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The U.S. military is the most powerful and best-funded in the world, but sea-mine defense has become an example of how key capabilities can be lost or neglected. Now, the Navy must scramble to address minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Over 2,000 U.S. Marines are headed toward the Persian Gulf. A possible goal: to gain leverage over Iran's regime by seizing Kharg Island, with its vital oil-shipping infrastructure.

At least six states are considering legislative proposals that protect the First Amendment rights of student journalists. Over the past year, tension between administrators and student newspapers has emerged at several universities.

Tokyo relies on the U.S. to safeguard its interests in the Indo-Pacific 鈥� there is no plan B. Although Japan鈥檚 prime minister skillfully navigated a high-stakes meeting in Washington this week, concerns remain about the reliability of the U.S. partnership long term.

The Trump administration appears to be emboldened, after ordering U.S. military intervention to depose and capture Venezuela鈥檚 president early this year. But 鈥渢aking Cuba鈥� 鈥� as President Trump has said 鈥� would probably not be simple or easy.

In a world built for speed and efficiency, birding is delightfully unhurried, an invitation to slow down and notice the natural world. As our essayist puts it, it鈥檚 a refreshing antidote to modern life.