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Nearly $2M available for military families in Guam after typhoon

Relief societies are providing grants to military, families in Guam for basic needs such as shelter, food and gas.

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Former airman loses appeal in 2005 double homicide case at Robins AFB

Andrew Witt, a former senior airman, was convicted in 2005 of a double homicide, and was later sentenced to life without parole.

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When are jets allowed to go ‘boom,’ AKA, break the sound barrier?

One F-16 Fighting Falcon that responded to the unresponsive Cessna made the jump to supersonic speed, though three others were also authorized to do so.

A military man in combat in a scene from the 2001 film "Black Hawk Down."

43 of the most timeless war movies ever made

If looking for war movies to binge, try these absolute classics.

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Afghan refugees Azita Jawady and her husband Hamid Sadra at their home in Austin on May 17.

A frayed refugee system creates obstacles for Afghans in Texas

The refugee system in Texas and nationally is still recovering from major cuts. The latest casualty is Texas’ largest resettlement agency.

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Wrong ball: Soldier’s ‘donkey kick’ leads to soccer tourney scuffle

“The problem with adult men playing soccer is that they take it too seriously,” the referee reflected.

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U.S. war veterans attend a ceremony to mark the 79th anniversary of the assault that led to the liberation of France and Western Europe from Nazi control, at the American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy, France, Tuesday, June 6, 2023.

Normandy marks D-Day’s 79th anniversary, honors World War II veterans

World War II veterans, officials and visitors are commemorating D-Day on the beaches of Normandy.

17 hours ago

A Philippine Coast Guard personnel, left, participate in a drill on board the PCG Melchora Aquino ship off the waters of Bataan, Philippines, Tuesday, June 6, 2023.

US, Japanese, Philippine coast guard ships stage drills

U.S., Japanese and Philippine coast guard ships have staged law enforcement drills in waters near the disputed South China Sea.

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Papa Jake survived D-Day on Omaha Beach. Now he’s a TikTok star.

World War II veteran Jake Larson is best known on social media under the name “Papa Jake.”

17 hours ago

GOP senator questions VA deputy nominee over whistleblower issue

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, could delay the confirmation of the first woman ever nominated for the VA leadership post.

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Ukraine dam collapse triggers emergency as Moscow and Kyiv trade blame

The dam collapse has triggered floods, endangering Europe’s largest nuclear power plant and threatening drinking water supplies.

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U.S. Gen. Mark Milley, left, shakes hands with Tec4 Moshe D. Lenske during a gathering in preparation of the 79th D-Day anniversary in La Fiere, Normandy, France, Sunday, June 4, 2023.

At Normandy D-Day celebrations, echoes of Ukraine’s looming fight

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has echoed throughout the events leading up to this year's commemorations of the 1944 D-Day landings in Normandy.

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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.

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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.

2 days ago

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.

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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.

2 days 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.

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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.

2 days 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."

2 days ago

News about the U.S. Military. Army, Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.

Relief societies are providing grants to military, families in Guam for basic needs such as shelter, food and gas.

Andrew Witt, a former senior airman, was convicted in 2005 of a double homicide, and was later sentenced to life without parole.

One F-16 Fighting Falcon that responded to the unresponsive Cessna made the jump to supersonic speed, though three others were also authorized to do so.

If looking for war movies to binge, try these absolute classics.

The refugee system in Texas and nationally is still recovering from major cuts. The latest casualty is Texas’ largest resettlement agency.

“The problem with adult men playing soccer is that they take it too seriously,” the referee reflected.

World War II veterans, officials and visitors are commemorating D-Day on the beaches of Normandy.

U.S., Japanese and Philippine coast guard ships have staged law enforcement drills in waters near the disputed South China Sea.

World War II veteran Jake Larson is best known on social media under the name “Papa Jake.”

Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, could delay the confirmation of the first woman ever nominated for the VA leadership post.

The dam collapse has triggered floods, endangering Europe’s largest nuclear power plant and threatening drinking water supplies.

Russia's invasion of Ukraine has echoed throughout the events leading up to this year's commemorations of the 1944 D-Day landings in Normandy.

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."