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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
PHOTOS: Kentucky Air National Guard conducts earthquake response training ‘Exercise Grindstone'
PADUCAH, Ky. (FOX 56) — If you live in Kentucky, chances are you've heard reports of earthquake activity periodically, but did you know the Bluegrass is home to the most active seismic area on the East Coast? The Kentucky Air National Guard 123rd Airlift Wing posted on social media that Paducah, situated in the New Madrid Seismic Zone, made the perfect place to conduct earthquake response training from May 13 to 15, known as 'Exercise Grindstone.' 20K gallons of water carried from nearby boat ramp to battle Mount Vernon fire Memorial Day ceremony to be held at Camp Nelson: What to know Wolfe County rescue team splits up to help climber stuck nearly 30 feet in the air The three-day exercise at Barkley Regional Airport involved more than 30 Kentucky Air National Guard airmen and three C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, officials wrote. Leaders of the exercise said the airmen and planes were deployed to operate a cargo hub and evacuation center at the airport, simulating how officials could respond in the event of a large-scale earthquake in the area. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CairoScene
18-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Saudi Arabia Commits USD 600 Billion to US During Trump's MENA Tour
The deal includes a historic USD 142 billion arms agreement, the largest in US history, covering advanced military support. During President Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom signed a strategic economic agreement committing USD 600 billion in investments across key US sectors, including defense, technology, energy, and healthcare. A central component of the deal is a USD 142 billion arms agreement—the largest of its kind in US history—which encompasses state-of-the-art military equipment, services, and extensive training programs for Saudi armed forces. The package includes advanced systems such as C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft, THAAD anti-ballistic missile systems, Patriot PAC-3 missile defenses, and MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones. While discussions about the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets have occurred, no confirmation has been made regarding their inclusion in the deal. Beyond defense, the agreement includes significant investments in technology and infrastructure. Saudi data centre operator DataVolt plans to invest USD 20 billion in US AI and energy projects. Additionally, a consortium including Google, Oracle, and DataVolt has pledged USD 80 billion toward joint technology initiatives. In the healthcare sector, Shamekh IV Solution is committing USD 5.8 billion, which includes the establishment of a high-capacity IV fluid plant in Michigan. The agreements also cover cooperation in customs, judicial coordination, infectious disease research, and a new partnership between Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior and the US Federal Bureau of Investigation. President Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia is the first stop on his Gulf tour, with subsequent visits to the UAE and Qatar planned.
The Print
13-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Modi fact-checks Pakistan, visits Adampur, releases video & photo with S-400 in background
In pictures and videos released later, PM Modi, wearing the Trident cap of the Western Air Command, also known as the Trishul Command, was seen interacting with smiling IAF personnel. The background showed no signs of damage, conveying that everything was normal at the key base. The Prime Minister arrived at the IAF base in a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, landing on the very same air strip that Pakistan had claimed to have bombed. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited AFS Adampur Tuesday, fact-checking Pakistan military's claims that it had decimated the air force base and taken out the S-400 Triumf air defence system. In one image, the PM even stood in front of a MiG-29 fighter aircraft, while, in another, he was in front of the motto of the base—'When enemy pilots don't sleep well.' But the biggest fact check came from his pictures and videos of the S-400 Triumf air defence missiles in the background. Earlier this morning, I went to AFS Adampur and met our brave air warriors and soldiers. It was a very special experience to be with those who epitomise courage, determination and fearlessness. India is eternally grateful to our armed forces for everything they do for our nation. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 13, 2025 Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the director general of the information wing of the Pakistani military, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), had in multiple press conferences claimed that its military had destroyed the Adampur base. The Adampur air base, a short distance from Jalandhar, is home to a squadron of the MiG 29 Squadrons and also hosts several other fighters based on operational requirements. (Edited by Sanya Mathur) Also Read: Ferozepur woman dies days after suffering burn injuries in drone strike by Pakistan
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Guard's importance remains undimished
As the Air Guard goes, so goes St. Joseph. This isn't mere hyperbole. The 139th Airlift Wing has grown into a top 5 employer in St. Joseph with a $215 million economic impact in fiscal year 2024. With so much talk of job creation, it's easy to forget the Wing's primary mission is delivery of military and humanitarian support across the globe. But the economic benefits are impossible to ignore. That's why the flood of 1993 – which produced an indelible image of a C-130 plane surrounded by water – shocked the community into doing everything possible to support the Wing and solidify its future at Rosecrans Memorial Airport. Local, state and federal officials have collaborated to strengthen levees, upgrade runways, build a new tower, and relocate critical infrastructure out of the flood zone. These investments have paid off, but news late last month brought a flood of disappointment. The Air Force selected a Wyoming Air National Guard base in Cheyenne for the C-130J Super Hercules, an upgrade to the aging fleet of C-130H aircraft. Those same C-130H models are the workhorse of the Guard unit at Rosecrans. Last month's announcement marks the second time the Air Force has bypassed Rosecrans for the J model, which climbs faster, flies farther at a higher cruise speed and requires less distance for take-off and landing. Maybe the Wyoming unit made the best proposal or maybe its congressional delegation had more pull. The Wyoming Guard could make a case for the J model's advantages in suppressing western wildfires, an angle the 139th would be less able to play. What's certain is that the decision doesn't change the calculus of the 139th Airlift Wing, its importance to St. Joseph and the work that its men and women do every day. An upgrade to the J model should remain a priority for our congressional delegation. We believe that this latest setback will one day be viewed in same light as the 1993 flood. A bad moment, but opportunity often follows disappointment. The Clay County Royals? When it comes to the future of the Royals and the Chiefs, St. Joseph doesn't have a dog in that fight. For St. Joseph, it doesn't matter where the teams play as long as it's somewhere in the KC metro. However, one potential site for the Royals – a location in Clay County --- offers several advantages. That site is said to be under consideration. An MLB game in north Kansas City would shave about 20 minutes off the drive from St. Joseph compared to a trip to the Truman Sports Complex. For St. Joseph, the benefits would extend beyond gameday. One reason St. Joseph hasn't grown is that Kansas City is expanding in the opposite direction – to the southwest in Johnson County, Kansas. Anything that pushes KC metro development to the north will benefit St. Joseph, even in years when the Royals are in the cellar.
The Print
02-05-2025
- General
- The Print
IAF holds landing drills on Ganga Expressway in UP's Shahjahanpur
Until now, similar emergency landing drills were carried out on the Lucknow-Agra and Purvanchal expressways, but those were limited to daytime operations. What sets this expressway stretch apart is its unique capability to facilitate both day and night landings of fighter jets, making it the first such airstrip in the country. Shahjahanpur, May 2 (PTI) The IAF on Friday commenced its much-anticipated 'land and go' drill on the 3.5-km stretch of the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Shahjahanpur district, marking a significant milestone in the country's defence preparedness. Locals and students from various schools were among those who flocked to the expressway to watch the awe-inspiring flight demonstrations. The trial involved a range of IAF aircraft, including Rafale, SU-30 MKI, Mirage-2000, MiG-29, Jaguar, C-130J Super Hercules, AN-32, and the MI-17 V5 helicopter. The exercises tested low fly-pasts, landings, and take-offs during both daylight and night-time conditions. Uttar Pradesh government officials believe the success of the drill will also demonstrate the expressway's potential to act as an alternate runway during emergencies, enhancing the Indian Air Force's (IAF) operational flexibility. Top defence and state officials were also present to oversee the proceedings. Once complete, the Ganga Expressway will become Uttar Pradesh's fourth expressway to host an emergency airstrip, and the first to allow night landings, paving the way for round-the-clock operational preparedness. Amid heavy security, over half-a-dozen fighter aircraft conducted flyover and landing simulations during the day. The fighter aircraft also conducted flyover and landing simulations at night. Superintendent of Police Rajesh Dwivedi told PTI that the airstrip located near Piru village in the Jalalabad region witnessed trial runs by advanced combat aircraft, including the C-130J Super Hercules, Jaguar, Sukhoi, MiG-29, and Rafale. The local police remained on alert as the fighter jets performed the simulations at night. The SP said Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inspected the airstrip measuring 3.5 km in length last Sunday. To ensure safety, 250 CCTV cameras have been installed along the stretch, enabling real-time monitoring and quick police response in case of any incident, the officer said. Dwivedi also said that around 40 km of the surrounding areas were secured with the help of personnel from the panchayati raj and animal husbandry departments, along with local police teams. They were stationed along the expressway to prevent animals from straying onto the road or the restricted zones. Night-time drills were scheduled between 7 pm and 10 pm, during which the Bareilly-Etawah route from Jalalabad to Madanpur remained closed. Travellers were advised to use alternative routes. BJP's district general secretary Anil Gupta said the new airstrip brings strategic advantage by offering proximity to the Pakistan border. 'In the event of an attack, fighter jets can take off from this expressway. This is a historic milestone for Shahjahanpur district,' he said. The principal of Gurukul Bird School, Pooja Yadav, told PTI that she brought her students to witness the fighter jets in action. It was a first-time experience for our students, who were also given information about the aircraft,' she said. Sharing her excitement, Kritika, a Class-10 student, said, 'It was a unique experience. I saw fighter planes like the Jaguar and Rafale for the first time. Watching them fly was thrilling.' In September 2021, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved the construction of the Ganga Expressway between Meerut and Prayagraj. The estimated total cost of civil and construction work for the expressway project was Rs 36,230 crore at the time of its approval. The project under the public-private partnership model is running behind schedule. PTI COR/KIS CDN ARI This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
