JULY 23, 2026 - Virginia-class attack submarine USS Oregon (SSN 793) arrived at His Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde in Faslane, Scotland, for a scheduled port visit, July 20, 2026. The visit is part of the submarine’s routine deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. While in Faslane, the submarine will conduct routine maintenance and replenish essential … [Read more...]
Navy Announces 2026 Science and Technology Strategy
JULY 23, 2026 - The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has released its new Science and Technology (S&T) Strategy, which serves as a roadmap for the future to meet complex challenges facing the Department of the Navy and broader Department of War. The strategy can be viewed here. Recognizing an era of heightened strategic competition, rapid and relentless technological … [Read more...]
Guard Publishes AI Guidance for Public Affairs
JULY 23, 2026 – A new policy providing guidance on the use of artificial intelligence was announced in a memorandum published by National Guard Bureau on July 20. Military personnel, civilian employees, and contractors supporting the National Guard Bureau Directorate of Public Affairs Strategic Communications are advised that they may use AI to support PA activities. The … [Read more...]
Wargame Helps Shape Future of Space Force Battle
JULY 23, 2026 — Military planners, operators and subject matter experts from across the joint force joined Space Training and Readiness Command’s wargaming experts recently to improve how they defend the space domain. Chalkydri IV, a battle management wargame, linked Space Delta 10 and its 10th Force Development Squadron with players from across the War Department for more … [Read more...]
W. Va. Guard Initiates Flood Response Operations
JULY 23, 2026 — The West Virginia National Guard, under the direction of Gov. Patrick Morrisey, was activated July 21 to provide support to communities impacted by severe flooding across the state. The most significant impacts have been reported in Upshur, Pleasants and Lewis counties, with the governor declaring a state of emergency across all 55 counties. Guard liaison … [Read more...]