Pentagon & PolicyJuly 8, 2026·Federal News Network
Senate Lawmaker Presses DoD, Tech Firms to Disclose AI Contract Terms
Sen. Warren urges the DoD and tech firms to disclose AI contract terms for better oversight.
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Pentagon & Policy·Jul 8, 2026·Task & Purpose
Navy Imposes One-Year Limit on Medical Shaving Waivers
New Navy policy restricts medical shaving waivers to one year, impacting sailors with specific conditions.
Service Life·Jul 8, 2026·Military Times
Air Force Major Under Investigation After Uniformed Protest at DC Base
An Air Force major is under investigation and restricted to a DC base following a uniformed protest.
Pentagon & Policy·Jul 8, 2026·Military.com
Traumatic Injury Protection (TSGLI): What Veterans Need to Know
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Veteran Affairs·Jul 8, 2026·Military.com
Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI): Essential Information for Veterans
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Pentagon & Policy·Jul 8, 2026·Military Times
Army Medic Convicted of Desertion After Three Years on the Run in the UK
An Army medic has been convicted of desertion, larceny, and making false statements after fleeing to the UK.
Defense Tech·Jul 8, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Space Force Expands Launch Mission Providers with New Startups
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Pay & Benefits·Jul 7, 2026·Military Times
VA's Top Health Administrator Departs, Dr. Lee Payne Named Acting Replacement
Dr. Lee Payne steps in as acting under secretary of VA health, impacting veterans' healthcare services.
Pay & Benefits·Jul 6, 2026·Military Times
VFW Defends First Amendment Rights Amid Political Cartoon Controversy
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Pay & Benefits·Jul 6, 2026·Military.com
Official Military Pay Dates for 2026 Announced
Find out the official military pay dates for 2026 to plan your finances effectively.
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Senate Lawmaker Presses DoD, Tech Firms to Disclose AI Contract Terms
Sen. Warren urges the DoD and tech firms to disclose AI contract terms for better oversight.
Pentagon & Policy·Jul 8, 2026·Task & Purpose
Navy Imposes One-Year Limit on Medical Shaving Waivers
New Navy policy restricts medical shaving waivers to one year, impacting sailors with specific conditions.
Pentagon & Policy·Jul 8, 2026·Military.com
Traumatic Injury Protection (TSGLI): What Veterans Need to Know
Learn about Traumatic Injury Protection (TSGLI) benefits for service members and veterans.
Veteran Affairs
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Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI): Essential Information for Veterans
Learn about Veterans' Group Life Insurance (VGLI), its benefits, and how to convert SGLI.
Veteran Affairs·Jul 6, 2026·Military.com
Divorcing with a VA Loan? 4 Ways to Protect Your Entitlement
Learn how a divorce affects your VA loan and what steps to take to protect your entitlement.
Veteran Affairs·Jul 6, 2026·Military.com
Texas Training Center Expands Data Center Job Pathway for Veterans
A new $12.6 million facility will train veterans for data center jobs at Texas State Technical College.
Defense Tech
View all →Defense Tech·Jul 8, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Space Force Expands Launch Mission Providers with New Startups
The Space Force adds two startups to its launch mission program, enhancing competition in national security space operations.
Defense Tech·Jul 8, 2026·Military Times
Air Force Rescinds 135 Promotions Due to Administrative Error
The Air Force has rescinded 135 promotions due to a human error in the promotion cycle, affecting several ranks.
Defense Tech·Jul 8, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Air Force Revises E-6 Promotion List After Scoring Error
A recent scoring error has led to the revision of the Air Force's E-6 promotion list, affecting 135 security forces staff sergeants.
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Transition & Careers·Jul 8, 2026·Task & Purpose
Air Force Cancels Promotions for 135 Sergeants After Testing Error
The Air Force has canceled promotions for 135 technical sergeants after a grading error in their promotion test.
Transition & Careers·Jul 7, 2026·Task & Purpose
US Troops Could Restart Deployments to Poland in Coming Weeks
U.S. troop deployments to Poland could restart in the coming weeks, impacting service members and families.
Transition & Careers·Jul 6, 2026·Military.com
The 10 Most Dangerous Jobs in the U.S. Military
Explore the riskiest jobs in the U.S. military and their impact on service members and veterans.
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Air Force Major Under Investigation After Uniformed Protest at DC Base
An Air Force major is under investigation and restricted to a DC base following a uniformed protest.
Service Life·Jul 8, 2026·Military.com
Understanding Military Time: A Guide for Service Members
Learn about military time, its conversion, and its importance for service members and veterans.
Service Life·Jul 7, 2026·Federal News Network
Exceptional Family Member Program: Essential Yet Complex for Military Families
The Exceptional Family Member Program supports military families but faces challenges in coordination and communication.
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