NASA Remembers Astronaut Jon McBride On November 7, 2024, NASA published an oral history with Jon A. McBride, an astronaut who flew on two Space Shuttle missions. McBride passed away in 2024 at the age of 81. The oral history, conducted by NASA historian Dr. Roger Launius, covers McBride’s early life, his military career, and … Read more
NASA Collaborates with Commercial Food Industry to Elevate Space Food Technology November 7, 2024 Washington, D.C. – NASA has announced a groundbreaking initiative to share its expertise in space food technology with the commercial food industry. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the development of innovative food products that meet the unique challenges of space travel … Read more
The Cast and Crew of “Ain’t Too Proud” Visit NASA Langley November 7, 2024 The cast and crew of the Broadway musical “Ain’t Too Proud” visited NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, on Monday, November 7, 2024. The musical tells the story of The Temptations, one of the most successful R&B groups of all … Read more
NASA’s Oral History Project Documents Life and Career of Pioneering Engineer Mary L. Cleave November 7, 2024 The NASA History Division’s Oral History Project has released a comprehensive interview with Mary L. Cleave, a visionary engineer who made significant contributions to the space agency throughout her career. Early Life and Education Mary L. Cleave was … Read more
Title: Oral History with Stephen G. Jurczyk, 1962 – 2023 Date: 2024-11-07 23:21 Source: NASA Summary: NASA has released an oral history interview with former Acting Administrator Stephen G. Jurczyk. The interview covers Jurczyk’s early life, education, and career at NASA, including his roles as Associate Administrator for Space Operations, Deputy Administrator, and Acting Administrator. … Read more
Federal Reserve Issues FOMC Statement Date: November 7, 2024 Time: 19:00 EST Summary The Federal Reserve (Fed) released its Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) statement on November 7, 2024, following a two-day meeting. The FOMC decided to raise the target range for the federal funds rate by 75 basis points to 3.75% – 4.00%. This … Read more
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South Africa – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution November 7, 2024 The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 2 Travel Advisory for South Africa, urging U.S. citizens to exercise increased caution due to crime and civil unrest. Crime South Africa has a high rate of violent crime, including murder, rape, and robbery. Tourists … Read more
Togo – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Date: 2024-11-07 00:00 Source: Department of State Article: The Department of State has issued a Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution travel advisory for Togo. This advisory replaces the Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions travel advisory that was in effect previously. The Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution travel advisory … Read more
DOD Makes Loans to Industry for Critical Technology Development, Production 11/07/2024 The Department of Defense (DOD) has announced a new program to provide loans to industry for the development and production of critical technologies. The program, known as the Defense Production Act (DPA) Title III Loan Program, will provide up to $3 billion in loans … Read more