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USNI News
Between war and peace is the grey zone — a legal status where the rules of engagement aren’t always clear for the Navy and Coast Guard forces increasingly operating there, according to top commanders from the services. The Navy and Coast Guard are tasked with protecting the trade and sovereign interests of both the U.S. friends and allies. But, without a clearly identified mission and clearly articulated and supporting rules of engagement, it's difficult for ship commanders to determine threat levels and follow an acceptable course of action, said Vice Adm. John Alexander, the commander of U.S. 3rd Fleet.
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The Maritime Executive
Unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) have been serving the U.S. Navy for decades in various forms, like remote sending platforms, programmable targets to train anti-submarine warfare (ASW) crews, and remotely-operated mine hunting drones. The Navy is enhancing its utilization of UUVs for a wide range of applications, from ocean mapping to underwater surveillance.
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By Bambi Majumdar
Virtual reality and artificial intelligence are the buzzwords for nearly every industry today. Now, law enforcement agencies are looking to adopt these emerging technologies as well. As many departments across the U.S. suffer from budget constraints and outdated technology, the criminals have access to the latest tools and tech. It is time for a change, and a new age of police training will incorporate these futuristic tools. Agencies are looking at virtual reality for training their officers.
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United States Power Squadrons via YouTube
The new "Choosing the Best Life Jacket" video, created by the United States Power Squadrons, shows that all life jackets are not created equal, and which types are most suitable for what on-the-water activities. Viewers will also learn about common misconceptions regarding proper use of life jackets. Also featured are valuable tips for ensuring selection of the best life jacket.
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BoatUS
Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) in partnership with the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) and Marine Retailers Association of the Americas (MRAA) went to Capitol Hill to address Congressional Boating Caucus members and invited legislative staff for the annual State of the Industry briefings. Speaking to the groups gathered, NMMA President Thomas J. Dammrich reported on the recreational boating industry's financial rebound, or "long road back," said Dammrich, since the Great Recession. With the economy doing well, sales are up and reports from winter boat shows are positive. He also shared ideas on what Congress can do to support this important sector of U.S. manufacturing.
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Arkansas Game & Fish Commission
Capt. Stephanie Weatherington's time as president of the National Association of Boating Law Administrators may be over, but the initiatives undertaken during her term continue to make a difference on the waters of the nation. One accomplishment during Weatherington’s term as president was the successful completion of a national campaign to promote, adopt and implement mandatory life jacket policies for all marine law enforcement officers.
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By Dave G. Houser
Regardless of where you stand on the issue, the legalization of marijuana is well underway across America. As of today, 31 states and the District of Columbia have laws legalizing cannabis for medical and/or recreational use. Nine of those states and D.C. have legalized recreational marijuana, and at least six more are expected to follow suit. Currently, about 72 million Americans live where cannabis is legal, so the ramifications — good and bad — affect nearly a third of our nation's population.
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Law Officer
A recent online research roundup published by the National Strength & Conditioning Assn. adds to the ever-growing evidence that physical fitness matters in practical ways to public safety personnel. The report is included in the group’s quarterly journal, Tactical Strength & Conditioning, and was compiled by Dr. Rod Pope, associate professor of physiotherapy at Bond University in Australia and an expert on military injury and preventive training.
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