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Why service members deserve the right to repair
Service members need the tools, parts and authority to make immediate fixes themselves, without having to navigate red tape
By Lt. Col. Cindy Serrano Roberts (ret.)
Could the LCS fleet be getting a new mission?
A provision in the FY23 defense bill calls on U.S. Southern Command to study the feasibility of permanently assigning LCSs to the combatant command.
Military stores not immune to shortages of kids’ over-the-counter meds
While Army and Air Force Exchange Service stores are well-stocked, other exchange commands and commissaries report strains in their supply.
By Karen Jowers
China sends 71 planes, 7 ships toward Taiwan in 24 hours
The increased military activity came after China expressed anger at Taiwan-related provisions in a U.S. annual defense spending bill.
Close combat ‘mixed reality’ goggle fielding in 2023
Two versions roll out in 2023 with an advanced version coming in 2025.
By Todd South
Pentagon lacks big picture for fighter jet procurement, watchdog says
The Pentagon plans to spend about $100 billion in the next five years to modernize its tactical aviation fleets.
Congress mandates more oversight on Pentagon plans for defending Guam
Lawmakers also want more oversight from the Missile Defense Agency's mission to defend the U.S. territory — a top priority.
By Jen Judson
Biden OKs defense bill despite military COVID vaccine repeal
The defense authorization bill includes $871 billion in military spending priorities for fiscal 2023.
Pacific training center to add partners, events for Army exercises
Military partners from Thailand, Indonesia and the Philippines participated in the recent rotation.
By Todd South
Pentagon awards Tricare contracts worth $136 billion, to start in 2024
TriWest returns as a Tricare contractor, and Humana continues.
By Karen Jowers
Texas university launching trauma research program with military
The new center aims to improve the way medical professionals help both civilians and military patients recover from physical, emotional trauma.
By Allison P. Erickson