JUNE 4, 2025 - The America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7) departed Naval Base San Diego May 19 to forward deploy to Sasebo, Japan, as part of a scheduled rotation of forces in the Pacific. The Tripoli will replace the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6), which will depart Sasebo and move to San Diego. “The Tripoli is ready to defend U.S. … [Read more...]
Coast Guard Supports Sail Grand Prix 2025
JUNE 4, 2025 — The Coast Guard is scheduled to enforce an exclusion zone established under a temporary special local regulation in New York Harbor from Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8, in support of Sail Grand Prix 2025. Sail Grand Prix (Sail GP) is scheduled to bring 12 international teams to Upper New York Bay to compete in close-to-shore racing with F50 … [Read more...]
AFN Brings FM Radio to U.S. Forces in Japan
JUNE 4, 2025 - The American Forces Network is achieving the long-sought goal of bringing FM radio to Sasebo, Japan. The new FM AFN broadcast capability will be a major addition to U.S. forces in Japan and local communities at Sasebo. AFN Sasebo FM 93.1 is officially sanctioned at 1600, June 4, Japan Standard Time. "Standing up a new FM frequency had not been done before by … [Read more...]
Your TRICARE Checklist for Moving
JUNE 4, 2025 - Are you preparing to move to a new location? Now is the best time to make sure your TRICARE benefits are ready to move with you. “You can use TRICARE wherever you live, but there are actions you can take to help avoid interruptions to your health care and TRICARE benefits,” said Dr. Danita Hunter, chief, TRICARE Health Plan Policy & Programs Branch, at the … [Read more...]
Army Already Meets 2025 Recruiting Goals
JUNE 4, 2025 — The U.S. Army has successfully met its fiscal year 2025 recruiting goals for active duty, signing contracts with more than 61,000 future Soldiers – a full four months before the end of the fiscal year. This achievement represents a significant turning point for the Army and indicates a renewed sense of patriotism and purpose among America’s youth. This … [Read more...]