Snowden: NSA Spy Mission “Collapsing”
In a recent letter to “the people of Brazil” NSA leaker Edward Snowden offered to help that nation investigate alleged American spying but would require Brazil to provide political asylum because the US “government will continue to interfere with my ability to speak.”
Chemical Weapons Ship Making Ready in Norfolk
No country will host the destruction of Syria’s most lethal chemical weapons, so the US is outfitting a commercial transport vessel to do the job at sea.
Journalists Ask FAA to OK Drones for Newsgathering
Civilian use of drones is drawing interest from many organizations, including the news business.
Univ. System of MD Enters PAX $38B Economy
The research and incubator facility is seen as imperative to development of unmanned aircraft and other emerging technologies at Southern Maryland industries.
Boeing’s P-8 Poseidon Contract Grows by $100 Million
Military, federal retirees and Social Security recipients will receive a COLA increase in January.
JSF Scrutinized; Red Tape Is Cut for Aircraft Exports
As the JSF undergoes increasing cost surveillance and accountability studies at home, the White House is making foreign weapon sales easier.
Obama Signs Bill to End Looming Fiscal Crisis
Congress passed and Obama has signed a bill to finally clear the way to reopen government and avoid default.
South Korea: No to Boeing’s Silent Eagle
South Korea holds out for a later-generation option as President Obama at U.N. opens door to Iran, stays tough on Syria.
