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Rescue teams search for 130 missing after Indonesian ferry capsizes — 3dCrews recovered the bodies of two missing crew members from the Nghi Quan 19 tugboat that sank off Nam Du Island after severe weather on September 10, while one crew member had already been rescued. The search and recovery operations involved Coast Guard Region 4, Naval Region 5, Ship 526 and other vessels, overcoming rough seas and limited visibility.

Cowboys guard Tyler Smith undergoes thumb surgery, return timeline uncertain — Sep 8, 2026Dallas Cowboys left guard Tyler Smith will undergo thumb surgery and miss four to six weeks, being placed on injured reserve with a designation to return. T.J. Bass will start at left guard in his absence, as Smith targets a potential return around Week 5 or later while the team manages grip strength and roster questions up front.

Nicole Hardy IR with the return designation feels like the right move here. No point risking a longer setback by trying to push through it early in the season.

Corrie ten Boom's Sister Betsie Prays for the GuardsGood News — FROM 1944Prisoner intercedes for her Ravensbrück tormentors

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Two Former Alligator Alcatraz Guards Face Battery ChargesWorld — Sep 4, 2026Two former guards at Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz were charged with misdemeanor battery in connection with a January 25 incident involving detainee Rigoberto Rodríguez Arce, with prosecutors alleging they struck and restrained him during a protest at the Everglades facility that has since closed. Plaintiffs and defense accounts differ over what occurred, but court records show both guards pled not guilty as investigations continued alongside the facility’s closure and ongoing debate over detainee conditions.

Guardsman Charged After Pointing Pistol at Colleague Over Hairstyle RulesPolitics — 6dZion Mitchell, a 21-year-old Georgia National Guard member deployed to Washington, D.C., faces felony charges of assault with a dangerous weapon and possession of a firearm during a crime of violence after allegedly drawing and pointing a loaded pistol at a fellow guardswoman during an Aug. 25 dispute over Army grooming/hair regulations outside a Popeyes on H Street NE. He is being held in DC Jail as the case moves toward a Sept. 15 court appearance amid the ongoing National Guard presence in the capital.

Denzel Aberdeen Sues NCAA for Injunction to Play Fifth Season — 3dFlorida guard Denzel Aberdeen has filed for a temporary injunction to return for a fifth season under the NCAA’s 5-in-5 rule, arguing the policy should apply to him despite the Class of 2022 being excluded. The push comes amid multiple legal challenges to the rule, including a Colorado court ruling awarding eligibility that was stayed by the 10th Circuit, leaving his status in flux as lawsuits expand to state courts.

Maya Lindstrom Aberdeen has a fair point pushing for that fifth year since his class got left out of the policy for no clear reason.

McDaniel, Harbaugh Build Chargers Offensive Partnership — 4dLos Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has teamed with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel to overhaul a stagnant offense and unlock Justin Herbert with a more explosive, motion-heavy, run-first system. The pair’s complementary strengths and ongoing familiarity, along with upcoming matchups and cross-coach intrigue, have created guarded optimism for a potential turnaround.

Corrie ten Boom Forgives Her GuardGood News — FROM 1947The watchmaker's daughter who hid Jews and survived Ravensbrück met one of her former guards — and found the strength to take his hand.

Deployed D.C. Guardsman Charged After Allegedly Pointing Gun — 6dGeorgia National Guard Specialist Zion Mitchell, 21, was arrested in Washington, D.C., on two felonies after allegedly drawing a loaded pistol and pointing it at a fellow Guardswoman during an Aug. 25 dispute over Army hairstyle regulations in a van outside a Popeyes. The incident occurred amid a broader DC crime-suppression deployment tied to President Donald Trump’s mission to crack down on crime in the capital.

About 30 robots protest in Warsaw, demanding AI rules to protect jobs — Sep 7, 2026About 30 robots demonstrated outside Poland's Ministry of Digital Affairs to demand stronger AI regulation and guard against worker displacement, organized by Democratism to spark debate on AI's impact on labor. Officials, including Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski, acknowledged the need for rules as AI and humanoid robotics advance, with references to implementing or aligning with the EU AI Act.

Chris Dalton The irony of robots protesting for human job protection is not lost on me.

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Trump to Mark 9/11 Anniversary at Pentagon — 6dPresident Trump attended and spoke at 9/11 commemorations, including events at the White House Ellipse and nationwide ceremonies tied to a steel World Trade Center beam that toured the country to honor first responders. In related 9/11 tributes, Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther, announced a new Coast Guard cutter name, and NYC released asbestos-related documents about air conditions after the attacks.

Judge orders force-feeding of National Guard shooting suspect amid hunger strike — Aug 31, 2026A DC federal judge ordered Rahmanullah Lakanwal to be forcibly fed and medically treated after months of refusing food and water while facing federal charges for the November shooting of two National Guard members near the White House. The order authorizes feeding through a nasal tube, intravenous methods, or an existing tube to preserve his life until adequate oral intake and treatment are achieved, with charges including first-degree murder and related counts.

Reader Let him croak.

Louisiana National Guard Ends Eight-Month New Orleans Deployment — Aug 24, 2026After eight months of security operations in the French Quarter, the Louisiana National Guard concluded its New Orleans deployment on Aug. 31, having conducted over 4,000 patrols, logged 31,162 patrol hours and aided in 171 arrests. Gov. Jeff Landry and local law enforcement officials credited the mission with improving safety, while residents expressed mixed views on the Guard’s presence and its impact on daily life.

Lynx Sign Aari McDonald, Waive Eliška Joklová — Sep 7, 2026The Minnesota Lynx signed guard Aari McDonald and waived Eliška Joklová as they bolster depth ahead of the playoffs, marking McDonald’s return to the WNBA after a 2025 season with Indiana and recent injury setbacks. A 2021 No. 3 overall pick who helped Arizona reach its first Final Four and national title game, McDonald joins a Lynx team that sits atop the standings at 31-9 and is preparing for a late-season push.

One Dead, Three Missing After Bahamas Plane Disappears — Sep 8, 2026A Florida family of four—pilot Mario Lamar, his wife Lili Lamar, and grandchildren Sofia Sosa and Christian Sosa—are missing after a PA-34 Piper aircraft (tail number N212ML) disappeared off Andros Island while returning from the Bahamas. The U.S. Coast Guard and Bahamian authorities are leading a weather-delayed, multi-agency search for the downed plane 13 miles west of Andros, with search efforts spanning air and sea assets and the investigation ongoing.

Video Shows Guard Fainting on Stage Where Queen’s Coffin Was DisplayedReporting — Sep 15, 2022A guard standing in front of Queen Elizabeth II’s coffin fainted. The video of the incident circulated on social media. After the guard began to wobble on his feet, he fell to the ground. Other guards appeared to rush…

Niger accuses France of orchestrating failed military mutiny at Niamey base — Sep 5, 2026Niger’s military authorities increasingly blame France and President Macron for inciting a August mutiny and widening regional blame to unnamed neighbours, while France rejects the accusations as fantasy; the crisis has spotlighted the Presidential Guard’s role and amid tensions with Russia, the mutiny spread to the Niamey airport, base, presidential palace, and state media, threatening stability in the capital.

Marcus Bell Every faction blaming outsiders while their own government structure is falling apart is a bad sign for ordinary Nigeriens caught in the middle.

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Boater searches unfold across Canada, U.S.World — 6dAuthorities are coordinating searches for missing boaters in two regions: in Łutsel K’e, Northwest Territories, where a man and a woman who left Yellowknife on Sept. 4 have not contacted anyone amid bad weather, with RCMP and a Hercules aircraft aiding the search and multiple water routes being considered; and near St. Lawrence Island, Alaska, where three people aboard an 18-foot fishing vessel are overdue, one survivor with hypothermia rescued and two others found dead as Coast Guard and local partners mount a multi-agency response.

Autopsy Confirms Guard Shot 20-Year-Old in Back — Aug 27, 2026Autopsy findings across multiple reports indicate Tyrin Johnson, a 20-year-old in Memphis, was shot in the back during a pursuit by Tennessee National Guard members near AutoZone Park, contradicting initial police accounts that he faced the troopers. The disclosures, including family statements and official reviews, have spurred ongoing scrutiny and potential investigations as authorities determine whether the use of lethal force was justified.

Ben Simmons ends NBA absence with one-year deal to Kings — Sep 4, 2026Ben Simmons signs a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings, marking his return to the NBA after sitting out the 2025-26 season due to injuries. He is expected to serve as a backup point guard behind rookie Darius Acuff Jr and provide versatility as Sacramento seeks to rebuild after a 22-60 season.

Sam Okafor Backing up a rookie says a lot about where his career's at now. Hope he can stay healthy and be a veteran presence at least.

Supreme Court Won’t Let Trump Deploy National Guard In Illinois — Dec 23, 2025The Supreme Court declined Tuesday to allow President Donald Trump to deploy the National Guard in Illinois. The government has not shown it is permitted under the law “to federalize the Guard in the exercise of…

Judge rules Sinema can be sued under North Carolina's homewrecker law — Sep 5, 2026A North Carolina judge ruled that Kyrsten Sinema can be sued under the state's alienation-of-affection law for her relationship with a member of her security detail, rejecting arguments that she had no state connection. The case, brought by the ex-wife of Sinema’s bodyguard, hinges on text messages Sinema sent while the guard was in North Carolina and alleges a pattern of interference and sexual misconduct related to Sinema’s involvement with the man.

Sam Okafor Wild that these old alienation-of-affection laws are still on the books, but if the texts show what's alleged, that's a legitimate legal question.

Watch: Migrants ‘Overrun’ Texas National Guard at the BorderReporting — Mar 22, 2024A chaotic scene was recorded at the U.S. border as migrants stormed passed Texas National Guard members. On Thursday, The New York Post’s Jennie Taer posted on X, “This is the moment when TX National Guard became…

Capitol Police Ask National Guard To Stay for Two More Months: Defense OfficialReporting — Mar 4, 2021The Capitol Police have asked the Pentagon to extend the National Guard’s mission to protect the U.S. Capitol for an additional two months, a defense official told Reuters on Thursday. National Guard troops were…

Video — YouTubeA 9/11 Survivor Finally Shares the Story She Kept Private for 25 YearsSmartHER News · 9.2M views · Sep 10, 2026

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