Florida’s rocketing number of COVID-19 cases likely will peak by mid-January as the highly contagious omicron variant potentially infects most of the state’s population during this wave alone, according to disease modelers with the University of Florida’s Emerging Pathogens Institute.

The dozens of Type 90, or “Kyumaru,” tanks rumbling through recent shooting drills on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido exemplify the challenge its arms makers face both at home and overseas as the country fortifies its defenses against strategic threats.

Mattel Creations is taking orders on its website for the “Top Gun: Maverick” doll modeled after a character in the sequel to Cruise’s hit from 33 years ago.

From playgrounds to go-karts, this all-in-one park has something for everyone.

If you opt of take out, bring your own container

Col. Marvin Walker, who took command of the depot almost exactly two years ago, passed that leadership role on to Col. Eric McCoy, a Maryland native who came equipped with a resume of distinguishing honors to match Walker’s own.

The students operated some military equipment, built and raced Lego cars, saw the latest technology in treating animal wounds, enjoyed jingles both familiar and new and made their own lava lamps.

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force’s first-ever Fleet Week was a six-day event held in conjunction with Fleet Week in New York City.

Sgt. Jamal Walker and Spc. Brooke Hendricks prevailed on May 14 over 14 other contenders after four days of more than 20 challenges. They will travel to South Korea during the first week of June to represent the command in the next round of the competition.