JANUARY 25, 2019, Fort Meade, MD - Over 6,500 Soldiers are already hoping to be part of a new Army esports team that will compete in video game tournaments nationwide in an effort to attract potential recruits. "It's essentially connecting America to its Army through the passion of the gaming community," said Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Jones, NCO-in-charge of the budding … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2019
Navy to Commission Destroyer Michael Monsoor
JANUARY 24, 2019 - The Navy will commission its newest destroyer, USS Michael Monsoor (DDG 1001), Saturday, Jan. 26, during a 10 a.m. PST ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, California, where the ship will be homeported. The second ship in the Zumwalt-class of destroyers, DDG-1001 is named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class … [Read more...]
New Strategy Encourages Innovation, Better Intel Sharing
JANUARY 24, 2019 - The latest iteration of the National Intelligence Strategy aims at encouraging innovation and sharing information and intelligence among like-minded nations, the director of national intelligence said. Daniel R. Coats released the quadrennial strategy yesterday, calling it “our guide for the next four years to better serve the needs of our customers, to … [Read more...]
Reserve Retirement Pay: Have You Done Your Homework
JANUARY 24, 2019 - For those serving as traditional Reserve Soldiers in the Army Reserve, receiving that 20-year retirement letter can feel like winning the lottery. But did you know that just because you have that golden ticket doesn’t mean you will automatically start receiving retirement pay when you turn 60? There are requirements that you must meet in order to start … [Read more...]
DOD Moves Closer to Implementing Changes to Transgender Policy
JANUARY 23, 2019 - Following a ruling from the Supreme Court, the Defense Department is moving closer to implementing changes to its transgender policy. “The department is pleased with the orders issued by the Supreme Court today,” said Pentagon spokeswoman Air Force Lt. Col. Carla Gleason. “We will continue to work with the Department of Justice regarding next steps in the … [Read more...]