MAY 4, 2024 - The Manta Ray prototype uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) built by performer Northrop Grumman completed full-scale, in-water testing off the coast of Southern California in February and March 2024. Testing demonstrated at-sea hydrodynamic performance, including submerged operations using all the vehicle’s modes of propulsion and steering: buoyancy, propellers, and … [Read more...]
U.S. Heavy Icebreaker Departs for Antarctica
JANUARY 1, 2025 — The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) and crew departed Sydney, Friday, to begin their journey across the Southern Ocean en route to Antarctica in support of Operation Deep Freeze 2025. While in Sydney, the crew hosted tours aboard the Polar Star for Consul General Christine Elder and guests from the U.S. Embassy. On December 21, the Polar … [Read more...]
YEAR IN REVIEW: Army Strengthens Alliances
JANUARY 1, 2025 - As the Army prepares for large-scale, multi-domain combat on the future battlefield, the service widened the scope and scale of exercises with partner nations in 2024. The Army continued to make a difference in global security this year by initiating and maintaining strong alliances and partnerships while continuously transforming for adaptability, … [Read more...]
Surgeon General Kicks Off Annual Leadership Workshop
DECEMBER 31, 2024 - Lt. Gen. John J. DeGoes, U.S. Air Force and Space Force surgeon general, and Chief Master Sgt. James Woods, Medical Enlisted Force and Enlisted Corps chief, kicked off the annual four-day Senior Leadership Workshop on Dec. 3. This year’s theme was: “The Air Force Medical Service at 75 … Mission Ready, Operationally Relevant!” DeGoes and Woods highlighted … [Read more...]
Navy, Army Recognize Walter Reed Pharmacists
DECEMBER 31, 2024 - The Navy and Army recently recognized two Walter Reed pharmacists with awards in annual competitions that include nominations from agencies throughout each service. Dr. Elena Vagichev earned the 2024 Navy Civilian Pharmacist of the Year Award, while Dr. Kelli Bankard earned the 2024 Army LaFleur Rx Educator Award. They received their awards during the … [Read more...]