WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: * * * CAPT Francis Martin--the most ancient of "Ancient Mariners" with 63 years of service! * The Coast Guard established the "Ancient Mariner" Award in 1978 to honor the officer and enlisted Cuttermen who personify the dedication and professionalism associated with long service at sea and have held the distinction of Cutterman longer than any other officer or enlisted member. Upon retireme  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau issued the following public notice (Docket No. DA 25-766) on Aug. 27, 2025: * * * By this Public Notice, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (WTB) announces that Central Alabama Volunteer Exam Coordinator (Central Alabama VEC) is authorized to serve as a Club Station Call Sign Administrator (CSCSA). On October 21, 1998, the FCC adopted a Report and Order reinstituting the use of volunteer orga  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior issued the following news release: * * * Interior Expands Hunting and Fishing Access at Refuges and Hatcheries * WASHINGTON - The Department of the Interior today announced 42 new hunting and sport fishing opportunities across more than 87,000 acres within the National Wildlife Refuge System and National Fish Hatchery System, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This final update more than triples the number of opportunitie  more

WASHINGTON, Aug. 27 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: * * * Paratroopers Make History With Army's First Drone-on-Drone Strike * For Army 1st Lt. Francesco La Torre, the Army's first drone-on-drone strike wasn't exactly a Hollywood moment. "In [the Star Wars movie], 'A New Hope,' Luke Skywalker flies an X-Wing through the Death Star trench and blows it up," La Torre said. "This wasn't like that. It was way harder. Honestly, it felt more like Darth Vader shooting d  more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Aug. 26 -- Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * USARIEM Researchers Hunt for Biological Indicators of Heat Stress Risk * FORT DETRICK, Md. - Heat-related injuries are a persistent threat for warfighters, especially during ruck marches and timed runs. Physiologists have long sought to understand why some people are able to withstand the effects of heat for longer periods, while others of the same age and physical condition are prone to experiencing po  more