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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.

13 hours ago

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.

15 hours ago

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.

16 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.

17 hours ago

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.

21 hours ago

Enlisted Marine leader charged with DUI, hitting 2 teenage pedestrians

Marine 1st. Sgt. Beth Ellen Abbott has been relieved of her position as the senior enlisted leader of the combat instructor battalion at The Basic School.

24 hours ago

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.

2 days 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.

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.

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.

2 days ago

Meet the next sergeant major of the Marine Corps

Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz is currently the top enlisted Marine at Marine Corps Forces Reserve and Marine Corps Forces South.

2 days 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.

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

New robotics job field may be coming to the Marine Corps

Marine leaders aren’t yet sure how they will find or train people with the knowledge to operate autonomous systems.

2 days ago

Historic Marine artillery battalion deactivates on Hawaii

Hawaii's 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, folded its colors May 26 as part of Force Design 2030.

2 days 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.

2 days 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.

2 days ago

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

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

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

Marine 1st. Sgt. Beth Ellen Abbott has been relieved of her position as the senior enlisted leader of the combat instructor battalion at The Basic School.

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.

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

Sgt. Maj. Carlos A. Ruiz is currently the top enlisted Marine at Marine Corps Forces Reserve and Marine Corps Forces South.

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."

Marine leaders aren’t yet sure how they will find or train people with the knowledge to operate autonomous systems.

Hawaii's 1st Battalion, 12th Marines, folded its colors May 26 as part of Force Design 2030.

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.