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Increased US partnership with the Philippines coming in 2024
A deal inked between the two nations in 2023 opens up multiple bases for American use.
Some Tricare, dental plans may cost more in 2024. Here’s what to know.
Open season, from Nov. 13 through Dec. 12, is the time to make changes to your Tricare coverage. Some costs may rise this year.
By Karen Jowers
Space Force to seek industry help to test tech, train guardians
STARCOM will meet with industry in late June to discuss capability gaps and update companies on its plans to develop a space test and training range.
China’s neighbors seek expanded partnerships with US to deter, defend
The Pentagon’s efforts to improve U.S. force posture in the Pacific have yielded a flurry of major agreements, with allies motivated by China's behavior.
By Joe Gould
Pentagon not doing enough to control open burning, report says
The Radford Army Ammunition Plant emits nearly three million pounds of pollutants each year
By Peter Rathmell
US, Japan agree to two defense pacts amid China worries
The U.S. and Japan are close to signing a new five-year pact for Japan to support U.S. military forces in the country and a new agreement to research and develop new defense technologies.
By Joe Gould
Reminder: Open seasons end Dec. 13 for Tricare, FEDVIP
This is the one time of year when you can make changes in your Tricare plan, unless you have a qualifying life event such as moving, marriage, birth of a child, or retirement from active duty.
By Karen Jowers
Military health care deadlines looming
Dec. 13 is the deadline for Tricare and FEDVIP enrollment and changes.
By Karen Jowers
Tricare open enrollment begins — and your costs may go up
If you want to make changes to your Tricare coverage, or enroll in a plan, you must do it by the open season deadline.
By Karen Jowers
Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
By Karen Jowers