Marine who died in Osprey rescue effort awarded top non-combat medal
A Marine who escaped a fiery Osprey crash but died trying to rescue the trapped pilots will receive the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for his heroism.
By Tara Copp
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Two Georgia Army Guard soldiers dead in non-combat incidents in Iraq
The incidents are unrelated and under investigation, service officials said.
By Todd South
Ukraine weapon switcheroos are flushing Soviet arms out of Europe
As some Eastern European nations send their Soviet-era kit to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s attack, the new weapons those nations stand to get in return from the United States and its allies could shape the continent’s arsenal for years to come.
Officer faces court-martial for refusing mask mandate, COVID test
1st Lt. Mark Bashaw is the former headquarters company commander for the Army Public Health Center.
By Davis Winkie
Court to decide if Hyten will face trial in civil suit for sexual assault
The appeals court could take three months to a year to decide whether the case against retired Air Force Gen. John Hyten, the former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will proceed.
Fighter jet pilots at greater risk of certain cancers, study concludes
Researchers recommend that fighter aviators who served during the 35-year span in question talk with their doctor or flight surgeon about the report.
GOMORs galore: Punishments to be issued for unvaccinated troops caught unmasked at Fort Knox
Dozens of soldiers are facing formal reprimands after senior leaders caught them unmasked and unvaccinated against the coronavirus.
By Davis Winkie
Free new wedding gowns? Check out this program for the military
Military-connected brides-to-be can apply to Operation Deploy Your Dress before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time June 18 for a free gown of your choice.
By Karen Jowers
A year without combat deaths: This Memorial Day, military fatalities overseas were the fewest since 9/11
18 service members have died in non-combat incidents overseas since last Memorial Day—the lowest number in more than two decades.
By Harm Venhuizen
Murder of newly commissioned lieutenant leads to advocacy and lasting change
Richard Collins III was killed in what prosecutors alleged was a racially motivated hate crime. His parents have tirelessly advocated for racial justice in the wake of his death.
By Harm Venhuizen
Air Force doctor killed in vehicle accident in United Arab Emirates
Capt. (Dr.) Kelliann Leli, 30, died Nov. 27 in a non-combat-related vehicle incident at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. She had deployed from Travis Air Force Base, California.
By Kent Miller
What dog tags can teach us about veteran care coordination in the wake of COVID-19
The authors of this commentary say a modern equivalent to the dog tag, which carries vital information for service members on the battlefield, is needed for health records for veterans seeking care outside the VA health system.
By Sherman Gillums Jr. and Eugene Luskin