Report Evaluates STEM Labor Force in US
The National Science Foundation has published its latest report on the STEM labor force. Nearly one of every four workers in the United States is involved in a STEM occupation.
House Defense Spending Bill Includes More F-35s, One Attack Sub
The US House on Friday narrowly passed its version of the $833 billion defense spending bill for fiscal 2025. The legislation would buy eight more F-35s beyond the Pentagon’s budget request of 68, while only procuring one Virginia-class attack submarine instead of the usual two vessels the bill usually provides.
At NAS Pax, Take the Pedal Off the Metal
NAS Patuxent River has lowered speed limits on base in an attempt to improve driver, pedestrian, and cyclist safety. In most areas where a change has occurred, the speed limit has been lowered to 25 mph.
1st Ship in Fleet Oiler Class Is Christened
The US Navy christened the future USNS John Lewis on Saturday. It is the first ship in the service’s fleet oiler program.
Pentagon Taking Aim at F-35 Cost
The Pentagon has taken over an effort to cut the cost of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter as it tries to make a program estimated to cost $400 billion more affordable.
CSM Learning Center Turns 10
The College of Southern Maryland’s St. Charles Learning Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.
PAX Opens New Child Development Center
The new Child Development Center at PAX River Naval Air Station opened last month.
