JUNE 16, 2026 - Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna and his spouse, Cathy Bentivegna, visited military installations across Okinawa, June 12, 2026. The visit provided an opportunity to gain firsthand insight into how space-enabled capabilities support regional readiness, strengthen partnerships with allies and partners, and enhance the joint force's ability … [Read more...]
Army Cuts Rifling in Cannon Bore
JUNE 16, 2026 - Cannon engineers here used literal cutting-edge technology to cut rifled grooves in the bore of a 155mm M284 cannon barrel, leaving barrel conditions optimal for achieving a long-desired goal: bonding protective coatings to the hard steel. The achievement was part of a manufacturing technology demonstration on March 13 of electrochemical machining – or ECM – … [Read more...]
Navy Authorizes Premium Pay for Civil Service Mariners
JUNE 16, 2026 – Recognizing the indispensable role and daily dangers faced by Civil Service Mariners (CIVMARs), the U.S. Navy has officially designated several key maritime regions as hazard areas, authorizing premium pay when operating in these dangerous waters. The designation serves as a direct acknowledgment of the significant risks these mariners shoulder to support … [Read more...]
34 Students Graduate from Naval Test Pilot School
JUNE 16, 2026 - The U.S. Naval Test Pilot School (USNTPS) graduated its Class 168 during a ceremony near Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland on June 12. Retired Navy Capt. Reid Wiseman, a USNTPS graduate who serves as a NASA astronaut and Artemis II mission commander, delivered the graduation ceremony's keynote address. “When NASA wants to do something for the … [Read more...]
Hegseth, Italian Counterpart Meet at Pentagon
JUNE 16, 2026 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth hosted Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto during a bilateral engagement yesterday at the Pentagon. At the meeting's outset, Hegseth expressed appreciation for Italy's growing defense leadership in Europe. "We're especially grateful for the steadfast support your government and the Italian people show in hosting U.S. … [Read more...]