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. Antibiotic treatments do exist but rising resistance levels are pushing researchers for stronger solutions. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he would boost national defenses to cope with what he called an unprecedented U.S.-led confrontation. The United States has flown long-range bombers for joint drills with South Korea and Japan in a show of force against North Korea. Army Cpl. Gordon D. McCarthy’s remains will be buried next week at Arlington National Cemetery, nearly a year after they were identified. The expanded Air Force study will consider a broader range of career fields as well as an additional base. By Tara Copp, AP
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