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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin says his department is ending its controversial use of a global Defense Department supplies and services contract to buy immigration detention center services. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of the Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract (WEXMAC) has drawn scrutiny over transparency and management concerns. The Navy awarded WEXMAC in 2021 to support “forces on missions in austere and remote locations across the globe.” But in July 2025, the Navy announced it was expanding the contract to include U.S.-based orders. ICE worked with the Army last year to use WEXMAC to award a now-terminated $1.3 billion…

If you have decided to join the military, you are faced with a big decision. Do I go on active duty, or should I join my local National Guard unit? It is not an easy choice and there are many factors to consider. Do I want to serve full time? Am I looking for a way to pay for college? How will my family be impacted? Which option offers better healthcare and retirement benefits? Will I be deployed often? These are all good questions and after reading this article, we hope that it brings clarity to your decision to serve…

The character of warfare is in a state of perpetual evolution, demanding that the Army seek a decisive edge through technological superiority. For the FY25 school year, the Command and General Staff College (CGSC) faculty explored how to utilize artificial intelligence (AI) to achieve training objectives at echelon. The integration of AI into the execution phase of the Operations Process represents the next frontier in this pursuit. Recent practical applications during the Advance Operations Course capstone LSCO exercise at CGSC have provided a concrete blueprint for how Large Language Models (LLMs) can revolutionize simulations by acting as a virtual Higher…

At the exhibition, ASELSAN showcases its integrated multi-domain defence portfolio, emphasising capabilities in air defence, counter-UAV operations, electronic warfare, precision-guided munitions and autonomous systems. ASELSAN also enhanced its international engagement through strategic cooperation agreements signed during the event. ASELSAN showcased the strength of its integrated multi-domain defence portfolio at EUROSATORY 2026, featuring DRONEDEF, the counter-UAV element of its Steel Dome air defence architecture, alongside advanced electronic warfare systems, precision-guided munitions, and autonomous underwater vehicles. The company further expanded its international presence by signing two strategic agreements to extend defence cooperation and improve interoperability across allied defence ecosystems.  ASELSAN, Turkey’s leading…

The Philippine Navy has received four Triton unmanned systems that can move on or below the ocean’s surface. (US Embassy in the Philippines)The USA has transferred a quartet of Triton autonomous underwater and surface vessels to the Philippine Navy (PN), with the handover marked by a ceremony at Naval Operating Base Subic on 22 June.The equipment from US-based Ocean Aero is valued at approximately PHP754 million (US$13 million). The four vessels will be operated by the PN’s Unmanned Surface Vessel Unit that was established in 2024.Bridgette Walker, the US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires, remarked at the handover: “The four Ocean Aero…

Will Ruger, the deputy director of national intelligence for mission integration, was placed on administrative leave as part of a broader personnel shakeup at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence that has removed roughly 50 career and political staffers from their roles since Bill Pulte became acting director Friday, according to a person familiar with the matter.Around 15 to 20 mission integration personnel detailed to ODNI from other U.S. intelligence units are believed to have been sent back to their home agencies, added the person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to communicate the personnel shifts. The removals…

Lockheed Martin and Finnish technology company Insta are continuing to establish Europe’s first sustainment centre for the MLRS M270A2 and HIMARS® CFCS at Insta’s facility in Tampere, Finland. This will be Europe’s first MLRS fire control system maintenance maintenance and sustainment centre. The M270A2, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, is a tracked heavy rocket launcher system. Partnering with Insta to establish a maintenance and sustainment capability for its fire control system in Finland will strengthen national expertise, security of supply and the ability to ensure system availability throughout its lifecycle. The new facility demonstrates Lockheed Martin’s commitment to European customers and…

Former UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is not happy with how Arman Tsarukyan reacted to Ilia Topuria’s title loss. Topuria was dethroned by Justin Gaethje on June 14 at the White House. While everyone had counted “The Highlight” out, come fight night, he delivered one of his best performances to date, and after four rounds, Topuria’s face was shattered to a point he could barely see due to the damage. Therefore, the 29-year-old’s corner was forced to throw in the towel and stop the bout. Topuria suffered 2 broken orbitals and a busted-up nose after spending 20 minutes inside the…

During a marathon House markup of next year’s mammoth defense policy bill earlier this month, two proposed amendments that failed to make it out of committee tell a story of concern for the future of women in uniform.The amendments to the Fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act, proposed by Reps. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., and Clay Higgins, R-La., both pertain to the implementation of gender-neutral standards as mandated by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. The amendment by Houlahan, an Air Force veteran and advocate for women in combat, would prohibit any service member from being excluded from “an occupational specialty, career…

Thyrm Introduces Limited Edition ‘Stars & Stripes’ PyroVault 2.0 Sunnyvale, CA — Thyrm is paying tribute to America with the limited edition ‘Stars & Stripes’ PyroVault 2.0 Lighter Armor. This is the same widely popular PyroVault 2.0, in a two-tone Blue and Black colorway with blacked-out hardware. Whether you’re looking for a reliable lighter for daily use, or you need a flame source for the backcountry, the PyroVault 2.0’s durable exoskeleton, gasket seal, spring-loaded lid for one-handed opening, & lanyard attachment will keep up with you no matter the mission. The PyroVault 2.0 features include: -Dual-wall, dual-color exoskeleton design-Full gasket seal…