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NRL Launches Glowbug-2 to Enhance Space Domain Awareness and Cosmic Anomaly Detection
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) Glowbug-2 instrument successfully launched on board the Department of War (DoW) Space Test Program – Houston 11 (STP-H11) payload at approximately 6:05 p.m. EDT on May 15, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Fla.
NRL to Highlight Revolutionary Technologies at Space Symposium 2026
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) will highlight cutting-edge space-related programs and technologies during the 41st Space Symposium in exhibit booth #625 at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs April 13-16.
NRL’s Advanced Payloads Soar into Orbit Aboard STPSat-7 Mission
WASHINGTON,D.C. – U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) successfully launched three advanced experimental payloads aboard the Department of War (DoW) Space Test Program’s (STP) Satellite-7 mission at approximately 4:33 a.m. PDT on April 7 from Vandenberg U.S. Space Force (USSF) Base, Calif.
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250916-N-TL932-1174 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief petty officers pose for a group photo during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, leadership, and commitment to service. (U.S. Navy pho...[Read More]
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250916-N-TL932-1093 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief Hospital Corpsman James Strong, right, has their new rank insignia pinned on during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, leadership, an...[Read More]
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NSA Mid-Life holds a Chief Pinning Ceremony [Image 8 of 15]
250916-N-TL932-1120 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief Logistics Specialist Thomas Morrison, center, has their new rank insignia pinned on during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, leaders...[Read More]
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250916-N-TL932-1124 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief Navy Counselor Keith Sawyer, center, has their new rank insignia pinned on during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, leadership, and ...[Read More]
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250916-N-TL932-1126 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Scott Londo, center, receives his chief cover during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, leadership, a...[Read More]
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250916-N-TL932-1127 MILLINGTON, Tenn. — (Sept. 16, 2025) Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Ian Nartker, center, hugs his children after being promoted during a chief petty officer promotion ceremony at Pat Thompson Conference Center at Naval Support Activity Mid-South. Advancement to the rank of chief petty officer marks not only a promotion in rank, but a significant change in responsibility, le...[Read More]
NSA Naples Invests Over $542K in Fitness Upgrades, Boosting Mission Readiness and Troop Morale
NAPLES, Italy — The U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, Italy, is revolutionizing its approach to health and wellness with a significant investment in state-of-the-art fitness facilities. With over $422,000 spent in fiscal year 2025 and an additional $120,000 projected for fiscal year 2026, the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) program is rolling out extensive upgrades designed to enhanc...[Read More]
NSWCPD Supports RIMPAC 2026 Through Power Sensing, Data Collection, and Navigation Resilience Efforts
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) supported exercise Rim of the Pacific
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250901-N-XB641-1006 Chief selects from Navy Talent Acquisition Groups across the nation attend leadership training at Navy Recruiting Command headquarters, in Millington, Tennessee, Sept. 1. The training is part of the Prospective Chief Petty Officer Training Seminar, held from Aug. 31 to Sept. 4. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Thaddeus Berry)