Army updates facial hair policy, requires exemptions and shaving planSoldiers who cannot comply within a reasonable timeframe may be administratively separated.By Todd South8 hours ago
200 Marines deploy to Florida as Pentagon approves more support to ICEThe Marines will be assigned tasks related to transportation, logistics and administrative functions. They're not authorized to make arrests.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher29 hours ago
Former Marine captain’s Syrian detention reaches 11th yearSyrian officials were willing to share proof of life information as recently as 2020, reporting indicates.By Todd South23 months ago
Chinese defense minister to visit Russia, Belarus in show of supportChinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu is visiting Russia and Belarus in a show of support for those nations.23 months ago
OpinionBuilding a safety net to protect our veterans from suicideSuicide prevention requires a focus on more than just mental health.By Margaret Harrell23 months ago
DNA analysis helps identify remains of WWII veteranArmy Air Forces 1st Lt. Alfred W. Pezzella will be buried in Bourne, Massachusetts.23 months ago
The Pentagon plans to shake up DC’s National GuardU.S. officials say the Pentagon is developing plans to restructure the National Guard in Washington, D.C.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press23 months ago
US Army plans to grow Patriot missile defense forceThe Army will grow its Patriot air and missile defense units, but it will take time as the service faces forcewide recruiting challenges.By Jen Judson23 months ago
Air Force contractor charged with soliciting minor, stealing gearBrent DeSalvo, 48, of Manchester, Tennessee, has pleaded not guilty in Coffee County Circuit Court to two felony charges and one misdemeanor charge.By Rachel S. Cohen23 months ago
State Dept. to hire new chief diversity officer as Pentagon stays mumThe departures in these “c-suite” leadership positions come at a time when criticism of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility is at a high.By Molly Weisner23 months ago
Feds investigating Air Force contractor for network breach, theftThe employee at Arnold Air Force Base allegedly stole nearly $90,000 in military and state government radio equipment software, federal investigators say.By Rachel S. Cohen24 months ago
Some on-post kiosks offer sushi, salads and more where troops live Commissaries are plumping up their selections of healthy foods, and working to get the items closer to where troops live and work.By Karen Jowers24 months ago