Both psilocybin and psilocin have been classified by the Drug Enforcement Administration as Schedule I substances. Read more in my story for Military Times.

The keel for the U.S. Navy’s second Columbia-class submarine was laid during an Aug. 27 ceremony. Read more in my story for Military Times.

Two helicopters faced off against an F-15D Eagle fighter aircraft above water in an unprecedented combat defense test. Read more in my story for Military Times.

The operation is the latest in a series of bids to use U.S. maritime power to counteract drug trafficking at sea. Read more in my story for Military Times.

China has debuted yet another new warship built to launch amphibious landings. Read more in my story for Defense News.

The U.S. Space Force published a new rulebook outlining distinctive new dress and appearance regulations. Read more in my story for Military Times.

New weapons and improved technology are budget priorities for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force, while spending plans will slash civilian jobs. Read more in my story for Defense News.

New versions of the Kratos XQ-58 Valkyrie drone will be manufactured for the U.S. Marine Corps. Read more in my story for Defense News.

The Virginia National Guard will mobilize 60 soldiers and airmen to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Read more in my story for Military Times.

A task force of 500 U.S. Marines and sailors is working to construct new fortifications at Arizona’s southern border with Mexico. Read more in my story for Military Times.