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Strong recruiting has pushed the Air Force and Space Force past their annual goals months ahead of schedule, the services said this week. (from @JaniquaRob) stripes.com/theaters/asia_…

The UN's nuclear watchdog warned this week that a recent surge in nuclear facility activity suggests North Korea is in the process of a "very serious increase" in its weapons development capacity. (from @JulieM_Stripes) stripes.com/theaters/asia_…

A bipartisan group of U.S. senators sent a letter this week to their counterparts in Taiwan, urging them to procure more American weapons and boost production of drones and missile-defense systems to deter Chinese aggression. (from @sethrobson1) stripes.com/theaters/asia_…

Women in uniform are missing from a study on the effects of the Supreme Court decision that ended Constitutional protection of abortion, according to researchers, who could recruit only three female service members for a 2024 project. (from @WyattwOlson) stripes.com/theaters/us/20…

Veterans roundup: Five things to know in veterans news this week, including a tribute to an Iraq War vet, a new drone documentary and a $3 million gift. stripes.com/veterans/2026-…

#ARCHIVES: Community residents from around Yongsan Garrison in South Korea blast off the starting line in April 2007 for a 5K fun run in celebration of the Month of the Military Child/Child Abuse Prevention Month. stripes.com/history/archiv…

Tour groups moving through the USS Kearsarge as part of Houston's first Fleet Week are getting a glimpse of the amphibious assault ship at its finest. Check out @Rose_Lori's visit: stripes.com/branches/navy/…

QUICK TRIP 🏀 From tipoff to the final buzzer, basketball in Poland is more than a game. It’s an experience. Stars and Stripes reporter ShaTyra Cox writes about her visit: stripes.com/living/europe_…

WATCH: Some partnerships are built over time, others through shared service. But for a military working dog and its handler, the bond is both. See more: stripes.com/branches/army/…

U.S. Coast Guard personnel on the Cutter Tampa offloaded more than 3,800 pounds of cocaine at Base Miami Beach. The narcotics are estimated to be worth more than $28.7 million. stripes.com/branches/coast…

The U.S. Navy announced a week of outreach events at national parks across the country taking place in late April. Unlike most Navy Weeks, National Parks week will take place in multiple areas across the country. Learn more: stripes.com/branches/navy/…

The Trump administration’s $605 million funding request for the National Guard’s ongoing deployment in Washington, D.C., is raising questions among appropriators on Capitol Hill. The request is for fiscal year 2027, which begins on Oct. 1, implying an extended deployment. stripes.com/theaters/us/20…

Paola Del Din carried out a mission in the far northeastern corner of Italy to bring important documents to Allied troops in the final days of the wary, parachuting into the Nazi-occupied area. Read about her legacy here: stripes.com/history/2026-0…

The U.S. Navy’s Submarine Force celebrated its 126th anniversary with a birthday ball. Another ball will be held at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, on Saturday. stripes.com/branches/navy/…

Transitioning to civilian life? 💼 We've got you covered 👉 The Stars and Stripes Transition Guide is a compilation of articles — on financial matters education, resume-writing career fairs and more — specifically designed to help active servicemembers and veterans navigate into their next stages of life. Each edition of this semi-annual publication provides practical guidance and resources for maneuvering through their next objective, whether it is enrolling in college, finding a job or getting their finances in order. Transition Guides are distributed through Stars and Stripes daily editions overseas and on military bases in the United States. Read it now: stripes.com/epaper/special…

WATCH: An 82nd Airborne Division team practiced a "refusal to jump," for the Best Jumpmaster Competition at Fort Benning. The newest competition for the installation’s Infantry Week pitted teams of highly trained paratroopers against each other to test their skills and knowledge of airborne operations. 📹: Ken-Yon Hardy / Stars and Stripes

PHOTOS: Spc. Caleb Godbold and Sgt. Drew Schorsch claimed victory at Fort Benning, Georgia, securing the sixth straight Best Ranger Competition victory for the 75th Ranger Regiment. Check out photos from the event: stripes.com/branches/army/…

WATCH: Soldier protests potential illegal hit during Lareda Cup Combatives The Lacerda Cup Combatives competition was held during the United States Army Infantry Week in Fort Benning, Ga., to test soldiers' skills in grappling, striking and hand-to-hand combat.

Dozens filled an auditorium at the heart of Caserma Del Din, Italy, to pay their respects to an Army veteran who “touched many hearts on many continents” before his sudden death earlier this month. stripes.com/theaters/europ…

Iran announced that all commercial shipping traffic can pass through the Strait of Hormuz for the duration of the ceasefire, even as President Donald Trump said the U.S. naval blockade against Tehran will continue. stripes.com/theaters/europ…