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March 27, 2014

US Air Force fires nine in nuclear missile cheating scandal
Washington (AFP) March 27, 2014
The US Air Force said Thursday it sacked nine nuclear missile officers and will discipline dozens of others over an exam cheating scandal that has sparked concerns about lax ethics. The officers, including chiefs of four squadrons, were all working at Malmstrom Air Force base in Montana, which has been rocked by cheating allegations that implicated up to 100 airmen. "Nine officers in leadership positions at Malmstrom were recommended for removal," Air Force Secretary Deborah James told a news co ... read more

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DRS Technologies Canada to support Australian Navy

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Turkey vows 'any measures' against Syria threats

Russia building up troops on Ukraine border

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Muslim history in the southern Philippines

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Lyon in lockdown mode for Chinese President Xi's visit

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