On-Camera Press Briefing Rapidly Rising on Defense.gov The “On-Camera Press Briefing” is a rapidly rising section on the official website of the United States Department of Defense (Defense.gov). This section features video recordings of press briefings given by senior defense officials, including the Secretary of Defense, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and … Read more
AUKUS Partners Complete Successful Tests of Autonomous and Networked Systems in Maritime Experimentation The United States, United Kingdom, and Australia (AUKUS) recently conducted a series of successful tests of autonomous and networked systems in a maritime experimentation exercise. These tests are part of the AUKUS partnership’s ongoing efforts to develop and deploy new technologies that … Read more
Defense Official Statement on AUKUS Pillar 2 and Exercise Maritime Big Play Media Statement Office of the Assistant to the Secretary of Defense for Public Affairs August 24, 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C.– A senior Defense official provided the following readout of the August 24 meeting between U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, United Kingdom … Read more
8 Potential Free-Agent Fits for the Giants The San Francisco Giants have a number of needs to address this offseason, including finding a new shortstop, a starting pitcher, and a few more bats to add to their lineup. Fortunately, there are a number of potential free agents who could fill these needs, and here are … Read more
Scioscia on Fernando: ‘A down-to-earth kid from Mexico’ who became a star Link to the article: www.mlb.com/news/mike-scioscia-on-fernando-valenzuela-a-down-to-earth-kid-from-mexico-who-became-a-star Summary: Mike Scioscia, the former manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers and current special assistant to the general manager, recently shared his thoughts on Fernando Valenzuela, the Mexican-born pitcher who became a star with the Dodgers in the … Read more
Check Swing Challenge System Being Tested in Arizona Fall League What is the Check Swing Challenge System? The Check Swing Challenge System (CSCS) is a new technology that allows batters to challenge close check swing calls on called third strikes. How does the CSCS Work? The CSCS is a two-step process: The batter challenges the … Read more
Stearns stresses ‘sustainable competitiveness’ in Mets’ offseason plans MLB.com Anthony DiComo November 15, 2022 Billy Eppler’s first offseason as Mets general manager has been shaped by two guiding principles: fixing the bullpen and adding an impact bat to the lineup. But as the Winter Meetings approach next week in San Diego, the Mets’ brain trust … Read more
Yankees-Dodgers Position-by-Position Breakdown The New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are two of the most storied franchises in Major League Baseball history, and they are set to meet in the 2023 World Series. Both teams have a number of strengths and weaknesses, and it will be interesting to see how they match up against … Read more
Mayor Bowser Announces New Ice-Skating Rink Coming to National Building Museum and Other Downtown DC Holiday Activations Washington, D.C. — Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a new, world-class ice-skating rink that will open at the National Building Museum this holiday season. The rink will be the centerpiece of a series of holiday activations in downtown … Read more
Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Attend DPR and MPD Halloween Events and Work Together to Keep Trick-or-Treaters Safe Washington, D.C. – Mayor Muriel Bowser today encouraged residents to attend Halloween events hosted by the District’s Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) and Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). The Mayor also reminded residents of the importance of … Read more