APRIL 19, 2024 – Combined Maritime Forces welcomed Finland as the 43rd member of the world's largest maritime security partnership, April 17. "It is a pleasure to officially welcome Finland to the Combined Maritime Forces," said Vice Adm. George Wikoff, CMF commander. "The Finns bring to the largest international naval coalition a long history of maritime professionalism. … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2024
DOD Expands Employment for Spouses Stationed Overseas
APRIL 19, 2024 - The Defense Department is taking steps to ensure military spouses can continue to thrive in their own careers while accompanying service members on overseas assignments. A new memorandum of agreement signed yesterday by Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks and Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard Verma will streamline the … [Read more...]
Marines Put Counter-UAS Concepts to the Test
APRIL 19, 2024 – U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) Battalion, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), conducted a scenario-driven training for counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 15-17. The purpose of the training was to assess, refine, and validate counter-UAS tactics, … [Read more...]
Austin Lauds Norway’s Increased Defense Spending
U.S. Soldiers with 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 11th Airborne Division, assault notional enemies in a village during Arctic Shock 24 in Malselv, Norway, March 20, 2024. Arctic Shock is a combined U.S. and Norwegian exercise demonstrating interoperability with Arctic partners and capabilities in the harsh … [Read more...]
Navigating Food Labels: Making the Informed Choice
APRIL 19, 2024 - In today's busy supermarkets there is an abundance of options, and reading food labels can feel like a puzzle. Understanding what they mean is crucial for making healthy choices. Let's delve into the world of food labels, decoding their different sections and empowering you to make informed decisions about what you and your families eat. Nutrition Facts … [Read more...]