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A member of the Hessian State Criminal Investigation Office instructs U.S. Airmen during a bilateral urban tactical and close-quarters training at the McCully Barracks Military Operations on Urban Terrain site, Germany, July 28, 2026. The realistic training environment allowed participants to practice movement through confined spaces, refine tactical decision-making and improve coordination with members of their host-nation counterparts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brenden Beezley)

US Airmen conduct bilateral tactical training with German law enforcement

The realistic training environment allowed participants to practice movement through confined spaces, refine tactical decision-making and improve coordination with members of their host-nation counterparts.

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Army JAG officer urges service members, civilian employees to build ‘true wealth’

Army JAG officer urges service members, civilian employees to build ‘true wealth’

Financial readiness is directly linked to mission readiness, a point underscored during a Wealth Building and Estate Planning presentation held July 29 at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center’s Heaton Auditorium. U.S. Army Lt. Col. Anthony Osborne, command judge advocate for Medical Readiness Command, Europe, addressed an audience of active-duty service members […]

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Early dental care keeps Spangdahlem Air Base military working dogs’ bite in the fight

Early dental care keeps Spangdahlem Air Base military working dogs’ bite in the fight

A military working dog’s most critical weapon system doesn’t rely on ammunition — it relies on a healthy bite.    For these four-legged defenders, a toothache is more than a painful distraction; it can also shut down their vital sense of smell and sideline them from the mission. To keep […]

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Army Supply Specialist brings logistic support to highly specialized medical activity

Army Supply Specialist brings logistic support to highly specialized medical activity

VICENZA, Italy — When Cpl. Kaden Morrow enlisted in the Army five years ago, he had one goal in mind: to see the world. Today, that goal has taken him more than 4,000 miles from his hometown in Georgia to northern Italy, where he serves as the Unit Supply Specialist […]

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From demoted Airman to CMSAF: Where it all began

From demoted Airman to CMSAF: Where it all began

F.E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. — For Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe, returning to F.E. Warren Air Force Base was more than just a routine visit. It was a return to the place where the trajectory of his life and career changed forever. More than […]

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Unterwegs - August 7, 2026

Unterwegs – August 7, 2026

WEIN AM MARKT AUG. 7 – 9, ALTER MARKT, LANDSTUHL  Live music, wine tastings, atmospheric evening lighting, as well as a diverse selection of wines from carefully chosen winemakers, fresh Secco cocktails, and exquisite winemaker champagnes await you. Your culinary needs are also well taken care of with flame-grilled salmon, […]

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Community Events - August 7, 2026

Community Events – August 7, 2026

Get Outdoors with Army ODR Virtual Contest MWReligible patrons can enjoy time outside during the Get Outdoors with Army Outdoor Recreation virtual contest open through Oct. 31. Each completed activity or equipment rental at Baumholder or Kaiserslautern ODR earns an entry into monthly prize drawings. Participants must submit the official […]

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 569th U.S. Forces Police Squadron, pose for a group photo at Kapaun Air Station, Germany, July 23, 2026. The Airmen participated in a field training exercise that was dedicated to exposing them to drone warfare, land navigation, integrated defense operations, communication techniques, infantry movements and mounted and dismounted operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Paden Lancaster)

569th US Forces Police Squadron builds combat-ready defenders

Airmen participated in a field training exercise that was dedicated to exposing them to drone warfare, land navigation, integrated defense operations, communication techniques, infantry movements and mounted and dismounted operations.

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From left, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javier Berganza, 726th Expeditionary Mission Support Squadron Fly Away Security team lead, Airman First Class Hayden Hardin, FAST member, and Staff. Sgt. Matthew Weiner, FAST lead, completed a final review, before executing the FASEX 26.2, Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, June 30, 2026. The FASEX brought together aircrew from the 75th EAS and 726th EMSS, FAST Airmen to exercise a contact scenario focused on uniting Security Forces’ tactics and understanding with airlift crews to establish a unified defense against potential adversaries in high-threat regions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Carlin Leslie)

726 EMSS Fly Away Security Team Airmen refine tactical airframe integration

The initiative FASEX 26.2 was held on Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti, focused on uniting security forces tactics and understanding with airlift crews to establish a unified defense against potential adversaries in high-threat regions.

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The Zipper Rule

The Zipper Rule

Story & graphic by German-American Community Office The German “zipper rule” (Reißverschlussverfahren) is a simple but very important traffic rule that often confuses English speaking drivers. Here is a clear, native speaker friendly explanation with practical examples. What the zipper rule means The Zipper Rule requires drivers to merge in […]

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