In recent years, Russian President Vladimir Putin has placed a large emphasis on expanding the Russian presence throughout the oft-ignored Arctic. As sea ice continues to melt, new shipping lanes and natural resources, and with them, economic opportunities may help to reinvigorate Russia's declining economy, thanks to the nation's massive fleet of more than 40 sizable … [Read more...] about US finally set to receive a new heavy icebreaker as Russia and China extend their lead in the Arctic
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Current and former DOD officials weigh in on new Navy UFO reporting guidelines
Earlier this week, it was announced that the United States Navy (USN) established a new set of operational guidelines meant to streamline reporting of unidentified flying objects spotted by pilots and other military personnel. The decision, which prompted a flurry of sensational headlines, now has support from a number of current and former Pentagon officials. “We want to … [Read more...] about Current and former DOD officials weigh in on new Navy UFO reporting guidelines
Acting Defense Secretary Shanahan cleared of favoring former employer Boeing
Acting Defense Secretary Pat Shanahan is the longest-serving acting Pentagon head in American history, though he may have just cleared the final hurdle necessary to pursue an official appointment. An Inspector General (IG) investigation into the possibility Shanahan demonstrated favoritism toward his former employer while conducting official Pentagon duties has now cleared the … [Read more...] about Acting Defense Secretary Shanahan cleared of favoring former employer Boeing
China’s new stealth destroyer makes America’s look underpowered
China celebrated the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the People's Liberation Army-Navy on Tuesday by showing off its latest naval advancement, the Type 055 destroyer. This new naval platform boasts far more firepower than America's Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyers, and represents the most potent element of China's growing naval prowess in the … [Read more...] about China’s new stealth destroyer makes America’s look underpowered
US Army’s new night vision goggles can link to rifle sights to fire around corners
Anyone who's ever worn a pair of standard issue U.S. military night vision goggles will tell you that while they offer the ability to see in the dark, there's more to seeing than simply increasing the visible light in your field of view. Traditional monocular night vision goggles have long come with a number of trade-offs, including a lack of depth perception and peripheral … [Read more...] about US Army’s new night vision goggles can link to rifle sights to fire around corners
US Navy to formalize UFO reporting procedures: what does this mean?
According to a report first published by Politico, the U.S. Navy (USN) is currently drafting new guidelines for use by military personnel when reporting sightings of unidentified aircraft. This once again draws attention to the Pentagon's efforts to better understand this unusual phenomenon. "There have been a number of reports of unauthorized and/or unidentified aircraft … [Read more...] about US Navy to formalize UFO reporting procedures: what does this mean?
Watch: Air Force airmen jump start a B-52 bomber with explosive charges
The B-52 Stratofortress is one of the most potent examples of American military engineering of the 1950s, as demonstrated by its continued use as a heavy payload bomber and, perhaps most importantly, an integral part of America's nuclear triad to this very day. Over the years, the B-52 has seen a number of upgrades, updates, and improvements, but the air frame itself has been … [Read more...] about Watch: Air Force airmen jump start a B-52 bomber with explosive charges
Downed Japanese F-35 still missing, officials say not to worry about China or Russia finding it first
Earlier this month, an F-35 Joint Strike Fighter belonging to the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force went down over the Pacific during a training flight. Three other F-35s participating in the flight returned home safely, with the pilot and much of the missing F-35's wreckage, still missing. "The Japanese have the lead there, and we're working very collaboratively with them," … [Read more...] about Downed Japanese F-35 still missing, officials say not to worry about China or Russia finding it first
Green Beret killed in training incident last week was also previously in MARSOC
Sgt. 1st Class Nicholas Sheperty died last Wednesday after suffering critical injuries during airborne operations training. Local emergency services personnel declared the 36-year-old Sheperty dead at the scene, and a command investigation into the cause of the incident is underway. “On behalf of the men and women of the West Virginia National Guard, I extend my deepest … [Read more...] about Green Beret killed in training incident last week was also previously in MARSOC
Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says the VA ‘ain’t broke, don’t fix it’
Only two weeks after a rash of veteran suicides on the grounds of different Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities around the country, New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez told an audience in the Bronx the VA system provides veterans with "some of the best care in the world," adding her parents taught her when something "ain't broke," you don't fix it. The congresswoman … [Read more...] about Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says the VA ‘ain’t broke, don’t fix it’
Launchpad ‘anomaly’ may have destroyed SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft set to carry astronauts into orbit
Large clouds of orange smoke were seen billowing up for miles on Saturday, stemming from an incident at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station where SpaceX was testing its Crew Dragon capsule, the platform intended to ferry astronauts into orbit later this year. Few details are being released, but footage of the incident leaked onto Twitter before being deleted. According to reports … [Read more...] about Launchpad ‘anomaly’ may have destroyed SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft set to carry astronauts into orbit
Update: Sri Lankan security forces warned 10 days ahead of deadly bombings
On Easter Sunday, Sri Lanka was rocked by a series of bombings targeting Christians at churches and hotels across the nation that claimed 290 lives and injured more than 500. Now, government officials acknowledge they failed to act on multiple warnings indicating that such an attack was imminent. Among the hundreds killed were at least 39 tourists hailing from nations … [Read more...] about Update: Sri Lankan security forces warned 10 days ahead of deadly bombings