FBI alerts about Iran’s plan for a drone attack on the West Coast
In the wake of ongoing US and Israeli operations against Iran, California law enforcement has been alerted to potential drone attacks from Iran targeting the West Coast. Back in late February, the FBI issued a warning, as reported by ABC News. “As of early February 2026, there are indications that Iran has been arranging a […]
Cuba: Gunfight near coast results in 4 deaths on ‘Florida-registered’ speedboat, identities unclear
Violent Confrontation in Cuban Waters Leaves Casualties On February 25, 2026, a Florida-registered speedboat found itself in a shootout with Cuban border patrol agents, resulting in four fatalities and six injuries. Cuban officials reported that the incident unfolded in the waters about a mile northeast of Cayo Falcones, located off the northern coast of Cuba. […]
Coast Guard members restored with back pay following COVID vaccine requirement
Coast Guard Members Reinstated After Vaccine Mandate Dismissal The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) declared on Monday that 56 U.S. Coast Guard personnel, who were let go because of the COVID-19 vaccine mandate under the Biden administration, will be reinstated. However, they won’t receive back pay. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem described this outcome as […]
Coast guard saves hiker five days after disappearing in Oregon woods
26-Year-Old Rescued After Days in Oregon Wilderness A 26-year-old man, identified as Gabriel Vaughn, was rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter after spending five days alone in the challenging wilderness of Oregon’s Illinois River. Vaughn was reported missing on Monday at around 4:15 p.m. while he was rafting with a group near Greenwall Rapids, as […]
Coast Guard saves Gabriel Vaughn from Illinois River following a five-day search
Rafter Rescued After Five Days in Oregon Wilderness A 26-year-old man, Gabriel Vaughn, who had been missing while rafting on Oregon’s Illinois River, has been rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter after spending five days alone in the wilderness. According to the Josephine County Sheriff’s Office, Vaughn was last seen around 4:15 p.m. on Monday […]
Embassy alerts about crime and terrorism dangers in revised travel guidance for Ivory Coast
Travel Advisory for Ivory Coast The U.S. Embassy in Ivory Coast has issued an updated “Level 2: Increased Alert” travel advisory highlighting concerns about safety in this popular destination. According to the advisory, dated February 18, there are increased risks related to crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health issues, and piracy in nearby waters. Violent crimes […]
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis asks Trump to step in as Coast Guard personnel prepare to miss their paychecks
Congress Members Urge Trump to Safeguard Coast Guard Pay During DHS Shutdown Led by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.), over a dozen Congress members on Friday urged President Trump to ensure that U.S. Coast Guard salaries remain secure amid the ongoing Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown. Malliotakis articulated concerns, noting, “More than 41,000 active duty […]
Coast Guard affected by DHS shutdown due to border conflict
Republican lawmakers overseeing the Coast Guard are expressing concerns that the Democrats’ decision to withhold funding from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is unjustly harming the only military service not under the Pentagon’s command. According to CBS News, Senator Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) is advocating for “three fundamental goals” to be revisited. These goals involve […]
Researchers find a great white shark called Brass Bed spotted off the coast of Florida.
Great White Shark Spotted Off Florida Coast A 9-foot-long, 433-pound female great white shark, known as “Brassbed,” has been spotted off the coast of Florida, particularly northeast of Cape Canaveral. This sighting occurred earlier this month after a satellite tag sent out a signal, as reported by researchers. According to findings shared with SWNS, Brassbed […]
Sick sea lion pup saved after traveling on a family’s boat to the California coast.
A sea lion pup, looking quite unwell, found its way onto a family’s boat near San Clemente before being escorted to safety by animal rescuers. On January 24, the malnourished pup swam onto the yacht of Matthew Miller while he spent time with his 11-year-old daughter, Ellie. Miller noticed something was off when the sea […]