JULY 25, 2025 - Years of shrinking fleet size, diminished shipbuilding capacity and on-time repair delivery are persistent challenges for the Navy and the nation, said Navy Adm. Daryl L. Caudle, who spoke today at a Senate Armed Services Committee nomination hearing for his reappointment to admiral and to become chief of naval operations. "As China continues to grow its … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2025
Yuma’s Rugged Terrain Great for Testing Armored Vehicles
JULY 25, 2025 - U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) is at the forefront of the Army’s current transformation efforts. One important aspect of Army transformation involves mobility, and approximately 200 miles of surveyed road courses at U.S. Army Yuma Test Center (YTC) are being utilized to put the next generation of vehicles through their paces. YTC ‘s rugged conditions … [Read more...]
Cyber Scholars Defend the Nation’s Digital Frontlines
JULY 25, 2025 - Fifty top university and college cyber scholars from nearly 30 states and U.S. territories gathered at George Washington University's Science and Engineering Hall for the Defense Department Cyber Service Academy boot camp, July 21-22, 2025. The event served as a two-day orientation for students selected through the highly competitive DOD CSA scholarship … [Read more...]
Know How To Access TRICARE Portals
JULY 25, 2025 - Whether you need to make an appointment, check a claim, or download forms, knowing where to log in can make using your TRICARE benefits easier. Today’s Military Health System relies on multiple online platforms—each with a specific purpose. Understanding them, and how they’re evolving, can help you make the most of your health coverage. Keep in mind: TRICARE … [Read more...]
When Missiles Fly, We Fire Back
JULY 25, 2025 – Operating out of Kadena Air Base, the 1-1 Air Defense Artillery commands four Mobile Interceptor Missile-104 Patriot missile batteries, rotating and deploying them across the region when needed while maintaining a constant aerial defense presence on Okinawa. These Soldiers stand ready to defend against any aerial strike that threatens U.S. forces or allied … [Read more...]