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Wow! We really have to commend her!

She gave this trip her all!

We reported yesterday that Cheryl Cole flew to Afghanistan yesterday, to not only film a special tribute to the members of the Army, Navy, and Air Force for the Pride of Britain Awards, but also to boost morale of the troops on the 10 year anniversary of UK operations in the war-torn country, and today, we've got some our first pictures of the British pop star - dressed in full army fatigue!

Ch-ch-check out some photos (above)!

Apparently, Chezza

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President Barack Obama announced yesterday that he feels the U.S. has "largely achieved its goals in Afghanistan," and he'll be expediting the process of pulling out troops from the country.

According to Obama, the "tide of war is receding," Afghanistan is no longer a terrorist threat to the U.S., and he believes that we must "focus on nation-building here at home."

Based on his plan,

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Wow. Truly such a historic day.

Now that it's been confirmed that after a nearly-ten year search, Osama bin Laden was found and killed by American troops, new details are emerging about his death.

The terrorist was located inside a large military compound in Abbottabad, an hour north of Islamabad, with no internet or phone connection. According to sources, American operatives have known about his location since last summer, and have been strategizing their plan of attack since then.

Finally, they descended upon him yesterday, and he was said to have "resisted the assault force" by using a woman as a shield against the attack and later with an automatic weapon. Special Forces Navy Seals then shot him through the head, finally killing him.

One of his sons, two couriers, and the aforementioned woman were also killed during the 40-minute raid.

In accordance with Islamic law, his body has been buried at sea.

Our thoughts are with all of the people who lost someone in the 9/11 attacks, as well as all of the innocent lives lost yesterday during the raid.

May they all rest easy knowing that bin Laden can't hurt anyone else.

[Image via AP Images.]

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As part of her effort to thank the troops who are fighting for America at home or abroad, Dolly Parton is lending her star power to the Boot Campaign.

The Boot Campaign was started by 5 texas women known as The Boot Girls, who are urging Americans to purchase a pair of army combat boots to wear in support of our troops.

The proceeds from the campaign’s signature boots go towards military charities supporting the needs of Veterans.

Dolly expressed her appreciation to America's troops in a statement, saying:

“So many people, regular folks and celebrities, send out love and sincere thanks to you for keeping us safe and fighting for our freedom. Let me add to that loving list. Thank you from the bottom of my country heart. I will always love you.”

Dolly and the Boot Girls are asking Americans to put their boots on during their day-to-day routine to symbolically walk in the shoes of our military men and women to remember their service and sacrifice.

We think this is an awesome idea for a charity and if you do too, click here to get yourself a pair of boots!

[Image via WENN.]

Tags: america, campaign, celebrities, charity, military, support, texas, troops, veterans

We're sure America's finest were pleased as punch to see Mark Wahlberg as he made a surprise visit to the troops at Camp Leatherneck in Afghanistan just before Christmas time.

The actor posed for pictures and signed autographs for hundreds of troops. He also gave them a viewing of his latest movie, The Fighter, which is out in theaters now.

Good work, Marky Mark! Way to give our troops a much needed pick-me-up!

[Image via Pacific Coast News Online.]

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It's been a great morning for supporters of the DADT repeal!

First, we get a wonderful message on the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" repeal by Lady GaGa, and now some positive results from a new study have come out!

According to the study, the majority of U.S. service members who were surveyed made it clear that they have NO PROBLEM with DADT being repealed.

Congress members will be taking an advance look at the study, and we really hope they take it seriously!

Thanks to the troops out there for the support! It is MUCH needed and MUCH appreciated!!!

[Image via WENN.]

Tags: congress, dadt, dont ask dont tell, repeal, study, support, troops, us service members

In honor of Veterans Day, Bruce Willis hosted a party aboard the Navy aircraft carrier the USS Intrepid for hundreds of the men and women who have bravely served our country!

What a wonderful gesture!

We stand behind our troops 100%, and would like to take this time to thank them personally for everything that they have done, and continue to do, to keep our country safe and free! It may have some problems, and some of them are certainly serious, but we're still proud of America and our thoughts go out to everyone out there who fight for it!

[Image via WENN.]

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