FEBRUARY 18, 2022 - NATO will continue to strengthen its defense and deterrence capabilities in the face of challenges from Russia, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said at the conclusion of the Defense Ministerial in Brussels today. Stoltenberg said peace and stability in the Euro-Atlantic region is under threat. Russia has deployed more than 150,000 troops to its … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2022
Crunch Fitness Launches New Military-Based Fellowship
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 - Crunch Fitness announced the launch of ‘Strengthened by Heroes,’ a military-based fellowship and employment placement initiative designed for service members who are completing their active-duty commitment and wish to pursue a career as a Personal Trainer at Crunch Fitness. ‘Strengthened by Heroes’ fellows will have the opportunity to work three to five … [Read more...]
Consolidation of Defense Industrial Base Poses Risks to National Security
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 - A report just released by the Defense Department reveals consolidation in the defense industrial base, which poses risks to national security. The report lays out a series of proposed efforts by the department — including keeping a closer watch on mergers among defense contractors — to help mitigate that risk. The "defense industrial base" refers to the … [Read more...]
Random Antiterrorism Measures Contribute to Community Security
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 – Working on a military post overseas means increased visibility and vulnerability to intruders, a thought never far from the garrison operations staff who oversee the counter-terrorism program. That’s why on Feb. 11, they held Random Anti-terrorism Measures at the Darby Military Community commissary. The activity contributes to the security of the … [Read more...]
LEAP Offers Skills That Cannot Be ‘Just-In-Time’ Trained
FEBRUARY 17, 2022 - With events happening around the world at a moment’s notice, Airmen and Guardians must always be ready for the fight. Not unlike the skills built over time by a pilot, the culture, language, and regional expertise the total force needs for critical missions cannot be “just-in-time” trained. Through the Language Enabled Airman Program, more than 3,410 … [Read more...]