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Navy recruit Simon Parkes’ heartbreaking final letter reveals his tragic story – and hints at new evidence in case of the ‘Frankenstein Killer’

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PORTSMOUTH, England – Simon Parkes, an 18-year-old Royal Navy rating, disappeared in Gibraltar in December 1986 and is believed to have been murdered by Allan Grimson, also known as the ‘Frankenstein Killer’. Parkes’ mother, Margaret Parkes, has revealed his heartbreaking final letter in the hope of finding answers about her son’s disappearance. Grimson, a former … Read more

Qatar Commutes Death Sentence for 8 Indian Navy Personnel, Reduces Punishment to Jail Term

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New Delhi, India – Qatar has commuted the death sentences of eight former Indian Navy personnel, reducing them to jail terms ranging from 3 to 25 years. The decision to spare the lives of the ex-Navy officers was welcomed by India’s Ministry of External Affairs, which stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation … Read more

Judge Rejects  Plea Deal for Couple Selling Confidential Information to Foreign Countries

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Judge Gina Groh said that although she generally honors plea agreements, the sentencing options, in this case, were “strikingly deficient” given the seriousness of the charges. According to Groh, the couple committed the crime “for selfish and greedy reasons” but could have caused great harm to the Navy and others. Neither of these plea agreements seems justified to me, Groh said.

US Navy Developing New Weapons in Possible War with China

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In light of rising tensions with Beijing, the U.S. Navy is integrating drone ships into its Pacific fleets, deploying alongside aircraft carriers. As China’s military develops, the U.S. has started developing new weapons to deter a possible invasion of Taiwan. U.S. military officials have repeatedly listed China as the main challenge for development and engagement. … Read more