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CAMP HUMPHREYS, Korea — The 501st Military Intelligence Brigade-Theater (MIB-T) observed the closure of the U.S. Army’s two most distinguished aerial intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) legacies, GUARDRAIL and Airborne Reconnaissance Low (ARL) during events, July 30-31, 2025. In an event designated Operation PACIFIC SUNSET, the 501st MIB-T hosted a commemorative ceremony at the Desidario Army Airfield that featured a final flight of the aerial platforms, exhibition flights, and a runway display of aircraft. Soldiers of the Republic of Korea concluded the ceremony with a dedication honoring the contributions of the 3rd Military Intelligence (MI) Battalion, ARL, and GUARDRAIL Common…
Registration Site Is Open and Dutch Innovators Are Encouraged to Attend and Apply to Present Capabilities SAN DIEGO – 16 September 2025 – General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), in collaboration with the Dutch Ministry of Defence and the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs, will host its second Blue Magic Netherlands (BMNL) event on November 18, 2025. BMNL 2025 follows the successful first event in 2024 and will take place at the MELT at Avular building, a world-class venue for technology interchange near Brainport Eindhoven, the center of the Dutch high-technology manufacturing industry. The registration site can be accessed at www.ga-asi.com/blue-magic-netherlands-2025. “The…
After President Donald Trump designated Antifa a terrorist group earlier this week, “the time has also come in Hungary” to do the same, said Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Friday on state radio. A conservative nationalist who is popular among Trump supporters, Orbán declared, “Antifa is a terrorist organization.” Antifa is an amorphous left-wing movement that rose in prominence during the first Trump administration. Its name is a shortened form of “antifascism,” though the group has drawn criticism from liberal Democrats for its disruptive and often violent tactics. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox Trump had announced…
Spiritus Systems Releases the Reactive Cummerbund for the LV-119 The Reactive Molle Tubes Cummerbund is a rigid yet flexible design that offers support, fits most body types through a highly adjustable system, and moves naturally with the wearer—allowing the carrier to be worn snugly without restricting movement or breathing. The Reactive Cummerbund was designed during the development of the upcoming LV-120 plate carrier, and it became clear that users of the LV-119 were also looking for this kind of upgrade. In response, we’re releasing the Reactive Cummerbund as a stand-alone product ahead of the LV-120 launch. That said, it will…
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday afternoon the first cut to its interest rate benchmark since President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The benchmark was lowered by 25 basis points. In a rare show of dissent, however, newly appointed board member Stephen Miran pushed for a 50 point cut. Trump has aggressively pushed the Fed to cut rates, including sharply criticizing the chairman of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell. Subscribe Today Get daily emails in your inbox In a press conference following the announcement, Powell cited a slower-than-expected job market and inflation risk as the principal causes for the cut. “The…
Referred to as the “Drone-in-the-box” Teledyne FLIR debuted their new SkyCarrier Autonomous UAS Launch and Recovery Platform at last week’s DSEI in London. The system enables fully autonomous quadcopter launch and recovery from fixed sites as well as vehicles or ships while on-the-move. SkyCarrier’s ruggedized container fully protects the drone when closed and opens to unfold an articulating launch and landing pad, allowing drones to autonomously take off and return, even while in motion or on uneven terrain. The pad maximizes the UAV landing area, centers aircraft, and reduces storage space. Using visual markers such as NIR landing beacons and…
Wired for War: Drones, Real-World Lessons, and Future Frontiers Oak Grove Technologies is pleased to announce an exclusive event, Wired for War: Drones, Real-World Lessons, and Future Frontiers hosted at our Test & Training Center (T&TC) near Fort Bragg, NC. This symposium brings together active-duty military personnel and select invited vendors to explore cutting-edge drone technologies, real-world battlefield lessons, and the future of unmanned systems. Date: Wednesday, 5 November 2025 Tome: 1230 – 1700 Location: OGT Test & Training Center 158 Rushing Rd. Hoffman, NC 28347 Details: • Live and simulated demonstrations showcasing innovative unmanned systems technologies • A dial-in…
The Agilite Rear Hanger Pouch is LIVE Agilite has just released the patent-pending Rear Hanger Pouch that unlocks the rear of a plate carrier for accessible storage. The space below a plate carrier has never really been utilized because it was both hard to access and impossible to return gear to without assistance. The Rear Hanger solves this issue making it a great solution for medical gear, warm clothing, extra ammunition or other gear. See how it works at agilitegear.com/products/rear-hanger It is also available in a Berry Compliant version, for Government sales contact [email protected]. Read the full article here
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