NCO emails critique of Afghanistan rules of engagement
An encrypted Washington Post email from an Afghanistan based NCO argues current ROE hamstring coalition success. He recalls mortars denied illumination rounds amid civilian risk and weapons fire during missions with Afghan forces delaying counterinsurgency aims. The piece notes broader political friction and calls for timing in US troop withdrawal.
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Almanac snapshot of historic and civic notes for today
Today's almanac marks day 172 of 2010 and the start of summer. It lists notable events from 1788 constitutional ratification of New Hampshire, 1989 flag burning ruling, and SpaceShipOne’s spaceflight milestone, plus birthdays, a 1997 WNBA debut, and James Buchanan’s bachelor status.
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Touchdown Jesus burned by lightning in Monroe Ohio
A 62 foot statue of Jesus outside Solid Rock Church in Monroe Ohio was struck by lightning and burned to a charred steel frame nicknamed Touchdown Jesus. Pastors downplay any prophetic meaning saying it was fiberglass and not a divine message. Lightning Safety Week urges seeking shelter during storms and waiting 30 minutes after the last flash.
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GM officials urge drop of nickname Chevy in branding shift
Dayton Daily News columnist notes GM executives urged employees to use Chevrolet in all communications to avoid foreign confusion. The memo, leaked to The New York Times, argues branding to reduce ambiguity, while the author defends staying with “Chevy” and mocks the formalization trend.
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