Pentagon & PolicySeptember 21, 2026·Military Times
SOCOM Launches Nutrition App to Enhance Performance and Lethality
SOCOM's new nutrition app aims to optimize service member performance and lethality, impacting various military roles.
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Pentagon & Policy·Sep 21, 2026·Federal News Network
SDA Plans Two More Launches by Year-End to Complete Tranche 1 by 2027
The Space Development Agency aims for two more launches by year-end to finalize Tranche 1 of its satellite program by 2027.
Defense Tech·Sep 21, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Massachusetts Air National Guard Receives First F-35 Fighter Jet
The Massachusetts Air National Guard's 104th Fighter Wing has received its first F-35A Joint Strike Fighter, replacing F-15s.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
Airmen Embrace New Combat-Focused Basic Training Program
Airmen are eager to participate in the Air Force's revamped, warlike basic training program launched six months ago.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
General Atomics Delivers FQ-42 Vengeance to Nevada Air Base
Creech AFB receives FQ-42 Vengeance aircraft for evaluation, enhancing military capabilities.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
Air Force on Track to Graduate 1,500 New Pilots This Fiscal Year
The Air Force is on track to graduate 1,500 new pilots in fiscal 2026, addressing a significant pilot shortfall.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·DefenseScoop
III Armored Corps Set to Receive Baseline NGC2 Capabilities
The III Armored Corps is set to receive baseline NGC2 capabilities following successful trials.
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Pay & Benefits·Sep 18, 2026·Military.com
Veteran Serving Life Sentence for Murder Pleads Guilty to $354K VA Fraud
A veteran serving life for murder pleads guilty to defrauding the VA of $354K, raising concerns about benefit integrity.
Pay & Benefits·Sep 17, 2026·Task & Purpose
Alabama Air National Guard Wing Commander Wins Appeal After Firing
Col. Douglas DeMaio of the Alabama Air National Guard wins appeal for reinstatement after being fired.
Pay & Benefits·Sep 17, 2026·Military.com
Petition Forces Stand-Alone Vote on Major Richard Star Act For Combat-Injured Veterans' Benefits
A petition has forced a vote on the Richard Star Act, which aims to boost benefits for combat-injured veterans by $1,450.
Pentagon & Policy
View all →Pentagon & Policy·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
SOCOM Launches Nutrition App to Enhance Performance and Lethality
SOCOM's new nutrition app aims to optimize service member performance and lethality, impacting various military roles.
Pentagon & Policy·Sep 21, 2026·Federal News Network
SDA Plans Two More Launches by Year-End to Complete Tranche 1 by 2027
The Space Development Agency aims for two more launches by year-end to finalize Tranche 1 of its satellite program by 2027.
Pentagon & Policy·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
Air Force Major Requests Special Court-Martial Over Impeachment Comments
Maj. Jason Watson seeks a special court-martial, citing a similar Marine Corps case regarding political speech.
Veteran Affairs
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Veteran Affairs·Sep 21, 2026·Military.com
VA Allocates $13.6 Million for Georgia's Largest Veterans Cemetery
The VA has allocated $13.6 million for Georgia's largest veterans cemetery, enhancing burial options for veterans.
Veteran Affairs·Sep 21, 2026·Task & Purpose
Veterans Exhibit Higher Blood Levels of PFAS Than Civilians, Study Finds
A new study reveals veterans have elevated PFAS levels in their blood compared to civilians, highlighting health risks.
Veteran Affairs·Sep 20, 2026·Task & Purpose
Marine Veteran Sean Sharaf Scores Quick Knockout at UFC 331
Marine veteran Sean Sharaf scores a quick knockout victory at UFC 331, showcasing the resilience of veterans in sports.
Defense Tech
View all →Defense Tech·Sep 21, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Massachusetts Air National Guard Receives First F-35 Fighter Jet
The Massachusetts Air National Guard's 104th Fighter Wing has received its first F-35A Joint Strike Fighter, replacing F-15s.
Defense Tech·Sep 21, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
SDA Expands Ground Architecture for Future Missile Tracking Satellites
The Space Development Agency is launching a competition to enhance ground architecture for missile tracking satellites.
Defense Tech·Sep 21, 2026·Task & Purpose
Fishing Charter Recovers Air Force LUCAS Drone Off Florida Coast
A fishing charter recovered an Air Force LUCAS drone off Florida, which went down during testing.
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Transition & Careers·Sep 21, 2026·Military.com
Army Veteran Finds His Next Mission at Columbia Southern University
Army veteran David Cyr shares his educational journey at Columbia Southern University and its support for military students.
Transition & Careers·Sep 17, 2026·Federal News Network
Air Force Plans to Rehire Over 4,300 Positions After Job Cuts
The Air Force aims to rehire over 4,300 jobs cut due to manpower validation efforts, impacting various ranks and specialties.
Transition & Careers·Sep 14, 2026·Military Times
Air Force to Establish New Point Defense Career Field Within Two Years
The Air Force will establish a new career field for point defense within two years, enhancing base security.
Service Life
View all →Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
Airmen Embrace New Combat-Focused Basic Training Program
Airmen are eager to participate in the Air Force's revamped, warlike basic training program launched six months ago.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
General Atomics Delivers FQ-42 Vengeance to Nevada Air Base
Creech AFB receives FQ-42 Vengeance aircraft for evaluation, enhancing military capabilities.
Service Life·Sep 21, 2026·Military Times
Air Force on Track to Graduate 1,500 New Pilots This Fiscal Year
The Air Force is on track to graduate 1,500 new pilots in fiscal 2026, addressing a significant pilot shortfall.
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