National Guard exceeds recruiting goals for fiscal year 2025The Army National Guard and Air National Guard combined to recruit 50,000 new enlistees.By Todd South2 days ago
Soldiers push limits to compete for expert badgesThe Expert Soldier Badge was introduced in 2019 for soldiers with MOSs outside of infantry, medical and special forces communities.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 days ago
Air Force: Qatar air force facility in Idaho ‘in the works for years’The defense secretary's announcement that the U.S. will allow Qatar to build an air force facility in Idaho mirrors other ally accommodations.By Carla Babb4 days ago
College-style dining facilities coming to Army basesThe U.S. Army has signed a contract to create dining venues at several installations aimed at revamping soldiers’ culinary experience.By Riley Ceder5 days ago
Here’s what’s new in soldier gear in 2025 and beyondFrom body armor to loitering munitions, the center for all things soldier gear is upgrading and fielding new equipment to troops.By Todd South, Beth Sullivan and J.D. Simkins5 days ago
DOD imposes burdensome rules, retaliation on home day cares, moms sayThe Pentagon said military families can help solve the child care shortage, but providers say over-the-top rules are driving them away.By Jennifer Brookland, The War Horse10 days ago