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TRICARE logins transitioning to myAuth in 2026: What you need to know
May 11, 2026 — These days, everyone juggles multiple logins for the many services we access online. The Military Health System is making life a little easier by switching to myAuth—a simpler, more streamlined login authentication application across its online platforms... MORE

New policy to increase efficiency in military accessions
May 11, 2026 — In collaboration with Service recruiting partners, U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command implemented a policy, “Conditions Unlikely to be Waived” (CUW), effective May 4, that stops processing for applicants with one or more of 28 medical conditions designated as unlikely to be waived by Service partners... MORE

Military applicants wait to be sent to their next evaluation at Chicago MEPS. USMEPCOM's new Conditions Unlikely to be Waived (CUW) policy will focus evaluations on applicants more likely to qualify for service.

AFIMSC Warfighter Portrait: Julio Toala
May 11, 2026 — When Julio Toala hung up his Army uniform for good, his career of service didn’t end; it simply transformed... MORE

Building a fit and ready force
May 11, 2026 — Building a ready force does not happen overnight. It is shaped through consistent choices, daily discipline and the routines people build over time to stay physically and mentally prepared. Whether through organized fitness, wellness resources or simply making time to move each day, readiness is often built long before it is ever needed... MORE

Members in Air Force physical fitness attire complete sit-ups in the grass

How to run a faster 2-mile for the Air Force Physical Fitness Readiness Assessment
May 11, 2026 — The 2-mile run is the primary measure of cardiorespiratory fitness for the Air Force Physical Fitness Readiness Assessment... MORE

AETC modernizes Total Force training management with transition to TBA 2.0
May 11, 2026 — Air Education and Training Command will retire the legacy MyTraining system May 29, as part of the Department of the Air Force’s broader effort to streamline and consolidate redundant information technology systems... MORE

Air Education and Training Command will retire the legacy MyTraining system May 29, as part of the Department of the Air Force’s broader effort to streamline and consolidate redundant information technology systems.

Air Force greenlights T-7A Red Hawk for production following Milestone C
May 11, 2026 — The Air Force recently approved initial production of 14 T-7A aircraft, spares and trainers to get the next generation training capabilities into the hands of instructor pilots and students as quickly and safely as possible... MORE

JBSA selected as potential site for the Advanced Nuclear Power for Installations initiative to enhance energy resilience
May 6, 2026 — The Department of the Air Force, in conjunction with the Defense Innovation Unit, announced they have officially selected Joint Base San Antonio as a candidate to host a next-generation energy project that will enhance national security by providing a safe, resilient, and uninterrupted power supply for the installation's critical missions... MORE

MEDCoE hosts Department of War troop reinstatement
May 4, 2026 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence hosted a promotion for U.S. Army Spc. David Wilkinson, formerly an 11B Infantryman, at a ceremony March 3. Wilkinson received full relief from the Department of War, after being reinstated under the COVID-19 reinstatement program, including backpay, entitlements, benefits, constructive service credit, and promotion to specialist... MORE

U.S. Army North, Task Force 51 welcome new general officer
May 4, 2026 — Brig. Gen. Jerry E. Baird Jr. officially assumed command of Task Force 51 (TF-51) in a ceremony at the historic Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle on April 10, 2026... MORE

TF-51 welcomes Brig. Gen. Jerry E. Baird, jr

Traumatic Brain Injury Field Assessment Program could revolutionize treatment
May 4, 2026 — Team members with the Defense Health Agency's Operational Medical Systems Program Management Office routinely engage with military medical providers, industry partners and stakeholders from across the War Department to refine their product development strategies... MORE

Mission support leaders gather to ‘Shoulder the Future Together’
May 4, 2026 — More than 175 leaders from installations across the Department of the Air Force gathered in San Antonio April 28-30 at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center 2026 Mission Support Leadership Conference to discuss the trends, issues and solutions facing command teams supporting DAF’s power projection platforms... MORE

Under the theme “Shouldering the Future Together!”, the leaders focused on three critical installation and mission support priorities: people, readiness and infrastructure.

War Department's $1.5 Trillion Budget Proposal Includes Sizable Nuclear Triad Investment
May 1, 2026 — The War Department aims to modernize the U.S. nuclear triad — including air, land and sea weapons — and the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal includes ample investment to make that happen, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during testimony on Capitol Hill. ... MORE

A military bomber aircraft flies above mountains.

NAMRU San Antonio conducts usability testing of portable ozone sterilizer
May 1, 2026 — During the month of April, research engineers assigned to the Combat Casualty Care & Operational Medicine Directorate, Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio, visited with dental and veterinary science instructors to test the usability of the Rugged Ozone Sterilization System Model M1 (ROSS M1)... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO – FORT SAM HOUSTON – (April 3, 2026) – U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jason Stokes, of Fort Cambell, Ky., an instructor with the Animal Health Branch, Division of Veterinary Science, U.S. Army Medical Department Center and School, participated in a usability test of the Rugged Ozone Sterilization System Model M1 (ROSS M1). During the month of April, NAMRU San Antonio research engineers visited with dental and veterinary science instructors to test the usability of the ROSS M1. The ROSS M1 is a portable device with the capability of sterilizing medical instruments on the battlefield or in austere environments which will help in the treatment and recovery of wounded warfighters. Navy Medicine Research & Development (NMR&D) employs highly qualified medical researchers and works alongside a wide range of research and development partners to keep abreast of best practices and advances in medical knowledge on behalf of Navy Medicine to increase warfighter lethality. NAMRU San Antonio, part of NMR&D, conducts gap-driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research in support of Navy, Marine Corps and joint U.S. warfighter health readiness and lethality while engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio/Released)

Two become one: Air Force launches HRA
May 1, 2026 — The administration and personnel career fields are merging into the human resources and management career field... MORE

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AF Week in Photos
May 1, 2026 — This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force... MORE

A Tactical Air Control Party Airman with Detachment 2, 6th Combat Training Squadron, fires an M4 carbine during small arms qualification at Joint Base San Antonio–Camp Bullis, Texas, April 10, 2026. Training ensures combat readiness across firing positions and distances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Hydrick)

Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess nominated to be next US Space Force Chief of Space Operations
May 1, 2026 — If confirmed by the Senate, Schiess will become the service’s highest-ranking officer and the third Chief of Space Operations since the Space Force was established in December 2019... MORE

Official Portrait of Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess.

Personal Property Activity launches moving website
May 1, 2026 — The War Department's Personal Property Activity launches its new website, www.ppa.mil, creating a centralized digital hub designed to better support DOW personnel and industry partners as they navigate the moving process... MORE

A screenshot of a webpage that reads, “Moving Soon?” along with information about military moves.

Review TRICARE benefits for survivors
April 30, 2026 — It can be a challenge when a family member passes away. You’re dealing with not only the emotional sense of loss, but the many other details that require time, energy, and focus surrounding that loss. One of these concerns may be how your healthcare coverage may change. TRICARE wants you to know that you aren't alone. This article focuses on the benefits TRICARE offers survivors... MORE

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Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions
April 30, 2026 — The Air Force selected 1,166 active-duty officers for promotion to lieutenant colonel during the recent CY25A central selection board... MORE