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Army identifies soldier killed in Apache training accident
Chief Warrant Officer 2 Dustin K. Wright died in an AH-64 Apache helicopter training accident at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, on June 11.
Navy’s preliminary budget undercuts shipbuilding, senator says
The future looks murky for Navy shipbuilding due to budgetary uncertainty amid lagging ship production, Sen. Roger Wicker said at a recent hearing.
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Boeing Air Force One work continues amid furor over Qatar plane
Boeing is years behind schedule on delivering the newest Air Force One jets and has been repeatedly criticized by President Donald Trump.
Ex-Syrian official claims Austin Tice was killed in 2013
The U.S. government is investigating the claim that the Marine veteran was executed.
Supreme Court ruling gives extra payouts to some combat-wounded vets
The high court ruled that limits on the government's combat-related special compensation program unfairly took away support for injured vets.
US helps defend Israel from Iranian missile attack
The attack follows Israel's airstrikes on Iran's nuclear program and military leadership Thursday.
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Why Homer Simpson is a government fixture familiar to all troops
If you’ve spent time in the armed forces, you’ve had a Homer in your unit. He's not a comedic exaggeration. He’s a federal fixture.
Fort Benning upgrades range to accommodate new sniper rifle
The new rifle can strike targets at 1,500 to 1,800 meters.
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The defense acquisition system is broken — it’s time for an overhaul
The acquisition process is too slow, risk-averse and bureaucratic to deliver the capabilities troops need, Rep. Mike Rogers and Rep. Adam Smith argue.
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Trump should fulfill his promise to create the Space National Guard
It’s time to strengthen — not dismantle — one of America's most proven space war-fighting tools, retired Air Force Gen. Joseph L. Lengyel argues.
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Tactical vehicle mishaps are training failures — simulators could help
Mandating driver training simulators would provide troops with the tools they need to survive, the author of this op-ed argues.
Why Homer Simpson is a government fixture familiar to all troops
If you’ve spent time in the armed forces, you’ve had a Homer in your unit. He's not a comedic exaggeration. He’s a federal fixture.
Why Master Chief shunned the red tape of realistic military promotions
Halo's Master Chief has single-handedly turned the tide of interstellar wars. Yet despite his legendary exploits, his rank has remained static.
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Why troops secretly relate to SpongeBob’s ‘I’m a Goofy Goober’ spiral
For all its absurdity, SpongeBob’s “Goofy Goober” breakdown in “The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie" has become an unlikely touchstone in military circles.
How Battle Brick Customs carved out a space for military collectors
The company produces kits based on real military vehicles, ranging from World War II tanks to modern U.S. Army Humvees and Special Forces boats.
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VA secretary insists massive staff cuts needed to refocus department
Secretary Doug Collins confirmed leaders are looking at trimming 80,000 workers to slim down the growing VA bureaucracy.
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By Karen Jowers
Scorned by Trump, Canadian shipbuilders flash their icebreaker skills
"What we are trying to do is be a contributor to our neighbors and help them,” one Canadian shipbuilding executive said.
Vets are speaking out on Trump administration’s plans to cut VA budget
A handful of veterans speaking to The Associated Press are divided over the Trump administration's proposed cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Everything troops and families need to know about filing taxes in 2025
Tax deadlines are closing in fast. Here's everything military families need to know this season.
By Karen Jowers
Troops booted over COVID vaccine show limited interest in rejoining
About 650 Marines and soldiers who were forced out of the military for refusing to get the COVID vaccine have so far expressed interest in rejoining.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Trump administration plans to cut 80,000 VA employees, memo says
An internal memo instructs top-level Veterans Affairs staff to prepare for an agency-wide reorganization in August.
Trump administration pauses flow of intelligence to Ukraine
U.S. officials said the pause may be lifted when Ukrainian officials show they're serious about pursuing an end to the war on Trump's terms.
What troops and retirees need to know about Tricare in 2025
The 9.6 million Tricare beneficiaries have seen various changes in the Department of Defense health care program.
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