A U.S. aircraft carrier, the USS Carl Vinson, deployed in the Western Pacific Ocean, received additional firepower with six F-35C Lightning II fighter jets from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Japan. This reinforcement followed a large Chinese war game in contested Taiwanese waters, aimed at bolstering American power projection and deterring Chinese military activities. The deployment came after China mobilized 90 ships for exercises around Taiwan, as part of ongoing tensions in the region over Taiwan’s status and China’s territorial claims.
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Packers handle Seahawks to maintain playoff spot; Geno Smith leaves game with knee injury
The Green Bay Packers secured a crucial 30-13 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, improving their playoff chances and moving to 10-4 on the year. The Seahawks dropped to 8-6, losing their first place spot in the NFC West to the Los Angeles Rams. Packers' quarterback Jordan Love led the team to victory with 229 passing yards and two touchdowns, while the defense held off a late Seattle rally to secure the win. Full Article
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