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Some VA employees’ overtime pay will be delayed by software problems
Software handling timecards for VA employees has been malfunctioning for nearly a week, prompting concerns about paycheck delays.
4 US soldiers missing in Lithuania have died, NATO leader says
Four U.S. soldiers are missing in Lithuania and were participating in tactical training "at the time of the incident," the Army said.
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US allies alarmed by leaked group chat about Houthi attack plans
For some U.S. allies, the leaked group chat about a planned Yemen attack casts doubt on intelligence-sharing with Washington.
Military moves are improving some under new contract, general claims
After months' of problems, officials are seeing fewer claims tied to delays in shipments.
National Medal of Honor Museum opens its doors
Spearheaded by Jerry Jones of Dallas Cowboys fame, the National Medal of Honor Museum seeks to educate and inspire America's youth.
White House, DOD deny that Hegseth leaked military secrets in chat app
Administration officials acknowledged that top leaders used a non-government group chat to coordinate ahead of military airstrikes in Yemen.
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WWII podcast sets sights on stories that offer lessons for future wars
What happens when a Navy captain and a historian walk into a bar? They come out with a hit podcast about the Pacific War.
US Navy reiterates social media limits for sailors and Marines
U.S. Navy and Marine Corps service members were reminded to stray from engaging in partisan political activity on social media.
Child care, teaching positions safe from DOD civilian hiring freeze
Some key positions in military quality-of-life programs are exempt from the department's hiring freeze.
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The Army’s body composition policies must evolve
In this op-ed, the author argues the Army’s outdated body composition policies are quietly eroding the readiness, health and performance of the force.
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Why the US military has cared about climate change since the Cold War
In this commentary, the author examines how the U.S. military sees climate change as a threat in itself and a threat multiplier for national security.
Life of pie: Soldier charged with loan fraud in bakery boondoggle
The soldier has been charged for allegedly using a fraudulent pie business called “Granny’s Delight” to obtain COVID-related business relief loans.
Marine lights candles for romantic hotel surprise, sets room on fire
Update the safety brief.
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Did a US F-22 shoot down a UFO? Photo of aerial object adds to mystery
A grainy image (it’s always a grainy image) of an object downed by an F-22 over Canada's Yukon territory has aviation (and UFO) enthusiasts chattering.
Air Force Falcons unveil glorious AFSOC-themed football unis
The Air Force just dropped some special edition football uniforms and they are certifiably fire.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to visit the Philippines, the first stop in his first trip to the Indo-Pacific next week.
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A man had been stranded for nearly two days after flipping his off-road motorcycle when a Marine helicopter crew spotted him.
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Hegseth beefs up Middle East warship presence with 2 aircraft carriers
The defense secretary has ordered the carriers Carl Vinson and Harry S. Truman to be in the region as the U.S. increases strikes on Houthi rebels.
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Boeing wins contract for NGAD fighter jet, dubbed F-47
The Air Force said Boeing's F-47 will fly by the end of President Trump's administration.
Child care, teaching positions safe from DOD civilian hiring freeze
Some key positions in military quality-of-life programs are exempt from the department's hiring freeze.
By Karen Jowers
Why Navy destroyers are being sent to the southern border mission
The Pentagon made waves Monday when it announced the deployment of the Arleigh-Burke class destroyer Gravely to patrol near the southern border.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Army unveils new Mariner and Mountaineer Badges
The badges will recognize proficiency in mariner operations at three different levels of skill and proficiency in mountaineering operations.
By Riley Ceder
GOP lawmakers suggest DOD cut climate change initiatives from budget
Republican leaders in Congress are recommending the Pentagon cut $377.35 million worth of climate change initiatives and allocate that money elsewhere.
By Jen Judson