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Indoor pool opens at Seouls K-16 base

08 Jan 2009

The U.S. military opened a $750,000 indoor swimming pool Tuesday on K-16 Air Base in Seoul. The 20-meter, five-lane, heated pool sits under a retractable roof, which can be opened for s...

AFs uniform approach to teaching

08 Jan 2009

PYEONGTAEK, South Korea Kunsan Air Base kicked off its annual winter English-teaching program for South Korean school kids this week, this time with a quiet but unmistakable accent on the air...

Time to rewind?: Many coaches favor return of the shot clock

08 Jan 2009

YOKOSUKA NAVAL BASE, Japan They're playing without a shot clock. But that doesn't mean they're liking it. With shot clocks eliminated from this season's Far East high school basketbal...

Correction

08 Jan 2009

The Jan. 3 Camp Zama Wi-Fi story should have said that wireless Internet can be accessed at the community club by logging on and using a credit card number, not by a machine that dispenses J-Sp...

Girl Scout cookie alert

08 Jan 2009

CAMP KINSER, Okinawa It's cookie time. Starting Friday, USA Girl Scouts Overseas will begin selling cookies at $3.50 a box at various military base locations in the western Pacific, off...

Pacific briefs: Counterintel agent earns Combat Action Medal

08 Jan 2009

A counterintelligence agent from Misawa Air Base, Japan, was recently awarded the Air Force Combat Action Medal for his work during an Iraq deployment. Special Agent Askia Cochran, of the...

Blade ban: Knives best left on base to avoid breaking Japans new weapons law

08 Jan 2009

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan U.S. servicemembers and dependents who carry pocketknives should consider leaving them behind when they venture off base in the future. Japan's already-strict weapons l...

Article 32 hearing for alleged child rape begins

08 Jan 2009

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan A Yokota technical sergeant faced an Article 32 hearing Tuesday over allegations he sexually abused two young girls, including his own daughter on three separate occasi...

After hours: Pizzakaya isnt bad for a night out with friends

08 Jan 2009

It's taken me a while, but I've learned the cold truth that other equally passionate, pizza-eating gaijin have long since known: there's little to be had in the way of good pizza in Japan.

Letters to the editor for Wednesday, January 7, 2009

07 Jan 2009

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Click here to jump ah...

Navy beats $600K fundraising goal for CFC

06 Jan 2009

The final Navy numbers for the Combined Federal Campaign showed that sailors and civilians donated $600,983.36 to the charity fund-raising campaign.

USS Barry docks at Malta for repeat of historic goodwill trip

07 Jan 2009

Roosevelt even saw the fleet off at Hampton Roads, Va. It was given the name Great White Fleet because its 16 coal-burning battleships and support vessels were painted white. U.S. Naval Forces Europe and the 6th Fleet are commemorating the European leg of the journey with a port call visit to Malta by the USS Barry and reception on Thursday.

AFN surveying music tastes for planned overhaul

07 Jan 2009

Earlier this week, AFN launched a listener and viewer survey, which is aimed at giving programmers a better understanding of customer tastes and preferences. And that could very well mean a more diverse selection of music, with local stations gearing styles to the demographics of their audience.

Resolutions revolution

07 Jan 2009

If you've made a New Year's resolution and are having problems sticking to it, there's hope. And if you've gotten away from even making resolutions because you break them quickly every year, maybe these tips from a Landstuhl psychologist will help.

Army uses adventure activities to fight PTSD

07 Jan 2009

The Army is using adventure activities such as rock climbing, white water rafting and mountain biking to help soldiers deal with post-combat stress.

Bush thanks military for serving a just cause

06 Jan 2009

President George W. Bush says every U.S. military mission under his watch has been necessary and part of a just cause.

DOD expands medal eligibility

07 Jan 2009

U.S. troops serving in Morocco and Burkina Faso or who are helping share intelligence with Turkey are eligible for the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Study: States overseas voting systems are flawed

07 Jan 2009

Overseas military voters from 16 states and the District of Columbia had little chance of successfully voting in the presidential election this year, according to a new study released Tuesday.

Army duties dont block football success for family

07 Jan 2009

For his part, Xavier Nixon said he has never thought his parents' work as anything unusual, even with the overseas tours. "I respect everything they're doing, and it's helped me stay focused and keep my priorities straight," he said. "They've always taught me family first, then school, then comes sports." Of course, usually all three come together.

Mildenhalls Rincan chosen for Air Force XC team

07 Jan 2009

RAF MILDENHALL, England After nearly a lifetime of competitive running, Senior Airman Trasy Rincan is preparing for her biggest race yet after recently being selected for the Air Force's cros...

Air Force to airlift into Darfur

07 Jan 2009

A pair of Air Force C-17s will soon be delivering equipment in support of an international peacekeeping mission in Darfur, where hundreds of thousands of people have died in recent years as a result of ethnic conflict.

Commands wont serve beer during Super Bowl

07 Jan 2009

Units that fall under Multi-National DivisionBaghdad will likely be the only troops enjoying a beer in Iraq during this year's Super Bowl. Other divisions do not plan to allow their servicemembers to partake, officials have said in recent days.

Blackwater guards plead not guilty in Iraqi deaths

07 Jan 2009

Five Blackwater Worldwide security guards have pleaded not guilty to manslaughter charges in the 2007 shooting deaths of 17 Iraqi civilians in Baghdad.

Iraqi school is finally in session

07 Jan 2009

On Monday, the students, clad in white head scarves, jostled and laughed on the school grounds. The reopening is a sign of progress, U.S. officials say, in an area free of all-out warfare but still plagued by targeted killings and bombs.

After hours: HK Fusion

07 Jan 2009

CAMBRIDGE If you're craving Chinese but looking for something a little unusual, HK Fusion might be just the ticket. Like many of the more popular Asian eateries in and around East Angl...

A little off base: London gets a taste of the American shopping experience

07 Jan 2009

LONDON First it was McDonald's, KFC and a host of other American fast-food options. Then, coincidentally or not, there was a rise in the collective weight of the British population. Now, the ...

Getting personal: Fitness specialist prepares to help contestants get through Biggest Loser

07 Jan 2009

I know I say this every year, but 2009's gonna be different, man! This is the year where I keep those resolutions, where I read more and lose some poundage around my waist and be an altogether ...

Year in review: A look back at 2008 finds a daring rescue, vaccine shortages,

07 Jan 2009

Still writing 2008 on your checks and asking yourself where the year went? Don't worry, you're not alone. With only a week invested in the new year, 2008 is still fresh in our minds. F...

Cheap seats: Go to Greece

07 Jan 2009

Tired of scraping the windshield every morning? Then try a weekend escape to one of the many Greek cities where warmer temperatures await. In Rhodes, start at either Elli or the ...

Turn back the clock

07 Jan 2009

AF Asks for Funds for UK Fields Jan. 31, 1954 Washington The Air Force is seeking $33,653,000 in "new money" for construction work on 19 air bases in Britain ...

8th Army soldier accused in New Years restaurant fire

07 Jan 2009

An 8th Army soldier allegedly set fire to an Itaewon restaurant after a night of binge drinking, South Korean police said.

From your house to the big house

07 Jan 2009

Brian Martin knew he was getting too much money, the sailor told the court. After renting an apartment on the economy in Japan, a space opened up at Yokosuka Naval Base so the petty off...

Away in a manger

06 Jan 2009

While some might find a nativity scene fashioned from cattle remains a bit macabre or just gross, Karl Heindl was happy to get it. "It took 16 hours to make," he said about the display, a gift from artist Peter Lebek. For Heindl, it is a new addition to the hundreds of Christmas crèches on display at Missionshaus monastery in St. Wendel, a small town in western Germany.

Letters to the editor for Tuesday, January 6, 2009

06 Jan 2009

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Click here to jump ahe...

Letters to the editor for Monday, January 5, 2009

05 Jan 2009

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Click here to jump ah...

Visitors to U.S. will soon need online approval

04 Jan 2009

The new rule, which takes effect Jan. 12, applies to 34 countries, including Germany, United Kingdom, Spain, Italy, Japan and the Republic of Korea.

Job Talk: Set up for success this year

04 Jan 2009

Of course it's time to talk about New Year's resolutions. It's January. The economy is in a recession. Unemployment continues to rise. The mortgage debacle hasn't been resolved and we're gettin...

Two scoops of octopus, please

04 Jan 2009

Q. I've heard that Japan has some crazy ice cream flavors, such as fish or wasabi. What's up with that? A. According to several reports, fish and wasabi are some of the tamer ice ...

Homefront: Beware of canine counter surfer

04 Jan 2009

With everyone talking about New Year's resolutions and getting back in shape for 2009, I'm in the mood to discuss my fat dog. Glory was a skinny dog when we adopted her from the Border Co...

Spouse Calls: Show compassion to spouses

04 Jan 2009

A letter to Spouse Calls from a reader: You know, military wives can be so dramatic sometimes. I read an article a lady named Ann wrote, and it upset me. She said, "...

Books: Slangmans World debuts this week

04 Jan 2009

American Forces Network television will begin running an animated show to encourage children to learn a foreign language and culture. The show, "Slangman's World," is slated to ...

Games: Finding fun in mystery

04 Jan 2009

What's up when a millionaire named Phil T. Rich goes missing? I'd be tempted so say that he was whacked for having a silly name. However, when the suspects include an actress named Emmy D...

Games: Cookin with the DS

04 Jan 2009

Gamers can get pretty hungry while shooting zombies, and they can't survive on just soda and nachos. That's why we have "Personal Trainer: Cooking," an E-rated recipe program ...

Games: More raves for rabbids

04 Jan 2009

"Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party" is billed as the first video game you can play with your butt. It might seem like a no-brainer, but this game's gotta be good. The E-10-...

Itaewon: Troops remember a place known for its vices

04 Jan 2009

They said the often-dirty, often-seedy bar and restaurant district, packed with soldiers, was where they felt comfortable and where many shaped their perceptions of the country.

Military Update: CBO eyes military retirees, vets for health cost cuts

02 Jan 2009

A new report shows why some military retirees and veterans could face higher out-of-pocket costs.

Letters to the editor for Friday, January 2, 2009

02 Jan 2009

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Column hit home <...

Ring in the new year

31 Dec 2008

NAPLES If you're looking to spend a nice, quiet evening with a few friends to ring in the new year, Naples is not the place to be. The city is gearing up for what is arguably the biggest bash...

After hours: Do-it-yourself dining

31 Dec 2008

NAPLES, Italy Most restaurants serve cooked food. But if you're one of those do-it-yourself types, check out the Happy Rock in downtown Naples. They specialize in fondue, and feature combinat...

Volksmarch: January 1, 2009

31 Dec 2008

Happy New Year, everybody! We hope your new year is off to a great start and that you have an abundance of volksmarches in store for you this year! If you keep the fliers coming our way, we wil...

Feeding frenzy

31 Dec 2008

As you travel around Italy's cities, you're more likely to overhear conversations about dinner last night than the soccer game last weekend. I witnessed that recently at the International Salone del Gusto food fair in Turin. Created and organized by the Slow Food movement, Salone del Gusto introduces international food producers to customers.

Let's go / Best bets

01 Dec 2008

Discount couture Those who enjoy major European cities, shopping at fine-fashion stores and saving up to 60 percent off the retail price on the previous season's collections migh...

Spend some cold days on a cool ice rink in Cambridge

31 Dec 2008

CAMBRIDGE What's more entertaining than watching "It's a Wonderful Life," a decent way to work off the general overeating during the month of December and fun for both young and old...

Cheap seats: Winter in Wales

31 Dec 2008

Rail travel can be an inexpensive alternative to flying to your destination, especially when you book your tickets ahead. So pack your woolies and plan a winter visit by rail to the Welsh capit...

After hours: Dreaming of a good burger?

31 Dec 2008

I've said it before and I'll say it again, nice try on the dinner plate, Brits. We Americans appreciate your attempts to replicate the culinary awesomeness that is good barbecue or Mexican food. But something always seems to get lost along the way. So, imagine the pleasant surprise that is Crumb's Food Bar in the village of Mildenhall. This is greasy-spoon eating the way you envision and possibly miss it in the States.

Getting personal: Dream job focuses on health

31 Dec 2008

Losing weight and getting fit: two of the most cliche New Year's resolutions of 'em all. Even more predictable is that most of us who resolve to do so will never end up reaching our goals. ...

Holiday happenings

31 Dec 2008

It's time to bid farewell to 2008 for some, the start of the new year can't come soon enough, while others will say goodbye to the old year with fond memories and a wistful reluctance to give...

Expand your UK IQ: Marmite

31 Dec 2008

Ever wonder just how the most common of items here or back home came into existence? Take Marmite, the love-it-or-hate-it British sandwich spread. It's made from brewer's yeast that's been used...

Quick trips: Tuscan treat

29 Dec 2008

Montepulciano, Italy, is considered one of the most attractive hilltop towns in Tuscany. It is an ancient Etruscan city perched atop Monte Poliziano, overlooking the picture-book-perfect rolling hills that are synonymous with the region. And if the stunning views aren't enough to lure you to the ancient city, then perhaps the locally produced, mouthwatering foods will. Or the wines. Or the honey. Or the olive oil. Or the cheeses.

Letters to the Editor for Tuesday, December 30, 2008

30 Dec 2008

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Click here to jump ah...

Letters to the Editor for Monday, December 29, 2008

29 Dec 2008

European and Mideast editions (EDITOR'S NOTE: These are the letters that appeared in each edition of Stripes on this publication date. Click here to jump ah...

Top 10 Pacific H.S. sports stories of 2008

29 Dec 2008

They gave it their all on the courts and fields of interscholastic athletic endeavor, reaching heights once thought to be unreachable and setting higher standards for those who follow. ...

Top 10 European H.S. sports stories of 2008

28 Dec 2008

Even with fewer schools than at any time since the end of the Cold War, high school athletes and coaches in Europe continued to write history in 2008. The top stories: 1. Bambe...

Christmas in Baghdad

28 Dec 2008

Q: I hear that Baghdad just had its first official public Christmas celebration What's up with THAT? A: While there's always been a Christian presence in Iraq, and Iraqi Chris...

Homefront: Watching the clock for another year

28 Dec 2008

New Year's Eve revelers can be divided into three distinct groups, depending on the way they use the word "party." There are the hard-core partiers, people who go to parties and the r...

Spouse Calls: Large legend, small gifts

28 Dec 2008

It wasn't very deep and crisp and even, but snow did lie 'round about, as we drove away from Prague, the birthplace of King Wenceslas. The landscape was frosted, but the car was warm. Wit...

Games: Shining sequels lead the way to fun

28 Dec 2008

Crisis has a way of focusing your attention on what's really important. It was a terrific year for gamers, with excellent releases in almost every category. As a result, I found myself ha...

Volksmarch: December 24-25, 2008, edition

24 Dec 2008

Happy Holidays everybody! No matter which holiday you celebrate, we hope it finds you in the best of health and spirits. For those who are surrounded by your family count that as a ble...

Calendar of holiday markets and events around Europe

24 Dec 2008

Listings are based on the latest information available at press time, but are subject to change. We recommend checking with the local tourist board to confirm details of the event before travel...

Greet 2009 your way

24 Dec 2008

Despite all the wishes you have no doubt given and received for a joyous upcoming year, sometimes deciding how to get the year started can be a challenge. After getting through the rest...

Stars and Stripes

Indoor pool opens at Seouls K-16 base

AFs uniform approach to teaching

Time to rewind?: Many coaches favor return of the shot clock

Correction

Girl Scout cookie alert

Pacific briefs: Counterintel agent earns Combat Action Medal

Blade ban: Knives best left on base to avoid breaking Japans new weapons law

Article 32 hearing for alleged child rape begins

After hours: Pizzakaya isnt bad for a night out with friends

Letters to the editor for Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Navy beats $600K fundraising goal for CFC

USS Barry docks at Malta for repeat of historic goodwill trip

AFN surveying music tastes for planned overhaul

Resolutions revolution

Army uses adventure activities to fight PTSD

Bush thanks military for serving a just cause

DOD expands medal eligibility

Study: States overseas voting systems are flawed

Army duties dont block football success for family

Mildenhalls Rincan chosen for Air Force XC team

Air Force to airlift into Darfur

Commands wont serve beer during Super Bowl

Blackwater guards plead not guilty in Iraqi deaths

Iraqi school is finally in session

After hours: HK Fusion

A little off base: London gets a taste of the American shopping experience

Getting personal: Fitness specialist prepares to help contestants get through Biggest Loser

Year in review: A look back at 2008 finds a daring rescue, vaccine shortages,

Cheap seats: Go to Greece

Turn back the clock

8th Army soldier accused in New Years restaurant fire

From your house to the big house

Away in a manger

Letters to the editor for Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Letters to the editor for Monday, January 5, 2009

Visitors to U.S. will soon need online approval

Job Talk: Set up for success this year

Two scoops of octopus, please

Homefront: Beware of canine counter surfer

Spouse Calls: Show compassion to spouses

Books: Slangmans World debuts this week

Games: Finding fun in mystery

Games: Cookin with the DS

Games: More raves for rabbids

Itaewon: Troops remember a place known for its vices

Military Update: CBO eyes military retirees, vets for health cost cuts

Letters to the editor for Friday, January 2, 2009

Ring in the new year

After hours: Do-it-yourself dining

Volksmarch: January 1, 2009

Feeding frenzy

Let's go / Best bets

Spend some cold days on a cool ice rink in Cambridge

Cheap seats: Winter in Wales

After hours: Dreaming of a good burger?

Getting personal: Dream job focuses on health

Holiday happenings

Expand your UK IQ: Marmite

Quick trips: Tuscan treat

Letters to the Editor for Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Letters to the Editor for Monday, December 29, 2008

Top 10 Pacific military sports stories of 2008

Top 10 Pacific H.S. sports stories of 2008

Top 10 European H.S. sports stories of 2008

Christmas in Baghdad

Homefront: Watching the clock for another year

Spouse Calls: Large legend, small gifts

Games: Shining sequels lead the way to fun

Volksmarch: December 24-25, 2008, edition

Calendar of holiday markets and events around Europe

Greet 2009 your way

Indoor pool opens at Seouls K-16 base

AFs uniform approach to teaching

Blade ban: Knives best left on base to avoid breaking Japans new weapons law

After hours: Pizzakaya isnt bad for a night out with friends

Bush thanks military for serving a just cause

Study: States overseas voting systems are flawed

Army duties dont block football success for family

Mildenhalls Rincan chosen for Air Force XC team

Commands wont serve beer during Super Bowl

8th Army soldier accused in New Years restaurant fire

Books: Slangmans World debuts this week

Games: Cookin with the DS