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AFIMSC: Ready Airmen, Ready Installations, Ready Mission
May 27, 2026 — A collection of photos from recent Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center-hosted events...

War Department's 'Patriot Pipeline' flows talent to arsenal of freedom
May 27, 2026 — While testifying before the Senate Armed Services Committee's personnel subcommittee, Anthony J. Tata, the undersecretary of war for personnel and readiness, said the department has established Project Patriot Pipeline, an initiative to unify dozens of training and workforce development programs...

US Army meets FY26 recruiting goals
May 27, 2026 — The U.S. Army has met its fiscal year 2026 recruiting goals for active duty, signing contracts with more than 61,500 future Soldiers – four months before the end of the fiscal year...

Army names next-generation assault aircraft ‘Cheyenne II'
May 27, 2026 — The U.S. Army announced that its next-generation multi-role vertical lift aircraft, the MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft, will carry the Native American name “Cheyenne."...

Army and industry make significant strides on building supply chain resiliency
May 27, 2026 — The Army, in partnership with industry and academia, is breaking through historical barriers to develop alternate sources of supply and give Soldiers the ability to repair their equipment anywhere around the globe...

Civilian Leadership Development School joins Air Force Global College, strengthening Air University’s Total Force Development Mission
May 27, 2026 — Air University continues building a more integrated approach to warfighter development as the Civilian Leadership Development School officially joins the Air Force Global College, further strengthening the university’s role in developing mission-ready military and civilian professionals who support Joint Force effectiveness in contested environments...

Take charge of your skin health: How TRICARE supports skin cancer screening and treatment
May 26, 2026 — As summer approaches and outdoor activities increase, it’s essential to protect your skin from harmful ultraviolet rays. TRICARE is committed to supporting your skin health by covering skin cancer exams and providing resources for prevention and treatment...

PRESS RELEASE: Service member assigned to Joint Base San Antonio dies in off-base vehicle crash
May 26, 2026 — A service member assigned to Joint Base San Antonio died May 25 following a traffic accident...

NAMRU San Antonio leadership, research scientists participate in annual AIM Health R&D Summit
May 26, 2026 — Leadership and research scientists assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio, joined by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, and U.S. Air Force 59th Medical Wing, participated in the annual AIM Health R&D Summit held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center May 19...

375th Cyberspace Operations Squadron integrates chaplain support, bolsters readiness
May 26, 2026 — More than 300 members of the 375th Cyberspace Operations Squadron, known operationally as “Task Force Falcon,” gathered in a briefing room for mission planning ahead of upcoming operations...

Hegseth tells West Point Cadets they are ready to lead
May 26, 2026 — Speaking at Michie Stadium in West Point, New York, on May 23, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth assured the 2026 U.S. Military Academy graduates that they have both his and the president's trust...

On Memorial Day, Commander in Chief, Secretary of War, honor nation's fallen
May 26, 2026 — The U.S. will soon mark its semiquincentennial — 250 years as a nation. It's a big milestone, said President Donald J. Trump, but not one that could have been achieved without more than 1 million service members having given their lives to the nation...

MICC kicks off 2026 small business engagement, offers one-on-one sessions
May 22, 2026 — The U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command kicked off its 2026 Advanced Planning Briefing for Industry May 18, bringing together contracting professionals, small business representatives and industry partners for a weeklong engagement focused on transparency, innovation and Army readiness...

MICC Contracting Leader Course provides insight for future leaders
May 22, 2026 — Principals from throughout the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Command attended a recent course designed to prepare new and incoming commanders, sergeant majors, office directors, and division chiefs to effectively run a MICC contracting office and battalion...

Getting mental healthcare with TRICARE For Life: What you need to know
May 21, 2026 — Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your body—and if you have TRICARE For Life, you have coverage that helps you get the care you need, when you need it...

Print or digital: Your options for getting TRICARE benefit information
May 21, 2026 — Keeping up to date with TRICARE health information is part of making the right healthcare choices for both you and your family members. Equally important, however, is how you manage your healthcare communications so you have quick and easy access to important records and information. This includes your explanation of benefits statements, bills, claims correspondence, and more...

New host, high jungle maneuvers focus for Western Hemisphere Command infantry exercise Southern Vanguard
May 21, 2026 — Roughly 30 U.S. and 20 Peruvian Army soldiers and staff got together for the Exercise Southern Vanguard 2026 Mid-Planning Conference at the PERAR Jungle School of El Sauce on May 4-7, 2026...

Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions
May 21, 2026 — The Air Force selected 382 active duty majors for promotion to lieutenant colonel during recent P0525B (Chaplain, Judge Advocate General, Nurse Corps, Medical Service Corps, Biomedical Sciences Corps) and M0525A (Dental Corps and Medical Corps) central selection boards...

Air Force chaplains build resilience through trauma response training
May 21, 2026 — Chaplains, religious affairs Airmen and medical personnel assigned to the Expeditionary Medical Support team conducted simulated trauma training May 13 at the Medical Readiness Training Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis...

DAF leaders outline readiness, modernization priorities in FY27 budget testimony
May 21, 2026 — Department of the Air Force and Department of War leaders testified before the House Armed Services Committee May 20 on the fiscal year 2027 budget request...