The decommissioned aircraft carrier John F. Kennedy, the last conventionally powered flattop built by the US Navy, began its final journey to the scrapyard after being moored in Philadelphia for nearly two decades. The Kennedy namesake will continue with the future Ford-class nuclear-powered supercarrier. The vessel, commissioned in 1968, completed 18 deployments over nearly four decades, including involvement in key conflicts such as the Arab-Israeli conflict and the first air strikes in Afghanistan. The ship was also famously involved in one of the greatest military pranks involving greased pigs.
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Trump to visit California after ripping 'idiot' Newsom on wildfire; critics bash crime, homelessness, spending
Gov. Gavin Newsom faces criticism from President Trump over his handling of the Los Angeles wildfires, with Trump suggesting Newsom resign. Newsom defends his actions, signing a $2.5 billion relief package for wildfire recovery and expressing hope for the future. Trump's visit to survey the damage sparks ongoing tensions between the two leaders over issues like forest management and sanctuary cities. Full Article
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