BALTIMORE – A Maryland couple was among the more than 1,300 pilgrims who succumbed to extreme heat during this year’s Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The heartbreaking loss of Alhaji Alieu Dausy and Haja Isatu Wurie has sent shockwaves through their local community and raised concerns about the safety of pilgrims undertaking the sacred journey. … Read more

The Air Force will integrate new federal standards for “forever chemicals” into its future cleanup projects, potentially increasing water testing for on- and off-base residents with contaminated supplies. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established new drinking water standards in April, limiting exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which do not degrade in the environment … Read more

This week, the Senate Armed Services Committee will conduct its important review of the proposed defense budget and policy priorities. While previous discussions by the House committee occurred publicly, the Senate panel has traditionally held these deliberations privately. Behind closed doors, committee members will carefully consider provisions to refine and finalize the coming year’s defense … Read more

It was a tense day on the island of Maui as local policymakers debated an important issue impacting their community. At their regular meeting on Wednesday, the County Council discussed a proposal from the U.S. military to construct advanced telescopes atop the dormant Haleakala volcano The U.S. Space Force and Air Force plan to construct … Read more

The pursuit of developing advanced vertical takeoff drones through DARPA’s ANCILLARY program holds promise to benefit national security objectives. Six companies – including firms with established experience plus newcomers – will endeavor to design light, shipboard-launchable aircraft through collaboration. Successfully designing drones capable of smooth launch and recovery from moving carriers/ships poses technical hurdles. Program … Read more