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Combat Arms Standard

Combat Arms Standard

As warfare evolves, the Department of Defense is reinforcing its commitment to high physical standards across combat roles. A new directive requires military branches to clearly define combat arms vs.…

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Joint Vision Statement on U.S.-Philippine Defense Industrial Cooperation

Joint Vision Statement on U.S.-Philippine Defense...

The United States and the Philippines are aligning their defense industries to strengthen both regional security and economic growth in the Indo-Pacific. Through this partnership, the two nations are focusing…

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Bringing Rehearsals into the Modern Age: A Digital Transformation for Divisions

Bringing Rehearsals into the Modern Age: A Digital...

The 3rd Infantry Division is reshaping how military rehearsals are conducted by embracing digital transformation. Drawing inspiration from coaching strategies, their approach uses interactive digital tools to simulate realistic combat…

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Point-of-Need Manufacturing Technology

Point-of-Need Manufacturing Technology

Traditionally, additive manufacturing in defense has been limited to small-scale plastic fabrication within controlled environments, such as laboratories on military bases or compact desktop printing systems. However, a specialized market…

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Medical Devices for the Assessment of Traumatic Brain Injury

Medical Devices for the Assessment of Traumatic...

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) assessment has evolved with medical device innovations, offering tools that support clinical evaluations. The FDA regulates these devices, categorizing them based on risk levels, ranging from…

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DOD Real Property: Actions Needed to Improve Oversight of Underutilized and Excess Facilities

DOD Real Property: Actions Needed to Improve...

The Department of Defense (DOD) oversees one of the largest real property portfolios in the federal government, but challenges persist in managing underutilized and excess facilities. Inconsistent reporting across military…

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Annual Report on Recording of Health Assessment Data in Military Health Records Pursuant to 10 U.S.C.1073b

Annual Report on Recording of Health Assessment...

Ensuring the health readiness of deployed military personnel is critical to mission success and overall force well-being. The latest Department of Defense report highlights improvements in compliance with health assessments,…

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Executive Order 14183: Prioritizing Military Excellence and Readiness

Executive Order 14183: Prioritizing Military...

Maintaining military excellence requires continuous investment in readiness, modernization, and strategic innovation. This report emphasizes the need for a well-equipped and well-trained force to meet evolving threats and ensure national…

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Updated Assessment of Anomalous Health Incidents, as of December 2024

Updated Assessment of Anomalous Health Incidents,...

The Updated Assessment of Anomalous Health Incidents (AHIs), as of December 2024, presents a nuanced view of the mysterious health issues reported by U.S. government personnel. While the majority of…

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Commerce Strengthens Export Controls to Restrict China’s Capability to Produce Advanced Semiconductors for Military Applications

Commerce Strengthens Export Controls to Restrict...

The U.S. Department of Commerce is tightening export controls to curb China’s ability to produce advanced semiconductors with military applications. This latest move adds restrictions on critical semiconductor manufacturing equipment…

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Defend Against Telecom  Breaches With SecuSUITE

Defend Against Telecom Breaches With SecuSUITE

The recent cyber-espionage campaign by China’s Salt Typhoon group has exposed significant vulnerabilities in global telecommunications networks, compromising sensitive communications across government and enterprise sectors. This breach underscores that if…

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Research and Development: Applied Research & Testing Emerging Technologies (ARTET)

Research and Development: Applied Research &...

Applied Research & Testing Emerging Technologies (ARTET) is at the forefront of innovation, enabling early-stage adoption of disruptive technologies to support warfighter mission sustainment. By piloting and prototyping cutting-edge logistics…

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Safeguarding Military Infrastructure and Frameworks: Opportunities and Challenges for Government | Southwest

Safeguarding Military Infrastructure and...

The rapid evolution of cyber threats demands a fundamental shift in how military infrastructure is safeguarded. Experts stress that cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue, it’s a mission-critical…

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National Nuclear Security Administration Assessments Of Nuclear Weapon Acquisitions

National Nuclear Security Administration...

The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) oversees the modernization of U.S. nuclear weapons and infrastructure, addressing both technological and logistical challenges. With billions of dollars at stake, the NNSA relies…

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State Department: Spending on Pay, Benefits, and Allowances for Overseas Employees

State Department: Spending on Pay, Benefits, and...

In FY 2023, the Department of State spent approximately $3.1 billion on pay, benefits, and allowances for its employees serving abroad. These funds supported a wide range of needs, from…

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