Navy Announces Uniform Changes
The Navy has approved a new all-weather coat, and will conduct tests of two cold-weather parkas, as alternatives to the …More
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Sign up Now! Free eNewslettersHousehold-Goods Shipment Process Improved
Families facing permanent changes of station should find the going easier, under improvements made to the system of shipping personal …More
SP Contribution Limits To Rise
The amount of money service members and civilian federal employees can contribute to the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) will increase …More
Navy Resumes ITEMPO Tracking
The Navy is telling commands to resume the practice of tracking how much time sailors spend in official capacity that …More
YTD Recruiting Largely Holds Steady
Recruiting for the active and reserve components of the Defense Department’s four service branches largely has held steady through the …More
Civilian-Credentialing Plan Launched
Veterans could find the process of transferring their military skills to comparable, viable civilian careers simplified, under a new Pentagon …More
Space Policy Focuses on Security, Fair Competition
The Defense Department’s efforts in space will focus on protecting space-borne assets from threats, and ensuring that U.S. companies that …More
Afghanistan Strength Still To Be Determined
Pentagon leaders plan to assess the situation in Afghanistan before determining how many U.S. troops would remain in the country …More
Emphasis Shifting to Asia
As the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq come to an end, the Army again will focus attention on Asia, Lt. …More
Spouses’ Input Sought
The Defense Department began a survey of active-duty spouses Nov. 19, intended to provide community and family policy officials with …More
ISAF Commander Linked to Petraeus Turmoil
As details related to allegations of marital infidelity that led to the resignation of CIA director and former Army Gen. …More
AAFES Stores To Open 4 A.M. on Black Friday
Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) stateside stores will open at 4 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 23, the …More
Changes Afoot for Retired TRICARE Beneficiaries
The Fleet Reserve Association is reporting that retirees who live more than 40 miles from the nearest military installation or …More
Marine Reserve Launches Toys-for-Tots Drive
The Marine Corps Reserve again is collecting new, unwrapped toys, for distribution to youngsters who otherwise would get little or …More
Tracked Stryker Displayed
General Dynamics Corp, manufacturer of the Stryker armored fighting vehicle, is making a push to persuade the Army to adapt …More
Cody Tapped as AF’s Top Enlisted
Chief Master Sergeant James A. Cody has been named by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III …More
Army Warrants Expect Harder Promotion Process
Army warrant officers can expect greater opportunities and responsibilities, which in turn will require more education, a panel of senior …More
Open Season Begins for 3 Civilian Programs
Civilian Defense Department employees can alter their participation in three benefits plans, through Dec. 10. Included are: * The Federal …More
Service Members Must Use or Lose Leave
Most active duty service members, reservists and National Guard members who have more than 60 days of unused leave are …More
Upgrade Your Photo, Navy Tells Officers
The Navy Personnel Command (NPC) wants the officers who pinned on new rank at the beginning of the month to …More
Venerable Carrier Completes Final Deployment
The carrier Enterprise pulled into Norfolk Naval Station, Va., on Nov. 4, ending a 51-year career of active service. Enterprise …More
VFW Accepting Donations for ‘Sandy’ Victims
The Veterans of Foreign Wars has set up a mechanism by which donors can provide funds to be used to …More
Reserve Units Mobilized for ‘Sandy’
Three Army Reserve units mobilized to provide water for victims of Hurricane Sandy, marking the first such mobilization for domestic …More
AF Delays Personnel Data System Upgrade
The Air Force is delaying plans to upgrade its Military Personnel Data system next month, until it can be tested …More
Recordable Books Available for Deployed Airmen
The Air Force is providing more than 900 recordable children’s books to learning centers at six of the service’s Central …More
PCS Window Opens for Sailors
Sailors have until Nov. 20 to review their permanent change of station (PCS) orders and negotiate changes, the Navy Personnel …More
Future Army Gears for Unpredictable Missions
The Army is undergoing a change that will enable the force to handle a wide array of unpredictable missions, senior …More
Army Leadership: End PTSD Stigmatization
The Army’s top general called for a cultural shift that would end casting dispersions upon soldiers who come forward and …More
Good Grades Equal Exchange Discounts
Military students in grades kindergarten through 12 will find rewards for their academic success waiting for them at exchange stores. …More
FORSCOM Chief Calls for Unity
The future of the Army will depend upon the ability of the service’s components to work as an integrated team, …More
