Two groups of NATO’s Standing Naval Forces in northern Europe currently under Norway’s lead – Standing NATO Maritime Group One (SNMG1) and Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One (SNMCMG1) – conducted a joint exercise in the waters between Norway and Denmark. From 18 to 21 April 2020, the exercise gathered five ships from three nations […]

A line of C-130J Super Hercules take off in support of ‘America Strong’ as a form of salute to front-line COVID-19 responders. Subscribe to Dr. Justin Imel, Sr. by Email

In Taranto, Italy, a team of the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) established a cooperation with an Italian start-up called ISINNOVA that resulted in the production of 25 3D-printed connectors – on a weekly basis – converting snorkelling masks into emergency ventilator masks. These were donated to the Italian Civil Protection Department for further […]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us may experience increased familial stressors, as we’ve taken on the roles of full-time caretaker, teacher, all while simultaneously navigating the uncharted waters of full-time teleworking or continuing to report for duty standing the watch. Today’s stress is real and felt widespread across our organization from within our own […]

Nebraska National Guard Soldiers and Airmen and other community members volunteer together at a mobile food drive for the Food Bank of the Heartland, May 2, 2020, in Omaha, Nebraska. The Nebraska National Guard is supporting multiple food bank operations throughout the state during the COVID-19 pandemic. (Nebraska National Guard video by Pfc. Skyler Schendt) […]