Dependable and affordable child care is a big issue for military families, and it's a priority for the Defense Department, which has a number of programs underway to expand the available options.

While the department runs the largest employer-sponsored child care program in the United States, military families and DOD civilians face challenges finding quality care — especially for children under 5. It's a problem shared with families nationwide, said Chad E. Sheldon, DOD associate director for child and youth programs policy.

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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- In a sweeping expansion of its services, Air Force Aid Society announced this month a series of bold changes aimed at better supporting the evolving needs of Airmen, Guardians, and their families. The official relief organization for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force has broadened its categories of financial assistance and unveiled a simplified application process that makes accessing help easier than ever.

From mental health counseling and adoption costs to childcare, immigration fees, and even basic household furniture, AFAS is reshaping its mission to meet service members where they are – especially in times of transition or hardship.

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KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany – Moving personal belongings during a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move can be a significant undertaking, especially when crossing international borders during peak PCS season.

Dedicated transportation experts from the 405th Army Field Support Brigade’s Base Support Operations Transportation (BASOPS Trans) Consolidated Personal Property Shipping Office (CPPSO) understand these challenges and work diligently to ensure smooth and efficient processes for Soldiers and their Families, even with the heightened demands of peak PCS season, said Brandon Von Willer, BASOPS Trans plans and operations chief.

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Tips for taking the best fish selfies and shots holding fish—using just your smartphone.

Want to show off your amazing catch, create a memory—or just update your profile picture? We’re sharing the best ways to capture your memorable fishing moments with just your smartphone. We spoke with Nick Haddad, sustainable fisheries communications manager for Return ‘Em Right (and photography enthusiast), to get some tips.

Have a Good Grip

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WASHINGTON – The United States Mint (Mint) will accept orders for the 2025 American Eagle One Ounce Gold Uncirculated Coin beginning June 5 at noon ET. Production is limited to 7,500 coins, and orders are limited to three coins per household for the first 24 hours of sales.

Struck in 22-karat gold, the American Eagle One Ounce Gold Uncirculated Coin is the collector version of the official United States Mint American Eagle Gold Bullion Coin. Produced since 1986, this coin was updated in 2021 with a refreshed obverse (heads) and a completely redesigned reverse (tails) to mark the 35th anniversary of the American Eagle Coin Program.

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We hear a lot about credit — credit reports, credit scores, credit freezes, credit monitoring. What does it all mean for you? Your credit matters because it affects your ability to get a loan, a job, housing, insurance, and more. If you understand what your credit is, it’ll help you protect it.

What’s Your Credit, and Why Does It Matter?

When people talk about your credit, they mean your credit history. Your credit history describes how you use money. For example:

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