DoD Gender Survey Targets 1 Million Service Members
Once again, Pentagon leadership wants to hear what the ranks have to say about sexual assault and harassment and gender …More
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Air Force Addresses Dorm, Childcare Issues
Airmen, guardians and their families could see improved access to good dormitories and childcare facilities in the coming years though …More
Women in Army Special Operations Identify Challenges; Ill-Fitting Gear, Maternity
Based on feedback provided by female special operations soldiers as well as their male colleagues the Army is taking steps …More
Admirals Assume Temporary Commands as Standoff in Congress Drags On
The Navy is moving forward with temporary appointment of senior officers in the face of a standoff in Congress over …More
Pentagon Solicits Defense Personnel for Ideas to Improve Workplaces
The Pentagon has cast a wide net for innovative ideas and suggestions anyone from the uniformed and civilian ranks would …More
Privatized Housing Development Launched in Miami for SOUTHCOM
Soldiers attached to U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) should have an easier time finding suitable and affordable places to live in …More
Franchetti Assumes CNO Duties, to Become First Woman on Joint Chiefs of Staff
Vice Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti assumed the duties as Chief of Naval Operations during an Aug. 14 …More
Air Force Revamps NCO Training to Aid Retention
The Air Force is revamping its training program for non-commissioned officers who are in their second or sub-sequential enlistments in …More
What Happens When There Is a Failed Drug Test in the Military?
The military has “zero tolerance” for drug use while in service, whether you are in the Active Component or the …More
2024 Defense Spending Bill to Include 5.2 Percent Raise
Service members and civilian employees would see a 5.2-percent increase in basic pay, under the version of the 2024 defense-spending …More
Army Extends Quality of Life Task Force
The Army will extend a Quality of Life Task Force for three more years, one it first chartered in 2020 …More
Navy Switches to Time-Served for Enlisted Advancements, E-1 through E-4
Advancements for lower enlisted sailors (E-1 through E-4) will be based on time in service, beginning next July 1. “This …More
Allvin Nominated To Succeed Brown as AF Chief of Staff
Gen. David W. Allvin has been nominated to succeed Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr. as the next Air Force chief …More
Navy Implements Brandon Act: “Seeking Help is a Sign of Strength”
At the order of Secretary Carlos Del Toro, the Navy and Marine Corps have begun implementing provisions of the Brandon …More
Facing Shortfall, Air Force Cuts Personnel Spending
Some airmen who are anticipating PCS (permanent change of station) moves will likely face delays in getting their orders approved. …More
Civilian PCS and Taxes? Be Advised!
When perusing job listings on USAJobs, we all love to see the notation: Relocation expenses reimbursed. Yes—You may qualify for …More
McConville Addresses Recruiting Issues
Gen. James McConville, the Army chief of staff, is concerned about the service’s recruiting shortfall but remains confident that efforts …More
Bill Proposed to Fund Psychedelic Therapy Research at DoD
A bill has been introduced in Congress to authorize the study of psychedelic therapy to treat service connected conditions such …More
Reserves Tapped to Sustain Heightened Support for European Command
Select reserve forces will be mobilized to serve as part of Operation Atlantic Resolve, the NATO and U.S. European Command …More
GAO Raises Concerns Over Med Staff Realignment at DoD
The Pentagon’s plan to cut the number of healthcare workers is drawing scrutiny from the government’s top watchdog agency. The …More
What Happens to My VA Benefits If I Am Incarcerated?
A Veteran may find himself or herself either facing jail time or currently incarcerated. A Veteran will want to know …More
Navy Sued Over Potomac River Test Range Pollution
Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit to stop weapons testing conducted from the Naval Support Facility in Dahlgren, Virginia. …More
Lawmakers Seek Outside Assessment of Low Troop Levels
Members of the House Appropriations defense subcommittee are focusing on Army and Marine Corps active-duty strength levels they say are …More
Air Force Revamps Deployment-Cycle Process
Most airmen will begin seeing changes in the way they deploy in 24-month cycles, with the possibility that such assignments …More
Legal Services Made Available to Homeless Vets Through VA Grants
Homeless veterans and those at risk of being turned out into the streets now have access to legal help. The …More
Credentialing Actions and Investigations in the Military Healthcare System
Medical providers in the military, whether service members themselves or contracted providers, can find their medical license and their livelihood …More
House Panel Addresses Military Quality of Life
Service members’ quality-of-life issues will take center stage on Capitol Hill, thanks to the House Armed Services Committee’s decision to …More
DoD Cuts Short Trip to New MyTravel System
Come September, service members and civilians will no longer use the MyTravel system to plan their government travel. The Defense …More
House Defense Bill Advances 5.2-Percent Basic Pay Raise
Service members would receive a 5.2-percent raise in basic pay on Jan. 1, under provisions of the proposed 2024 defense-spending …More
New Army Body-Comp Program Unveiled
Soldiers will have to undergo only one tape-measure test during body-composition assessments – at the belly button. Gone are the …More
