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Maryland loses last A-10s, becomes the only Air Guard without planes
The divestment of the Maryland National Guard's fleet of A-10s left it as the only Air Guard in the country without a flying mission.
Anduril nears first drone wingman flight, promises early autonomy
Anduril said that flying its CCA semiautonomously from the start will allow it to "leapfrog" over parts of the testing process.
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Here’s how looming government shutdown could affect troops, families
Lawmakers are pushing for military pay to continue. Some operations, like child care, may vary from base to base.
Trump says he now thinks Ukraine can win back all land lost to Russia
It's a dramatic shift from the U.S. leader’s repeated calls on Kyiv to make concessions to end the war.
USS Stockdale arrives in Caribbean to support counter-narcotics effort
The USS Stockdale joins seven Navy vessels stationed in the U.S. Southern Command area of operations.
CENTCOM forms task force to speed delivery of drones, tech to troops
The Rapid Employment Joint Task Force aims to deliver viable technology to service members and units in the field within 60 days.
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Who is John Frum? Inside the ‘cargo cult’ that worships American GIs
The theology is simple enough: The practice of the cult centers on the worship of cargo. American cargo.
China and Russia conduct joint sub patrols — should America worry?
While the exercise only involved two subs, the warning was clear: America should contemplate the prospect of confronting a China-Russia alliance.
First F-47 now being built, will fly in 2028: US Air Force chief
The sixth-generation F-47 will replace the F-22 Raptor, have advanced engines and stealth and fly with drone wingmen called collaborative combat aircraft.
Muhammad Ali’s unsigned Vietnam draft card heads to auction
Muhammad Ali's refusal to sign his Vietnam-era military draft card upended the boxing champ's life and added a powerful voice to the anti-war movement.
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Man in Italian supercar chases world record atop aircraft carrier
A driver off Italy’s central coast has made a bid for a new world record for the fastest car on a boat.
The next military shooter showdown: ‘Call of Duty’ vs. ‘Battlefield’
This fall, two video game franchises are going head-to-head, with the upcoming releases of "Call of Duty: Black Ops 7" and "Battlefield 6."
‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’ cements dominance of military thrillers
The success of "Dark Wolf" reflects broader audience demand for military and espionage dramas.
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Country music no longer owns the troops, and that’s a good thing
Troops today are just as likely to share playlists filled with hip-hop, EDM or K-pop as they are with country music legends.
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Army Secretary in ‘holy war’ with Congress over budget flexibility
Secretary Driscoll is pressing Congress to grant more budget flexibility for electronic warfare, drones and counter-drone efforts.
By Jen Judson
Who is John Frum? Inside the ‘cargo cult’ that worships American GIs
The theology is simple enough: The practice of the cult centers on the worship of cargo. American cargo.
China and Russia conduct joint sub patrols — should America worry?
While the exercise only involved two subs, the warning was clear: America should contemplate the prospect of confronting a China-Russia alliance.
By Michael Peck
Air Force launches new initiative to boost physical fitness
As part of the "Culture of Fitness" initiative, gyms across all Air Force and Space Force facilities will be open 24/7.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Chief of staff’s exit won’t leave gap at top of Air Force, Meink says
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin's retirement, announcement halfway through the typical four-year term, surprised many last month.
USAF must focus maintainers on key planes as readiness suffers: Meink
Readiness rates of U.S. Air Force planes have steadily declined in recent years, despite efforts by multiple administrations to improve them.
Some Navy families see delays in child care assistance payments
Payments, normally made within 10 days, are taking up to 45 days in some cases.
By Karen Jowers
West Point violating First Amendment with professor crackdown: Lawsuit
A West Point professor has filed a lawsuit against the school, arguing it violates the First Amendment by banning professors' opinions in the classroom.
First F-47 now being built, will fly in 2028: US Air Force chief
The sixth-generation F-47 will replace the F-22 Raptor, have advanced engines and stealth and fly with drone wingmen called collaborative combat aircraft.
Navy issues instructions for reporting improper social media use
CNO Adm. Daryl Caudle issued a Sept. 15 memo that details how the Navy should report instances of unprofessional online behavior.
By Riley Ceder