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Judge dismisses murder charges against soldier, Simone Biles’ brother
A judge dismissed murder charges filed against Tevin Biles-Thomas, ruling Tuesday that prosecutors did not present evidence to sustain a conviction in a 2018 New Year’s Eve party shooting in Cleveland that left three men dead.
How the United States can ensure American weapons aren’t used for human rights abuses
The United States must ensure that arms sold to its allies aren't used to enable abuses or significant humanitarian harm, says the author of this commentary.
By Shannon Dick
Marines must ‘be comfortable discussing life’s struggles’ commandant says to Corps’ 10-year-high suicide rate
A total of 77 Marines ― 58 active-duty Marines and 19 reservists ― died by suicide in 2018, Marine Corps Manpower and Reserve Affairs said Thursday.
By Philip Athey
Active duty suicides are on the rise, as the Pentagon works on new messaging and strategy
Pentagon data shows that active duty suicides are rising, while the National Guard has the highest rate overall.
Marines’ remains recovered from December mid-air collision in Japan
Six Marines died in the collision of two planes off Japan.
Memorial Day 2019 — The Fallen
As we have done every year since 2003, Military Times offers a final salute to the service members who fell while deployed in support of named operations overseas during the past 12 months. The sacrifice of these men and women will not be forgotten.
Airdrops increase 20-fold as Taliban threaten Afghan roadways and provincial capitals
The Taliban continue to threaten Afghanistan’s provincial capitals, particularly Ghazni and Farah cities, both of which came under siege during the 2018 fighting season, according to the Department of Defense Inspector General.
By Kyle Rempfer
The 386-squadron goal is still lean compared to Desert Storm days, Air Force chief says
The Air Force is not playing a negotiating trick by asking for more squadrons than it needs and then bartering with lawmakers downward, according to the Air Force chief of staff.
By Kyle Rempfer
Military tax tips: New tax law is (mostly) good news
Your overall taxes may be less in 2018 because of changes in law, even though you're losing some deductions.
By Karen Jowers
Suicides among active-duty soldiers are up about 20 percent
While active-duty reports are up, totals including the National Guard and Reserve were down in 2018.
Here’s how some military spouses could get potentially thousands of dollars in tax refunds
Don't file your 2018 tax returns before you read this. Military spouses have this new right, but get advice from your legal assistance office first.
By Karen Jowers