
After the Chicago Bears made it to the divisional round of the playoffs last season, they have now begun their journey to get back to the playoffs and beyond. Quarterback Caleb Williams led the NFL in comeback wins last season with seven and proved he is the quarterback of the fu...
Security forces detonate improvised bomb in Lamitan City, Basilan
Would-be voters look for their names among a printed precinct-finder guide at Balobo Elementary School in Lamitan City, Basilan on Monday, Sept. 14. INQUIRER photo by Leah D. Agonoy LAMITAN CITY, Basilan – Joint police and military units thwarted a bombing plot after discovering ...
Tennessee Titans embarrassed by Jets, 23-10, to open 2026 with a thud - Titans Wire
The more things change, the more they stay the same for the Tennessee Titans, who were dominated by the New York Jets, 23-10, at Nissan Stadium in Nashville to kick off the 2026 regular season.
Ravens offense rolls over Colts' defense in Week 1 - Colts Wire
The Indianapolis Colts dropped their regular-season opener to the Baltimore Ravens, with the defense giving up a lot of yards and a lot of points.
Takaichi Ally Wins Okinawa Vote, Aiding Military Build-Up Plans
A candidate backed by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s ruling party ousted the incumbent governor of Japan’s southern Okinawa prefecture in an election on Sunday, delivering a boost to the premier’s push for a stronger military to stave off threats from China.
Joe Allen cracked Texans' dominant defense. Takeaways from wild AFC tilt - USA Today
Maybe Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. wasn't being hyperbolic after all.
Instant Takeaways from the Browns blowout loss to the Jaguars
The Cleveland Browns arrived in Jacksonville for their matchup with the Jaguars with a lot of optimism. There was the thought that the offensive line and skill players could elevate Deshaun Watson to a level that the team has not seen from him. Sadly, the end result could not hav...
Saudis shut down oil pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea shipping - Nikkei Asia
ADEN/DUBAI (Reuters) -- Saudi Arabia has shut down its East-West pipeline after the vital oil conduit came under aerial attack in the widening Middle East war.
Josh Allen torches one of NFL's best defenses to make case it's time to move on from 2025 playoff loss
Josh Allen passed for 334 yards, threw 2 TDs and ran for 2 others as the Buffalo Bills scored 36 points against an elite Houston Texans defense.
Lanao del Sur: Over 720,000 set to ballots in BARMM’s top battleground
DRAWING THE LINE. Soldiers under the command of 1Lt. Nica Aaron cordoned off and prepared a designated voting center in Barangay Sagonsongan, Marawi City, on Sunday, Sept. 13, laying the groundwork for order and security ahead of the polls. —Photo by Cong B. Corrales, Inquirer Mi...