Ideas
The Pentagon Must Prep Now for the Next Pandemic
We must take stock of the myriad ways the U.S. military has helped fight COVID-19—and learn to do even better.
Business
As Delta Variant Spreads, Trade Shows Impose Mask Mandates
The Association for the U.S. Army said it will not limit attendance unless required by the local government.
Policy
Spacesuits and Lawsuits Put 2024 Moon Landing in Jeopardy
Two lunar-exploration spacesuits won’t be ready, a new report says, while bid protests have held up work on the lander.
Policy
COVID-19 Vaccines Will Become Mandatory For Troops Next Month—or Sooner
Biden says he will approve Austin's recommendation to require vaccinations by mid-September, or sooner if the FDA formally approves them.
Business
Conference Wire: Sea-Air-Space Opens, No Masks Required
The Navy League's sprawling event was the first big trade show canceled by COVID. Now it returns amid a new coronavirus spike.
Policy
For US Troops, Getting COVID Vaccine Is Now a Matter of 'How and When'
President tells Pentagon to add COVID to list of required vaccinations. He also imposed requirements on federal employees and contractors who decline to get vaccinated.
Business
Defense Companies Not Weighing Vaccine Mandates, Yet
There have been some informal discussions about requiring the shot.
Policy
DOD Reimposes Mask Mandate Inside Pentagon, Other Bases Near ‘Substantial’ COVID Transmission
Troops, employees, contractors, and others must wear masks indoors on Defense Department facilities in the Pentagon and these areas.
Policy
VA Mandates Vaccines for Health Care Workers
“It’s the best way to keep veterans safe, especially as the Delta variant spreads across the country,” said VA Secretary Denis McDonough.
Science & Tech
‘This May Not Be The Big One’: Army Scientists Warn of Deadlier Pandemics to Come
The service is closing in on a “pan-coronavirus” vaccine and on synthetic antibodies that could protect a population before spread. But that may not be enough.
Business
F-35 Supply Chain Recovering From COVID Slowdown, Lockheed’s New JSF Chief Says
2021 deliveries could return almost to the level once planned for 2020.
Ideas
NIH Director: We Need an Investigation Into the Wuhan Lab-Leak Theory
Francis Collins calls for a “thorough, expert-driven, and objective” inquiry, and shares what most surprised him about the virus.
Business
How Pentagon Cash Helped Save Small Defense Companies During the Pandemic
Business leaders are now calling on defense officials and lawmakers to keep a policy that pays contractors more money up front.
Policy
Some US Military Bases Begin to Loosen Mask Rules
As some states drop COVID restrictions, commanders from coast to coast are attempting to walk a safe line.
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