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Supplier bottlenecks threaten US Navy effort to grow arms stockpiles
The sea service spent billions of dollars to increase its weapons inventory. Now it has run into a major obstacle.
DoD overhauls its body composition and fitness policy
DoD instruction 1308.03 removed much of the previous version's restrictive language, freeing branches to choose their own body fat testing methods, among other updates.
Better Smiles and Better Health with BCBS FEP Dental
Those who have had experiences with the military—either serving or families of those who have—know that presentation is important. When it comes to presentation, many people might not immediately think of their smile. From first impressions to showing off your pride, a smile does a lot for us every single day. But did you know your smile also shows off your overall health, too?
Some newly retired sailors’ pay and Tricare benefits affected by technical glitches
The Navy's transition to a new personnel system has also affected some active-duty sailors’ pay, ID cards and Tricare benefits.
By Karen Jowers
Some sailors’ pay and benefits messed up by ‘unanticipated errors’ this summer
The issues arose last month as Big Navy transitions over to a new personnel system.
Free new wedding gowns? Check out this program for the military
Military-connected brides-to-be can apply to Operation Deploy Your Dress before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time June 18 for a free gown of your choice.
By Karen Jowers
Military weapon system test fails to intercept target
The test was to demonstrate the capability of a ballistic missile defense-configured Aegis ship to intercept a medium range ballistic missile target.
Vice President Harris to speak at Naval Academy graduation today
Harris will be the first woman to give the graduation speech at the Naval Academy.
COVID-19 delays petty officer advancement results — again
While the advancement results are typically available on Memorial Day, that’s not going to happen for the second year in a row.
By Diana Stancy
Navy to send Ronald Reagan to 5th Fleet amid Afghanistan troop withdrawal: report
The Reagan will move from the Asia-Pacific region to the Middle East, and is expected to remain in U.S. Central Command’s region for up to four months, The Wall Street Journal reports.
By Diana Stancy
The Spouse Angle Podcast – Up this week: Food Insecurity in the Military
An Army spouse discusses what it’s like dealing with food insecurity and the resources that have helped her family, and a military spouse near Joint Base Lewis-McChord shares how she’s growing food to give away to families in need.
By Military Times staff