Archives for November 2013

Trauma Surgeon Urges Continued Investment in Combat Care

WASHINGTON, November 15, 2013 (AFNS) - As combat operations wind down in Afghanistan and the Defense Department struggles with ever-tighter budgetary constraints, a seasoned military trauma surgeon warned against arbitrary cuts that could unravel successes made in preventing combat injuries and, when they occur, providing the best medical care from the point of injury through … [Read more...]

Remarks by the First Lady at Disney’s Veterans Institute

Disney Boardwalk Inn, Orlando, Florida - November 14, 2013 MRS. OBAMA: Well hello, everyone. It is a real pleasure to be with all of you today, not just because it's at Disney. (Laughter.) Because when you turn off that highway, you just can't help but get excited. This is a magical place. And I begged my Secret Service to let me go on some rides -- (laughter) -- but I … [Read more...]

Rapid Equipping Force Launches Website for Innovations November 13, 2013

FORT BELVOIR, Va. (November 14, 2013) - The U.S. Army Rapid Equipping Force recently launched ArmyCoCreate.com, a website for Soldiers to identify tactical challenges and collaborate for solutions. The website is designed to connect Soldiers with innovators and civilian supporters to identify problems, suggest solutions and build prototypes, according to Rapid Equipping … [Read more...]

CMSAF Launches Worldwide CHIEFchat, Answers Questions From the Force

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md., November 14, 2013 (AFNS) - Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody shared his perspective on the past, present and future of the Air Force with Airmen, Air Force civilians and their families Nov. 12, during a worldwide CHIEFchat session at the headquarters of the Defense Media Activity here. Reduction in force and readiness in the light of … [Read more...]

Pentagon Exhibit Highlights American Indian Wartime Achievements

WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Nov. 14, 2013) - American Indian achievements in the Army and Marine Corps are depicted in a Pentagon display on loan this week from the Smithsonian Institution. Posters, from the National Museum of the American Indian, feature American Indians' contribution to national defense, as part of November's American Indian Heritage Month observance. … [Read more...]

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Service Members Need to Know About Microplastics

DECEMBER 18, 2025 – Service members face health risks both while at home and when deployed, and the emerging global threat of micro- and nanoplastics, or MNPs, may have long-term impacts on their health. “We’re beginning to appreciate that microplastics are everywhere and likely contaminating everything we eat, drink, and touch,” said Dr. Mark Williams, […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Military Students’ Tips to Balance Service and Studies

OCTOBER 10, 2025 – Studying in college while serving in the military can be highly rewarding but also extremely demanding in some respects. Military members, veterans, and their families typically balance demanding duty schedules, deployments, family responsibilities, and school schedules. It requires careful planning, flexibility, and being willing to seek and take advantage of available […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

How Military Families Can Avoid Financial Panic During a Shutdown

OCTOBER 23, 2025 – Government shutdowns create unique challenges for military families who live on tight budgets, frequently relocate, and manage the constant demands of military service. While the uncertainty can feel overwhelming, following these five strategies can help you navigate the crisis with confidence. Keep Perspective. This financial disruption will end, just as the […]