MARCH 20, 2026 - U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked U.S. 7th Fleet departed Manila, Philippines following a planned port visit March 16-20, 2026. During the visit, U.S. 7th Fleet and Blue Ridge hosted U.S. and Philippine military and government distinguished visitors aboard the U.S. Navy’s oldest operational warship. U.S. Embassy of Philippines … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Offloads Over $49.3 Million in Illicit Drugs
MARCH 20, 2026 – U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Forward’s crew offloaded approximately 6,570 pounds of cocaine worth more than $49.3 million at Port Everglades, Thursday. The seized contraband was the result of two interdictions in the international waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean. On Feb. 7, a maritime patrol aircraft located a suspicious vessel, and Coast Guard Cutter … [Read more...]
Army Reminds Community to Remain Vigilant
MARCH 20, 2026 – Being a part of the largest population of U.S. citizens outside the continental United States means facing unique challenges and threats. Terrorism is the most notable of those threats, requiring vigilance and awareness from all members of the total force community to make sure no threats are ever carried out. Emily Roemer, Antiterrorism Officer with U.S. … [Read more...]
Nuclear Triad Must Be Upgraded to Meet Dual Threat
MARCH 20, 2026 - With soon to be two near-peer nuclear-armed competitors to deter, the U.S. must upgrade its nuclear forces, which serve as a backdrop to conventional capabilities that must also be robust, War Department leaders told lawmakers March 17. "U.S. strategy is at a critical inflection point," said Robert Kadlec, assistant secretary of war for nuclear deterrence, … [Read more...]
377 Airmen Discharged for Declining COVID Shot
MARCH 20, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force recently conducted a proactive review and upgrade of personnel records, identifying 377 who were involuntarily discharged solely for declining the COVID-19 vaccination. This effort ensured individuals who met the eligibility requirements now receive the full amount of post-service benefits, such as a VA home loan and the … [Read more...]