US to withdraw from Chad, Niger amid counterterrorism role questionsThe U.S. will relocate most of the forces it's deployed in Chad, and the majority of the U.S. personnel assigned to Niger are also expected to depart.By Tara Copp, AP3 days ago
No final decision on withdrawing US troops from Niger and ChadA top U.S. military official says there's been no final decision on whether or not all U.S. troops will leave Niger and Chad.By Tara Copp, AP4 days ago
Monthly bonuses for junior troops included in defense budget planUnder the latest congressional budget plan, troops E-6 and below could start getting monthly bonuses from the Defense Department to offset low base pay.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacksNearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.By Meghann Myers7 weeks ago
Why getting more female troops into Special Operations will take timeAs recently released data from the military services has shown, the participation of women in elite special operations roles remains a rarity.By Hope Hodge Seck8 weeks ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers8 weeks ago
Mental health outreach efforts need more focus on women vets: reportAdvocates say more research and emphasis is needed on the particular mental health challenges facing women veterans.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Some traumatic brain injuries linked to increased risk of brain cancerConcussions were not found to increase brain cancer risk.By Meghann Myers2 months ago
Native American veterans save millions after VA waives copaymentsThe VA said it exempted or reimbursed more than 143,000 copayments totaling approximately $2.5 million.By Jonathan Lehrfeld2 months ago
MRE fruits and veggies to get major upgrade with new technologyThe main goal is to preserve not only the nutrition of the produce but also its taste.By Sarah Sicard2 months ago
Most casualties from recent attacks in Middle East are brain injuriesTroops have been attacked 170 times since October.By Meghann Myers2 months ago
Meth, gang, night club: Fort Liberty leader faces multiple chargesThe charges include bringing meth into the U.S. and engaging in online activities in support of a criminal gang in Mexico.By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville Observer2 months ago