Harold F. Cobin

If the Diego Garcia strike report is accurate, then one of the central assumptions about Iran’s missile program has just collapsed. For years, the accepted ceiling was around 2,000 kilometers. A ballistic missile reaching Diego Garcia suggests something in the neighborhood of 4,000 kilometers, which pushes it out of the medium-range category and into the intermediate-range class (IRBM). That is a strategic leap. The real story is not whether the missile was intercepted. It is that Iran may have demonstrated reach far beyond what much of the world believed it possessed. A 4,000-kilometer capability changes the map. Major European capitals begin to enter the conversation. Paris comes into range. London moves much closer to the edge of vulnerability depending on launch point and payload. This would mean the missile threat is no longer confined to the Gulf, Israel, or parts of South Asia. It would mean the radius of deterrence, defense, and fear has expanded dramatically. If confirmed, Diego Garcia was not just a target. It was a message.

@CNN Clearly the benefits to humanity are immeasurable. And it certainly confirms for me I don't want an electric car. Ever.

This electric hypercar doesn’t just hug the road — it sucks itself to it. McMurtry’s Spéirling PURE uses a powerful fan system to generate extreme downforce, enabling record-breaking speed, gravity-defying stunts and even driving upside down. With a $1.34 million price tag and limited production, it’s a bold glimpse into the future of high-performance engineering. cnn.it/40O9wLw

Pentagon officials have made detailed preparations for deploying U.S. ground forces into Iran, with senior military commanders having submitted specific requests aimed at preparing for such an option if such a decision is made by President Trump, multiple sources briefed on the discussions told CBS News.  Preparations include how to handle the possible detention of Iranian soldiers and paramilitary operatives, such as where Iranian prisoners-of-war would be sent, two sources said, with the U.S. Army’s Immediate Response Force (IRF) under the 82nd Airborne Division and roughly 5,000 Marines from 11th and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit deploying to the Middle East.

@DylanByers Someone doing live sound effects?

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It should also be noted that four CBS News Radio affiliates that carried the hourly have a cumulative audience of more than three million people. That’s larger than the audience figures of cable or digital programs that occupy the discourse.

R.I.P. CBS RADIO NETWORK 1927-2026

@WallStreetMav It's not a job, it's not a calling, it's an entitlement.

Congress needs a hospice wing soon. 1. Nancy Pelosi - 85 2. Maxine Waters - 87 3. Bernie Sanders - 84 4. Mitch McConnell - 83 5. James Clyburn - 85 6. Angus King - 81 7. Chuck Grassley - 92 8. Hal Rogers - 88 9. James Risch - 82 10. Steny Hoyer - 86 Term limits?

In North America, black bears are apex predators. Except that one time one met Chuck Norris. That bear is now a rug. RIP to the legend.

@MichaelSocolow Allan Jackson, Frank Settipani and Winston Burdett.

CBS News radio employed so many great anchors - Christopher Glenn, Dan Raviv, Sam Litzinger, Charles Osgood come immediately to mind. In my case, I remember hearing their top-of-the-hour news breaks late at night driving around. You'd be fiddling with the dial, and then stop.

Helium: It's a vital cryo coolant for hospital MRI machines, but supplies of the rare gas are tied up with the LNG fuel market. Helium from radioactive decay gets trapped in gas wells and is cryo-distilled: No gas, no helium. This is only the tip of the petrochemical iceberg...

@greenfield64 I remember "net alert special reports," Allan Jackson, and, for that matter, when WNEW had a full news staff. Also, Charles Osgood's "This Is The Way The War Ends" when Saigon fell. No, none of it is relevant to a younger audience.

Your reaction to CBS News shuttering its (100 year+) radio service might well depend on your age. For me, I recall listening to Charles Osgood "versifying" the news, and the "World News Roundup." Does it have any relevance among younger audiences?

Worse: The ... injection contained a relaxant that was meant to predispose subjects towards becoming talkative during interrogations. However, the drug reportedly led the man, who is diabetic, to have a hypertensive crisis and lose consciousness. He was eventually taken to hospital. Russia much, Hungary?

📣 Last night on the Senate floor, my bill, the End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act, passed the Senate unanimously. This legislation would require Members of Congress to undergo the same @TSA screening procedures as everyone else as well as prohibit the use of taxpayer dollars to provide Senators & House members with expedited or preferential access at airport security checkpoints.   I look forward to this bill passing the House & heading to @POTUS’ desk!   youtu.be/9MzKMJuodkY

Chuck Norris, the martial arts champion who became an iconic action star and led the hit series “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died. He was 86. Norris was hospitalized in Hawaii on Thursday, and his family posted a statement saying he had died Friday morning: It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the sudden passing of our beloved Chuck Norris yesterday morning. While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace. To the world, he was a martial artist, actor, and a symbol of strength. To us, he was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, an incredible brother, and the heart of our family. He lived his life with faith, purpose, and an unwavering commitment to the people he loved. Through his work, discipline, and kindness, he inspired millions around the world and left a lasting impact on so many lives. While our hearts are broken, we are deeply grateful for the life he lived and for the unforgettable moments we were blessed to share with him. The love and support he received from fans around the world meant so much to him, and our family is truly thankful for it. To him, you were not just fans, you were his friends. We know many of you had heard about his recent hospitalization, and we are truly grateful for the prayers and support you sent his way. As we grieve this loss, we kindly ask for privacy for our family during this time. Thank you for loving him with us. variety.com/2026/film/news…

"The 31st MEU will not arrive until early next week at the earliest, however. The force will then spend several days developing its intelligence and other pre-action preparations. Other forces, such as the 1st Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, might also be expected to raise their readiness or forward deploy prior to any Kharg operation." #selection-1977.0-1977.338" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">archive.ph/aIqZM#selectio…

@ElizHagedorn Probably too late.

State notified Congress today that it's greenlit the following sales: • UAE − F-16 Munitions and Upgrades • UAE − Counter-Unmanned Aircraft System – LIDS • UAE­ − Long Range Radar for THAAD • UAE − Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles • Jordan − Aircraft Repair, Return, and Spares • Kuwait − Air and Missile Defense Radars

Who buys Qatar's LNG exports?

@ChrisMarquette_ How many representatives and their staff have been caught by the cameras?

New: The House Oversight Committee on Wednesday approved a bill that would stop Washington, D.C., from using its automated traffic enforcement cameras. Vote was 21-19. No Dems supported it.

The only infographic you need on Qatar LNG and Ras Laffan.

The United Kingdom has demanded that 4chan pay a £520,000 fine for failure to comply with UK age verification laws. However, since 4chan is based in the USA, the UK has no jurisdiction to fine Americans in America. “As has been explained to your agency, ad nauseam, the United Kingdom lost the American Revolutionary War. We are not in the mood to discuss the matter further, and have not been in the mood for 250 years.” The letter to the UK’s Ofcom ended by suggesting that “maybe, you could just stop sending Americans stupid letters and acknowledge the sovereignty of the United States.” 4chan’s attorney, @prestonjbyrne also included a picture of a giant hamster dressed as Godzilla.