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How a Government Shutdown Impacts Pay, Benefits
The Defense Department has released details on what the shutdown means for pay and benefits.
Announcing the Military.com Spouse Changemaker Award
The award shines a light on someone whose work has had a substantial impact on the military spouse community.
It's Time to Focus on Your Purpose
Making it in military life means having a purpose. But how do you find one?
Time to Nominate Your Amazing Military Spouse Friend for This Award
Know someone amazing? Now is the time to nominate them.
Tricare Survey: Advocacy Group Wants Your Help
MOAA wants Tricare users to weigh in on their health benefits.
Need to Know: These New UCMJ Laws Start Jan. 1
A series of sweeping reforms and updates to the Uniformed Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) kick in on Jan. 1, 2019.
CORRECTED: Tricare Says No Increase for Most Pregnancy Costs in 2018
The cost of having a baby will likely not change in 2018 for most active-duty Tricare Standard and Guard and Reserve users.
5 Military Marriage Lessons from 'This Is Us'
Fans of 'This Is Us' know that, just like real life, relationships aren't always perfect. But at the end of the day, this is...
On Alaska Base, Clean-Up Starts After 7.0 Earthquake
The massive earthquake struck at 8:29 a.m. Friday, with an epicenter about seven miles northwest of the base.
These Are the Best Military Photos of 2018
Inspirational, patriotic and heart wrenching -- these are the Pentagon's best photos of 2018.
VA Stops Dropping Family Caregivers Amid Program Review
The VA has stopped dropping caregivers from a program designed to compensate family who provide care to severely injured troo...
The Top 10 Military Stories of 2018
This list highlights 10 topics from 2018 chosen by Military.com editors as having the most significance.
Here Are the 2019 CONUS COLA Rates
Fewer troops will receive a cost-of-living-adjustment (COLA) payment stateside in 2019
Find Your New 2019 BAH Rate
Many active-duty troops will see their Basic Allowance for Housing rise in their 2019 paychecks.
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More Than 17,000 Uniformed Medical Jobs Eyed for Elimination
The reduction will allow those billets to be repurposed as war fighters or combat-support skills to increase lethality.
Sacked Sub Commander Hired 10 Prostitutes in Philippines: Report
Capt. Travis Zettel lost his job on board a Navy submarine because of "a loss in confidence in his ability to command."
Smith & Wesson Unveils New Customized .38 Snub-Nosed Revolver
The new Model 442 is a lightweight, J-frame revolver that features a popular internal hammer design.
Coast Guard Reprimands Officer over White Supremacy Sign
The Coast Guard has reprimanded a Coast Guard officer for flashing a white supremacy hand sign on live television.
Space Force, F-15X, Light Attack: What Will the Air Force Seek in Latest Budget?
The Air Force is seeking to increase its capabilities with 74 additional squadrons over the next decade.
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Army News
JSOC Member Released from Hospital After Being Shot During Training
A soldier who was wounded during pistol training Monday has been released from the hospital, Bragg officials said.
1st Cav Soldiers Die in On-Duty Vehicle Incidents 3 Days Apart
A 1st Cavalry Division soldier was killed Monday and three were injured in an armored vehicle accident at Fort Irwin.
Wife Charged in Death of Army Soldier on New Year's Eve
Army Sgt. Tyrone Hassel III, a Michigan native, was killed on New Year's Eve.
Navy News
Navy to Embrace 'Mission Command' Concepts to Match Adversaries
Naval Surface Forces Commander Vice Adm. Richard Brown favors longer ship assignments and trust in commanders at sea.
Navy Officer Stole $2.7 Million to Feed High-Stakes Poker Habit
Lt. Randolph Prince, 45, was sentenced this week to more than four years in federal prison.
Navy Contradicts Congressman's Claims About SEAL's Confinement Conditions
Rep. Duncan Hunter, R-Alpine, sent a letter to President Donald Trump to draw attention to the plight of Edward R. Gallagher.
Air Force News
Russia Claims US Violating Treaty Over 'Unverified' B-52 Bombers, Missiles
Russia says it can't verify the conversion of B-52H Stratofortresses that were slated to be changed to conventional-only.
Will Ongoing KC-46 Tanker Problems Affect KC-10 Retirement?
Questions surround the Air Force’s aging KC-10 Extender and whether it will have to remain in service longer due to delays.
Air Force to Accept KC-46 Tanker Deliveries Despite Lingering Problems
The U.S. Air Force will begin accepting its newest refueling tankers from Boeing Co. this month despite continuing problems.
Marine Corps News
Camp Pendleton Artifacts Move to the National Museum of the Marine Corps
The National Museum of the Marine Corps visited Camp Pendleton to analyze and inspect historical artifacts of interest.
Navajo Code Talker Alfred K. Newman Dies at 94 in New Mexico
Alfred K. Newman, a Navajo Code Talker who used his native language to outsmart the Japanese in World War II, has died at 94.
Homeless Marine Veteran in GoFundMe Scam Arrested After Missing Court
Johnny Bobbitt was due in court to face charges he violated court-ordered conditions that allowed for his release from jail.
Coast Guard News
For the First Time in History, a US Military Service Is Working Without Pay
As Coast Guard paychecks went undelivered Tuesday, the service's top officer urged its members to stay the course.
Here's Everything the Coast Guard Did Without a Paycheck This Month
"Continue standing the watch -- I am proud of your unwavering devotion to duty."
50,000 Coast Guard Retirees May Miss Pay if Shutdown Continues
As the partial federal government shutdown enters its fourth week, another group is about to get hit in the pocketbook.