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Sri Lanka Welcomes Iranian Crew After U. S. Attack Raises Tensions

March 6, 2026

The situation in the Indian Ocean grew tense when a U. S. submarine sank an Iranian warship near Sri Lanka’s coast, prompting the island nation to act swiftly. After the incident, an Iranian ship named the IRIS Bushehr drifted into Sri Lankan waters and sent a distress signal. The Sri Lankan navy re

politics

Iranian Ship Sunk Near Sri Lanka: A Ripple in the Indian Ocean

March 5, 2026

A warship from Iran went down after a U. S. submarine struck it off the coast of Sri Lanka, just days after the vessel had joined a naval drill hosted by India. The incident shows how far the U. S. –Israel campaign against Iran has stretched, reaching waters that India watches closely for its own se

politics

A High‑School Hero Steps into the Capitol

March 5, 2026

Jax Birth, a senior from Ardmore High School, spent a week in the Oklahoma House of Representatives during the second session of the 60th Legislature. The opportunity was arranged by Representative Tammy Townley, who welcomed him as a page and offered the student a front‑row view of state politics.

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US Submarine Hits Iranian Ship Near Sri Lanka

March 5, 2026

A U. S. submarine struck an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean on March 4, marking the first torpedo sinking of a vessel by the United States since World War Two. The attack occurred inside Sri Lanka’s exclusive economic zone, about 19 nautical miles from the port of Galle. The Iranian ship,

education

Naval Tech Adventure Brings Real‑World STEM to High School

March 5, 2026

The U. S. Navy recently took its mobile “Strike Group” show to Tohopekaliga High, where students experienced the world of naval aviation and tech in a hands‑on way. Instead of a lecture, kids walked through three interactive stations that used virtual reality headsets, maps and a full‑motion simu

politics

Israel Expands Military Presence in Lebanon After Hezbollah Escalation

March 3, 2026

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has pushed its troops further into southern Lebanon, moving beyond the five posts it currently holds. This shift is part of a new forward defense strategy aimed at blocking potential attacks from the Hezbollah group, which has begun launching rockets and drones toward

politics

Iran’s First Drone Boat Attack Hits Oil Tanker

March 3, 2026

A tanker that flies under the flag of the Marshall Islands became the first ship struck by an Iranian unmanned boat during this conflict. The incident happened near Muscat, Oman, on March 1. At first, people thought a missile had hit the vessel. Later, UK maritime authorities confirmed that a

politics

Boat Shooting Near Cuba Leaves Four Dead

February 26, 2026

A small boat registered in Florida was hit by Cuban border guards, killing four people and wounding six others. The victims were rescued and treated for their injuries, according to Cuban officials who also released the vessel’s registration number. U. S. Vice President J. D. Vance said he had limit

politics

Diplomacy First, But Ready for Action

February 24, 2026

The White House says President Trump’s main approach to Iran is diplomatic talks. Yet the administration also warns it could resort to military force if negotiations fail. The president’s spokesperson confirmed this stance, noting that the final call rests with Trump himself. Earlier in the day, Se

politics

Europe Moves Away From U. S. Support Amid Trump Chaos

February 15, 2026

In Munich, the air felt tense as European leaders gathered to discuss the long‑running war in Ukraine. Four years earlier, U. S. officials had arrived with satellite images and intercepted Russian conversations that warned of an imminent invasion. European officials largely dismissed the evidence, c