A new recruitment video from the U.S. Navy’s Talent Acquisition Group Great Lakes appears to feature the opening theme from the popular anime “Blend S.” While the military’s messaging has occasionally borrowed from pop culture, it is still unconfirmed whether this particular use of the catchy theme was officially approved. Despite the uncertainty, the video has caught the attention of both servicemembers and anime enthusiasts alike.

U.S. Navy veteran and longtime IBM employee, Lynn Herman Lang (1943-2026), lived a life dedicated to service and craft. Known for his blacksmithing skills, sugar making, and beekeeping, he leaves behind a legacy of quiet innovation and commitment to community.

The US Navy’s newest aircraft carrier, USS Gerald R. Ford, has docked in Crete after a fire onboard. Though the Navy first minimized the incident, damage to key areas, including crew quarters and laundry facilities, prompted the carrier’s return to port.

In a move confirmed by a person familiar with the plans, the United States is sending its second aircraft carrier to the Middle East. The deployment brings the world’s largest carrier into the region to support another already in place.

The Blue Angels have officially touched down in El Centro, marking months of winter training ahead of their anniversary air show. In their milestone 80th year, the U.S. Navy’s celebrated flight squadron is set to dazzle aviation enthusiasts once again.