With Peace Deal, Troops Could Be Out of Afghanistan in 14 Months
The US and the Taliban have signed a peace agreement aimed at ending the 18-year war in Afghanistan. If the Taliban meet their commitments, US troops would leave in 14 months.
Where Are the Most 6-Figure-Salary Jobs in the US?
Software company Volusion compiled a list of places in the US with the most six-figure incomes. Is our region on the list?
Marine Band Returns to Mardi Gras
News arrived this week of the pending arrival of the coronavirus in the US. Fortunately for New Orleans, Mardi Gras ran well ahead of the threat, concluding this past Fat Tuesday. Honoring tradition of decades, the Marine Forces Reserve Band performed throughout Mardi Gras 2020 and upheld its top-ranked reputation.
Navy Screens for Coronavirus in Pacific
Navy steps up coronavirus screenings for Pacific-deployed personnel, dependents, and visitors as South Korea, Japan, and Singapore report substantial numbers of coronavirus cases.
Dewey Receives Navy’s New Drone-Fighting Laser Weapon
The Navy announced that the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer Dewey has a new laser weapon onboard, ODIN — Optical Dazzling Interdictor, Navy. The system was installed last year, but kept under wraps until last week.
Navy Orders 6 More Presidential Helicopters
Sikorsky receives a contract to deliver six new VH-92A presidential helicopters.
US Losing the Huawei Battle in Europe
Europe is embracing Huawei as its supplier of 5G, the next generation telecommunications network. While the US warns the Chinese multinational telecommunications company threatens global security, there are no alternatives today in the marketplace.
Congress Backs Trump’s Warning Against Huawei
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi backs President Donald Trump’s warning to European allies against Chinese telecom giant Huawei building their 5G communication network. DefSec Mark Esper tells allies, using Huawei can risk their security ties with the US.
Navy Wants to Scrap 4 Littoral Combat Ships
The US Navy wants to scrap four of its Littoral Combat Ships which it says are already so outdated they can’t be even be used for training anymore.
Morning Coffee Is Off the Burner
Morning Coffee is off the burner today, Monday, February 17, to celebrate Presidents’ Day. We’ll be back Tuesday, February 18, 2020
