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Air Force designates Northrop Grumman’s Talon prototype as YFQ-48A
December 29, 2025 — The U.S. Air Force announces the designation of YFQ-48A as the Mission Design Series for Northrop Grumman’s Project Talon, a semi-autonomous prototype aircraft. This designation marks a key step forward in the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, underscoring the Air Force’s commitment to rapidly delivering next-generation capabilities that meet the urgent and evolving needs of the warfighter... MORE

A promise fulfilled: A story of service, legacy and love
December 29, 2025 — U.S. Space Force 2nd Lt. Kimo Martinez, who survived the 2016 Brussels Airport bombing, tells his profound story of recovery and his journey to becoming an officer in the United States Space Force... MORE

Cadet Kimo Martinez is pinned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Space Force during Air Force ROTC Detachment 825’s winter 2025 commissioning ceremony at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, Texas, on Dec. 21, 2025.

Getting married? Here’s what you need to know about your TRICARE benefit
December 29, 2025 — Getting married is an exciting milestone in your life! It’s also a time when many changes come along, including changes to your health coverage. Whether you’re a service member, a retiree, or marrying someone who is, it’s important to understand how marriage can affect your TRICARE eligibility and coverage... MORE

Woman in a wedding dress puts a ring on a man's hand

AETC medical groups second phase of AFMEDCOM transition
December 29, 2025 — The Air Force moved all remaining Air Education and Training Command medical groups into the newly formed Air Force Medical Command as part of the second phase of the Air Force Medical Service’s restructure, effective Dec. 2... MORE

The 59th Medical Wing transitions from Air Education and Training Command to Air Force Medical Command on Sept. 9, 2025.

Air National Guard touts key changes after record-setting recruitment year
December 29, 2025 — The Air National Guard's most successful recruiting year, with nearly 12,000 new members in fiscal year 2025, coincides with a major restructuring of its operations to better support recruiters and adapt to a dynamic environment... MORE

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth poses for a photo with troops at the Department of War’s Recruiting Excellence Forum at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., Dec. 18, 2025.

War Department ensures valuable Federal Wage System employees earn prevailing wages
December 29, 2025 — The War Department released updated pay tables for Federal Wage System employees nationwide to ensure that skilled and talented workers earn the prevailing wages they deserve, no matter where they serve. ... MORE

A man wearing casual attire and a visor stands atop a metal surface inside an aircraft hangar and uses a handheld vacuum inside an aircraft’s opening.

2025 marks historic year for Guard members
December 29, 2025 — For many Guard members, 2025 was a busy year. Soldiers and Airmen deployed overseas. They took part in missions along the southern border. Teams responded to natural disasters and other emergencies at home, and continued tough, challenging training to remain ready for missions yet to come, all working toward achieving peace through strength... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josh Lapooh, a special warfare tactical air control party Airman assigned to the 124th Air Support Operations Squadron, Idaho Air National Guard, trains on close air support operations at Saylor Creek Bombing Range, Idaho, Dec. 16, 2025.

DAF Trademark Licensing program delivers $510K to support MWR programs
December 23, 2025 — The Air Force Services Center recently received more than a half million dollars from the Department of the Air Force’s Trademark Licensing program to support DAF Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs... MORE

NORAD ready to track Santa's flight for 70th anniversary year
December 19, 2025 — The North American Aerospace Defense Command is ready to track Santa on Dec. 24 and is celebrating the program’s 70th anniversary. NORAD monitors and defends North American airspace 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. On Dec. 24, NORAD has one additional mission: tracking Santa Claus as he makes his way across the globe, delivering presents to children. The NORAD Tracks Santa website (www.noradsanta.org) launched on Dec. 1... MORE

MEDCoE holds 2025 Best Medic Competition, names top team
December 19, 2025 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence announced the winners and concluded the 2025 Best Medic Competition with an awards ceremony on Dec. 4, 2025, at Blesse Auditorium... MORE

TRICARE Dental Program orthodontic coverage: What you need to know
December 19, 2025 — Do you or your child need braces? Do you wonder if the TRICARE Dental Program covers orthodontic care? Here’s what you need to know about getting straighter teeth through the TRICARE Dental Program. ... MORE

Dentist uses dental equipment on a patient in a white room

Just in time for Christmas, nation gifts service members $1,776 'Warrior Dividend'
December 19, 2025 — President Donald J. Trump announced Dec. 17 that nearly 1.5 million service members would receive a $1,776 bonus to both thank them for their military service and to commemorate the 250 years the U.S. military has been defending the nation... MORE

Soldiers assigned to the 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Utah National Guard, look over the area of operations during Exercise Hydra at the Utah Test and Training Range, May 8, 2025. The exercise serves to prepare participants to respond decisively to complex threats across all domains. (Photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Danny Whitlock)

SHEF competition turns up the heat on Air Force culinary pros
December 19, 2025 — Airmen from 11 Department of the Air Force dining facilities went head-to-head in the second annual Salute Hospitality Epicurean Faceoff culinary battle Dec. 3 at the San Antonio Culinary Institute of America.  ... MORE

BAMC provides comprehensive care for military, civilian patients
December 17, 2025 — Brooke Army Medical Center provides emergent and rehabilitative services for San Antonio and the south Texas community to ensure patients receive safe, quality care... MORE

Holiday hours around Joint Base San Antonio
December 16, 2025 — The holiday season is here and some facilities around Joint Base San Antonio will have modified hours... MORE

DAF updates medical shaving profile guidance to align with Secretary of War grooming policy
December 16, 2025 — The Department of the Air Force updated its medical guidance for shaving profiles to align with the Secretary of War’s grooming standards... MORE

War Department reevaluates discharge characterizations for COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal
December 16, 2025 — For service members involuntarily discharged solely for refusing to take the COVID-19 vaccine, the War Department has ordered a reevaluation of their discharge status to see who might be eligible for an upgrade to an honorable discharge... MORE

A close-up view of the bottom of a mock service member's separation from DD-214 is shown with the word "honorable" written in the characterization of service block.

Army to launch major update to Recovery Care Program
December 16, 2025 — The Army is preparing to roll out a major update to the Army Recovery Care Program, or ARCP, reshaping how the service supports wounded, ill and injured Soldiers in a way leaders say reflects today’s medical needs while preserving the promise of high-quality care... MORE

Army launches initiative to modernize garrison food service
December 15, 2025 — The U.S. Army launched the Dining Excellence Initiative, or DINEX, on Dec. 10, 2025, to modernize food service operations across Army training installations... MORE

MICC leaders host 1st Quarter FY26 town hall
December 15, 2025 — The Mission and Installation Contracting Command hosted its 1st Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 town hall Dec. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, bringing together more than 60 key leaders in person and nearly 800 employees virtually via Microsoft Teams... MORE