JANUARY 4, 2017, WASHINGTON, By Sean Kimmons - The Army has enlisted the help of personal finance expert Suze Orman to educate Soldiers and their families on money matters so they don't fall victim to predatory loans, mounting credit card debt and other financial issues. Orman, a best-selling author and television personality, plans to offer her services free of charge to … [Read more...]
Affordable Care Act Mandates Reporting Minimum Essential Health Care Coverage
Jan. 5, 2017, By Amaani Lyle - As tax season approaches, Defense Department civilians, military members, nonappropriated funds employees and their families will need to validate their minimum essential health care coverage as reported to the Internal Revenue Service, the Pentagon’s top health official said in a phone interview Dec. 23, 2016. Dr. Karen S. Guice, the principal … [Read more...]
Army Engineers Demonstrate New System for On-Demand 3-D-Printed Unmanned Aircraft
JANUARY 5, 2017, ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - In December, engineers from the Army Research Laboratory flight tested 3-D-printed unmanned aircraft created with a new on-demand system. The demonstration, which was part of the Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiments, or AEWE, at Fort Benning, Georgia, showcased new technology designed to provide Soldiers in the field with … [Read more...]
New Synthetic Tie Downs and Winch Cables Saves AF Millions
JANUARY 5, 2017, JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. (AFNS) - An operational evaluation of new synthetic tie downs and winch cables for the C-17 Globemaster III took place here in November 2016. Tie downs are ropes, cords, straps or chains that secure items during airlift operations; winch cables help adjust the tension on tie downs, securing the load. These prototypes were … [Read more...]
Steps to Take to Protect Your Family While Deployed
January 5, 2017, by Rachael Murphey - Deployment is an emotional rollercoaster at the best of times. Fear, excitement, stress, loneliness, and concern for loved ones at home flood through you and frequently remain with you throughout the tour. It can be downright impossible to focus on the job without knowing that your spouse and children are protected in the home. To help … [Read more...]