Topic: U.S. Naval Academy

Obama's Iran policy shifted from outreach to pressure and sanctions

Obama intended to go the extra mile on engagement, his aides said, so if the gambit failed, allies and adversaries alike could not point the finger at the United States as the 'bad guy.' Instead, they would rally behind the effort to pressure Iran.

Unmanned drone attacks and shape-shifting robots: War's remote-control future

The Pentagon already includes unmanned drone attacks in its arsenal. Next up: housefly-sized surveillance craft, shape-changing 'chemical robots,' and tracking agents sprayed from the sky. What does it mean to have soldiers so far removed from the battlefield?

Does the US military have a clear purpose?

Those we ask to serve don’t know what they’re defending – and why. How do you inspire citizens to serve when victory isn’t a goal?

Who will carry out Obama's Afghanistan exit plan? Three new guys.

It will be the duty of three men, all new in their roles, to carry out Obama's plan to wind down the war in Afghanistan. Here are some clues into what priorities these three defense leaders might set and a look at the particular skills each brings to the task of managing America’s longest war.

Blue Angels flight leader relieved of command for flying too low

In a highly unusual step, Navy Cmdr. Dave Koss was removed as commander of the Navy's Blue Angels flight demonstration team. Flying with the Blue Angels and the Air Force Thunderbirds is highly demanding, and there have been accidents over the years.

My Nuclear Family

What does it mean to serve in the US military today? A former lieutenant in the Nuclear Submarine Service shares his story.

BP oil spill: Will the 'sweeping arm system' from the Dutch help?

The Dutch government is supplying six sweeping arm systems for the BP oil spill. The technology involves a skimmer that picks up oil and water and then separates the two.

What is 'top kill' and when will we know if it plugs BP oil spill?

The 'top kill' procedure aims to cap the undersea well feeding the BP oil spill in the Gulf. The US Coast Guard gave approval Wednesday to proceed.

New role for robot warriors

Drones are just part of a bid to automate combat. Can virtual ethics make machines decisionmakers?

Veterans day appreciation: Top 5 veterans in business

On Veteran's Day, Americans celebrate those who served the country as members of the military. But after trading fatigues for suits, here are the top 5 veterans who have left their mark on the business world.

Obama won’t seek new legislation for terror detentions

The decision comes as the Obama administration is hitting snags in its effort to close Guantanamo prison by January.

Closing Guantanamo will be a mistake

Much of the public perception of the detention camps is wrong.

For kids: Name that president

Test your knowledge. Can you answer these questions about the presidents of the United States?

Somalia's piracy problem is everyone's problem

'Arrghh matey' isn't so funny when you know what's at stake.

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Military culture, pragmatism shape McCain

John McCain's military experience and Senate record show a presidential candidate who values integrity and getting things done.

Whales inspire better blade designs

The bumps on a humpback's fins inspire a new line of green-tech blades for turbines, fans, and maybe the home.

Whales inspire better blade designs

The bumps on a whale’s fins inspire a new line of green-tech blades for turbines, fans, and maybe the home.

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