Pentagon Announces New “Ask Nicely First” Rules of Engagement for Drug Boats

Under new Pentagon rules, U.S. forces confronting drug boats must now politely ask the captain for permission before taking action—because nothing says national security like waiting for consent from a cocaine speedboat. Continue reading Pentagon Announces New “Ask Nicely First” Rules of Engagement for Drug Boats

Gulf of America Faces Underwater Opioid Crisis After Military Anti-Drug Operations, Experts Say

Federal officials report a troubling rise in substance dependency behaviors among marine life in the Gulf of America, termed Collateral Aquatic Intoxication. This follows U.S. military efforts to intercept drug boats, inadvertently feeding narcotics to ocean animals. Dolphins, sea turtles, and whales exhibit concerning behaviors, prompting calls for rehabilitation and policymaking changes. Continue reading Gulf of America Faces Underwater Opioid Crisis After Military Anti-Drug Operations, Experts Say