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The history of warfare; stories of combat and conflict across land, seas and skies, from ancient times to the present.
DOGE’s mass federal workforce cuts may cost taxpayers $135 billion this fiscal year alone. AI-Generated.
Although DOGE asserts that it has saved the government $150 million from waste, fraud, and abuse, some federal workforce and policy experts believe that Elon Musk's efforts to cut costs have cost taxpayers money. The chaos of personnel changes have tanked productivity, one expert claims, costing the government billions in wasted payroll. Another person argued that fired IRS employees are no longer able to conduct audits that generate significant revenue. As Elon Musk prepares to step back from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), his goal to rout out government waste, fraud, and abuse may have fallen short. DOGE initially promised to identify and eliminate $2 trillion in the first months of President Donald Trump's second term, but Musk drastically cut that figure down to $150 billion—only 7.5% of his original estimated savings. Some experts warn that his efforts may actually be costing the government billions in lost labor and revenue. According to calculations made by Reuters, these spending cuts have affected 260,000 federal employees who have been fired, given buyouts, or retired early since Trump's return to the White House. The Internal Revenue Service may lose up to a third of its 100,000 employees through resignations and layoffs, according to a report in The New York Times earlier this month. About 22,000 of these employees may accept Trump's most recent offer to resign. According to Max Stier, chief executive of the government efficiency and workforce nonprofit Partnership for Public Service, "We do need to have our government work better, but the approaches that have been adopted so far are taking us in the exact wrong direction." The mass exodus of federal employees may result in the government paying out fewer salaries, but it also may severely limit the amount of work that it is able to carry out, including collecting revenue from tax audits. “The end result will be that the American public will be holding the bag as Elon Musk goes back to his private enterprises.”
By md tawbar ali10 months ago in Serve
When the Mouse Wears a Tux and the Donkey Breaks Its Back: A Capitalist Tragedy.
In a perfectly paved European street surrounded by luxury buildings and morning sunlight, a bizarre yet strangely familiar scene unfolds: a ragged, exhausted donkey, bent under the crushing weight of five cardboard boxes, stands frozen. His eyes are heavy, worn out, almost hollow. Around him, well-dressed figures in tuxedos gather, but something is off. Their faces aren't human. They are mice literal white mice, standing upright in tailored suits, laughing, clapping, and chatting cheerfully.
By Sayed Zewayed10 months ago in Serve
A new U.S. Air Force analysis recommends continuing the development of NGAD, as well as terminating the NGAS stealth tanker program which was supposed to support the next gen fighter in contested airspace.
The United States Air Force (USAF) has recently concluded a comprehensive analysis of two major developmental programs: the Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter and the Next-Generation Air Refueling System (NGAS) stealth tanker. After months of internal discussions and strategic reviews, the Air Force has decided to continue the development of the NGAD while recommending the termination of the NGAS program. This decision underscores a shifting perspective on how aerial dominance and refueling strategies will evolve in contested environments, particularly in the face of growing technological advancements and budgetary constraints.
By Adnan Rasheed12 months ago in Serve
The Story of Abraham Lincoln
Chapter 1: The Log Cabin (1809–1816) In the frostbitten winter of 1809, a cry pierced the silence of a one-room Kentucky cabin. Thomas Lincoln, a stern frontiersman, cradled his newborn son—Abraham—while Nancy Hanks Lincoln, frail but resolute, smiled weakly. The cabin, chinked with mud and straw, stood in Hardin County (now LaRue County), a land of dense forests and hardship.
By Arbab Haider12 months ago in Serve
Pakistan marks anniversary of shooting down Indian fighter jets.
Pakistan marks anniversary of shooting down Indian fighter jets. On February 27, 2019 Pakistan marked a significant moment in its military history commemorating what it describes as a successful defense operation against Indian aggression. This event known as Operation Swift Retort is remembered as the day when the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) responded to India’s airstrikes in Balakot by engaging and shooting down two Indian fighter jets escalating tensions between the two nuclear armed neighbors. As Pakistan observes the anniversary of this event it highlights the nation’s military preparedness and resolve to defend its sovereignty. The events of February 2019 were set in motion a day earlier when Indian warplanes crossed into Pakistani airspace and dropped bombs in Balakot claiming to have targeted a terrorist training camp. India’s actions came in response to the Pulwama attack which had occurred on February 14, 2019 in which over 40 Indian paramilitary personnel were killed in a suicide bombing. India held Pakistan responsible for harboring the militant group responsible for the attack an allegation Pakistan strongly denied. The airstrikes by the Indian Air Force (IAF) marked the first aerial intrusion into Pakistani territory since the 1971 war significantly raising tensions between the two nations.
By Adnan Rasheedabout a year ago in Serve
What Are the OSHA Guidelines for Annual Bloodborne Pathogen Training?. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
The annual bloodborne pathogen training is a mandatory requirement under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030). This training is designed to protect employees who may be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM) in their workplace. It ensures that workers understand the risks associated with bloodborne pathogens such as HIV, Hepatitis B (HBV), and Hepatitis C (HCV) and know how to prevent occupational exposure. Skipping or neglecting this training can result in serious health risks, regulatory fines, and legal consequences.
By KARM Safety Solutionsabout a year ago in Serve
US unfreezes $397m to track Pakistan’s F-16 operations.
US unfreezes $397m to track Pakistan’s F-16 operations. The Trump administration’s decision to unfreeze $5.3 billion in foreign aid primarily for security and counter narcotics programs has sparked significant discussion about the priorities shaping US foreign assistance. Among the released funds was $397 million for a US backed program in Pakistan designed to monitor Islamabad’s use of US made F-16 fighter jets ensuring they are deployed for counterterrorism rather than for conflicts against neighboring India. This move underscores the administration’s broader strategy of aligning aid with US national security interests while significantly reducing humanitarian assistance. Upon assuming office on January 20 President Donald Trump ordered a 90 day pause on foreign aid effectively freezing billions of dollars allocated for a range of international programs. This sweeping decision affected funding for initiatives combatting starvation deadly diseases, and large scale displacement. The freeze triggered urgent appeals from US officials and humanitarian organizations seeking exemptions to sustain crucial programs. However waivers were granted sparingly with priority given to military aid and initiatives supporting Trump’s America First policy.
By Adnan Rasheedabout a year ago in Serve
Dear Friend
Introduction This is an attempt at a plagiaristic poem using the words in the waiting room at Preston Station where I am once a month. Although I will try to stitch them into a series of rhyming quatrains, I will post this in Serve rather than Poets as I feel that is more appropriate, though it does mean I have to flesh it out to six hundred words.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Serve
PAF showcases JF-17 fighter jet capabilities in Saudi Arabia exercise.
PAF showcases JF-17 fighter jet capabilities in Saudi Arabia exercise. In a significant demonstration of its advancing aerial capabilities the Pakistan Air Force PAF recently participated in the multinational Exercise Spears of Victory 2025 held at King Abdul Aziz Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The exercise which concluded in early February 2025 saw the PAF showcasing the prowess of its indigenous JF 17 Thunder Block III fighter jets alongside air forces from Saudi Arabia Bahrain France Greece Qatar the United Arab Emirates the United Kingdom and the United States. A notable aspect of the PAF's participation was the execution of a non stop flight from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia and back. This mission involved in-flight air to air refueling underscoring the long range operational capabilities of the JF 17 Block III aircraft. The Inter Services Public Relations ISPR highlighted this achievement emphasizing the strategic reach and endurance of the PAF's fleet.
By Adnan Rasheedabout a year ago in Serve
