At least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. Department of Defense. Some are more mature than others. Expensive defenses against drone swarms and cheaper missiles will be too costly against a better armed foe. The House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday warned about a “serious national security threat” facing America. The LGM-35A Sentinel nuclear missile has seen its costs increase at least 37%, triggering a review that could see the program restructured or canceled. It remains unclear whether Australian Lt. Cmdr. Adam Klyne needed a no-shave chit for that beard. Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh was crowned Miss America on Jan. 14. Antibiotic treatments do exist but rising resistance levels are pushing researchers for stronger solutions. The backpack now allows soldiers to detect and analyze nuclear sites without an eight-hour cooldown period. The Iraq War veteran was originally awarded $20 million after years as an Iranian hostage, but the decision was reversed amid FBI allegations. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he would boost national defenses to cope with what he called an unprecedented U.S.-led confrontation. Load More