JULY 9, 2025 - The U.S. Air Force recently demonstrated a major leap in human-machine teaming, flying autonomous collaborative platforms, alongside crewed fighter aircraft during a training event at Eglin Air Force Base. Pilots operating an F-16C Fighting Falcon and an F-15E Strike Eagle each controlled two XQ-58A Valkyrie aircraft in an air combat training scenario, showcasing … [Read more...]
NEXCOM Mobilizes for Navy’s 250th Celebration
JULY 9, 2025 - As the U.S. Navy prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, the Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) is all hands on deck to help sailors, their families and the wider Navy community join in the celebration. From commemorative merchandise to large-scale event support, NEXCOM is in high gear, honoring 250 years of naval heritage and excellence. “The Navy’s 250th … [Read more...]
Directed Energy Weapons Used for Border Security
JULY 9, 2025 - As the United States faces increasingly complex security challenges at its borders and ports of entry, the need for effective, scalable, and safe enforcement tools has never been greater. The Joint Intermediate Force Capabilities Office (JIFCO) resources the development and champions the deployment of non-lethal technologies that provide U.S. personnel with more … [Read more...]
USDA Program Ties Food Security to National Defense
JULY 9, 2025 - The Department of Agriculture announced a new governmentwide, multiprong effort focused on ensuring America's ability to secure its own food supply, in part by eliminating interference from adversarial nations. But the National Farm Security Action Plan isn't just about food or farms. The Defense Department benefits as well. Agriculture Secretary Brooke … [Read more...]
Army Updates Facial Hair Policy
JULY 8, 2025 - The U.S. Army is updating its facial hair grooming policy in an Army Directive that resulted from a force-wide review of military standards. The update reinforces the Army’s long-standing policy that all Soldiers must be clean-shaven when in uniform or civilian clothes while on duty, with temporary exemptions for medical reasons and permanent exemptions for … [Read more...]