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Cozy Kaiserslautern spot offers crispy hot wings — if you’re not too chicken
Cozy Kaiserslautern spot offers crispy hot wings — if you’re not too chicken
An unassuming little chicken joint near Fritz Walter Stadium serves honest-to-goodness spicy food.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:26 AM
Cozy Kaiserslautern spot offers crispy hot wings — if you’re not too chicken
PACIFIC TRAVEL | Comic Con Okinawa is returning to Camp Foster on Dec. 14, when sci-fi, fantasy and cosplay fans will come together for the free event showcasing pop-culture talent and creative communities across the island.
Comic Con Okinawa returning with guests from hit franchises, including Pokemon, Dragon Ball
Comic Con Okinawa is returning on Dec. 14, when sci-fi, fantasy and cosplay fans will come together for one of Camp Foster’s most popular events.
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December 7, 2025 at 6:33 AM
PACIFIC TRAVEL | Comic Con Okinawa is returning to Camp Foster on Dec. 14, when sci-fi, fantasy and cosplay fans will come together for the free event showcasing pop-culture talent and creative communities across the island.
More women in Ukraine are joining the military in combat roles thanks to advances in technology. Military officials say units are now tailoring recruitment efforts to attract more women to strengthen the army.
Ukrainian women embrace combat roles as technology reshapes the battlefield
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December 7, 2025 at 5:59 AM
More women in Ukraine are joining the military in combat roles thanks to advances in technology. Military officials say units are now tailoring recruitment efforts to attract more women to strengthen the army.
PACIFIC EATS | A great bet for a bulgogi lunch or dinner near South Korea’s Camp Humphreys is Ganggyeong Pyeongtaek, where diners can make a ssam, or wrap, to their taste with a selection of additions and side dishes.
Ganggyeong Pyoeongtaek serves protein, veggies for tasty bulgogi wraps
Ganggyeong Pyeongtaek, a short drive from Camp Humphreys, is a good option for a bulgogi lunch or dinner.
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December 7, 2025 at 5:31 AM
PACIFIC EATS | A great bet for a bulgogi lunch or dinner near South Korea’s Camp Humphreys is Ganggyeong Pyeongtaek, where diners can make a ssam, or wrap, to their taste with a selection of additions and side dishes.
Japan said that it has protested to China after a military jet that took off from the Chinese carrier Liaoning locked its radar on Japanese fighter jets near the southern island of Okinawa.
Chinese military aircraft locks its radar on Japanese jets
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December 7, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Japan said that it has protested to China after a military jet that took off from the Chinese carrier Liaoning locked its radar on Japanese fighter jets near the southern island of Okinawa.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday defended strikes on alleged drug cartel boats during a keynote address for the Reagan National Defense Forum at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California.
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Hegseth defends strikes on alleged cartel boats, says Trump can order use of force ‘as he sees fit’
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December 6, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday defended strikes on alleged drug cartel boats during a keynote address for the Reagan National Defense Forum at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California.
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DODEA sports | A pair of cross country runners have successful season debuts in DODEA-Europe wrestling opener at Ramstein.
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Some make move from course to mat look pretty easy
A pair of cross country runners have successful season debuts in DODEA-Europe wrestling opener at Ramstein.
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December 6, 2025 at 10:00 PM
DODEA sports | A pair of cross country runners have successful season debuts in DODEA-Europe wrestling opener at Ramstein.
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West Virginia National Guard soldier Andrew Wolfe is beginning to “look more like himself” after he was shot in an ambush-style attack in Washington, D.C., West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said.
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National Guard soldier Andrew Wolfe ‘slowly healing’ after DC shooting, but has weeks to go
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December 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
West Virginia National Guard soldier Andrew Wolfe is beginning to “look more like himself” after he was shot in an ambush-style attack in Washington, D.C., West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said.
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After mailing over a thousand holiday care packages to troops, the nonprofit Boxes to Boots got back over 800. They were likely rejected due to stricter labeling requirements phased in by Customs and USPS in recent years.
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Why hundreds of care packages for overseas troops were returned to a Connecticut nonprofit
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December 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM
After mailing over a thousand holiday care packages to troops, the nonprofit Boxes to Boots got back over 800. They were likely rejected due to stricter labeling requirements phased in by Customs and USPS in recent years.
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Kaiserslautern area sports: The Red Devils got back on track Saturday at Fritz Walter Stadium, beating Dynamo Dresden 3-1.
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Skyttä leads 1. FC Kaiserslautern to a 3-1 win over Dresden
The Red Devils got back on track Saturday at Fritz Walter Stadium, beating Dynamo Dresden 3-1.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Kaiserslautern area sports: The Red Devils got back on track Saturday at Fritz Walter Stadium, beating Dynamo Dresden 3-1.
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The Space Force’s new dress uniform saw its first use with the graduation of 17 newly commissioned officers from Officer Training School at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., on Thursday.
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Space Force’s new dress uniform gets first official use with officer graduation ceremony
The Space Force’s new dress uniform saw its first official use with the graduation of 17 newly commissioned officers.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
The Space Force’s new dress uniform saw its first use with the graduation of 17 newly commissioned officers from Officer Training School at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala., on Thursday.
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The Defense Department is widening child care options for military families and civilian employees on Guam as the island braces for a major increase in U.S. troop levels over the next decade.
Navy opens off-base child care program to meet growing demand on Guam
The Navy recently expanded eligibility to include off-base child care providers on Guam as the island braces for a major increase in U.S. troop levels.
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December 3, 2025 at 6:17 AM
The Defense Department is widening child care options for military families and civilian employees on Guam as the island braces for a major increase in U.S. troop levels over the next decade.
American support for larger US military and NATO grows, survey says
American support for larger US military and NATO grows, survey says
A survey on security issues shows growing bipartisan support for the United States playing a central role on the international stage.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:03 PM
American support for larger US military and NATO grows, survey says
US sets deadline for Europe to lead NATO by 2027, report says
US sets deadline for Europe to lead NATO by 2027, report says
U.S. officials reportedly said that they remain unsatisfied with the progress allies are making when it comes to bolstering their own capabilities.
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December 6, 2025 at 12:37 PM
US sets deadline for Europe to lead NATO by 2027, report says
EUROPE TRAVEL | Local traditions and appearances by Santa Claus himself are some of the qualities that make these German markets must-see destinations.
Discover what makes these seasonal German markets unique
Christmas markets in Europe are made unique through the addition of ice skating, local traditions and other touches.
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December 6, 2025 at 11:43 AM
EUROPE TRAVEL | Local traditions and appearances by Santa Claus himself are some of the qualities that make these German markets must-see destinations.
FROM THE ARCHIVES | U.S. Marines cut the Iraqi flag from a pole in front of a Special Republican Guard headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq, on April 9, 2003.
From the archives: Marines cut the Iraqi flag from a pole in Baghdad, 2003
Marines cut the Iraqi flag from a pole in front of a Special Republican Guard headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq, April 9, 2003.
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December 6, 2025 at 11:35 AM
FROM THE ARCHIVES | U.S. Marines cut the Iraqi flag from a pole in front of a Special Republican Guard headquarters in Baghdad, Iraq, on April 9, 2003.
A federal judge on Friday sharply questioned the Trump administration’s authority and need to maintain command of California National Guard troops it first deployed to Los Angeles in June following violent protests.
Federal judge appears skeptical of Trump’s ongoing command of California National Guard troops
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December 5, 2025 at 10:54 PM
A federal judge on Friday sharply questioned the Trump administration’s authority and need to maintain command of California National Guard troops it first deployed to Los Angeles in June following violent protests.
The Navy’s oldest aircraft carrier and its crew will be home for Christmas after what is expected to be the final deployment of its 50 years in service.
USS Nimitz to return to homeport at Naval Base Kitsap on Dec. 16
The Nimitz is returning from a nine-month deployment — what the Navy has said is likely the last of its 50 years in service.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:48 PM
The Navy’s oldest aircraft carrier and its crew will be home for Christmas after what is expected to be the final deployment of its 50 years in service.
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KTOWN NOW | This weekend’s match could draw rowdy crowds and lead to clashes in congested areas, officials say.
Disruptions to the match are possible.
Disruptions to the match are possible.
Army warns of possible disruptions during Kaiserslautern soccer match Saturday
This weekend’s match could draw rowdy crowds and lead to clashes in congested areas, officials say.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:51 PM
KTOWN NOW | This weekend’s match could draw rowdy crowds and lead to clashes in congested areas, officials say.
Disruptions to the match are possible.
Disruptions to the match are possible.
SPORTS | Basketball and swimming results from DODEA-Pacific teams in action Dec. 3-5.
Pacific Scoreboard: Dec. 5, 2025
Basketball and swimming results from DODEA-Pacific teams in action Dec. 3-5.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:47 PM
SPORTS | Basketball and swimming results from DODEA-Pacific teams in action Dec. 3-5.
U.S. Army Forces Command cased its colors during a formal ceremony at Fort Bragg, N.C., where the new U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command was activated as a four-star headquarters as the service continues a shakeup of its top levels.
Army shutters largest command in favor of new 4-star organization for Western Hemisphere
The transformation grew from the defense secretary’s orders to reduce general officer billets and to refocus toward protecting the U.S. homeland.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:40 PM
U.S. Army Forces Command cased its colors during a formal ceremony at Fort Bragg, N.C., where the new U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command was activated as a four-star headquarters as the service continues a shakeup of its top levels.
This winter, spread the holiday cheer by participating in the sixth annual Salute to Veterans Christmas Card Drive to benefit the Kinston VA Home in North Carolina.
Started by 10-year-old Tucker Rose, this drive has collected over 11,500 cards since 2020.
Started by 10-year-old Tucker Rose, this drive has collected over 11,500 cards since 2020.
December 5, 2025 at 9:36 PM
This winter, spread the holiday cheer by participating in the sixth annual Salute to Veterans Christmas Card Drive to benefit the Kinston VA Home in North Carolina.
Started by 10-year-old Tucker Rose, this drive has collected over 11,500 cards since 2020.
Started by 10-year-old Tucker Rose, this drive has collected over 11,500 cards since 2020.
The Navy’s record-breaking recruiting numbers translated to the service’s highest production of basic training graduates in a decade with the graduation of sailors from Training Group 52.
Navy sees largest number of sailors graduating from boot camp in a decade
With sailors from Training Group 52 formally graduating from boot camp, the service reached a milestone of 42,000 sailors completing basic training.
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December 5, 2025 at 8:42 PM
The Navy’s record-breaking recruiting numbers translated to the service’s highest production of basic training graduates in a decade with the graduation of sailors from Training Group 52.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has directed its top leaders to identify any noncitizens employed by or affiliated with the agency for further investigation.
VA directs leaders to identify employees and affiliates who are not US citizens
Noncitizens will then be referred to appropriate agencies that handle immigration enforcement for individuals not authorized to be in the U.S.
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December 5, 2025 at 8:27 PM
The Department of Veterans Affairs has directed its top leaders to identify any noncitizens employed by or affiliated with the agency for further investigation.