promotions

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John Nagl, who strongly felt that the Army’s top brass were too hidebound to the old ways of warfighting—large-scale tank-and-infantry battles—and were blocking the promotions of officers who were fighting counterinsurgency battles in the field.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Plus, Pete Hegseth blocked and delayed Air Force promotions, and couture brands love Mumbai embroiderers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Current promotions bring VPN Plus down to $2.99/month on a 2-year plan, with the 1-year option at $4.99/month.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Being in the office helps junior workers build their networking and communication skills — which are key for future promotions, she noted.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Dorothy wielded her influence to win promotions for both Katherine and her white colleague.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly