Surprised by martial law attempt, US ‘monitors’ situation in South Korea

The United States appeared caught off guard by South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s decision to impose emergency martial law on his country, according to government spokesmen.

Security forces squadron creates elite group to honor slain airman

Airman 1st Class Dayvon Larry left such an impression at a Florida air base that his unit created a program, Delta Lima, in his memory to promote pride and professionalism.

Austin addresses China, UFOs and women in combat during Laos visit

On one of his last trips to Asia as Defense Secretary, Lloyd Austin expressed regret that China chose not to meet with Southeast Asian defense ministers this week in Laos. At the same press conference, he also talked briefly in praise of women’s contributions in the U.S. wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Stroll through Japan’s past at this architectural park in western Tokyo

The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum is an experience both subtle and sublime, a park within a park. The museum has gathered more than two dozen structures, ranging from simple farmhouses to an industrialist’s mansion, and arranged them in a 17-acre compound inside Koganei Park in Koganei city.

Base commander shutters Burger King in Japan for ‘unsatisfactory health conditions’

The wing commander at this airlift hub in western Tokyo closed the on-base Burger King on Monday following “allegations of unsatisfactory health conditions.”

Aircraft carrier USS George Washington officially bound for Japan, Navy says

The aircraft carrier USS George Washington is on its way to Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, where it will take the place of the USS Ronald Reagan in the U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy announced Friday.

Army investigates abuse claim at on-base child care center in Japan

An investigation is underway into an allegation of abuse at a Child Development Center at Sagamihara Family Housing Area, about 2½ miles from Camp Zama.

Air Force secretary underlines growing Chinese power, intent as threat to Indo-Pacific

During an address to the Air & Space Forces Association, Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall said the Chinese Communist Party continues to heavily invest in “capabilities, operational concepts and organizations that are specifically designed to defeat the United States” and its Western Pacific allies.

President Biden nominates I Corps leader to command US Forces Korea

The Pentagon has named Army Lt. Gen. Xavier Brunson as the nominee to command U.S. Forces Korea, a triple-hatted position that includes leading the Combined Forces and United Nations commands. If approved by the Senate, Brunson would also pin on the fourth star of a full general.

Annual DODEA Japan culture swap opens with entrepreneurial exercise

American and Japanese middle and high school students gathered here for a weekend of cultural exchanges and entrepreneurial role-playing.