Chuck Hagel Sworn in as 24th Secretary of Defense
The United States Senator from Nebraska, Chuck Hagel is now Secretary Hagel as he was sworn in today to become the 24th Secretary of Defense.
French Report Fierce Fighting in the Mountains of Northern Mali
As the fight to drive out or capture the islamic militants from Mali continues, France reports fierce fighting in the mountainous region of northern Mali.
Hot Air Balloon Explodes above Ancient City of Luxor, 17 Dead
A hot air balloon carrying 19 tourists burst into flames over Luxor, Egypt. Only three initially survived the aerial inferno,
Press Secretary: Sequestration Poses Long-term Danger to DOD
WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2013 – Though little will change immediately if deep across-the-board spending cuts trigger March 1, the long-term changes will be disastrous for the Defense Department, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said here today.