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Air Force aviators could nab $50K each year by staying in uniform

Pilots, air battle managers and combat systems operators who sign new contracts will receive between $15,000 and $50,000 annually for three to 12 years.

5 hours ago

In this photo provided by the U.S. Navy, the guided-missile destroyer Chung-Hoon observes a Chinese navy ship conduct what it called an "unsafe” Chinese maneuver in the Taiwan Strait, Saturday, June 3, 2023.

US releases video showing close-call with Chinese destroyer

The United States military has released video of what it called an “unsafe” Chinese maneuver in the Taiwan Strait.

6 hours ago

Your Military

Leave forms may be gone, but admin headaches endure for some soldiers

The Army's new human resources platform promised efficiency and transparency, but some units are still holding leave hostage over paperwork.

U.S war veterans salute during a ceremony outside the Pegasus Bridge memorial in Benouville, Normandy, Monday, June 5, 2023.

World War II veterans return to Utah Beach to mark D-Day anniversary

Dozens of World War II veterans have traveled to Normandy this week to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day.

6 hours ago

This still image taken from surveillance video from a U.S. Navy Boeing P-8 Poseidon shows three Iranian Revolutionary Guard fast-attack vessels near a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, Sunday, June 4, 2023.

US Navy says Iran boats ‘harassed’ ship in Strait of Hormuz

The guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul and the Royal Navy’s frigate HMS Lancaster responded to the incident, according to the U.S. Navy.

7 hours ago

Why colorblindness disqualifies military pilot hopefuls

Each service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards.

7 hours ago

Commanding officer of destroyer Stout relieved for ‘loss of confidence

Cmdr. Jeffrey Applebaugh, who has served as the commanding officer of the USS Stout since October 2022, was ousted due to a “loss of confidence."

10 hours ago

The Army’s 82nd Airborne Division has a new battlefield tech unit

Gainey Company, the 82nd Airborne Division's newest unit, has three platoons focused on different areas of battlefield tech.

12 hours ago

US defense secretary discusses upgrading India ties to counter China

The U.S. Defense Secretary discussed upgrading partnership with India as both countries grapple with China’s economic rise and rising belligerence.

15 hours ago

Russia claims Ukraine is attacking; Kyiv calls that disinformation

Kyiv authorities didn’t confirm the attacks Monday and suggested the claims that major battles are underway were a Russian misinformation ruse.

15 hours ago

What are disinformation and extremism? And why should troops be aware?

An overview of disinformation and extremism and the debate surrounding their spread among military and veteran communities.

16 hours ago

After debt fight, Congress turns its attention to defense budget

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 5, 2023.

27 hours ago

F-16 jet scrambled to respond to unresponsive small plane over capital

The fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region.

27 hours ago

Kayla Arestivo, a therapist with Trails of Purpose, watches as volunteers help move bales of hay on May 20, 2023, in Chesapeake, Va., ahead of the opening of their new location in Virginia Beach, Va.

Virginia nonprofit expands mental health services for military members

Trails of Purpose provides therapeutic care for service members, using horses for assisted psychotherapy and mental health education.

35 hours ago

A Ukrainian soldier covers his ears while firing a mortar at Russian positions on the frontline near Bakhmut, Donetsk region, Ukraine, Monday, May 29, 2023.

Ukraine keeps up pressure in Bakhmut after Russian victory declaration

Russian forces declared victory in the eastern city last month, but Ukrainian defenders aren’t retreating.

36 hours ago

Virginia Military cadets leave the barracks while participating in the annual end of the year parade on Friday, May 14, 2021, in Lexington, Va.

Military college’s chief of diversity quits amid debate over DEI

The chief diversity officer of the nation’s oldest state-supported military college, Virginia Military Institute, has turned in her resignation.

36 hours ago

Gen. Milley awarded France’s highest medal of honor

French President Emmanuel Macron awarded U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley the order of Commander of the Legion of Honor.

2 days ago

China’s defense minister defends country’s response to ‘provocation’

Li questioned why foreign jets and naval vessels were operating so close to China and said foreign militaries should “mind your own business.”

2 days ago

Austin seeks meeting with China, says ‘right time to talk is now’

“The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People’s Republic of China are essential," Austin said.

3 days ago

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Pilots, air battle managers and combat systems operators who sign new contracts will receive between $15,000 and $50,000 annually for three to 12 years.

The United States military has released video of what it called an “unsafe” Chinese maneuver in the Taiwan Strait.

The Army's new human resources platform promised efficiency and transparency, but some units are still holding leave hostage over paperwork.

Dozens of World War II veterans have traveled to Normandy this week to mark the 79th anniversary of D-Day.

The guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul and the Royal Navy’s frigate HMS Lancaster responded to the incident, according to the U.S. Navy.

Each service has its own vision requirements for enlistment or commission. But within the branches, specific occupations have different standards.

Cmdr. Jeffrey Applebaugh, who has served as the commanding officer of the USS Stout since October 2022, was ousted due to a “loss of confidence."

Gainey Company, the 82nd Airborne Division's newest unit, has three platoons focused on different areas of battlefield tech.

The U.S. Defense Secretary discussed upgrading partnership with India as both countries grapple with China’s economic rise and rising belligerence.

Kyiv authorities didn’t confirm the attacks Monday and suggested the claims that major battles are underway were a Russian misinformation ruse.

An overview of disinformation and extremism and the debate surrounding their spread among military and veteran communities.

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 5, 2023.

The fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region.

Trails of Purpose provides therapeutic care for service members, using horses for assisted psychotherapy and mental health education.

Russian forces declared victory in the eastern city last month, but Ukrainian defenders aren’t retreating.

The chief diversity officer of the nation’s oldest state-supported military college, Virginia Military Institute, has turned in her resignation.

French President Emmanuel Macron awarded U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley the order of Commander of the Legion of Honor.

Li questioned why foreign jets and naval vessels were operating so close to China and said foreign militaries should “mind your own business.”

“The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People’s Republic of China are essential," Austin said.