Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John F. Bentivegna, bottom right, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee Quality of Life Panel on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., Jan. 31, 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich) FEBRUARY 2, 2024 - The highest-ranking enlisted leaders across the Department of Defense told Congress Jan. 31 that ensuring sufficient … [Read more...]
Archives for 2024
U.S. Can Respond to Cyber Threat Posed by China
FEBRUARY 2, 2024 - The cyber challenge posed by China is unlike any challenge ever faced by the U.S. and its allies, said the commander of United States Cyber Command. Speaking Wednesday before the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone told lawmakers that cyber actors in China have used malware to hold at risk critical U.S. … [Read more...]
Wing Operates in Iteration of Exercise Bamboo Eagle
An F-22 Raptor assigned to the 525th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, takes off in support of Exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-1 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 25, 2024. Approximately 3,000 U.S. service members across four branches are expected to fly, maintain and support more than 150 aircraft from 24 units in more than 10 locations … [Read more...]
The Impact of Military Service on Vision Health
— And What Veterans Can Do to Care for Their Eyes FEBRUARY 3, 2024 - Due to exposure to stressful and risky situations, military personnel and veterans face a significant number of health challenges. For example, a previous post highlights how the military transition to civilian life can impact mental health as personnel confront changes in their roles and every aspect of … [Read more...]
Austin Lauds Strength of U.S.-U.K. Relationship
FEBRUARY 2, 2024 - Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps yesterday underscored the U.S. and United Kingdom's shared commitment to upholding global peace and security as the two leaders met to discuss a range of security issues. Austin said the U.S.-U.K alliance remains central as both countries work together to address the … [Read more...]