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William Schab, a Pearl Harbor survivor and Navy veteran, died at age 105 in Oregon. He was among the last few survivors of the 1941 attack, which led the U.S. into World War II. Schab served in the Pacific and later worked on the Apollo moon program.
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Betty Reid Soskin, a pioneering Black woman and community activist, died in California at age 104. She was known for her role as an interpretive ranger at the Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park, where she highlighted overlooked contributions of Black Americans during WWII. Her death was announced by her family and the park service, with tributes praising her advocacy and storytelling. Soskin's life spanned significant historical moments, from her childhood in New Orleans to her activism and public service in California. She was a symbol of resilience and racial justice, advocating for recognition of marginalized groups' roles in American history. Her passing marks the loss of a prominent figure in preserving Black and women's history in the U.S.
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President Trump made controversial remarks during a meeting with Japan's Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, suggesting Japan's expertise in surprise attacks by referencing Pearl Harbor. The comments drew diplomatic discomfort, with Trump emphasizing the importance of surprise in military operations, while critics see it as a breach of diplomatic norms.
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Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi met with President Trump at the White House amid tensions over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Trump praised Japan's efforts, but made controversial remarks about surprise attacks, highlighting diplomatic sensitivities. The leaders announced a $40 billion nuclear deal and discussed Japan's potential role in regional security.