 Welcome to our hands-up date. These are today's headlines. The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle is currently conducting its first operations against ISIL from the Arabian Gulf. Charles de Gaulle is the flagship of Commander Task Force 50, which is currently led by French rear admiral Rene Jean Crignola. Crignola's leadership of CTF 50 marks the first time that the French Navy has commanded a U.S. Task Force in the region. USS Kiersarge hosted a special visitor this weekend in time for the holidays. Secretary of Defense Ash Carter and his wife visited the deployed amphibious assault ship to share their holiday message and their appreciation with Kiersarge's sailors and Marines. As the 21 days of fitness continues, it is important to not only take care of your physical health but your mental and spiritual health as well. Navy chaplains are standing by ready to help. If you would like to learn more about the role chaplains can play in your mental and spiritual health, visit the Navy live blog. You can read more about what's happening around your Navy at navy.mil.