The strength and definition of a toned upper body is a highly sought after trait, but what most gym rats may not realize is there is much more to gaining upper body strength than simply being able to bench press more than the next weightlifter. True upper body power is gained from balanced overall strength; employing muscles in the back, chest, shoulders and arms. When done … [Read more...]
Obama Pays Tribute to Special Ops Member Killed During Abduction Rescue Mission
American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2012 – President Obama and Secretary Panetta paid tribute today to the special operations service member killed in the rescue of an American in eastern Afghanistan yesterday. The Taliban abducted the man Dec. 5 near the Sarobi district of Afghanistan’s Kabul province. His name is being withheld. Marine Corps Gen. … [Read more...]
Don’t Fall Victim to Internet Romance Scams Impersonating Real Soldiers
WASHINGTON --- Special Investigation Agents from the Army Command are continuing to warn people against falling victim to prey over internet scams and impersonation frauds-- especially scams promising true love, but in return, only leaving broken hearts and empty bank accounts. Criminal Investigation Command, known as CID, continues to receive hundreds of reports from people … [Read more...]
Scholarships for 2013 Opens Up for Military Children to Apply
by Tammy Reed Defense Commissary Agency 11/30/2012 - FORT LEE, Va. (AFNS) -- In 2012, the Scholarships for Military Children Program celebrated a major milestone as it reached more than $10 million in scholarships awarded to 6,742 students from around the globe. Applications for the 2013 Scholarships for Military Children Program will be available starting Dec. 3 at … [Read more...]
Edwards AFB Offering New Recruiting Program to Hire Students for Employment
by Jet Fabara 412th Test Wing Public Affairs 11/28/2012 - EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. -- Students transitioning from college into the workplace has found it to be rather challenging trying to land a job, but students are now seeing more and more opportunities after graduation with Edwards AFB's Workforce Recruiting Program. Used as a recruitment and referral program, the … [Read more...]