MARCH 6, 2026 – In a powerful display of the enduring alliance between Germany and the United States, approximately 400 U.S. service members gathered to test their military skills and physical prowess in the 2026 German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition. The demanding five-day event, held from February 23-27 as a highlight of the German American Friendship Day … [Read more...]
Hegseth Promotes Regional Border Security
MARCH 6, 2026 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth underscored the importance of strong, regional border security today during the inaugural Americas Counter Cartel Conference at U.S. Southern Command headquarters in Doral, Florida. The operational conference brought together regional defense and security leaders from the Caribbean, Central America and South America to achieve … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Improving Amphibious Warfare Ship Availability
MARCH 6, 2026 - The Marine Corps is the nation's global response force, said Marine Corps Gen. Bradford J. Gering, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, who, along with other service leaders, testified yesterday at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing in Washington on joint force readiness. The Marine Corps' traditional role as a crisis response force is embodied by … [Read more...]
How TRICARE Can Help You Screen for Cancer
MARCH 6, 2026 - Did you know that it’s possible to detect some types of cancer before you show any signs or symptoms? Getting preventive screening tests makes this possible. “Screening tests are a powerful tool for taking care of your health — If you have cancer, finding it early can help make it easier to treat,” said Jeannine Pickrell, MS, RN, director, Population Health, … [Read more...]
Air Force Ready for All Warfighting Challenges
MARCH 6, 2026 - The Air Force's lethality depends on the professionalism of airmen and the capability of their equipment, said Air Force Gen. John D. Lamontagne, Air Force vice chief of staff, who testified yesterday at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on joint force readiness in Washington. "Airmen are our most precious resource. The active-duty, Air National … [Read more...]