DECEMBER 22, 2025 - The War Department released updated pay tables for Federal Wage System employees nationwide to ensure that skilled and talented workers earn the prevailing wages they deserve, no matter where they serve. "FWS employees are essential to our operations, our readiness and our mission. They are key to U.S. dominance around the globe. With the support of … [Read more...]
Air Force Launches Strike Against ISIS in Syria
U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY (Dec. 19, 2025) A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II taxis at a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Dec. 19, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo) DECEMBER 22, 2025 - Following the attack on U.S. and partner forces last Saturday, U.S. Central Command commenced Operation Hawkeye Strike at 4 pm ET against ISIS in … [Read more...]
Agency Keeps Morale Alive With Holiday Meals
DECEMBER 22, 2025 - While Santa Claus prepares his Christmas Eve deliveries, the Defense Logistics Agency has already delivered holiday cheer in the form of meals to service members stationed around the world. "There's no question our team understands the importance of holiday meals and the tremendous impact they have on warfighter morale," said DLA Troop Support Subsistence … [Read more...]
Operation Christmas Drop Wraps Up
DECEMBER 19, 2025 - Operation Christmas Drop 2025 came to an end at Andersen Air Force Base, Dec. 14. This year marks the 74th iteration, bringing together service members from the U.S., Canada, Japan and South Korea for the Department of War’s longest-running humanitarian airlift mission. Around 270 bundles were constructed, filled and loaded onto C-130 Hercules … [Read more...]
Holistic Health, Fitness Goes to the Dogs
DECEMBER 19, 2025 — For the handlers of the 525th Military Working Dog Detachment, readiness isn’t just about the mission, it’s about maintaining the total health of their most trusted partners. Through the U.S. Army’s new Canine Holistic Health and Fitness program, the Vicenza-based detachment is redefining what it means to be mission ready, one paw at a time. The Army … [Read more...]