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The article focuses on the need for updating the U.S. Army's ordnance corps training to keep pace with technological advancements and large-scale combat demands. Topics include the importance of multiple-certification training for competitive advantage, the necessity of adapting maintenance training to modern technology, and the potential benefits of restructuring training approaches to improve readiness and efficiency.

The article discusses the importance of cannon artillery in the Marine Corps and raises concerns about a potential shortfall in this area. The Commandant of the Marine Corps has proposed divesting from 16 M777 155mm Howitzer batteries and investing in 14 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) batteries. However, the author argues that this restructuring creates a capability shortfall and increases logistical demands, which could hinder the Marine Corps' ability to conduct maneuver warfare and effectively support combat commands. The author emphasizes the importance of organic cannon artillery in achieving mission success and suggests that a minimum of nine batteries of 155mm artillery is needed to meet commanders' needs for indirect fire support. [Extracted from the article]

An interview with pianist Burkard Schliessmann, is presented. Topics include Schliessmann's latest release, "Live & Encores," featuring works recorded before an audience, his experience with different piano brands like Fazioli and Steinway, and the spontaneous decision to record on a Fazioli piano in the Fazioli Concert Hall in Sacile, Italy, known for its exceptional sound quality and craftsmanship.

The article discusses a dispute between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the state of Hawai'i over a right-of-entry permit for the remediation of unexploded ordnance and hazardous materials on state land. The Army Corps requested to use its own permit form, which the state had concerns about due to liability and insurance coverage. The Land Board, responsible for approving the permit, debated the issue and acknowledged their dependence on the Army Corps' schedule. The article also mentions an increase in contract amount and term for mosquito control on Kaua'i to protect native forest birds from avian malaria, using the incompatible insect technique (IIT). Some members of the public have expressed concerns about the project and its potential impact. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the history and restoration of a 1984 Ford ZF Fairlane, known as 'Trans Aust,' which participated in the infamous Cannonball Cup race in Australia. The race, which took place in 1984, involved 33 teams racing across 3800 kilometers from Melbourne to Fremantle. The Fairlane, commissioned by businessman Andre Razums, underwent a full restoration and features various modifications, including a blown 351 Cleveland engine. The car finished 25th in the race and is now owned by David Downie, who plans to retrace the race route in honor of the Cannonball Cup's 40th anniversary. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the misassignment of ordnance warrant officers, which is causing a decline in their subject matter expertise and hindering their ability to maintain equipment during potential large-scale combat operations. It discusses the impact of this misassignment on critical sustainment capabilities and emphasizes the need for commanders to enforce proper utilization of junior warrant officers in their primary MOS roles to ensure the development of technical expertise.

The article offers archaeological news briefs. Researchers claimed that the mastodon remains they discovered at the Manis Mastodon site on the Olympic Peninsula was wounded by a spear. Also cited are the discovery of an Iron Age bone comb at a road construction project near Cambridge, England, and the discovery of a 160-year-old live artillery shell in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

The article presents the discussion on professional treasure hunter although the demeanor mirrors that of a street vendor peddling questionable wares. Topics include hook's utility extends to toppling stacks of crates or triggering cannons, thereby orchestrating seemingly accidental yet conspicuous fatalities, baffling any witnesses; and game casts players into a world where unconventional protagonists maneuver through an intricate dance of deception, manipulation, and calculated aggression.

This document offers a comprehensive market review of different ute models,. It includes details on prices, engine specifications, power output, torque, CO2 emissions, and fuel consumption for various models from popular brands. The text presents this information in a table format, to easily compare and make informed decisions based on specific needs and preferences. It is a useful resource for those interested in purchasing a pickup truck and seeking objective information to guide their decision-making process. [Extracted from the article]

Judge Aileen Cannon rejected Ryan Wesley Routh's request that she recuse herself from the case to "preserve the appearance of impartiality." [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Chinese coast guard ships fired water cannons at two Philippine fisheries vessels delivering supplies to fishermen in the South China Sea. The incident occurred near Scarborough Shoal and involved three Chinese coast guard vessels and one navy vessel. Despite the dangerous maneuvers, the Filipino fishing vessels were able to successfully resupply the fishermen in the area. The Chinese Coast Guard stated that they tracked and took control measures on the Philippine ships. [Extracted from the article]

The U.S. Army has halted work on a nearly $1 billion contract to purchase AeroVironment Switchblade loitering munitions due to a protest filed by Mistral, according to an industry executive. The U.S. Government Accountability Office will make a decision on the protest by December 16. The contract, awarded to AeroVironment in August, is part of the Army's effort to provide infantry brigade combat teams with loitering munitions to target tanks. AeroVironment's Switchblade systems have already been used in Ukraine and are being accelerated for fielding to U.S. troops. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the Army's efforts to evaluate a hypervelocity projectile for its 155mm (millimeter) artillery systems. Topics discussed include the cost-effective potential of hypervelocity projectiles compared to missiles; the technical challenges of integrating these projectiles with existing artillery systems; and the Army's timeline for developing and testing the capability through 2028.

The GWM Cannon Alpha is the first petrol-electric hybrid dual-cab ute to be released in Australia. It offers a Turbo Diesel model with a 2.4-litre engine producing 135kW of power and 480Nm of torque, as well as an Ultra Hybrid model with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and an electric motor producing 255kW of power and 648Nm of torque. The Alpha has a towing capacity of 3.5 tons and a payload capacity of 821kg. It features 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlamps, heated and ventilated seats, and a large infotainment display with satellite navigation and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. [Extracted from the article]

The article explores the history and impact of the Ordnance Survey (OS) in Great Britain, tracing its origins from mapping the Scottish Highlands in 1745 to its comprehensive mapping of the entire country by 1870. Topics discussed include the evolution of mapping techniques through triangulation, the development of iconic OS map series like Landranger and Explorer, and the modern utilization of OS data in digital technologies and space exploration, where the OS has mapped Mars and the Moon.

And then paying more attention to the rise in popularity of multisport events: run-swim-runs, biathlons (now duathlon), and, increasingly, triathlons, we asked ourselves: How about a magazine just for this emerging phenomenon? The sport of triathlon now had its own magazine. FEATURES How It All Started Harald Johnson, Founder & editor, 1983-1988 Back in 1979,1 didn't know we'd be creating the first national and international magazine about the new sport of triathlon. [Extracted from the article]

A persona narrative is presented which explores author's experience of using gun and making the first bullet hole in Georgia.

Judge Aileen Cannon "misconstrued" the law and broke Supreme Court precedent by dismissing the charges, Smith argued. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The lawsuit comes after a Trump-appointed judge dismissed the criminal charges against Trump for allegedly withholding White House documents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

BossTek, the maker of DustBoss dust suppression equipment, has installed DB-30 Injektor mist cannons at Texas transfer stations operated by the North Texas Municipal Water Department (NTMWD). The mist cannons have significantly reduced dust emissions during the offloading of construction and demolition (C&D) and municipal solid waste (MSW) materials, improving air quality and creating a safer work environment. The success of the initial installation has led to the installation of mist cannons in the rest of the department's facilities. The NTMWD serves over 930,000 people in Texas and processes up to 3,370 tons per day of MSW and C&D materials. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the discovery of a rare Roman dragonesque brooch in Yorkshire. The brooch, dating back to AD 75-175, is believed to have been created for Romanized Britons to celebrate their Celtic roots. The brooch is typically found broken, making this intact find remarkable. The article also mentions the discovery of a grooved copper strip on Ainsdale beach, which was later identified as a component of a 3.7-inch AA gun shell used during World War II. The author reflects on the historical significance of such finds and the impact they had during a violent period of history. [Extracted from the article]

Judge Aileen Cannon, a Trump-appointed judge, dismissed the case against Donald Trump for stealing and hoarding classified documents at Mar-a-Lago. Cannon ruled that the appointment of the case's prosecutor, special counsel Jack Smith, violated the Constitution because special counsels must be nominated by the president and confirmed by the Senate. Cannon has been criticized for favoring Trump throughout the case, leading to doubts about her impartiality. However, some argue that Cannon's opinion is well-reasoned and in line with the intentions of the Framers. Smith plans to appeal the decision, but if Trump is re-elected, he may order the Justice Department to drop the case. [Extracted from the article]

Cannon granted the dismissal because she claimed Special Counsel Jack Smith was unlawfully appointed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Trump's four criminal cases are now all up in the air ahead of the election. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's classified documents case, Judge Aileen Cannon, has faced criticism for her handling of the trial. Two senior judges initially urged her to pass the case to another judge due to her relative inexperience and a previous order that was reversed and criticized. Cannon has postponed the trial and entertained far-fetched motions from Trump's attorneys, including claims of the unconstitutionality of the special counsel's appointment and funding. Some argue that Cannon's rulings and delays suggest sabotage, while others believe she is appropriately addressing difficult issues before the trial begins. The trial's slow progress and the Supreme Court's delay in Trump's Jan. 6 trial mean that voters are unlikely to see jury verdicts on the most serious charges before casting their ballots. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the U.S. Army's development of a Hypervelocity Gun Weapon System (HGWS) designed to counter high-priority threats such as missiles and mobile weapons. Topics include the creation of a specialized 155-millimeter cannon and hypersonic artillery shell, the integration of a Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon (MDAC) for various defense roles, and the development of a Multi-Function Precision Radar (MFPR) to enhance targeting and guidance capabilities for the system.

GWM has launched the Cannon Alpha, a hybrid 4WD ute that is being promoted as a smaller and more affordable alternative to full-size pickups in North America. The Cannon Alpha is based on the GWM Tank 500 SUV and comes in three grades: an entry Lux diesel model, an Ultra diesel model, and the hybrid. It features a unique 'barn door' split rear tailgate and offers more rear legroom and reclining rear seats compared to other double cab utes. The diesel models have a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, while the hybrid has a 2.0-liter turbo-petrol engine and electric motor. All versions come with a nine-speed automatic transmission, part-time 4WD, and low range Borg-Warner transfer case. The maximum braked towing capacity is 3500kg, and some models have front and rear locking differentials. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Sarah Cannon Research Institute in Nashville, Tennessee, explores the emerging field of tumor-agnostic therapies in precision oncology. Tumor-agnostic therapies focus on specific genetic anomalies responsible for malignant growth, rather than the origin or location of the tumor. The study highlights the approval of various targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and antibody-drug conjugates that have shown pan-cancer efficacy, offering hope to patients with advanced solid tumors. This research represents a significant advancement in personalized oncology treatments that transcend histology and location. [Extracted from the article]

The Trump-appointed has indefinitely delayed the ex-president's criminal trial. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A federal judge in Florida has rejected prosecutors' request to impose a gag order on former President Donald Trump in his classified documents case. The request was made after Trump made baseless claims that President Biden had authorized the FBI to kill him during a search of his Mar-a-Lago property. The judge, Aileen Cannon, stated that the prosecutors had not properly informed Trump's lawyers about the request and called their communication "lacking in substance and professional courtesy." However, the prosecutors have the option to seek a gag order again if they give Trump's team sufficient time to respond. It is worth noting that a gag order was previously imposed on Trump in his New York hush money case. [Extracted from the article]

A riot-control water cannon is a large, supposedly nonlethal apparatus that uses pressurized water to control and disperse crowds. However, riot-control water cannons may cause personal injury if directly aimed at the human forehead, for example. Therefore, we systematically analyzed, via a numerical model, the spatio-temporal evolution of the equivalent pressure of a water cannon and its influence on the human body dynamic response, especially considering the head and neck body regions. The simulation results suggest that 10 m is a critically dangerous working distance because the impact of a water cannon can lead to skull, cervical vertebra and brain injuries. In addition, compared to side/back impacts, frontal impacts are much more dangerous due to a more extensive range of head movement. Oblique impact induces rotational movement on the human body, resulting in a significant risk of injury. A quantitative injury risk analysis is presented to provide safety guidance for water cannon usage. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses about the history of the Gonzales flag with an AR-15 or other modern assault rifle in place of the cannon. It informs that in late 1835 the Mexican Army sent a hundred cavalrymen to the town of Gonzales to retrieve a cannon it had lent to the settlers a few years before. It also informs that the Battle of Gonzales became the Texas Revolution.

The article examines that the primary cannon batteries of fortress El Morro, and El Canuelo to the west on the other side of the entrance to San Juan Bay, the two installations could establish a crossfire pattern that would close the bay to enemy ships. Topics include considered that the scholar returned for visits to the Towne Collection.

The article offers information on the Integrated Personnel and Pay System–Army (IPPS-A) which will replace legacy practices of personnel management and systems, allowing better talent management of Soldiers with the right knowledge, skills, behaviors, and preferences to be effective on the battlefield now while also looking to the future and modernization. It also mentions that AIM-2 supports the Army Talent Alignment Process as an interim solution to fully implementing IPPS-A.

Features of Thomas Harriot's sketch of the shape of cannon ball trajectories, commonly observed by late sixteenth century gunners, are validated for a model of linearly resisted projectiles. The analysis uses only basic concepts and familiar techniques from first-year calculus. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Trump judge Drew Tipton has been the white wing's go-to judge to stop Biden's immigration reforms. Judge Cannon's decision feels egregious because it is so blatantly helpful to Trump's personal quest to avoid accountability for his actions, but recent rulings from other district court judges have been every bit as legally unjustifiable. Trump judge Jeffrey Brown's ruling to block the implementation of President Biden's vaccine mandate was legally indefensible. [Extracted from the article]

György Cziffra (1921-1994) is one of the most iconic figures of twentieth- century performance practice. The pianist received critical acclaim in his lifetime and has gained a cult following in recent years. However, his life and career have not yet been adequately studied, with little or no scholarly literature written on the subject, not even in the two and a half decades following his death. Thus, the researcher can rely almost exclusively on his autobiography (Cannons and Flowers) and on personal reminiscences and anecdotes, which, as my research has shown, bore little relation to reality. The aim of my study is to reconstruct and present an objective, fact- based biography, within the scope of this study, based on the material I have collected from archives and other institutions and libraries, as well as on the complete digitised press material of the period. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Army is considering modernizing its artillery with wheeled howitzers, automated cannons, and long-range mortars, according to Army Futures Command chief Gen. James Rainey. The U.S. plans to hold a competition this summer to select a new self-propelled howitzer after canceling the Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) howitzer. Rainey's interest in wheeled artillery is a departure from the Army's focus on tracked howitzers, and he also mentioned the Army's efforts to extend the range of mortar systems. Additionally, Rainey expressed interest in a capable autonomous and robotic cannon. [Extracted from the article]

Nick Cannon, multi-hyphenate entertainer and entrepreneur of Ncredible Entertainment joins Forbes Chief Content Editor, Randall Lane, and shares why he knows Africa is a front runner in technology developments and the balancing act between work and family. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]