Bethpage Air Show preview could be the only show this weekend

The official events for the Bethpage Air Show are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday but the weather forecast isn't looking promising.

Memorial Day 2021: The origin of America’s commemoration of its fallen troops

It’s a tradition that has evolved over the years. From Decoration Day to the Memorial Day we know today, here’s a look at the American holiday’s origins.

Wounded NJ veteran receives 'smart home'

In New Jersey, a veteran who lost both of his legs in combat in Afghanistan received a brand-new smart home custom-designed to help him and his daughter live a happier, pain-free life.

Former US Senator John Warner of Virginia dies at 94

Former Sen. John W. Warner of Virginia, a former Navy secretary and one of the Senate's most influential military experts, has died at 94.

Blinken announces plans for US to reopen Jerusalem consulate, restoring Palestinian ties

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday the U.S. will reopen its Consulate General in Jerusalem, aiming to restore ties with Palestinians that had been downgraded by the Trump administration.

‘A true hero’: Biden awards Medal of Honor to 94-year-old Korean War veteran

President Joe Biden awarded his first Medal of Honor this week to a retired colonel for acts of bravery during the Korean War, the White House announced Wednesday.

Biden delivers remarks on cease-fire in Gaza

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has announced a cease-fire to halt an 11-day military operation against Hamas militants in the Gaza Strip..

Russia prepares robotic tank unit

The Russian military is reportedly setting up a unit with killer robotic tanks.

Petition calls for NFL to retire Pat Tillman's No. 40 jersey

Former NFL player Pat Tillman was serving as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan when he was killed by friendly fire at the age of 27.

23 rescued from suspected human smuggling boat off California

Twenty-three people were rescued Monday from a suspected smuggling boat off the San Diego coast not far from where another vessel broke up a few weeks ago, killing three people, authorities said.

Israel's Iron Dome intercepts drone for first time

Israel’s air defense missile system that is known as Iron Dome has reportedly intercepted and brought down a drone for the first time.

2 killed in strike launched from Gaza as Israel topples 6-story building

Two Thai workers were killed in southern Israel in a strike launched from Gaza on Tuesday, hours after Israeli airstrikes toppled a 6-story building in the Palestinian territory. Diplomatic truce efforts have apparently stalled.

Soldiers shave heads for battle buddy's sister fighting brain cancer

National Guard Staff Sgt. Brandon Stafford shaved his head to support his big sister Melissa, who was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor and lost her hair while undergoing chemotherapy. When his fellow soldiers found out, 15 of them decided to shave their heads as well in solidarity.

Oldest prisoner at Guantanamo cleared for release

A 73-year-old from Pakistan who is the oldest prisoner at the Guantanamo Bay detention center was notified on Monday that he has been approved for release