Female troops bristle at Pentagon’s review of combat rolesSome women say they suspect the review has been launched merely to buttress a predetermined conclusion: that they do not belong in the infantry. By Tanya Noury5 days ago
A veteran’s search for healing led to an ibogaine trip and an epiphanyMarc Dervaes journeyed to Mexico for a psychedelic drug that more military veterans are hoping will relieve their trauma. Then he went a second time.By Natanya Friedheim, The War Horse10 days ago
Navy F-35 pilots train to wield drones with touchscreen tabletsThese autonomous unmanned systems, operating with artificial intelligence, can be used as “loyal wingmen” by aviators. By Zita Ballinger Fletcher11 days ago
Jeremy Chambers becomes first Army NCO to commission as FAO captainIn a milestone for the U.S. Army, it has promoted a senior NCO directly to captain in the foreign area officer field for the first time.By Eve Sampson12 days ago
Navy introduces combat fitness test for SEALs, fleet divers, othersCombat arms personnel in the U.S. Navy will need to complete the new test once a year, executing swims, runs, push-ups, and pull-ups.By Riley Ceder13 days ago
DOD launches review of ‘effectiveness’ of women in ground combat rolesArmy and Marine Corp leaders will submit data on readiness, training, performance, casualties and command climate of ground combat units and personnel.By Tanya Noury13 days ago