U.S. Marine Corps Col. Christopher Winn, assistant chief of staff, G-5 Plans Division, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, delivers opening comments at the 2025 Philippine Marine Corps-MARFORPAC Marine-to-Marine Staff Talks at Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Feb. 4, 2025. The three-day talks provided a forum to improve coordination of bilateral exercises and operations while … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2025
Drone Defense Uses AI with High Energy Lasers
FEBRUARY 13, 2025 - Lasers enable the U.S. Navy to fight at the speed of light. Armed with artificial intelligence (AI), ship defensive laser systems can make rapid, accurate targeting assessments necessary for today’s complex and fast-paced operating environment where drones have become an increasing threat. To counter the rapidly mounting threats posed by the proliferation … [Read more...]
Crew Chiefs Launch the Mission
U.S. Air Force Capt. Julian Flores, 494th Fighter Squadron F-15E Strike Eagle pilot, conducts pre-flight inspections at RAF Lakenheath, England, Feb. 11, 2025. Before each flight, pilots and crew chiefs conduct thorough pre-flight checks, discussing any maintenance concerns and verifying aircraft functionality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexander … [Read more...]
Air Force Cancels All DEI and Gender Ideology Awards
FEBRUARY 13, 2025 - The Department of the Air Force released the memorandum DEI and Gender Ideology Awards Guidance, directing Offices of Primary Responsibility to discontinue all Department of the Air Force diversity, equity, and inclusion awards for individuals, teams, and units, including but not limited to Diversity and Inclusion Innovation Awards and any awards directly … [Read more...]
Army Prepares to Celebrate Its 250th Birthday
FEBRUARY 13, 2025 — The U.S. Army will celebrate its 250th birthday on June 14, 2025, commemorating the Army's distinguished service to our nation. The central theme for this year’s celebration is “This We’ll Defend.” “As we prepare for our future, we also reflect on our past,” said Gen. Randy George, Chief of Staff of the Army. “‘This we’ll defend’ was first used as a … [Read more...]