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Former Defense secretary: Women 'vital' in combat

Former Defense Secretary William Cohen underscored the importance of having women in the military, including in combat roles, as President-elect Trump's pick for Defense secretary has come under ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Duckworth: Hegseth nomination an 'insult' to Defense Department

Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) spoke out against President-elect Trump’s nomination of former Fox News host Pete Hegseth as Defense secretary, calling the nomination an “insult” to the Department of ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Cuomo Told a House Panel His Memory Was Hazy. Is That a Perjury Defense?

House Republicans referred the former New York governor for prosecution. His insistence on a faulty memory makes that outcome unlikely.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

Japan and EU announce a security and defense partnership as regional tensions rise

Japan and the European Union have announced a security and defense partnership as they seek to step up military ties, including joint exercises and exchanges between their defense industries, amid ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Israel Inflicted Severe Damage on Iran's Missile Program, Air Defenses

Tehran is confronting new vulnerabilities as it considers a further attack on Israel.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 2

Cyprus is committed to expanding defense ties with the US, says its president

The president of Cyprus says his administration is committed to expanding defense and security cooperation with the U_S_ as his meeting with the American President Joe Biden last week charted a ...

World - ABC News - November 3

Red Bulls end Crew MLS Cup defense in shootout

Carlos Coronel made three consecutive penalty shootout saves and Daniel Edelman converted the winning goal in the bottom of the seventh frame when the New York Red Bulls stunned the Columbus Crew ...

Sports - ESPN - November 4

Japan launches a defense satellite carried by a new flagship H3 rocket

Japan has successfully launched a defense satellite designed for speedier communication and military operations on a new flagship H3 rocket, as the country seeks to build up its military capability ...

World - ABC News - November 4

This Retired General Settled the 9/11 Case. Then the Defense Secretary Took Charge.

Susan Escallier’s approval of a plea deal, one of the most important decisions in the history of Guantánamo Bay’s war court, has drawn attention to her role and the dysfunctional military commissions.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Broncos-Cardinals trade grades: Arizona adds to defense by acquiring Baron Browning

Arizona is adding some pass-rush help

Sports - CBS Sports - November 4

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fires his defense minister

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and defense minister Yoav Gallant have repeatedly been at odds over the war in Gaza.

Meet the startup that just won the Pentagon’s first AI defense contract

The Pentagon awards its first-ever generative AI defense contract worth $1.8M to Jericho Security, targeting deepfake attacks and AI-powered threats against military personnel including drone pilots.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 5

Benjamin Netanyahu fires Israel's defense minister Yoav Gallant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired his defense minister, Yoav Gallant, as Israel's conflicts in the Middle East grow. Netanyahu said there was a "crisis of trust" between him and ...

Netanyahu fires Israeli defense minister amid disagreements over Gaza campaign

World - Yahoo News - November 5

NFL trade deadline updates: Ravens, Commanders bolster defenses with CB deals

Washington's resurgence continues as it acquired Marshon Lattimore, while Baltimore nabbed Tre'Davious White. Keep up with all the deadline day action.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

NFL trade deadline: playoff-chasing Lions and Commanders bolster defenses

Washington trade for Saints CB Marshon Lattimore Detroit grab defensive end Za’Darius Smith from Browns The NFC East-leading Washington Commanders made a move to help them stay in first place, ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

'Run it back.' Will Dodgers keep roster core together for World Series defense?

Less than a week removed from winning the World Series, several Dodgers voiced their desire for the team to keep its core intact for next year.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 5

A Timeline of Clashes Between Netanyahu and Gallant, Israel’s Former Defense Minister

Yoav Gallant, the ousted cabinet minister, and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, had sharp public disagreements over Israel’s war against Hamas and what will follow it.

World - The New York Times - November 6

Warriors among three teams with impressive offense, defense feat

The Golden State Warriors are among a select group of NBA teams with a top-10 offense and defense this season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 5

Protests follow Netanyahu firing Gallant as Israel's defense minister

Protests erupted in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem in response to news that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had fired his defense minister, Yoav Gallant.

The No. 1 Pick in Next Year’s N.F.L. Draft Could Play Offense and Defense

The Colorado star Travis Hunter might be the best cornerback and the best wide receiver available, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - November 7

Death penalty for Idaho college murders suspect would be 'dehumanizing', defense argues

Whether the man accused of murdering four University of Idaho students can be punished with the death penalty if convicted will be the focus of a planned hearing Thursday.

85: Can OKC’s defense win them the NBA title? | The Big Number

Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine dive into the numbers on the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 7

Detroit Lions' secret weapon: The defensive mind of Aaron Glenn

The Lions high-powered offense has a defense to match thanks, in large part, to Aaron Glenn.