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A fleet of F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 55th Fighter Squadron, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., sit on the flightline during Weapons System Evaluation Program-East 23.08 at Tyndall AFB, Fla., May 17, 2023. Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15, 2023 to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6, 2023. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tiffany Del Oso)
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Air Force announces FY23 Legacy Aviation Bonus Program

Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15 to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6.
Kappa, as drawn by Akutagawa
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Ryunosuke Akutagawa’s novel - Kappa

We have thousands of Facebook friends and Instagram followers, and yet we are isolated from our neighbors.
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Traditional Japanese yokai and modern-day Pokemon

Beyond the monsters with Adam Kabat’s The River Imp and the Stinky Jewel and Other Tales.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Andrews
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Hansen's CTC-3 adapts 21st century technology, innovating to enhance student learning

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. David H. Berger, the Commandant of the Marine Corps, stated, "The ones who can adapt faster have a huge advantage.
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Women’s Leadership and Education Forum at Camp Schwab

WLEF celebrated its 1-year anniversary on May 18, 2023, by bringing together leaders from across various commands within III Marine Expeditionary Force to discuss work-life balance on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan.
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How to wear fitted hats & snapback caps – The ultimate guide

Baseball caps are more than an item of necessity these days. They also reflect one’s style and the class they belong.
Dr. (Maj.) Meghan Louis, Director of Veterinary Services at Public Health Command-Pacific, greets chocolate lab Sadie, prior to her appointment at Fort Shafter Veterinary Treatment Facility. (U.S. Army Kathryne Gest)
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Ask an Army veterinarian: PCSing with pets

When military families move to a new duty station, those with four-legged family members can face additional challenges; but it doesn’t have to be frustrating.
U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gary Hilton
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Kadena AAPIH hosts parade of AAPI Nations

Members and volunteers from Kadena’s Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage community pose for a photo at the Parade of AAPI Nations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 27, 2023.
The official logo for the AFMS Office of Diversity and Inclusion is pictured. (U.S. Air Force graphic)
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AFMS holds first Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility conference

The Air Force Medical Service’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion hosted their inaugural Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility conference May 24, with a thematic focus on informing attendees on the latest AFMS initiatives and inspiriting further action.
U.S. Air Force Major Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt, center left, Chief of Safety and Air Force Safety Center commander poses with 18th Wing Ground Safety team members in front of the Safety Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan May 24, 2023. Leavitt visited the 18th SEG team to congratulate them on winning a Headquarters Air Force level Safety award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena hosts AF Chief of Safety & AF Safety Center Commander conference

U.S. Air Force Major Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt, center left, Chief of Safety and Air Force Safety Center commander poses with 18th Wing Ground Safety team members in front of the Safety Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan May 24, 2023.
Students at the U.S. Army Pacific Intelligence School discuss a map exercise in the late 1960s.(USAICoE Historical Command Archive), Photo By Lori Stewart
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LTC MacIntyre takes command of Army Liaison School in Okinawa

On 23 May 1958, Lt. Col. John K. MacIntyre assumed command of the newly established Army Liaison School on the island of Okinawa.
U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Tyler Andrews
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Women’s Leadership and Education Forum 1-year anniversary

Local children with Yamabiko Kube Nursery School prepare to perform Eisa, a traditional folk dance accompanied by music and singing, during the Women’s Leadership and Education Forum’s 1-year anniversary on Camp Schwab, Okinawa, Japan, May 18, 2023.
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VIDEO: Speakin’ Japanese: Rainy season

Rainy season is finally here. Stay dry, stay home and practice some Japanese.
Service members, military families and retirees can enjoy a complimentary screening of “The Little Mermaid” at select Army & Air Force Exchange Service Reel Time Theaters on May 27. Courtesy Photo
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Exchange, Walt Disney Pictures to offer free screenings of ‘The Little Mermaid’ May 27

Service members, military families and retirees can enjoy a complimentary screening of “The Little Mermaid” at select Army & Air Force Exchange Service Reel Time Theaters on May 27.
Woman leading senior citizens' fitness class
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5 Business ideas for women: Fitness and nutrition

Whether you find yourself constantly moving with the military or you are just wanting to work for yourself, set your hours and be your own boss, entrepreneurship may be a path for you.
U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessi Roth
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Kadena's 320th STS monster mash enhances readiness and resilience

U.S. Air Force special tactics Airmen with the 320th Special Tactics Squadron pull an MC-130J Commando II 150 meters across the parking apron during Monster Mash, an operational readiness and resilience training, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 5, 2023.