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Lieutenant general Susan Coyle was named Australia's Chief of Army following a three-decade career during which she has served in the Solomon Islands, Afghanistan and the Middle East.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

Many of the vessels that cross the strait fly common shipping flags such as those of Panama, the Marshall Islands, and Malta.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

President of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo, offered his "support to the victims and their families".

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Cal State Channel Islands said Caravello’s employment status has not changed and that he remained employed throughout the proceedings, according to the university.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

He has already been so many places, including another jungle overseas, in the Philippine Islands, where he was a wounded hero in the Second World War.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver