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Air Force selects 4,475 in the master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts June 4
June 1, 2026 — Air Force officials selected 4,475 Air Force Technical Sergeants for promotion to master sergeant out of 21,552 eligibles for a selection rate of 20.76 percent in the 26E7 promotion cycle. ...

Hegseth outlines U.S. vision For Indo-Pacific at annual Asia Defense Summit
June 1, 2026 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth discussed the strategic vision for the Indo-Pacific region, as it relates to the new National Defense Strategy, during remarks at the annual International Institute for Strategic Studies Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore...

Historic Army South inactivation paves way for U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command
June 1, 2026 — U.S. Army South, also designated as Sixth Army, officially cased its colors during an inactivation ceremony at Trinity University’s Laurie Auditorium on May 29. This transition marks a significant step in a historic modernization effort that consolidates three former commands into a single, unified four-star operational headquarters: the United States Army Western Hemisphere Command...

Army financial transformation to bolster readiness, speed, decision advantage
June 1, 2026 — In response to a rapidly evolving global security landscape and compressing decision-making timelines, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Financial Management and Comptroller is launching a comprehensive transformation effort to overhaul the Army's financial operations. The plan is designed to ensure that every dollar serves as a direct investment in readiness and lethality, focusing on leveraging people, processes, and technology to turn financial management into a critical combat enabler...

Texas Military Department partners with civilian agencies for 2026 SAREX at JBSA-Camp Bullis
June 1, 2026 — The Texas Military Department participated in the 2026 Search and Rescue Exercise in San Antonio, May 18-21, 2026, marking 12 years of interagency partnership for this effort. ...

Basic Defender Course students train over obstacles
May 28, 2026 — Students with the 343rd Training Squadron Basic Defender Course had to communicate with each other on when they were set in place to provide security allowing their wingman to move forward and tackle the obstacle...

Skin cancer preventable, but impacts readiness, state summit speakers
May 28, 2026 — Skin cancer is largely preventable if people take proper measures to do so, said speakers during the John P. Murtha Cancer Center’s annual skin cancer summit held recently at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center...

Canine therapist visits METC students
May 28, 2026 — In recognition of Nurse Tech Week earlier this month, students and staff in the Medical Education and Training Campus' Air Force Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice course at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, took a break from training to visit with Bowser the Therapy Dog, accompanied by his handler and owner, AMSA instructor Staff Sgt. Jacklyn Cordaro, on May 8...

The important connection between diabetes and oral health
May 28, 2026 — According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 12 out of every 100 Americans have diabetes. However, many people underestimate how important their oral health is in managing their diabetes...

Five ways to manage emotions for optimal performance
May 28, 2026 — Performance Optimization is not just about physical fitness and strength; it’s also about mental fitness and readiness. Your emotional state plays a direct role in your ability to act with control and accuracy, whether you are preparing to fire a weapon, execute a tactical movement or maintain precision under pressure...

Personal Property Activity expands PCS support across joint force
May 28, 2026 — Now that peak permanent change of station season is underway, the Personal Property Activity is providing tips and operating a 24/7 call center until Sept. 15 to ensure support is available for service members and their families preparing for a PCS...

The power of mentorship in command training   
May 27, 2026 — As part of an ongoing effort to better prepare leaders for the demands of command, the newly revised Air Education and Training Command Squadron Leadership Course has introduced a speed pod mentoring training block.    ...

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...