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U.S. Navy and Anduril Partner to Accelerate Submarine Production with New Baltimore Shipyard

U.S. Navy and Anduril Partner to Accelerate Submarine Production with New Baltimore Shipyard

The United States Navy is set to establish a new production facility, named Arsenal-2, in Baltimore, Maryland, to manufacture components for Virginia-class submarines. This initiative is a collaboration between the U.S. government and the American company Anduril. President Trump announced the project in early October. Anduril will be co-responsible for developing the Sparrows Point shipyard, contributing $3.7 billion to the total investment of $6.6 billion, with the U.S. government providing the remaining $2.9 billion. The components produced at Arsenal-2 will be sent to General Dynamics Electric Boat in Connecticut and Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia for final assembly. This investment is projected to create nearly 3,100 new jobs in Maryland and is scheduled to begin operations in 2030. The project has also garnered attention from Australia, as it is expected to mitigate delays in submarine deliveries to Canberra under the AUKUS agreement.

Maryland Man Sentenced for Role in Street Takeover Damaging Police Cruisers

Maryland Man Sentenced for Role in Street Takeover Damaging Police Cruisers

Derrick Kingston Henry, a 19-year-old man from Boyds, Maryland, has been sentenced for his involvement in a street takeover incident that resulted in damage to two Montgomery County police cruisers. The incident occurred on February 22, when a large group of cars, originating from Prince George’s County, converged on Silver Spring. Police reported that the group blocked traffic at the East-West Highway and Connecticut Avenue intersection, performed 'doughnuts' in the roadway, and prevented officers from entering the area. During the event, two marked police cruisers sustained damage, including a broken rear window and a smashed windshield, though no officers were injured. Henry pleaded guilty to second-degree assault and received a sentence of five years in prison, with all but 30 days suspended. He is ordered to report to jail by 5 p.m. on November 9 to begin serving his active sentence.

Enlighten Seeks Product Owner for Hybrid Role in DoD Cyber Defense Command Support

Enlighten Seeks Product Owner for Hybrid Role in DoD Cyber Defense Command Support

Enlighten, recognized as a Top Workplace by USA Today, is actively recruiting a Product Owner with expertise in software or systems engineering. This hybrid role is designed to directly support capability development, operational deployment, and growth strategy for the DoD Cyber Defense Command (DCDC). The successful candidate will collaborate with a team of experts to design and implement solutions focused on big data and workflows tailored for military clients. Responsibilities include establishing relationships with government customers, leading analytic and application development, and integrating production capabilities into daily operations. The position requires a minimum of 9 years of experience in DoD cyber, agile development, or big data, along with a B.A. in Business, a technical field, or a related discipline. A Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance is mandatory, and U.S. Citizenship is required. The role involves working in a hybrid environment, with 2-3 days per week on-site at Fort Meade...

Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

(Adds dropped word in paragraph 12) By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Building on a months-long naval blockade on Iran, the US military said on Saturday it is launching a task force to help crack down on Tehran's movement of advanced weapons and other sanctioned material over its land

Thales Defense Security, Inc. Offers DF/RF Engineering Internship in Germantown, MD

Thales Defense Security, Inc. Offers DF/RF Engineering Internship in Germantown, MD

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) is offering an 8-week internship within its Direction Finding and Antenna Engineering department during the summer of 2027, located in Germantown, MD. This internship provides entry-level assignments with exposure to the electrical job family, specifically focusing on Direction Finding (DF) of radio transmissions and DF antenna design. Interns will work directly with a mentor in the DF/Antenna design field, performing technical assignments of basic complexity. Responsibilities include providing technical support for DF projects in conjunction with Software Defined Radios, participating in DF Hardware designs under close supervision, and utilizing standard software packages like MATLAB and Python for RF/DF analysis. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, enrolled in an accredited university with at least two semesters completed in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, and have a strong interest in electromagnetics.

BDO USA Seeks Tax Manager for Business Incentives Group, Offering National Salary Range

BDO USA Seeks Tax Manager for Business Incentives Group, Offering National Salary Range

BDO USA Seeks Tax Manager for Business Incentives Group, Offering National Salary Range

Space Foundation and Charles County Public Schools Launch 'Space in the Community' Program in Waldorf, Maryland

Space Foundation and Charles County Public Schools Launch 'Space in the Community' Program in Waldorf, Maryland

The Space Foundation, in partnership with Charles County Public Schools, is bringing its 'Space in the Community' program to Waldorf, Maryland, from November 16 to 20. This initiative will feature former NASA astronaut Mark Polansky, a veteran of three spaceflights, who will visit middle schools across the county. The program, a nearly 20-year collaboration, aims to foster STEM learning among PreK-12 students by providing direct access to a former astronaut and hands-on, space-themed educational activities. Students will engage in an Artemis-themed activity, prioritizing and packing supplies for a lunar mission, and will explore coding and robotics using Sphero indi robots. Middle schoolers will also participate in the National Space Sustainability Competition, where they will develop sustainable orbital living solutions. A community night with Polansky is scheduled for November 20 at the James E. Richmond Science Center.

Howard County to Host Native American Heritage Month Celebration in Columbia

Howard County to Host Native American Heritage Month Celebration in Columbia

Howard County is set to host a Native American Heritage Month Celebration in Columbia, Maryland. The event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. at the Harriet Tubman Cultural Center, located at 8045 Harriet Tubman Lane. This celebration aims to recognize the rich history, significant achievements, and diverse cultural contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives. Attendees can expect to experience both traditional and contemporary artistic expressions from Native American communities, not only within Maryland but also from broader regions. The program will feature performances by notable artists and groups, including Lance Ma'heonenahkohe Fisher, Huey Xolotl, and Native America's Protectors. This initiative underscores the county's commitment to cultural recognition and education, providing a platform for community members to engage with and appreciate Native American heritage.

Exclusive-Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

Exclusive-Expanding on naval blockade, US military looks to restrict Iranian land commerce

By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Building on a months-long naval blockade on Iran, the US military said on Saturday it is launching a task force to help crack down on Tehran's movement of advanced weapons and other sanctioned material over its land borders and through the Caspian Sea.

Momiji Sushi Izakaya Opens in Downtown Silver Spring, Offering Japanese Cuisine

Momiji Sushi Izakaya Opens in Downtown Silver Spring, Offering Japanese Cuisine

Momiji Sushi Izakaya Opens in Downtown Silver Spring, Offering Japanese Cuisine

U.S. Companies and DOE Advance Nuclear Power Uprates to Boost Grid Capacity

U.S. Companies and DOE Advance Nuclear Power Uprates to Boost Grid Capacity

Utilities and major companies like Google and Amazon are increasingly leveraging nuclear power uprates to meet growing electricity demands across the U.S. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the Utility Power Reactor Incremental Scaling Effort (UPRISE) to significantly expand nuclear energy capacity by increasing the output of existing reactors, restarting dormant facilities, and optimizing operational efficiency. This initiative aims to add 2.5 GW of additional nuclear capacity by 2027 and 5 GW by 2029. Recent agreements include Google supporting uprates at Georgia Power's Plants Vogtle and Hatch, adding approximately 96 megawatts. The DOE has also announced conditional loan commitments of up to $4.2 billion for Vistra's nuclear fleet in Pennsylvania and Ohio, and up to $5 billion for Constellation Energy's fleet across Illinois, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, to finance modernization and uprates. These efforts are projected to add hundreds of megawatts of new nuclear capacity and extend plant l...

On This Day in 1860: Abraham Lincoln Wins the Presidency

On This Day in 1860: Abraham Lincoln Wins the Presidency

The 1860 United States presidential election was a pivotal moment in American history, deeply marked by political divisions that foreshadowed the i...