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Soldier Performs Selfless Act of Generosity

Graham, a pathologist at San Antonio Military Medical Center won $47,602 on ‘Jeopardy’ during his three-show stint, and generously donated half his winnings.February 7, 2012 By Maria Gallegos Born and raised in California, Capt. Brendan Graham nev...

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New Running Shoe Technology Could Become Hazardous

1-3-2012 - In 1974, Bill Bowerman, a co-founder of Nike, created one of the first modern-day running shoes, the “Waffle Trainer,” in an effort to create a light-weight shoe that could grip the road.January 3, 2012 By Maj. Zack Solomon, ABERDEEN PR...

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Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

12/29/2011 - A nationwide crackdown on impaired driving led by the Department of Transportation is timed to reduce the number of alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes during the holiday season.By April Phillips, Naval Safety Center Public Affairs NOR...

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Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, 2011

12/6/2011 - On a serene Sunday morning 70 years ago, the skies above Pearl Harbor were darkened by the bombs of Japanese forces in a surprise attack that tested the resilience of our Armed Forces and the will of our Nation. On a serene Sunday morning 7...

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Biden Hosted Holiday Dinner for Wounded Warriors

Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, hosted an early Thanksgiving feast for wounded warriors and their families in their home at the U.S. Naval Observatory.November 25, 2011 By Elaine Sanchez WASHINGTON -- Vice President Joe Biden and h...

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President Speaks at “A Concert For Hope” For 9/11 Victims

9/11//2011 - Ten years ago, America confronted one of our darkest nights.  Mighty towers crumbled.Kennedy Center Washington, D.C. 8:12 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: The Bible tells us -- "weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the mornin...

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Remembering and Honoring Those We Lost on 9/11

9/8/2011 - President Barack Obama has renewed his annual message for Americans to devote the 9/11 anniversary to a day of service,By Army Sgt. 1st Class Tyrone C. Marshall Jr. American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2011 – President Barac...

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Unity and Remembrance as 10th Anniversary of 9/11 Approaches

8/31/2011 - President Barack Obama called on the American people Aug. 29 to come together in the spirit of service and remembrance as the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks approaches. By Cheryl Pellerin American Forces Press Service 8/31/2011 -...

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Male Military Spouses Face Challenges

8/3/2011 - Brian Campbell knew some challenges were in store for him after he left his Navy career to follow his military wife across the country. By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2011 – Brian Campbell knew some c...

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President Obama’s Speech on the Debate of National Debt

President Obama addresses the nation with a speech discussing the debate over the National debt that affects all Americans. July 25, 2011 For Immediate Release THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Tonight, I want to talk about the debate we've been having ...

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