USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10) crew members observe an Australian-owned cruise ship that requested assistance, Jan. 17, 2026, during support to the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Operation Deep Freeze 2026. The U.S. National Science Foundation is the U.S. Government agency that promotes the progress of science, funds and manages the Antarctic Program. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by … [Read more...]
Innovating the Future of Mobile Satellite Communications
JANUARY 25, 2026 — Innovation is the process of turning limitations into opportunities. When existing equipment failed to meet operational demands, U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force, used ingenuity, technical skill, and mission-first thinking to develop a custom StarShield Satellite mount for Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, increasing … [Read more...]
Military’s Role in America’s 150th Birthday Celebration
JANUARY 24, 2026 - Since 1826, the nation has marked its 50-year milestones with semicentennial celebrations on Independence Day. This year, the United States' 250th birthday, will be its fifth semicentennial jubilee. The third such celebration took place July 4, 1926, in Philadelphia, with a second exhibition, the first being the 1876 Centennial Exposition, also in the … [Read more...]
BOSS Leadership Empowers Soldiers
JANUARY 23, 2026 – As people are getting seated and beverages are being poured there is an individual marching through the crowd to the sound of the performers. He flows through the crowd with purpose, an iconic trait of Army leadership. As he makes his rounds, he ensures everyone is having a good time. Spc. Malcom Clark, the U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan-Casey Better … [Read more...]
Guardians Selected for Regional Space Advisor Program
JANUARY 23, 2026 - The United States Space Force recently completed its first Regional Space Advisor selection board, held Oct. 14-17, 2025. The board reviewed officers in the grades of O-3 to O-5 fit to be Regional Space Advisors, Guardian leaders deliberately developed to enhance USSF capabilities, evolve and expand partnerships to strengthen relationships, secure common … [Read more...]