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Tesla’s new Autopilot features, Chevy’s fuel cell truck, and more
It's unclear whether desperation or arrogance is more to blame for Volkswagen's systematic use of illegal, emissions tampering software in 11 million diesel-powered vehicles around the world. It is clear is that despite stifling stop-sale orders, a tarnished reputation and billions of dollars in recalls, repairs and buybacks, the company does not lack confidence-at least publically.
WWII Army vet honored with medals, 70 years after service
It's the humility of Stewart Marshall and veterans like him that sticks out like a battle scar across the brow. "So often it is not the veterans - in fact it's almost never the veterans who do this, it is friends and family members who start this process - but it's absolutely critical," said South Carolina U.S. Rep. Mick Mulvaney, who presented nine honors to the Indian Land, S.C. resident Tuesday.
Air Force’s KC-135 pilots enjoy thrill of refueling at 39,000 feet
The brown, craggy terrain of the Rockies, bluish rivers and the green of trees seem so close, and then a massive B-52 bomber comes into view, flying directly at you. Sure, your enjoyment of the view is hampered slightly by the fact that you're lying flat on your stomach and you have about a foot of room on any side, but it's still awe-inspiring to see such power gliding through the sky, seemingly effortlessly.
North Cape May Student Awarded Coast Guard Foundation Scholarship
The Coast Guard Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to the education and welfare of all Coast Guard members and their families, announced today that in 2016 it has awarded a record 128 new scholarships. Combined with multi-year scholarship recipients and three Fallen Heroes Scholars, the Foundation is currently supporting 163 students totaling $576,500 in support this year.
U.S. Army’s Hydrogen-Powered Chevrolet Colorado to Debut in October
Testing for the fuel cell pickup truck began last year, and the Army intends to "conduct user assessments and demonstrations in 2017." Exact specifications for the truck haven't been revealed, but a shadowy teaser image shows that its styling differs significantly from the production Colorado.
Elevation Book Publishing Presents Suspense Novel, Dare Ya! by Anthony Magyar & Jason Sibley
Dare Ya! by Anthony Magyar & Jason Sibley is a clutching story of Mississippi penitentiary inmates creating unrivaled wealth behind bars. They monopolized a grueling environment and managed to maintain status quo until paroled.
Save the Warthog
The official government watchdog, the impartial Government Accountability Office, has joined the chorus of voices raising doubts about the Air Force's plan to eliminate the A-10 attack plane from the American armory.
New war college institute zeroes in on maritime Russia
The U.S. Naval War College has opened a new institute to zero in on Russia's approach to maritime issues as that country continues to assert itself in Ukraine, Syria and elsewhere. Faculty and students will study Russian decision-making on maritime issues, the legal and trade implications of the melting sea ice in the Arctic and questions about deterrence, among other topics.
Senator: Military culture must change to keep the best cyber warriors
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - The military may have to change its culture to retain and recruit the best cyber warriors, according to a briefing Monday with U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill and leaders of the Missouri National Guard's cyber team.
Fort Campbell Soldier, Volunteer Firefighter receives commendation for saving a child
Congratulations to Woodlawn Volunteer Firefighter and Staff Sergeant James Munns for receiving a letter of commendation from the City of San Antonio Fire Department for his heroic efforts on August 11th while he was in Texas for military schooling. According to the letter from San Antonio Fire Chief Charles Hood, "Munns took quick, skilled actions in treating a toddler for symptoms of potential heat exhaustion from being left alone in a hot car for an extended amount of time."
Scorpene leak: DCNS seeks injunction to prevent further publication…
Scorpene leak: DCNS seeks injunction to prevent further publication of data Melbourne, Aug 29 : In a bid to prevent further publication of the information regarding the leaked documents pertaining to Indian Navy's six Scorpene submarines, French shipbuild The company DCNS, which is at the centre of a global submarine data leak scandal, wants to prevent the Aussie publication, The Australian, from releasing any more confidential data contained in 22,400 secret documents because it may cause harm to its customer -- the Indian Navy. Lawyers for DCNS have told The Australian that the company will seek an injunction in the Supreme Court of New South Wales to prevent further publication of documents.
S.Korea, U.S. to Step Up Anti-Submarine Operations
South Korea and the U.S. have agreed to share information about submarines in North Korean waters after the North successfully launched a ballistic missile from a submarine last week. A meeting of Navy brass from the two sides "discussed ways to analyze and share information about the maritime environment in the sphere of operations in waters around the Korean Peninsula," a military source said on Sunday.
Coast Guard: 1 person rescued, 2 sought following small plane crash in Lake Pontchartrain
One person was rescued and the search is ongoing for two others after a small plane crashed in Lake Pontchartrain near the Lakefront Airport. The incident occurred Saturday night.
Worry: What do we gain by that?
"Pack up your troubles in an old kit bag, and smile, smile, smile...what's the sense in worrying it never was worthwhile; so pack up your troubles in an old kit bag and smile, smile, smile!" Recently I read a headlined article in the Air Force Times newspaper entitled, "The Me, Entitlement Generation; they Demand Praise..." The article was most ... (more)
Port Sanilac Lighthouse opens to the public for one day
To celebrate 130 years of service, the Port Sanilac Lighthouse is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept, 10. The lighthouse is located on South Lake Street. With the completion of major restoration work, the public can see the original 1886 classic lighthouse Fresnel lens in place on top of the tower before the U.S. Coast Guard replaces it with a new LED light the following week.
1 rescued, 2 missing after plane crash in New Orleans lake
U.S. Coast Guard officials say one person has been rescued and crews are searching for two others after a small plane crashed into a lake near a New Orleans airport. Multiple media reports say Coast Guard personnel responded to the scene Saturday night after the aircraft crashed in the vicinity of the Seabrook Bridge near New Orleans Lakefront Airport.
Small plane crashes into lake near New Orleans airport
U.S. Coast Guard officials say one person has been rescued and crews are searching for two others after a small plane crashed into a lake near a New Orleans airport. Multiple media reports say Coast Guard personnel responded to the scene Saturday night after the aircraft crashed in the vicinity of the Seabrook Bridge near New Orleans Lakefront Airport.
Military Appreciation Day at Laurel Bay
Blakely Williams, President and CEO of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce -- which sponsored Military Appreciation Day at Laurel Bay on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016 -- talks about the many activities and events at the festival. Follow two recruits to the end of their journey to earn the title United States Marine: Joshua Hickman, Marion, Ohio; and Muhammed Pabon, Philadelphia, Pa.
Stranded on remote island, they wrote a SOSa in the sand. Luckily, search crews found them.
The two mariners left Weno Island en route for Tamatam Island in an 18-foot vessel over a week ago with “limited supplies and no emergency equipment.” When the two men failed to arrive at their destination a day later, a search effort was launched in the western Pacific on Aug. 19, according to a statement released by the U.S. Coast Guard in Guam. In recent days, crews from Coast Guard District 14 - which covers the Hawaiian islands, Guam, American Samoa and the Saipan area - searched nearly 17,000 square miles using 15 boats and two aircraft, the statement said.