Pay & BenefitsOctober 9, 2026·Military.com
Tricare Pharmacy Program: Overview and Current Costs
Learn about the Tricare Pharmacy Program, enrollment, and current costs for military families.
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Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Agencies Must Integrate Smart Identity Cards for Post-Quantum Cryptography
DoD and CISA emphasize the need for smart identity card integration with post-quantum cryptography.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Task & Purpose
National Guard Responds to Troops Near DC Ballot Drop Box Incident
The National Guard is responding to concerns about troops near a DC ballot drop box, affecting service members and voters.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Pentagon Seeks New Ways to Open Classified Programs to Industry
The Pentagon aims to enhance innovation by allowing commercial firms to participate in classified programs.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Military Times
Pentagon and Raytheon Sign $6.3 Billion Deal for Missile Interceptor Replenishment
The Pentagon has signed a $6.3 billion deal with Raytheon to replenish missile interceptors, impacting military readiness.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·DefenseScoop
Pentagon Modifies Online Portal for Reporting U.S. Military Casualties
The Pentagon is updating its online portal for reporting military casualties, impacting service members and families.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Military Times
Unknown Sailors and Marines from the Battleship Arizona to be Disinterred on Dec. 7
Eight unknown sailors and Marines from the USS Arizona will be disinterred on December 7, 2026, at the National Cemetery of the Pacific.
Pay & Benefits
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Tricare Pharmacy Program: Overview and Current Costs
Learn about the Tricare Pharmacy Program, enrollment, and current costs for military families.
Pay & Benefits·Oct 8, 2026·Military Times
Upcoming DEERS Outage Could Disrupt Tricare Access for Beneficiaries
Upcoming DEERS outage could disrupt Tricare eligibility checks for beneficiaries.
Pay & Benefits·Oct 7, 2026·Military.com
Tricare and FEDVIP Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know for 2027
Learn about Tricare and FEDVIP open enrollment for 2027, including key dates and actions for military families.
Pentagon & Policy
View all →Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Agencies Must Integrate Smart Identity Cards for Post-Quantum Cryptography
DoD and CISA emphasize the need for smart identity card integration with post-quantum cryptography.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Task & Purpose
National Guard Responds to Troops Near DC Ballot Drop Box Incident
The National Guard is responding to concerns about troops near a DC ballot drop box, affecting service members and voters.
Pentagon & Policy·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Pentagon Seeks New Ways to Open Classified Programs to Industry
The Pentagon aims to enhance innovation by allowing commercial firms to participate in classified programs.
Veteran Affairs
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Veteran Affairs·Oct 9, 2026·Military.com
2026 Veterans Day Travel Discounts for Military Members
Explore exclusive travel and recreation discounts available for Veterans Day 2026.
Veteran Affairs·Oct 8, 2026·Task & Purpose
VA Dental Patients Face Waits of Up to Two Months for Appointments
New VA dental patients may wait up to two months for appointments due to a new contract affecting care delivery.
Veteran Affairs·Oct 7, 2026·Military.com
Navy Veteran, Ex-CIA Officer Found With 298 Gold Bars Pleads Guilty to $194M Scheme
A Navy veteran and former CIA officer pleads guilty to exposing a U.S. intel source, facing up to 20 years in prison.
Defense Tech
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Defense Tech·Oct 9, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
BAE Systems Awarded Contract for F-35 Block 4 Electronic Warfare Systems
BAE Systems has been awarded a contract to enhance F-35 aircraft with upgraded electronic warfare systems.
Defense Tech·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Navy Cyber Defense Operations Command Adopts Watchstanding Principles for Cyber Resilience
Learn how Navy watchstanding principles are applied to cyber operations for improved resilience.
Defense Tech·Oct 9, 2026·Air & Space Forces Magazine
New Procedure Lets Maintainers Inspect ‘Blind Spot’ in F-16 Engine
The Air Force introduces a new procedure for inspecting F-16 engines, addressing past safety concerns.
Transition & Careers
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Transition & Careers·Oct 8, 2026·Military.com
Seven Nonprofits to Help Veterans Build Their Next Career
Explore seven nonprofits dedicated to assisting veterans in career transitions and job readiness.
Transition & Careers·Oct 5, 2026·Task & Purpose
Army Soldiers Transition to Newly Created Robotics and Space Roles
Hundreds of soldiers are moving into new roles in robotics and space operations, including the new 390A MOS.
Transition & Careers·Oct 2, 2026·DefenseScoop
Army Special Forces Graduates First Batch of Robotics Technician Integrators
Ten warrant officers from Army Special Forces graduate as Robotics Technician Integrators, marking a new career path.
Service Life
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Service Life·Oct 9, 2026·Federal News Network
Coast Guard Surpasses Recruitment Goals for Third Consecutive Year
The Coast Guard has surpassed its recruitment goals for the third consecutive year and is modernizing its training center.
Service Life·Oct 9, 2026·Military Times
Air Force Bases Relocate Aircraft Ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Air Force bases in Florida and Mississippi have evacuated aircraft and personnel in preparation for Hurricane Isaias.
Service Life·Oct 9, 2026·Military Times
Military Families Face Access Issues with MHS After Login Changes
Military families face difficulties accessing medical records due to recent changes in the MHS login process.
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