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Fury Over Fox Host's 'Weak' Sailors Comments
PoliticsThe Independent16h ago

Fury Over Fox Host's 'Weak' Sailors Comments

A Fox host faced widespread criticism after blasting 'weak' sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln, with a former Marine Corps staff sergeant comparing the crew's conditions to his own deployment in Afghanistan.

Marine Pilot Praises F-22 Raptor Among Top Fighter Jets
TechnologyBusiness Insider1mo ago

Marine Pilot Praises F-22 Raptor Among Top Fighter Jets

A former Marine Corps fighter pilot, Dave Berke, who flew multiple advanced jets including the F/A-18, F-16, F-22, and F-35, shared his insights, singling out the F-22 Raptor for its superior maneuverability. His career was inspired by the movie 'Top Gun'.

Pulitzer Prize Winner Philip Caputo Dies at 84
Cultureaktuality-sk3mo ago

Pulitzer Prize Winner Philip Caputo Dies at 84

Philip Caputo, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and former Marine officer who reported from Vietnam and Afghanistan, has died at the age of 84. He leaves behind a significant literary legacy.

Baligod: Probe aims to portray him, ‘ex-Marines’ as gov’t destabilizers
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Baligod: Probe aims to portray him, ‘ex-Marines’ as gov’t destabilizers

MANILA, Philippines —  Atty. Levito Baligod said on Tuesday that he received information from an “active military officer” that the ongoing investigation into the joint affidavit of his clients—18 supposed former Marines—allegedly aims to portray him and the 18 individuals as “destabilizers” of the government. “Some bright people in Government want to canalize the ‘investigation’

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’on cash  deliveries to pols
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’on cash deliveries to pols

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

National Security Adviser Año Sues 'Ex-Marines' for Fake News
Politicsinquirerphilstar5mo ago2 sources

National Security Adviser Año Sues 'Ex-Marines' for Fake News

National Security Adviser Eduardo Año has filed legal action against 18 individuals, including supposedly former Marines, a lawyer, and a former congressman, for allegedly spreading 'malicious and fabricated' claims about his involvement in a cash delivery.

Lacson fears probe into ex-Marines’ delivery story may turn into circus
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Lacson fears probe into ex-Marines’ delivery story may turn into circus

MANILA, Philippines— Allowing the 18 former Marines to appear in the Senate probe into the flood control projects mess may just turn the proceeding into a circus, according to Senate President Pro Tempore  Panfilo Lacson, noting that their stories were “lacking in believability” at the onset. This is why Lacson, who heads of the Senate blue

Palace spox: Defensor is another Mawanay
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Palace spox: Defensor is another Mawanay

Former Rep. Mike Defensor’s warning that another group of former Marines would soon come forward with supposed firsthand accounts of an alleged bribery scheme in the administration of President Marcos is turning him into another Ador Mawanay, according to Palace press officer Claire Castro. Mawanay—whose real name is Antonio Luis Marquez—falsely accused Sen. Panfilo Lacson

Suitcase claim vs Marcos a lousy script – Palace
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Suitcase claim vs Marcos a lousy script – Palace

Malacañang yesterday dismissed as a “lousy script” the story of 18 men who introduced themselves as former Marines, who claimed they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to the houses of President Marcos and his cousin, former speaker Martin Romualdez.

Former US Marine Robert Gilman Released from Russian Prison on Humanitarian Grounds
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Former US Marine Robert Gilman Released from Russian Prison on Humanitarian Grounds

Former US Marine Robert Gilman has been released from a Russian prison on humanitarian grounds due to his ailing health and has returned to the United States. His family and advocates are urging further efforts to free other Americans detained in Russia.

Beluga Whales Relocated from Closed Canadian Marine Park to US
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Beluga Whales Relocated from Closed Canadian Marine Park to US

Six beluga whales have been successfully airlifted from a closed Canadian marine park and rehomed in new facilities in the United States. The complex operation involved cranes and specialized transport to ensure their safe relocation.

Final Suspect Arrested in Attack on Thai MP
WorldBangkok Post3mo ago

Final Suspect Arrested in Attack on Thai MP

A former marine, identified as the gunman in an attack on a Narathiwat MP, has been arrested along the Thai-Myanmar border with assistance from an ethnic armed group in Myanmar.

NBI: Lawyer stopped 12 Co ‘bagmen’ from signing statements
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

NBI: Lawyer stopped 12 Co ‘bagmen’ from signing statements

Only six of the 18 alleged former Marines, who claimed to have delivered suitcases filled with cash totaling billions of pesos to several government officials and personalities, including President Marcos, have signed their sworn statements before the National Bureau of Investigation, according to Director Melvin Matibag. In a message to the Inquirer on Wednesday, Matibag

NBI Finds Army General Recruited Bodyguards for Zaldy Co
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

NBI Finds Army General Recruited Bodyguards for Zaldy Co

The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has identified a retired general who allegedly recruited 103 people, including 18 alleged former Marines, to serve as security aides for former congressman Zaldy Co, adding a new twist to a corruption story.

Remulla: 6 of 18 ‘ex-Marines’ in bribery exposé are facing murder raps
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Remulla: 6 of 18 ‘ex-Marines’ in bribery exposé are facing murder raps

MANILA, Philippines – Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday said that the 18 individuals representing themselves as former Marines were acting for “political effect,” noting that while several signatories are no longer in active service, six were charged with murder. “Not all of them are in active service, and many of them were discharged. Alam

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’ on cash  deliveries to pols
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Sara hits critics’ ‘silence’ on cash deliveries to pols

Vice President Sara Duterte yesterday questioned the “deafening silence” of civil society groups, the Church and lawmakers to allegations raised by 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, that they delivered suitcases containing billions of pesos to certain politicians.

Leila De Lima ‘reveals’ contents of ‘maleta’ in viral video
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Leila De Lima ‘reveals’ contents of ‘maleta’ in viral video

MANILA, Philippines — Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila De Lima on Monday acted out in humor the kickback allegations by “bagmen” with her clutching a “maleta” (suitcase) and a paper bag in a video clip that has since gone viral.  De Lima was accused by the supposed 18 former Marines-turned-“bagmen” of receiving wads of cash

Sara Duterte says Co’s 18 ‘bagmen’ must ‘not be sidelined, dismissed’
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Sara Duterte says Co’s 18 ‘bagmen’ must ‘not be sidelined, dismissed’

MANILA, Philippines — Vice President Sara Duterte on Thursday hailed the 18 former Marines who acted as alleged bagmen of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co, and said that this only “proved” initial information that the government had been coordinating with the International Criminal Court (ICC). The vice president also said that the revelations by

Russia Releases Former US Marine From Prison
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Russia Releases Former US Marine From Prison

Russia has released Robert Gilman, a former US Marine, from prison after years of detention, with reports indicating his release was due to serious health issues. Former President Trump thanked Putin, suggesting discussions between them contributed to Gilman's release.

London Leaders Address Golders Green Antisemitic Attack Concerns
PoliticsBBCThe GuardianThe Independent+1Times of India3mo ago4 sources

London Leaders Address Golders Green Antisemitic Attack Concerns

Following an antisemitic stabbing in Golders Green, London, political leaders and community members have called for increased safety measures for Jewish Londoners. The incident has prompted discussions on police response and the hiring of former marines to protect synagogues and schools.

Trillanes Files New Cyberlibel Raps Against Ex-Marines
Politicsinquirerphilstar4mo ago2 sources

Trillanes Files New Cyberlibel Raps Against Ex-Marines

Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV has filed new cyberlibel complaints against 18 alleged former Marines, stemming from claims tied to the International Criminal Court's probe into former President Duterte and accusations of receiving $2 million.

NBI Review Sought as Only Six of 18 Alleged Ex-Marines Signed Statements
Politicsinquirerphilstar5mo ago2 sources

NBI Review Sought as Only Six of 18 Alleged Ex-Marines Signed Statements

Only six of the 18 alleged former Marines signed their written statements during interviews with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), as their counsel requested a review of the documents first. This development is part of the ongoing investigation into allegations that former Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman personally received cash from the alleged ex-Marines.

8 of 18 ‘ex-Marines’ not assigned to Zaldy Co — NBI
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

8 of 18 ‘ex-Marines’ not assigned to Zaldy Co — NBI

MANILA, Philippines — Eight of the 18 alleged former Marines who recently claimed to be “bagmen” of resigned Ako Bicol Rep. Elizaldy Co were found to be “not assigned” to the former congressman, National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag said. In an interview at the NBI headquarters in Pasay City on Wednesday, Matibag

18 ex-Marines notarized affidavits on flood-control kickbacks – lawyer
Worldinquirer5mo ago

18 ex-Marines notarized affidavits on flood-control kickbacks – lawyer

MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Charlie Pascual on Tuesday confirmed that 18 alleged former Marines visited his office to have affidavits notarized, in which they accused various government officials and personalities of receiving kickbacks from flood-control projects. This followed Pascual’s appearance before the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) on Tuesday to comply with a subpoena issued

Trillanes files raps vs Baligod, 18 alleged bagmen
Politicsphilstar5mo ago

Trillanes files raps vs Baligod, 18 alleged bagmen

Perjury complaints have been filed by former senator Antonio Trillanes IV against 18 men who claimed to be former Marines, over their allegations that they delivered suitcases and paper bags containing cash to him and several others.

Palace: ‘Wonder Boy’ Mike Defensor is ‘Ador Mawanay 2.0’
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

Palace: ‘Wonder Boy’ Mike Defensor is ‘Ador Mawanay 2.0’

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer Claire Castro has likened Mike Defensor to infamous Senate witness Ador Mawanay, who testified against Sen. Panfilo Lacson over two decades ago but later retracted his statements. At Thursday’s briefing, Castro was asked to comment on Defensor’s warning that another group of former marines would soon come forward with their supposed firsthand

From Marines to bagmen? Palace sees ‘lousy script’
Politicsinquirer5mo ago

From Marines to bagmen? Palace sees ‘lousy script’

MANILA, Philippines — The Palace spokesperson dismissed as a “lousy script” the accusation that President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. was the “mastermind” and biggest beneficiary of a corruption scheme supposedly employing former Marines to deliver travel bags filled with cash to politicians’ homes. Three former lawmakers called the allegation a mere diversionary tactic from this week’s