DECEMBER 17, 2024 - The Department of Defense today released its newest demographics report, the "2023 Demographics Profile of the Military Community," which provides a wide range of information about the active duty, National Guard and Reserve enlisted and officer service members and families who make up the United States military. Key takeaways from the latest report … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
Army Selects Next Harding Fellows
DECEMBER 17, 2024 – The second group of Harding Fellow military editors-in-chief have been selected and will be the first to experience the expanded broadening opportunity. This cohort’s fellow program will see them not just editing their journals, but also on the University of Kansas campus as graduate students. A cooperative agreement with the university represents a … [Read more...]
Space Force Hosts T-Minus 10-Miler
U.S. Air Force Capt. Margaux Nagano, Space Systems Command assistant staff judge, crosses the finish line during the U.S. Space Force's T-Minus 10-Miler marathon at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, Dec. 14, 2024. Nagano took first place among female competitors during the annual 10-mile endurance race. This event challenges participants to reach the "edge of outer … [Read more...]
Mental Health in the Holiday Season
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - “A lovely thing about Christmas is that it’s compulsory, like a thunderstorm, and we all go through it together.” — Garrison Keillor Mr. Keillor’s sentiment is shared by many who view the holidays as stressful, but there are some things you can do to keep your mental health in order and enjoy the season. Focus on physical well-beingAccording to Tomekia … [Read more...]
U.S. Military Strikes ISIS in Syria
DECEMBER 17, 2024 - U.S. Central Command forces conducted precision air strikes yesterday targeting ISIS camps and operatives in Syria, the Defense Department has announced. "Battle damage assessments are ongoing [and there are] no indications of civilian casualties," Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder told reporters during a morning briefing. Ryder … [Read more...]