Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice offered her perspectives on national security, current events and geopolitical strategic competition as she engaged with Naval Postgraduate School students during an hour-long question and answer session in Monterey. Rice, the first African-American woman to serve as Secretary of State, gave her comments at the latest Secretary of the […]
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Navy hospital ship departs San Diego for disaster response mission
This annual maritime humanitarian and civic assistance mission focuses on improving disaster response preparedness, resiliency and capacity while enhancing partnerships with participating nations and civilian humanitarian organizations throughout the region.
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Tripoli Junior Enlisted Association earns Bob Feller Act of Valor Award
SAN DIEGO – The Junior Enlisted Association aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA7) was awarded the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award for the calendar year 2023. Bob Feller was a Major League Baseball pitcher who played for the Cleveland Indians from 1936 to 1956. In 1941, following the attack on Pearl Harbor, Feller […]
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Naval Special Warfare members honored at pinning ceremony
The U.S. Navy honored several individuals during a pinning ceremony at the Silver Strand Training Complex in Coronado on Sept. 29. They are part of Naval Special Warfare, the nation’s elite maritime special operations force that is positioned to extend the fleet’s reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and […]
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Jim Callaway sworn in as the next president of the Optimist Club
Jim Callaway was sworn in as the next president of the Optimist Club of Coronado on Sept. 28 by the five members of the selection committee. Paul Lull, the previous president, said they selected Callaway because of his integrity, follow up and follow through attitude, leadership throughout his Navy career as a captain and commitment […]
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Blue Angels share their stories at San Diego area high schools
It is a rare occasion to have members of the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, visit a school to talk to young people about their culture of excellence and how they advanced in their careers. But that’s exactly what happened on Sept. 22 at Del Norte High School in San Diego. Lt. Cmdr. […]
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Navy SEALs launch suicide prevention training for spouses
The objective of the training was to raise awareness about suicides within the community and reassure spouses that they are not alone in this fight.
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Navy leaders gather in San Diego to discuss Surface Warfare
Leaders from across the Navy and defense industry gathered to discuss the future of naval surface warfare at the fourth annual Surface Navy Association (SNA) West Coast Waterfront Symposium aboard Naval Base San Diego on Sept. 13-14. The theme of the professional development event was “Ready Today, Preparing for Tomorrow,” which transitioned well from the […]
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Sharpening the warrior spirit through marital arts disciplines
In the realm of elite military training, U.S. Navy special operators have carved out a legendary reputation for pushing even the most formidable individuals past their known limits. These warriors embody qualities of mental resilience and unwavering determination. They also share an unbreakable spirit of camaraderie and brotherhood that serves as the bedrock of their […]
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Mayors to Newsom: Declare emergency for Tijuana sewage crisis
The mayors of every single city in San Diego County have sent a letter to Gov. Gavin Newsom calling for him to declare a state of emergency regarding the Tijuana sewage crisis.
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Images from 2023 NSW Family Day at Silver Strand Training Complex
The 2023 West Coast Naval Special Warfare Family Day took place on Sept. 10 at the Silver Strand Training Complex. The event included the U.S. Navy Parachute Team (the Leap Frogs), a Navy Special Warfare canine handler and comments from Rear Adm. Keith B. Davids, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command. The event was to showcase […]
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Wikoff relieves Whitesell to become acting Commander
Rear Adm. George Wikoff relieved Vice Adm. Kenneth Whitesell to become the acting Commander, Naval Air Forces and Commander, Naval Air Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, during a change of charge ceremony on Naval Air Station North Island on Sept. 7. “It has been my honor to serve among the men and women who give Naval […]
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Op-Ed: Has the war in Ukraine changed everything?
We have now passed the 18-month point of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While it will take years to unpack all of the lessons learned from this conflict, some things have already become clear. Topping that list is the use of uncrewed systems in this conflict. The media has been all but saturated with stories regarding […]
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A US Navy veteran got unexpected help while jailed in Iran. Once released, he repaid the favor
As the men connected behind bars over a shared interest in politics and human rights, they developed a bond that proved vital for both.
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Coronado High girls golf works for fifth straight title in 2023
The bend of the blue Coronado bridge sitting in the background, the golf green gracefully wrapping around Glorietta Bay, immense trees with roots digging deep, swimming in the wind. The idyllic scene is home to the Coronado High School girls golf team as it gathers on the putting green, ready to play their third tournament […]
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USS Midway Museum honors Navy veteran Phil Swartz of Coronado
Coronado resident Phil Swartz was recently awarded as USS Midway Museum Volunteer of the Month for July.