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VA acknowledges significant errors in budget shortfall predictions
Department leaders had warned of funding gaps of up to $18 billion but now believe those estimates were too high.
Women in combat ‘proficient,’ SecDef says, dismissing calls for change
Austin praised women in the military and said they should not be removed from front-line fighting posts.
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Female recruits now shipping equally to MCRDs Parris Island, San Diego
The Marine Corps has hit its goal of assigning women to its boot camps the same way it assigns men.
Pentagon to send Ukraine anti-personnel mines ‘soon,’ US says
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin wouldn't say whether the mines are part of a new round of military aid announced this week.
Marines put new amphibious vehicle to the test in first at-sea drill
Nearly 200 Marines and 400 sailors from I Marine Expeditionary Force and Expeditionary Strike Group 3 conducted the drills off the coast of Camp Pendleton.
US to send Ukraine $275M in new weapons to bolster Kyiv before Trump
The latest tranche of weapons comes as worries grow about an escalation in the conflict.
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Army taps ‘Ghost Fleet’ authors to write novel on multi-domain warfare
The Army’s concept of future warfare is getting the Tom Clancy treatment.
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidents
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
Last American soldier to leave Afghanistan to command US Army Europe
The general, whose career has been defined by special operations, has been tapped to lead a conventional deterrence mission.
Chris Pratt-produced film on heroic military chaplains hits theaters
The film highlights the lesser-known stories of military chaplains, uniformed pastors and leaders who deploy to conflict without weapons.
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Military kids deserve to stay on their parents’ Tricare plan until 26
In this opinion piece, a Virginia lawmaker argues for extending Tricare coverage for dependents until they hit 26, as it is in the civilian world.
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Did a US F-22 shoot down a UFO? Photo of aerial object adds to mystery
A grainy image (it’s always a grainy image) of an object downed by an F-22 over Canada's Yukon territory has aviation (and UFO) enthusiasts chattering.
Air Force Falcons unveil glorious AFSOC-themed football unis
The Air Force just dropped some special edition football uniforms and they are certifiably fire.
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Meal, Ready-to-Bulk? Pentagon urged to add creatine to MREs
The gains-based recommendation will now await a Senate decision in order to become law.
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Two soldiers get prison time for creating child sexual abuse material
The pair also took explicit photos of other soldiers without their consent.
By Riley Ceder
Air Force A-10 will no longer bare teeth overseas with Korea exit
The Air Force will begin removing its A-10 Thunderbolt II aircraft from Osan Air Base starting in January 2025.
By Riley Ceder
Soldier creates device that speeds up Apache missile system rearming
A wheelbarrow-like cart cut an 8-minute job to under a minute.
By Todd South
Army taps ‘Ghost Fleet’ authors to write novel on multi-domain warfare
The Army’s concept of future warfare is getting the Tom Clancy treatment.
By Hope Hodge Seck
China defense minister declines US meeting, breaking military talks
The decision not to meet marks the first time the talks have broken down in a year.
Lawmakers advance plans to boost veteran caregiver support
Bipartisan legislation passed by the House would improve at-home care options for ailing vets and mandate protections for community care programs.
Pentagon chief visits island near South China Sea in sign to Beijing
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin ended his last trip to the Philippines by visiting a military site near the disputed waterway.
Veteran who killed Iraqi civilian sentenced to prison for Capitol riot
Edward Richmond Jr. attacked police officers with a metal baton during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Chris Pratt-produced film on heroic military chaplains hits theaters
The film highlights the lesser-known stories of military chaplains, uniformed pastors and leaders who deploy to conflict without weapons.
By Hope Hodge Seck
Soldier sentenced to prison for trading child sexual abuse material
The soldier admitted in online messages to sexually abusing a child prior to being in the Army.
By Riley Ceder