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Cast your Stars and Stripes' Best of the Pacific vote!

Your vote counts! It’s a new year, and it’s time once again to turn your attention to the yearly tradition unlike any other – Best of the Pacific voting season!
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5 last-minute homemade card ideas for valentines

My son’s first Valentine’s Day at school in Germany left me scrambling at the last minute. I’d made it to the base Exchange too late — the traditional boxes of themed sign-and-tear cards I remember giving away to my classmates when I was a little girl had long-since been sold out.
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I don’t think that’s what it means: British vs. American English

Once you arrive however, you’ll realize that there are many subtle and not-so-subtle differences between British and American English.
On Jan. 24, Ayleen Castillo, sixth-grader at Kadena Middle School, poses with a $1,500 Exchange gift card for winning second place in the You Made the Grade sweepstakes in December with the Exchange PAC Region command team, 18th Wing Mission Support Group commander, Exchange leadership and family members who attended the awards presentation. (U.S. Army Photo by Staff Sgt. Mark A. Kauffman)
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Kadena AB student wins $1,500 Exchange gift card for academic success

Maribel Castillo, Marine spouse and homemaker, had to take a second look at her email when she received a message stating that her daughter, Ayleen, had won $1,500 by winning second place in the Army & Air Force Exchange’s You Made the Grade sweepstakes.
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7 useful tips for teens going to college

Being in a new area can be disorienting and intimidating. Take the time to walk around your new campus or area of town, learning different routes to get to classes or exploring for cool hangouts. If you’re afraid of getting lost, always remember that you can ask for directions or use a mobile GPS.
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Exam Cram: ‘Tis the season in Japan to study like crazy to ‘make the cut’

On any given February morning, you might see hundreds of young students – some with parents, or even teachers, in tow – flocking to a nearby high school or university. Chances are they are on their way to take their entrance examinations.
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The power of learning a new language

Apps are a great way to learn a new language, as you’ll always have them at your fingertips. Waiting for an appointment? Perfect!
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Helping young children reach developmental milestones

The first few years of life are fundamental to cognitive, emotional and physical development. While every child progresses at their own pace, there are many toys and activities you can introduce to encourage growth.
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How to protect your home and valuables this holiday travel season

Whether you’re visiting your in-laws or taking a tropical vacation over the holidays, you’ll likely be leaving your house and the majority of your belongings unattended while you’re gone.
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5 Affordable holiday gift Ideas with a personalized touch

(StatePoint) Are you struggling to find thoughtful gifts for everyone as you make your holiday shopping list? Well, it’s time to get personal! By giving a personalized gift, the recipient will feel special knowing it was created and picked just for them.
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Christmas craft for children: A handprint wreath makes a great holiday keepsake

Keeping children’s minds off of the carefully wrapped presents under the tree and the smell of fresh-baked Christmas cookies can be extremely difficult.
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Holiday craft for children: Folding your letter to Santa

As a kid, it was always such a joy to write my letter to Santa each year. I’d flip through the JCPenney toy catalog to create an epic wish list of Barbies.
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4 tips to minimize holiday clutter

‘Tis the season for fun and festivities, which means more party attire, kids’ toys and decorations coming into the home.
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Super fun holiday gift ideas that get kids excited to learn

Shopping for kids this holiday season and looking for gifts that offer some educational value?
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Exploring a new career? Start here

It’s time to explore a new career, but what do you do first? Matching your interests, skills and goals while pursuing an occupation compatible with your mobile military life is easier than you think.
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Students from around the world gather for Embry-Riddle’s PACOM Graduation Luncheon in Okinawa, Japan

Graduates, government partners, and campus staff were among those attending the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Worldwide PACOM Graduation Luncheon at The Hilton Chatan Resort in Okinawa, Japan, Saturday, December 3, 2022.