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Syria: Bomb kills at least 9 near military complex - San Francisco Chronicle

2012-05-19
Kansas City StarSyria: Bomb kills at least 9 near military complexSan Francisco ChronicleBeirut -- A car bomb in the parking lot of a Syrian military compound killed at least nine people Saturday, the latest in increasingly frequent bombings in the country's major cities to attack the government's security services.Suicide car bomb explodes near military compound in Syrian city, government saysFox NewsSuicide blast in Syria hits military compoundKansas City StarSyria bomb kills 9, Damascus blames foreign plotReutersall 680 news articles »

Rights Group Accuses Egyptian Military of Torture - Voice of America

2012-05-19
Voice of AmericaRights Group Accuses Egyptian Military of TortureVoice of AmericaEgyptian protesters chant anti-ruling military council slogans during a rally demanding the release of fellow activists, detained during the army operation that dispersed a protest in front of the Ministry of Defense, in Cairo, Egypt May 6, 2012.Egypt Military Accused Of TortureHuffington PostRights group accuses Egypt's military of tortureThe Associated PressEgypt's Military Seeks to Preserve PowersWall Street Journalall 143 news articles »

Military jet owned by Newport News company crashes in Calif.; one dead - The Virginian-Pilot

2012-05-19
Military jet owned by Newport News company crashes in Calif.; one deadThe Virginian-PilotAP By Jeff Wilson A civilian piloting a military-contracted jet was killed when his aircraft crashed into a Southern California farm field as he completed a training exercise, authorities said. The privately owned Hawker Hunter jet trainer went down ...and more »

Military parade for UK queen's Jubilee - Kansas City Star

2012-05-19
Kansas City StarMilitary parade for UK queen's JubileeKansas City StarOn Saturday, the queen watched with her husband Prince Philip and other members of the royal family from a platform as some 2500 troops paraded through Windsor Castle grounds and through the town to the sound of six military bands.and more »

Military planners want to make bases worldwide more walkable - USA TODAY

2012-05-19
USA TODAYMilitary planners want to make bases worldwide more walkableUSA TODAYAt military installations, suburban-style sprawl is out and walkable communities are in, under new Defense Department planning guidelines. The guidelines, released this week, call for "compact development" that incorporates mass transit and a mix of ...and more »

Beijing rejects Pentagon report assessing China's expanding military power - Washington Post

2012-05-19
NEWS.com.auBeijing rejects Pentagon report assessing China's expanding military powerWashington PostBEIJING — China on Saturday rejected an annual Pentagon report that said Beijing is aggressively modernizing its military forces. Foreign Ministry spokesman Hong Lei said the report made irresponsible statements about China's legitimate defense ...Chinese entities world's biggest economic spies-PentagonReutersChina's military getting stronger, Pentagon study saysSan Antonio Expressall 446 news articles »

Romney: Reinforcing alliance's military might is vital - Chicago Tribune

2012-05-19
Kansas City StarRomney: Reinforcing alliance's military might is vitalChicago TribuneRobert Gates, defense secretary under President George W. Bush and President Barack Obama, used one of his parting addresses to warn of the "collective military irrelevance" that would result if NATO's members continue to shortchange defense.Echoes of Eurozone crisis at NATO meetingThe Associated Pressall 283 news articles »

Armed Forces Day recognizes 30-year military veteran - Greeley Tribune

2012-05-19
WTVRArmed Forces Day recognizes 30-year military veteranGreeley TribuneHe was recognized for his work in the military Saturday at the Armed Forces Day event at Bittersweet Park. In retirement, Gordy has spent 18 years driving disabled veterans from Greeley to Cheyenne on a daily basis and helping organize the memorial at ...Community gathers to honor military during Armed Services DayFOX43.comNation to honor military, families on Armed Forces DayVirgin Islands Daily NewsArmed Forces Day parade honors military, familiesWTVRHawaii Reporter -Tbo.com -Gloucester County Times - NJ.comall 63 news articles »

Video depicts alleged abuse at Kansas military school - USA TODAY

2012-05-18
USA TODAYVideo depicts alleged abuse at Kansas military schoolUSA TODAY(AP) – The mother of a 14-year-old boy says a cellphone video depicting her son struggling to stand on two broken legs is proof that her son was harmed while attending a Kansas military school and supports claims in a federal lawsuit that the school ...and more »

Fairhaven's military history is rich with stories of sacrifice - SouthCoastToday.com

2012-05-19
Fairhaven's military history is rich with stories of sacrificeSouthCoastToday.comThe town and the fort have played key military roles since the Revolution. By WILLIAM A. MONIZ Long before its 1812 incorporation, and for the 200 years since, Fairhaven has generously given of its men and women to America's wars. In July of 1675, ...and more »

HRW accuses Egypt military of torture, beatings

2012-05-19
Human Rights Watch accused Egypt's military on Saturday of beating and torturing protesters arrested during clashes with soldiers in Cairo earlier this month.

Military Marriages Stay Strong in Face of Challenges: Study

2012-05-18
FRIDAY, May 18 (HealthDay News) -- Despite being tested by long hours and frequent relocations and separations, military marriages are no more likely to end in divorce than civilian marriages, a new study shows.

Pilot dies in military trainer jet crash in Calif.

2012-05-19
A civilian piloting a military-contracted jet was killed when his aircraft crashed into a Southern California farm field as he completed a training exercise, authorities said.

Suicide blast in Syria hits military compound

2012-05-19
A car bomb tore through the parking lot of a military compound in an eastern Syrian city on Saturday, killing nine people in the latest in a series of blasts in recent months targeting security installations, the country's state media reported.

Military trainer jet crashes in Calif.; 1 dead

2012-05-18
A privately owned jet contracted by the military to play the enemy in training exercises crashed Friday in a Southern California farm field, killing the civilian pilot, authorities said.

Military hopes for 'great leader' from Egypt vote

2012-05-16
Egypt's military ruler said Wednesday he hopes that a "great leader" will emerge from the country's upcoming presidential election, and said it will be a free and fair vote that will reflect the will of the people.

China says US report on its military unjust

2012-05-19
China expressed Saturday its "firm opposition" to a Pentagon report that said Beijing was carrying out aggressive cyber espionage as part of a steady build-up of its military power, state media said.

China strengthens military, Pentagon report says

2012-05-18
China is using its growing economic strength to extend its military’s influence by taking on new missions and investing in more advanced weaponry, the Pentagon said Friday. But the main focus of China’s military buildup continues to be directed toward weapons that would be used in a conflict over Taiwan, the self-governing island that China considers part of its territory. Read full article >>

Pentagon Study Says China Military Getting Stronger

2012-05-18
The annual appraisal of China’s military modernization also suggests Beijing leaders want to project power while avoiding confrontation with neighbors and the United States.

China pursuing steady military build-up: Pentagon

2012-05-18
China is exploiting Western commercial technology, conducting aggressive cyber espionage and buying more anti-ship missiles as part of a steady military build-up, according to the Pentagon.

Don't try this at home (that'd require having a military vehicle at your home, but you know what I mean). http://t.co/TOlGPqSB

2012-05-20
Don't try this at home (that'd require having a military vehicle at your home, but you know what I mean). http://t.co/TOlGPqSB

RT @CMC_Carroll_MD: This Memorial Day, honor loved ones who served in the military with a free Memorial Bulletin on Channel 19. http://t.co/KdbJ0v5z

2012-05-20
RT @CMC_Carroll_MD: This Memorial Day, honor loved ones who served in the military with a free Memorial Bulletin on Channel 19. http://t.co/KdbJ0v5z

Another really cool image! -------------------------------- Sgt. Carl Hawthorne of the 273rd Military Police... http://t.co/BOFCU2Zh

2012-05-20
Another really cool image! -------------------------------- Sgt. Carl Hawthorne of the 273rd Military Police... http://t.co/BOFCU2Zh

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2012-05-20
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It was interesting watching military style helicopters follow a regular copter. #nato #elkgrovedairyqueen #america #purplehighheelslut

2012-05-20
It was interesting watching military style helicopters follow a regular copter. #nato #elkgrovedairyqueen #america #purplehighheelslut

Save on Military... http://t.co/ZFOSzwHP

2012-05-20
Save on Military... http://t.co/ZFOSzwHP

Breakdown Services http://t.co/D3tUKvIH

2012-05-20
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RT @ChuckNellis: OWS proves again it is NOT organized. I bet 50 million Patriots could organize pretty damn fast w/ all our military experience. Jus' sayin!

2012-05-20
RT @ChuckNellis: OWS proves again it is NOT organized. I bet 50 million Patriots could organize pretty damn fast w/ all our military experience. Jus' sayin!

Casio Men's G-Shock... http://t.co/OuFFvPZX

2012-05-20
Casio Men's G-Shock... http://t.co/OuFFvPZX

RT @AlexanderPageSY: there is a suspicious source coming from #Damascus of a military background claiming that a military coup is in the making #Syria

2012-05-20
RT @AlexanderPageSY: there is a suspicious source coming from #Damascus of a military background claiming that a military coup is in the making #Syria

And armies; and this discovery or improvement of the military art.

2012-05-20
And armies; and this discovery or improvement of the military art.

ED HARDY... http://t.co/bQQ0iqiB

2012-05-20
ED HARDY... http://t.co/bQQ0iqiB

RT @DierksBentley: people ask what are the perks of being a country singer, etc. the best thing is getting to meet and become friends with guys in our military

2012-05-20
RT @DierksBentley: people ask what are the perks of being a country singer, etc. the best thing is getting to meet and become friends with guys in our military

RT @DierksBentley: people ask what are the perks of being a country singer, etc. the best thing is getting to meet and become friends with guys in our military

2012-05-20
RT @DierksBentley: people ask what are the perks of being a country singer, etc. the best thing is getting to meet and become friends with guys in our military

"I can't understand why you have been involved in a military takeover." datelineSBS Mark Davis to Waheed. Feb 28 2012.

2012-05-20
"I can't understand why you have been involved in a military takeover." datelineSBS Mark Davis to Waheed. Feb 28 2012.