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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Williams, 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron air advisor flight chief, left, and Capt. Daniel McKeown, 435th CRSS assistant director of operations, conduct a virtual meeting from Ramstein Air Base with Bulgarian air force personnel assigned to the force protection team at Graf Ignatievo Air Base, Bulgaria, May 19. In preparation for the arrival of the Bulgarian air force’s F-16 fleet, the Bulgarian force protection team at Graf Ignatievo Air Base wanted to find ways to utilize their manning that maximizes security for their base and allocates time for essential training. The air advisors provided potential courses of action, enabling the team to achieve their goals while sustaining the new assets when they arrive.

Strengthening force protection: 435 CRSS air advisors provide Bulgarian air force way forward

The 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron air advisors conducted a virtual meeting with Bulgarian air force personnel from Graf Ignatievo Air Base to discuss force protection capabilities, May 19.

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The mandatory wear-date for certain OCP and 2PFDU items was pushed to Sept. 1.

Air Force delays mandatory wear-date for 2PFDU, OCP items

In an effort to reduce unnecessary stress on Airmen and Space professionals during COVID-19 restrictions, several uniform changes scheduled to become mandatory for the Operational Camouflage Pattern and Two-Piece Flight Duty Uniform on June 1, have been delayed to Sept. 1.

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In these file photos from 2020, civilian workers keep the garrison running before and during the Coronavirus crisis. USAG Rheinland-Pfalz civilians will have new opportunities for growth under the garrison's new local people strategy, including education with potential college credit.

Garrison “people strategy” focuses on Army’s number one priority

Bolstering civilian capabilities and developing high-caliber employees are two of the many facets of a new strategy at U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz that keeps Army people as the number one priority.

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Sexual extortion, often called “sextortion,” continues to pose a significant threat to netizens and cyber surfers everywhere — even in the military. Special agents with the Air Force Office of Special Investigations are combatting sextortion through community outreach and education. The office also actively investigates such threats against the Air Force and its people.

Sextortion: “It’s a trap!”

Sexual extortion often called “sextortion,” poses a significant threat to cyber surfers everywhere — even in the military.

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As part of the coordinated Allied response to the COVID-19 pandemic, NATO Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana has participated in weekly coordination calls since mid-March.

Coronavirus response: NATO continues close consultation with Allies, EU

NATO has been consulting closely with Allies and partners from the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of these efforts, Deputy Secretary General Mircea Geoana has participated in weekly coordination calls since mid-March, led by US Deputy Secretary of State Stephen Biegun.

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May 11 Nothing significant to report May 12 8:52 a.m.: Larceny of private property in Bruchmühlbach-Miesau 9:40 a.m.: Major traffic collision in Waldfischbach-Burgalben May 13 Nothing significant to report May 14: 8:30 a.m.: Unlawful entry and damage to government property in Vogelweh housing area May 15 7:53 p.m.: Assault in […]

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Col. Samantha Weeks, 14th Flying Training Wing commander, speaks with retired Gen. Lori Robinson, former commander of U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerospace Defense Command, May 11, during the Air Force Women’s Virtual Fly-In hosted on the Columbus Air Force Base, Miss. Facebook page. The Facebook Live event was an opportunity to unite aviatrices to enable learning, coaching, mentorship and connectedness.Courtesy screenshot

Forging future, first-ever virtual Air Force Women’s Fly-In boldly leads the way

COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. — Columbus Air Force Base hosted the first-ever Air Force Virtual Women’s Fly-In during a Facebook Live event, May 11.

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Army and Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES) is gearing up for a hot summer in Germany by having numerous portable air conditioners on sale at their main store at Ramstein Air Base and the store in the Baumholder Military Community. As of May those living in Baumholder Military Housing are allowed one air conditioner per housing unit.

Housing feedback spurs change to residents’ quality of life: air conditioners approved

The possibility of the sweet respite of cold air on a hot summer night will be available Friday to residents in Baumholder’s Army Family Housing for the first time ever.

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U.S. Army Sgt. Dennis Aguilar, animal care specialist at U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden’s Veterinary Treatment Facility, prepares a pet for its PCS move. Photo by Ashley L. Keasler

Public Health Command Europe offers guidance for PCSing with pets

SPANGDAHLEM, Germany — A permanent change of station move is stressful as it is, but moving with your pet can add an extra layer of stress unless you are well prepared. Public Health Command Europe Veterinarians have some tips to help make moving your furry companion as easy as possible.

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May 4 Nothing significant to report May 5 9:40 a.m.: Domestic assault in Rodenbach 7:08 p.m.: Damage to personal property in Schneckenhausen 7:40 p.m.: Driving under the influence of a controlled substance in Landstuhl May 6 11:20 p.m.: Armed robbery and assault in Einsiedlerhof May 7 9:17 a.m.: Theft of […]

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