Author: Michael

The Pentagon on Tuesday released its implementation plan for the National Defense Industrial Strategy, which calls for boosting production of solid rocket motors as a “complement” to its Replicator unmanned systems initiative.
A key goal of Replicator is to help grease the wheels of the acquisition system so that the department can field thousands of “attritable autonomous” platforms to counter China’s military buildup in the Indo-Pacific.

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A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by six Republican members of the House of Representatives, which targeted absentee ballots including those mailed home by troops and their families overseas.  The Republican legislators took issue with Pennsylvania’s process for verifying the identity of the voters behind absentee ballots..
But U.S. District Judge Christoper Conner ruled Tuesday that separating and verifying roughly 25,000 absentee ballots so close to the Nov.

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On Oct. 26, 1882, the village of Angoon, was home to nearly 420 Tlingit people in southeast Alaska, not far from the modern state capital of Juneau. 
But in an afternoon of shelling, looting and arson, U.S. Navy sailors destroyed the village and left the native community so bereft that many of the Tlingit people died during the subsequent winter months.
This week, the Navy formally apologized for the destruction. Rear Adm.

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In today’s digital world, social media plays a significant role in how we communicate, share experiences, and stay connected, especially for military families. While social platforms offer opportunities to foster community, network for career purposes (especially for student-athletes), and share memorable moments, they also come with risks. This is particularly true for children and teens. As military families face unique challenges such as frequent moves and distance from loved ones, maintaining a safe online presence becomes crucial.

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After leaving the military, it can be difficult to figure out where to go without having orders. Luckily, on October 29, 2024, Navy Federal Credit Union released its 2024 Best Cities After Service list. Conducted in partnership with Sperling’s BestPlaces, the report is designed to help service members, veterans, and their families discern the best places to settle down. Four hundred cities across the country were evaluated based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics including affordability, economic health, recreational opportunity, and, of course, veteran success and wellness.

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