MARCH 28, 2017, WASHINGTON (NNS) - The Navy announced Monday that effective immediately, Sailors will no longer be required to log onto Navy Knowledge Online, Navy eLearning or My Navy Portal to complete General Military Training (GMT) for any topic except Cybersecurity as outlined in NAVADMIN 072/17. Chief of Naval Personnel Vice Adm. Robert Burke said that during Fleet … [Read more...]
Playing with Fire; Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians Hone Response Skills
MARCH 28, 2017, AL UDEID AIR BASE, QATAR (AFNS) - Most of the crew is asleep, but for a few members. Outside, the sun is peaking over the horizon, sending long shadows across the terrain and buildings. Suddenly a loud banging from the door echoes through the hallway, breaking the silence and waking up the crew. The banging continues, and an Airman opens the door to discover a … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Auxiliary Volunteer Service Stepping Up Its Operational Roles
MARCH 28, 2017 - The men and women of the Coast Guard Auxiliary service are stepping up their integration in day-to-day operations throughout Sector Charleston’s area of responsibility. From responding to search and rescue missions and educating the public to augmenting active duty members at units, the Auxiliary’s presence helps extend the Coast Guard’s reach throughout local … [Read more...]
For the Birds: New Way to Measure Vortices-Circular Patterns Sheds Brighter Light on Flight
MARCH 28, 2017, ARLINGTON, Va. (NNS) - Sponsored by the Office of Naval Research, researchers at Stanford University found a new way to precisely measure the vortices-circular patterns of rotating air-created by birds' wings during flight. The results shed light on how these creatures produce enough lift to fly. Resembling a feathered flying ace with his miniature protective … [Read more...]
Adapting After Amputation: Tips for Newly Disabled Veterans
March 28, 2017, by Eileen O'Shanassy - You have served your country well and in addition to all the physical and emotional scars that war has left on your body, you now have to adjust to life with a disability. The shock of an amputation or mental illness comes differently for different people. Some are able to adjust to the reality quickly, and seamlessly make the necessary … [Read more...]