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The president signed an executive order last week that changes how some crimes - including sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse and murder - are handled within the military justice system. The executive order makes changes to the Manual for Courts-Martial. The changes, among other things, move responsibility for the handling
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BRISBANE, Australia - Technology by definition is the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry. With a force of more than 1.4 million service members, not including Reserve and National Guard component service members, Dr. Nathan Fisher says the U.S. Department of Defense is always looking years ahead
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SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. - Hundreds of squadron commanders and their spouses throughout Air Mobility Command will now be awarded with a digital badge following graduation from the AMC Squadron Leadership Course at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. After attending approximately 40 hours of training, attendees leave the class with
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WASHINGTON - The Department of Veterans Affairs announced Tuesday that it will conduct a scientific review to determine whether there is a relationship between three conditions - acute leukemias, chronic leukemias, and multiple myeloma outside of the head and neck - and toxic exposures for service members who deployed to
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - It's a bird, it's a plane. No wait, it's just the new Defense Logistics Agency - Energy's aboveground fuel storage tanks being put into place. There are two new fuel stations coming to Joint Base Lewis-McChord with fuel storage tanks that experts believe will be better
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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The Army is prioritizing People First by improving the Army's culture and quality of life, including upgrades in housing, barracks, childcare, and spouse employment. However, healthcare may be one of the most important aspects to warfighters readiness and the U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center's (Huntsville Center) Medical
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As part of continued modernization efforts from VA, veterans can now file supplemental claims online at VA.gov. Filing a supplemental claim is an option for veterans who disagree with a previously denied claim decision regarding VA disability compensation or pension benefits. This new functionality enhances the veteran digital experience while delivering
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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - With additional support from Congress on several pending reprogramming requests, the Air Force will restore funding to most military personnel programs that were suspended or closed last week. The Air Force will restore the Selective Retention Bonuses and the Aviation Bonus program beginning this week. Additionally, beginning this
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YAKIMA TRAINING CENTER - The rhythmic beating of rotor blades echoes through the air long before the UH-60L Black Hawk emerges on the horizon. Painted in a distinctive green hue with red medical crosses decorating its belly and sides, the aircraft descends to a hover, prompting a sigh of relief from
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The Quality of Life (QL+) Program is seeking veterans with disabilities who would benefit from having custom specialized devices built for them to help with their active lifestyle or simply to enhance their everyday life. The QL+ program has helped everyone from Paralympic athletes to veterans looking to improve their ability
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WASHINGTON (AFNS) - The Justice Department announced July 14 that it has issued a letter to all state licensing authorities about new employment-related federal protections for military families. The letter informs state licensing authorities about Congress's recent amendment to the Service members Civil Relief Act that allows service members and
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U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Cassidy Pickrell, a C-17 pilot deployed from the 313th Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, accepts a replica A-10 bullet from Col. Mike Leonas, the 64th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, July 12, 2023, at Chiclayo, Peru. Leonas recognized Pickrell for making the first landing as
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Nestled in the heart of Puget Sound, just a short ferry ride from Point Defiance, lies the serene and picturesque Vashon Island. Known for its rustic charm, artistic community, and natural beauty, Vashon Island offers a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its stunning landscapes,
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The Joint Base Lewis-McChord recent air show raised both excitement and controversy. The event featured thrilling displays of tactical military jets, high-performance sports cars, and models dancing on stage in revealing red, white, and blue bikinis. Pictures and videos of the event flooded Instagram, showcasing the models posing on runways in
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JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - More than 80,000 people attended the Joint Base Lewis-McChord Airshow & Warrior Expo on McChord Field July 15-16 and took in a large variety of military vehicle displays and breathtaking aerial maneuvers. The airshow featured the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds as the marque performer for JBLM's
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"What I love about having people from the military who come and play football is that they have that drive and respect for the game," said Cydni Butz-Houghton, Head Coach for the Seattle Majestics football team. The Seattle Majestics is an amateur football team competing in the Women's National Football Conference
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VA is now providing more care and more benefits to more veterans than ever before, and in order to continue serving veterans at this historic rate, we are hiring additional staff across the country. We are also implementing new hiring and retention authorities to grow and maintain a diverse, talented
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If you have been exposed to a toxic substance during your military service, you may be eligible for VA benefits, even if you have been turned down in the past. You must apply by Aug. 9, 2023, to possibly have your benefits backdated to Aug. 10, 2022, if approved. Join VA
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CAMP MURRAY - After a year in Poland, supporting the State Partnership Program in the Kingdom of Thailand and responding to multiple state missions, the Guard members from 3rd Battalion, 161st Infantry Regiment, could have gone easy this annual training. However, that isn't the "Dark Rifle" way. "We planned and executed a
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Summer is officially upon us, and for some that means hitting the beach or going on a dream vacation to Europe. But if you would rather put on your hiking boots than have your feet in the sand or gaze at the mountainside instead of the streets of Monte Carlo,
