U.S. Air Force Capt. Margaux Nagano, Space Systems Command assistant staff judge, crosses the finish line during the U.S. Space Force's T-Minus 10-Miler marathon at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, Dec. 14, 2024. Nagano took first place among female competitors during the annual 10-mile endurance race. This event challenges participants to reach the "edge of outer … [Read more...]
Mental Health in the Holiday Season
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - “A lovely thing about Christmas is that it’s compulsory, like a thunderstorm, and we all go through it together.” — Garrison Keillor Mr. Keillor’s sentiment is shared by many who view the holidays as stressful, but there are some things you can do to keep your mental health in order and enjoy the season. Focus on physical well-beingAccording to Tomekia … [Read more...]
U.S. Military Strikes ISIS in Syria
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - U.S. Central Command forces conducted precision air strikes yesterday targeting ISIS camps and operatives in Syria, the Defense Department has announced. "Battle damage assessments are ongoing [and there are] no indications of civilian casualties," Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder told reporters during a morning briefing. Ryder … [Read more...]
DHS, FBI, FAA & DoD Respond to Drone Sightings
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - There are more than one million drones lawfully registered with the FAA in the United States and there are thousands of commercial, hobbyist and law enforcement drones lawfully in the sky on any given day. With the technology landscape evolving, we expect that number to increase over time. FBI has received tips of more than 5,000 reported drone sightings … [Read more...]
Medal of Honor Monday: Murray Jr.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 - Army Col. Charles Patrick Murray Jr. spent three decades serving his country, but his most notable contribution came toward the beginning of his career. During the waning days of World War II in Europe, Murray took out dozens of enemy soldiers while trying to establish a position for his platoon along a French valley. He received the Medal of Honor for his … [Read more...]