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Ukraine downed a hypersonic missile with a Patriot. What that says about the future of weapons
[ad_1] The Defense Department is finally learning some key lessons on innovation, getting away from big, expensive programs that produce overly sophisticated weapons and moving toward buying arms faster and more cheaply, representatives from Anduril, Saildrone, and Lockheed Martin told lawmakers Wednesday. The department is also discovering how new software can increase the value of ... -
Field Hockey: Temkin powers Montclair Kimberley past Glen Ridge (PHOTOS)
[ad_1] Mimi Temkin recorded two goals and two assists to help pave the way for Montclair Kimberley in a 6-1 win over Glen Ridge in Montclair. The win keeps Montclair Kimberley ahead of the pack in the Essex/Union League’s White Division with a 2-0 record, while Glen Ridge falls to 1-1 (2-1 overall). It’s already ... -
Today’s D Brief: Ukraine liberates village, hits Russian warships; China investigates military chief; USAF seeks new drone bases; And a bit more.
[ad_1] Ukrainian forces liberated a village called Andriivka, located about 6 miles south of Bakhmut, Deputy Defense Minister Hanna Maliar said Friday in a terse message on Telegram. “It was difficult, and the situation changed very dynamically several times yesterday,” she added. Reuters described Andriivka as “devastated,” but said the Ukrainian advances open a door ... -
After Affirmative Action, My Black Daughter Wonders, ‘Do I Belong at a Top College?’
[ad_1] My daughter recently called me in a panic. She said, “I’m not getting into Brown!” I wondered what she was talking about. She had just finished her junior year of high school and hadn’t applied to college yet. Then I realized why she was calling. Two days earlier the United States Supreme Court ruled ... -
Redesigning School Buildings to Stand Up to Climate Change
[ad_1] HOUSTON — On a Tuesday in August, one day before the official start of the school year, the halls of Jefferson Early Learning Center were filled with the tinkling chatter of pre-K students who were escorted by their parents to meet the teachers. But to reach those classrooms, families had to traverse the parking ... -
How We Can Honor Indigenous Values in Our Teaching Without Appropriating the Culture
[ad_1] I have always felt connected to Indigenous peoples. Perhaps it is because I am Mexican American and colonization is a part of my ancestry. Perhaps it is because the virtues of Mexican and Indigenous spiritualities in Texas and Minnesota, where I’ve split my whole life, are so universal that it’s hard to not be ... -
U.S. Open Fashion: The Celebrity Style at the 2023 Tennis Tournament
[ad_1] Photography by Getty Images Looks were served. By Stephanie Davoli Date September 7, 2023 With its on-the-court style, not to mention the chic spectator looks in the stands, tennis is fashion’s favourite sport. And, luckily enough for those of us who weren’t blessed with Serena Williams-like athletic abilities, tennis tournaments give us the opportunity ... -
Defense Business Brief: Congress’ to-do list; Tradeshow season; Record number of foreign deals approved; and a bit more.
[ad_1] The early morning traffic jam of commuters slowly making their way across the 14th Street Bridge was a not-so-welcome reminder of what I feel is one of Washington’s busiest weeks of the year. Now begins the four-week sprint to see if Congress can pass a spending measure to keep the government open past Sept. ...











