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Hegseth honors nation's POW/MIAs
September 19, 2025 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth paid tribute to the U.S. military's prisoners of war and personnel missing in action during a ceremony commemorating National POW/MIA Recognition Day at the Pentagon... MORE

A man in civilian business attire is standing and speaking behind a lectern outdoors. A large group of military members in dress uniform attire are standing in the background, along with an American flag and a POW/MIA recognition flag.

Army enhances border security through partnership, unique capabilities
September 19, 2025 — From the headquarters down to squad-sized elements directly on the border, Joint Task Force Southern Border personnel are working alongside U.S. Border Patrol every day, ensuring synchronized efforts to deter illicit activities. ... MORE

Two soldiers speak to a person in a baseball cap outside, with a large structure and vehicle in the background and another person nearby.

At War Department, shaving waivers out, clean-shaven faces in
September 19, 2025 — Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum in August directing the military services to stringently enforce facial hair grooming standards across the force... MORE

A person with shaving cream on their face looks into a mirror and shaves.

AFMEDCOM holds redesignation and change of command ceremony
September 19, 2025 — Air Force Medical Command leadership hosted a combined redesignation and change of command ceremony, Sept. 10, 2025, marking a historic transition for the Air Force Medical Service... MORE

NMFDC: Mission Driven-People Powered – Landry Overton, FMCP trainee
September 19, 2025 — The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is mission driven and most importantly people powered! Today, we highlight Landry Overton, a Financial Management Career Program (FMCP) trainee with the command’s Resources and Management directorate... MORE

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command is always mission driven and most importantly people powered! Landry Overton, a Financial Management Career Program trainee is currently working with the Health Professionals Scholarship Program team, managing the financial portion of the program for students pursuing health professions in the U.S. Navy. Photo taken and graphic created at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Sept. 18, 2025 (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon).

National Preparedness Month: Don’t forget pets in emergency plans
September 19, 2025 — National Preparedness Month is here. Remember to consider furry, scaly or feathered family members when creating emergency plans. Don't let pets become disaster victims – learn how to prepare a pet emergency kit, identify safe havens and ensure they have proper identification... MORE

FEMA provides information on pet safety during in emergency conditions.

Air Force experiments with AI, boosts battle management speed and accuracy
September 19, 2025 — The Air Force wrapped up the second Decision Advantage Sprint for Human-Machine Teaming, known as DASH 2, a fast-paced experiment exploring how artificial intelligence can help operators make faster, smarter decisions in complex battlespaces... MORE

Air Force Week in Photos
September 19, 2025 — 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

Air Force ROTC, Air Force Academy cadets participate in Special Warfare Training
September 19, 2025 — Air Force ROTC and Air Force Academy Cadets completed Air Force Special Warfare training this past summer, with more opportunities for cadets who may be interested in Special Warfare careers coming up this year... MORE

DAF launches Culture of Fitness initiative
September 19, 2025 — The initiative aims to reinvigorate a holistic culture of well-being that empowers Airmen and Guardians to be more dominant, agile and lethal through physical fitness... MORE

USAF Airmen participate in the wing-wide flightline run

National Preparedness Month: Preparedness for the unexpected starts at home
September 18, 2025 — The Federal Emergency Management Agency's Ready Campaign has observed National Preparedness Month every September since 2004 to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies. This year's theme is "Preparedness Starts at Home."... MORE

BAMC launches Surgical Cardiac Advanced Life Support training program
September 18, 2025 — The Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit 3 South Unit Practice Council launched the first Surgical Cardiac Advanced Life Support certification program at Brooke Army Medical Center Aug. 18-21, 2025... MORE

Surgical Cardiac Unit Advanced Life Support training

US Space Force unveils service dress uniform implementation plan
September 18, 2025 — The United States Space Force announced when Guardians will have the opportunity to be sized for and order the new service dress uniform... MORE

Unlock your health: How TRICARE can support your child’s mental health
September 18, 2025 — Childhood and teen years can be full of ups and downs. It’s normal for kids to be sad or irritable or to have trouble paying attention or interacting with others at times. But sometimes, these feelings and behaviors are signs that your child could need mental health care. Learn how TRICARE can support your child’s mental health and find tips and resources for supporting your child’s well-being... MORE

New chapter for 433rd Contingency Response Flight: Flight transitions to squadron
September 18, 2025 — The 433rd Contingency Response Flight marked a historic milestone as it was officially redesignated to the 433rd Contingency Response Squadron during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Sept. 6. The redesignation, effective Sept. 1, elevates the unit from flight to squadron status, formally recognizing years of growth, transformation, and operational success... MORE

Col. Michael Medrano, 433rd Operations Group interim commander, presents the 433rd Contingency Response Squadron guidon to Major Alexander Williams, 433rd CRS commander, during a redesignation ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 6, 2025.

59th Medical Wing explores new technology with SimX demo
September 15, 2025 — The 59th Medical Wing hosted a demonstration of SimX’s Virtual Reality Operational Medical Training at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, giving leaders and educators a chance to explore how immersive technology could support medical readiness. ... MORE

A SimX virtual reality headset rests on a table during a demonstration at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 5, 2025.

Army updates standards for appearance, grooming, uniform wear in new directive
September 15, 2025 — The U.S. Army announced an update to its appearance, grooming, and uniform wear standards policy in a new directive resulting from a force-wide review of military standards. The updated policy... MORE

Spc. Brianna Coombs, 237th Military Police Company, New Hampshire Army National Guard, stands in formation during a departure ceremony

Mission Monday: Maria Lodico, Business Systems Management Branch Chief 
September 15, 2025 — This week we’re highlighting Maria Lodico, chief of the business systems management branch for Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Business Information Systems and Mission Support Directorate... MORE

Maria Lodico, business systems management branch chief for Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Business Information Systems and Mission Support Directorate

FORSCOM leaders outline vision for transformation at Maneuver Warfighter Conference
September 15, 2025 — Senior Army leaders used the Maneuver Warfighter Conference to deliver a clear message: the U.S. Army is entering a new era of transformation, and readiness to “fight and win tonight” remains the non‑negotiable standard... MORE

JBSA firefighters complete 9/11 climb challenge
September 15, 2025 — Joint Base San Antonio firefighters took part in the San Antonio 110 9/11 Memorial Climb at the Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, on Sept. 11, 2025. ... MORE