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- 1Heavy MQ-9 Reaper losses to shape Pentagon replacement plans●Heavy losses of MQ-9 Reaper to factor in future plans to divest, replace aircraft https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pen
The US Air Force is weighing its future divestment and replacement strategy for the MQ-9 Reaper drone in light of heavy combat losses of the aircraft. Defense officials say attrition rates will factor into decisions on when and how to retire the remotely piloted fleet and field successor platforms, a debate now drawing attention among defense analysts and aviation watchers.
- 2Vietnam unveils plaque honoring North Korean Vietnam War fighters●Vietnam unveils plaque honoring North Koreans who fought in Vietnam War
Vietnam has unveiled a memorial plaque honoring North Korean soldiers who fought alongside North Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The gesture highlights the long-standing military and diplomatic ties between Hanoi and Pyongyang, and draws renewed attention to North Korea's little-documented role in the conflict, which included pilots and other personnel sent to support the North Vietnamese side.
- 3Copper wire theft leaves Louisville interstates dark, city launches solar light pilot▼Copper wire theft leaves Louisville interstate stretches dark, prompts solar light pilot
Thieves have stripped copper wiring from Louisville's interstate lighting system, leaving long stretches of the highway dark at night and raising safety concerns for drivers. In response, local officials are launching a pilot program to install solar-powered lights that do not depend on copper wiring, aiming to deter future theft and restore illumination along affected corridors.
- 4Chicago educator uses food to teach science with Pilot Light●How a Chicago educator uses food to teach science thanks to Pilot Light, a local chef-led nonprofit
A Chicago educator is teaching science through food with support from Pilot Light, a local nonprofit founded by chefs that helps teachers weave food and cooking into classroom lessons. The Chicago Tribune profiled the approach, highlighting how everyday meals can illustrate concepts in science and connect students to where their food comes from.