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Air University, AETC leaders discuss warfighter development, operational learning
July 17, 2026 — Air University hosted Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training Command, at Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, from June 3-4 for discussions on professional military education modernization, leader development and operational learning across the Department of the Air Force... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jocelyn Schermerhorn,
commander of Air War College and Lt. Gen. Clark J.
Quinn, commander of Air Education and Training
Command, and other leaders talk about an
overview of the curriculum changes of AWC at
Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, June 3, 2026

AF Week in Photos
July 17, 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 B-2 Spirit assigned to the 509th Bomb Wing and an F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron participate in a live-fire sinking exercise during Valiant Shield 2026 over the Philippine Sea, June 27, 2026. The exercise demonstrated the joint force’s ability to integrate multi-domain capabilities with allies across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Blake Wiles)

U.S. Army North cases colors, legacy of 80 years of homeland defense transitions to new era
July 17, 2026 — In a ceremony that honored decades of homeland defense while looking toward a hemispheric future, United States Army North cased its colors July 15 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, marking the historic inactivation of a command that has guarded the nation for more than 80 years... MORE

Air Force releases field grade officer promotions
July 17, 2026 — The Air Force selected 2,447 active-duty officers for promotion to major during the P0426A Central Selection Board (LAF A/N/I/C/F, Chaplain, and Judge Advocate General categories)... MORE

AI-Powered chatbot helps streamline Army recruiting
July 17, 2026 — To help Army recruiters get information fast, enabling them to do their jobs at speed and with more authoritative resources, the Army developed Staff Sgt. Star, an artificial intelligence-powered chatbot... MORE

A group of men and women stand on a field in formation while reciting the oath of enlistment in front of a woman in a military dress uniform.

DHA official says TRICARE Pharmacy ensuring essential medication delivery worldwide
July 17, 2026 — The War Department delivers one of the most comprehensive health benefits, through TRICARE, including an exceptional prescription drug benefit program, said David J. Smith, Defense Health Agency deputy director, during a hearing in Washington... MORE

A man wearing a suit seated at a table speaks into a microphone.

PRESS RELEASE: JBSA Officials Identify Victim of Flash Flood
July 16, 2026 — Joint Base San Antonio officials confirm that Dr. Kenneth Stuart, 76, died during an incident on base shortly after midnight last Saturday. Next of kin has been notified. ... MORE

Space Force releases S5-S7 promotions
July 16, 2026 — Space Force officials have selected: 405 Specialist 4s for promotion to Sergeant, 242 Sergeants for promotion to Technical Sergeant, and 196 Technical Sergeants for promotion to Master Sergeant during the USSF 2026 Mega Board. ... MORE

Early OT flying brings T-7A closer to operational use
July 16, 2026 — The 412th Test Wing and the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center’s Detachment 5 flew the first joint sortie in a T-7A Red Hawk at Edwards Air Force Base. This flight positions the Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force to begin combined developmental and operational test flights, ultimately accelerating capability for the warfighter... MORE

Maj. Kevin Ueunten, T-7A test director, AFOTEC Det 5, climbs into the cockpit of a T-7A Red Hawk at Edwards Air Force Base, CA on June 25, 2026. This marked the first joint test sortie with both developmental and operational test aircrew. The milestone positions the Airpower Foundations Combined Test Force at Edwards to begin combined developmental and operational test flights, ultimately accelerating capability for the warfighter. (Air Force photo by Christian Raterman)

Trump announces $10B investment in defense industry
July 16, 2026 — President Donald J. Trump announced that the War Department will be investing roughly $10 billion in materiel production while in support of more than 4,000 defense industry jobs across Pennsylvania... MORE

A man in a suit speaks into a microphone while seated at a table that has the presidential seal in front of it.

Make the most of your TRICARE Pharmacy Program benefit: How to use Q-Anywhere at military pharmacies
July 16, 2026 — Have you recently filled a prescription at a military pharmacy? If so, you may know that military pharmacies have different procedures than civilian pharmacies. When a provider issues a new prescription to a military pharmacy, you need to activate the prescription before a pharmacist fills it. Recently, the Defense Health Agency updated its Q-Anywhere feature to make this prescription pickup process easier and more convenient... MORE

Service member reaches toward shelves in a military pharmacy

59MDW/ST, BAMC collaborate with HJF to award 2026 CSION fellowships
July 16, 2026 — The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine has partnered with the Air Force’s 59th Medical Wing Office of the Chief Scientist, Science & Technology and the Brooke Army Medical Center Department of Clinical Investigation to provide gifted funding for the Clinician Scientist Investigator Opportunity Network seedling proposal program... MORE

59th Medical Wing partners with BioMedSA to accelerate medical technology commercialization
July 16, 2026 — The 59th Medical Wing, Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, recently executed a new partnership agreement with BioMedSA to advance medical science and technology. This collaboration utilizes a partnership intermediary agreement to bridge the gap between military medical research and commercial healthcare solutions, facilitating joint activities with educational institutions and small businesses... MORE

Space Force launches Initial Enlisted Bonus Pilot Program to maximize readiness, return on investment
July 14, 2026 — The United States Space Force has announced implementation of a temporary Initial Enlistment Bonus Pilot Program, offering a $25,000 bonus to incoming enlisted Guardians who commit to an eight-year active-duty contract... MORE

From wagons to air ambulances: Medevac keeps the fight alive
July 14, 2026 — Safely transporting injured service members from the battlefield has always been a challenge, but tools, technology — and the people behind them — have enhanced the medical evacuation process to save warfighters. ... MORE

Service members gain hands-on vehicle maintenance skills at JBSA-Lackland
July 14, 2026 — Service members took part in a vehicle maintenance workshop at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Auto Hobby Shop recently, learning practical skills to help maintain reliable transportation for work, family responsibilities and daily mission demands... MORE

Application window open for Army's three-year Harding Fellowship Program
July 14, 2026 — The Army is accepting applications for a highly competitive, three-year broadening opportunity aimed at connecting tactical leaders with strategic military communication. Active duty captains, master sergeants, and chief warrant officers 4 have until Aug. 15 to apply. ... MORE

CSAF Letter to the Force on Standards
July 14, 2026 — Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach released a letter to Airmen on standards... MORE

War Department changes Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification requirements
July 14, 2026 — The War Department announced the suspension of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification phase two requirements, initially scheduled to take effect in November, and launched a comprehensive review of the entire CMMC program... MORE

A woman in business attire signs a document while sitting at a table as a man in similar attire sits next to her; behind them is an American flag.

Army modernizes Direct Commissioning Program to accelerate access to critical talent
July 13, 2026 — The Army has modernized how it brings talent into the force, and the Direct Commissioning Program is becoming a pathway to quickly access people with specialized skills — while still maintaining all required standards... MORE