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  • Speak Today, Shape Tomorrow: 2008 Air Force Climate Survey

    The charter for the Air Force Climate Survey is to "provide actionable feedback to leaders at all levels for the purpose of improving their units." Through the user-friendly format of the survey, respondents can provide this feedback on the overall health of their organizations across the Air Force.

  • New law allows salutes in civvies during anthem

    Veterans and servicemembers not in uniform can now render the military-style hand salute during the playing of the national anthem, thanks to changes in federal law that took effect in October. "The military salute is a unique gesture of respect that marks those who have served in our nation's armed

  • Halloween traditions

    The traditions associated with Halloween go back a long way. However, the tradition of young children going out trick-or-treating is something not very common over here, and has largely arisen in this area because of the substantial American presence. You will find a number of tourist information

  • Remembering Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot

    "Remember, remember the fifth of November, Gunpowder, treason and plot. We see no reason Why gunpowder treason Should ever be forgot." In 1605 Guy Fawkes and a group of conspirators attempted to blow up the Houses of Parliament at the State opening by King James I. This bold attempt is still

  • S.A.D. but true, the “Winter Blues”

    Although being stationed overseas in England brings with it the benefits of travel, exploring historical sites, and opportunity to experience a wealth of cultural activities, it also brings with it weather that is far more dreary than the sunnier climates many Americans may be used to. With the

  • Against the odds: A story of courage, determination and two tiny babies

    They shouldn't be here yet. They were supposed to be a New Year's present for their parents. But these two tiny babies, Eric LeVon Frazier II and Alexis Rain Frazier, are here, currently living in the neonatal intensive care unit of a British hospital, hooked up to tubes and machines, and