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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Air Force holds epic exercise to blow stuff up, calls it ‘EPIC CRAB'
'Airmen walk away from an explosive detonation during EPIC CRAB 25 Exercise at Northwest Field, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 1, 2025. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adasha Williams. In the pantheon of great names for military exercises, few can rival 'EPIC CRAB,' which pays tribute to the unique culture of the military's explosive ordnance disposal, or EOD, community. Led by U.S. Pacific Air Forces, this year's exercise involved EOD technicians from the Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force, said Air Force 1st Lt. Ariana Wilkinson, a spokeswoman for the 36th Wing on Guam. As for why EPIC CRAB is named 'EPIC CRAB,' well, the Air Force had a pretty detailed explanation. 'The name 'CRAB' is derived from the informal term for the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) badge, which is commonly referred to as a 'crab' due to its distinctive shape,' Wilkinson told Task & Purpose in an email. 'This term is widely recognized within the EOD community. The EOD badge is unique in that it is the only badge awarded to service members from multiple Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) and Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSC) across the Department of Defense (DOD), as all EOD technicians attend the same joint training school.' As for the 'EPIC' portion? That's a 'play on 'Expeditionary' in the Pacific region, reflecting the exercise's focus and location,' Wilkinson wrote. And the exercise certainly was epic. A photo taken by the 36th Wing shows four airmen looking totally badass as they nonchalantly walk away from an explosion at Anderson Air Force Base on Guam. The picture could easily be mistaken for an album cover — cue 'My Hero' by the Foo Fighters. It turns out that 'EPIC CRAB' is a variation of a theme. Last year, Navy EOD techs took part in the first King Crab Competition. The Navy's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group 2 also conducted Snow Crab Exercise 2025 this winter at Camp Ripley in Little Falls, Minnesota. EPIC CRAB 25 was held from April 27 to May 3 on Guam, and it was coordinated by the 554th Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers 'Red Horse' Squadron, Wilkinson said. The exercise took place on several locations across Guam to emphasize distributed operations and decentralized command and control, Wilkinson said. The EOD technicians divided into small teams and then used live explosives to neutralize unexploded ordnance and improvised explosive devices, Wilkinson said. The scenarios took place both in the day and at night, so EOD techs used night vision goggles for nighttime exercises, she said. Air Force EOD technicians must go through extensive training to learn how to deal with bombs, chemical weapons, and even nuclear threats, said Air Force spokesperson Laurel Falls That training begins with the 26-day EOD Preliminary Course at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, which has a 53% attrition rate, Falls told Task & Purpose. The course is meant to test airmen's physical and mental limits to prepare them to deal with explosives. Airmen who make it through the preliminary course go on to the Naval School, Explosive Ordnance Disposal at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, Falls said. The school trains service members from all military benches, and the program lasts 143 days. Following the school, airmen go to their first duty station where they go through 18 more months of advanced training on the 10 core missions that Air Force EOD technicians support, including countering improvised explosive devices, responding to weapons of mass destruction, handling nuclear weapons incidents, recovering unexploded ordnance, clearing operational ranges, and engaging in irregular warfare, Falls said. Army to eliminate 2 Security Force Assistance Brigades, reassign experienced soldiers Why the Army's new XM7 rifle reignited a debate over volume of fire Air Force delay on separation and retirement orders isn't 'stop loss,' defense official says F-35's close call over Yemen raises questions about how it's used An Army unit's 'extreme use of profanity' was so bad, they made a rule about it
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Candidate Profile: Wallace W. Chadwick III (Chesapeake Sheriff race)
Wallace W. Chadwick III is a candidate for Chesapeake Sheriff and is running as a Republican. His name will appear on the June 17, 2025 ballot. Chadwick III is running against challenger Dave Rosado in the June Republican primary. The winner will appear on the ballot for the General Election on Nov. 4. If you are voting in this election, from May 2 through June 14 you can vote early at your On Election Day, polls in Virginia are open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. Don't forget to bring your ID. to see who is on your ballot. 10 On Your Side reached out to all of the candidates running in this race, with a request for a bio and a list of questions to answer. If you do not see the candidate listed with a profile, we did not receive one. Candidate Profiles Candidate Name: Wallace ChadwickAge: 47Candidate Website: United States Marine Corps Veteran Wallace Chadwick is a lifelong Chesapeake resident happily married for 25 years with three daughters. He attended Chesapeake public schools and graduated from Indian River High School where he met his wife, Nicole. After earning the title United States Marine, Wallace went on to his Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) schooling in the engineering field as bulk fueler and later into Hazmat operations while stationed in Camp Lejeune, NC. He completed many humanitarian missions to Puerto Rico and to Texas to assist in securing the border just to name a few. Wallace was promoted through the ranks and became a Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO). He completed his four years of active-duty service in 1999- and two more-years reserve duty. He was honorably discharged from the Marine Corps in 2002. In January 2000, Wallace embarked on another service and this one was to the city he was raised in, Chesapeake. He joined the ranks of the Chesapeake Police Department. In July of 2000, he graduated as a fully sworn and certified Law Enforcement Officer for the Commonwealth of Virginia with the Chesapeake Police Department 41st session and was elected the class president by his peers. Wallace is a 25 Year Law Enforcement Executive. A proven leader in the Chesapeake Police Department with over 300 staff under his command. He has worked in every borough of Chesapeake, and its waterways. He is currently assigned to Special Operations for the department and additionally serves as Executive Officer for the Marine Patrol and Underwater Search and Recovery Team. As a Former FBI and DEA Task Force Officer, he protected our liberties abroad and took on violent gang members to get them off our streets. As a former School Resource Officer at Great Bridge High School, Wallace Chadwick knows firsthand how to keep our kids safe. Wallace holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration. As the CEO of National Non-Profit, Wallace supports law enforcement and raising over $10.5 million for fallen officer families. In his free time, which isn't often these days, Wallace and his family enjoy traveling and I am a grassroots conservative candidate with experience, leadership, and integrity to serve the city's needs. I believe in hard work and serving others. Chesapeake isn't just where I live. It is a part of who I am, where I grew up, chose to raise my family, and serve my community. I am a fierce defender of the constitution and 2A rights. I want to end the perception of nepotism that has existed for so long in that office. I want to expand technology, use new tools and tactics to improve the environment in the office. I want to make it a top priority to take care of the men and women that serve in the office. This means allowing them to be free to speak their minds without fear of retribution. I want to expand training and programs where every deputy and employee can progress themselves not just a select few. And finally, I want to expand programs for the inmates allowing them to have a skill when they finish paying their debt to society. For too long, the Chesapeake Sheriff's Office has operated under a system of nepotism and succession, leaving voters without a true choice in leadership. But this year is different. I am stepping forward to give Chesapeake voters a real option—one that puts integrity, accountability, and experience first. As your CONSERVATIVE candidate for Sheriff, I'll fight to: • End catch-and-release permanently, not just during an election• Bring full transparency to the Sheriff's Office• Keep our neighborhoods safe As your CONSERVATIVE candidate for Sheriff, I will fight for full TRANSPARENCY and honest leadership. If elected, I'll shine a light on every corner of the Sheriff's Office — no secrets, no excuses. My goal is simple: a strong, accountable office you can be proud of. I am running to be the Sheriff of Chesapeake. A city I grew up in, attended school in, started a family in, chose a career in and started a multimillion-dollar Non-profit business in. I am a Marine Corps Veteran and have spent the last 25 years in the police department serving the citizens of this great city. I have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice administration; I literally went to school and majored in a program designed to run a law enforcement agency. But beyond my education, my real qualifications come from hands-on real law enforcement experience. In the field and in the administrative positions that I have and currently hold that make me the best person to be your next Sheriff. It is my time overseeing and commanding hostage situations, active shooter scenes, officer involved shootings, lengthy organized crime investigations, and the many federal investigations I completed with the DEA and the FBI as a task force officer. In my current position as a police Lieutenant, I supervise over 300 other sworn and non-sworn personnel. I routinely prepare and project budgeting needs for my areas of operation including grant writing, capital improvement projects, maintenance of vital city equipment and training for officers. As Sheriff, I will fully cooperate with ICE and all federal immigration enforcement—no exceptions. Enforcing the law isn't optional. When local leaders refuse to work with federal agencies, they put our communities at risk by releasing violent offenders back onto our streets. I've been clear and consistent on this from day one. My opponent refused to cooperate with ICE until public pressure forced a reversal. Voters deserve a Sheriff who doesn't wait for political winds to shift. I'll always back the rule of law and put the safety of Chesapeake families first. Chesapeake's Sheriff's Office is close to full staffing, thanks to competitive pay and strong benefits from the City Council. To ensure fiscal responsibility, I support a full audit of programs and spending to confirm funds are used wisely. To retain and attract top talent, we must double down on what works: good pay, top-tier training, and a culture where deputies feel valued. That means promoting from within, expanding wellness programs, prioritizing deputies' pay by renegotiating unfair part-time scheduling fees, and creating leadership opportunities. This job is tough, and our deputies deserve a Sheriff who has their back—every shift, every day. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hindustan Times
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Instagram head Adam Mosseri shocks the internet as he joins Sakshi Shivdasani, Naina Bhan in fun Bollywood dance. Watch
Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, could not resist dancing for a quick reel with actors Sakshi Shivdasani and Naina Bhan. In the cute video, which was jointly posted by Sakshi, Naina and Adam, the three of them shook a leg to the song Luv Letter, which is trending on Instagram these days. (Also read: Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh react to Instagram head Adam Mosseri's post, pose for a selfie after their dinner) Adam stood in the middle with Naina and Sakshi on either side of the reel. He tried to follow the two as they started to dance to the peppy song by Kanika Kapoor from the film The Legend of Michael Mishra. In the caption, Sakshi wrote, ''Naina and Sakshi have a podcast called MOS so my name is @mosseri ' (we're delusional)' A post shared by sakshi (@sakshishivdasani) Several users reacted with laughing face emoticons in the comments. A comment read, 'it's crazy that this video exists!' Another said, 'Gotta love how unserious y'all are.' 'Obsessed,' stated a second user. On Wednesday, Adam had a special dinner with actor-couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh at a Bandra restaurant. Taking to Instagram, Adam shared a selfie with the two. In wrote, "I got to meet the amazing and charismatic power couple that is @deepikapadukone and @ranveersingh this evening in Bombay, and enjoy some unreal food at @papasbombay." A post shared by Adam Mosseri (@mosseri) In the comments section, Deepika wrote, "@mosseri @ranveersingh. What happens at @papasbombay stays at @papasbombay! (Zipper-mouth face, face with hand over mouth, grinning face with sweat emojis)." Ranveer wrote, 'Good times! (Red heart and heart eyes emojis) COYG!' A post shared by Prajakta Koli (@mostlysane) Adam also met content creator and actor Prajakta Koli on Wednesday. Prajakta took to her Instagram account and shared a picture with him. 'Thank you so much for the chat @mosseri !' she wrote in the caption. Adam is in India to participate in the ongoing WAVES 2025 Summit. On Friday, the Instagram chief will take to the stage for an interaction with actor Shraddha Kapoor at the grand event in Mumbai.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Estadio Gana Launches in Mexico, Expanding Mobile Streams' Presence in the Growing Sports Betting Market
LONDON, March 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobile Streams Plc (MOS) is pleased to announce that, following a successful testing phase, its online casino and sportsbook—formerly known as Bet—has officially launched in Mexico under the name Estadio Gana ( This platform provides Mexican sports fans with the latest global sports news, live match updates, and the opportunity to place bets, offering both a Sports Book and Casino experience. Designed with Mexico's sports and gaming community in mind, Estadio Gana aims to deliver a dynamic and engaging experience for users looking to explore both betting and gaming options. This launch marks an important step into Mexico's rapidly expanding sports betting market. With projections indicating the industry could reach US$11.47 billion by the end of 2025, and potential growth of up to 70% by 2028, the timing aligns well with the country's passion for sports and the upcoming co-hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2026. "We're excited to reach this milestone with our partners in Mexico and abroad," said Mark Epstein, CEO of Mobile Streams. "The launch of Estadio Gana is just the beginning, and we look forward to its continued growth." Meanwhile, Carlos Gomez, CEO of Estadio Gana, added, "We are excited about the future of Estadio Gana and look forward to continuing our partnership with MOS as we navigate the opportunities ahead in Mexico's growing gaming market. With the World Cup approaching, we see great potential for continued growth." Estadio Gana plans to expand its offerings with new products and content. Its social media channels are now live, offering a space for the community to stay connected and informed. The platform is also dedicated to maintaining a secure and responsible gaming environment, with measures in place to ensure fair play and player safety. Mobile Streams Plc currently holds 29.94% of Estadio Gana, with the potential to increase this share to 42.12% through a call option (as outlined in the RNS of 20th March 2025). This announcement contains information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulations (EU) No. 596/2014, as it forms part of UK Domestic Law by virtue of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018. Upon publication of this announcement, this inside information is now considered to be in the public domain. View source version on Contacts Carlos MejiaCM Global PRCarlosmejia@ Direct +13057338167Office +13052991277 Sign in to access your portfolio
