Pentagon & PolicyAugust 4, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Lt. Gen. Daniel T. Lasica Assumes Command of Air Forces Central
Lt. Gen. Daniel T. Lasica assumes command of Air Forces Central, overseeing U.S. operations in the Middle East.
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Pay & Benefits·Aug 4, 2026·DefenseScoop
DISA Seeks Industry Input on CommandNet Migration Following GAO Protest
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Lt. Gen. Daniel T. Lasica Assumes Command of Air Forces Central
Lt. Gen. Daniel T. Lasica assumes command of Air Forces Central, overseeing U.S. operations in the Middle East.
Pentagon & Policy·Aug 4, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
USAF Implements New Rules for Separating Airmen with Shaving Profiles
The Air Force has updated its guidance on separating Airmen with long-term shaving profiles. Learn what this means for service members.
Pentagon & Policy·Aug 4, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Air Force Appoints New Enlisted Recruiting Commander to Expand Ranks
The Air Force has appointed a new enlisted recruiting commander to enhance recruitment efforts and expand ranks.
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Veteran Affairs·Aug 4, 2026·Military Times
Study Finds Varying Risk of ALS Among Different Military Services
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Space Force Awards $615 Million for Second Batch of Aircraft-Tracking Satellites
The Space Force has awarded $615 million for a new batch of aircraft-tracking satellites, enhancing military capabilities.
Defense Tech·Aug 4, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
Air Force's AI-Driven X-62 Successfully Intercepts Crewed Jets
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Defense Tech·Aug 4, 2026·Military Times
US Army Seeks New Surface-to-Air Missile to Combat Small Drones
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Transition & Careers·Aug 4, 2026·Federal News Network
DIU Prioritizes Workforce Changes in Acquisition Reform Efforts
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Service Life·Aug 3, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
F-22s Conduct Readiness Exercises at Kadena Air Base Amid F-15EX Delays
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Service Life·Aug 3, 2026·Military Times
New Commission Aims to Enhance Quality of Life for Military Spouses
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Service Life·Aug 3, 2026·Military Times
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