June 25, 2012 By Cheryl Pellerin WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – Defense Department and International Security Assistance Force officials have condemned the brutal attack in Afghanistan on the lakeside Spozhmai Hotel west of Kabul in which terrorists killed civilians and took hostages. Marine Corps Gen. John R. Allen, ISAF commander and commander of U.S. … [Read more...]
12 Myths to Trash if You Want to Get Hired
Courtesy of USAA No matter what career you're seeking, finding employment continues to be a challenge. To improve your chances, career experts advise avoiding these common misconceptions. Myth 1: Most jobs are advertised in newspapers and online sites. Only 15% to 20% of job openings are publicly posted, reports Randall Hansen, publisher of Quintessential Careers website. … [Read more...]
Life Insurance Myths That Can Cost You
June 2012 Courtesy of USAA Life insurance is an important part of a well-rounded financial plan. But let's face it — it can also be confusing. In fact, misunderstandings about life insurance cause many people to skip the coverage altogether, putting their families at great risk for financial hardship. Here, we set the record straight on seven common myths about life … [Read more...]
Scam: Dr. General Mark Robinson
MilitarySpot.com has been notified of a user in our gallery who has been sending suspicious emails, phone calls or notices claiming to be Dr. General Mark Robinson. Please don't be fooled. This is a fraudulent post and should be viewed as such. Click Here to View Gallery Many of these scams fraudulently use the name or logo of a military related personnel as a lure to make … [Read more...]
Panetta Salutes Gay, Lesbian Service Members’ Dedicated Duty
June 15, 2012 By Cheryl Pellerin WASHINGTON (American Forces Press Service) – The pursuit of equality is fundamental to the American story, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said in a video message released today to thank gay and lesbian service members and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civilians for their dedicated service to the nation. Recognizing June as … [Read more...]