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Has Putin Become Russia's Tsar?
"Russian history has underscored the fact that Russian stability have typically been associated with strong leaders."
VA Must Prove to Women Vets That They Belong
A VA Inspector General report revealed that 1,300 claims for military sexual trauma were incorrectly processed and denied.
Before You Hit 'Share:' Don't Exploit the Faces of the Fallen
Here's how to know whether or not to share that emotional photo.
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Budget News
Senate Approves Compromise on Defense Spending Bill
It would pay for the largest boost to service members' pay in nearly a decade and gains in troops, equipment and weapons.
Space Force to Cost $13 Billion over 5 Years: Air Force Secretary
The DoD will need roughly $12.9 billion over five years to resource the proposed U.S. Space Force
White House Ally Inhofe Succeeds McCain as Senate Armed Services Chair
The move could to put the influential committee on friendlier terms with the White House
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The Fight Against ISIS
US Plays Down Talk of Imminent Pullout of Forces from Syria
The Trump administration is now pledging the U.S. will remain in Syria until the "enduring defeat" of ISIS.
Attacks Kill 19 Afghan Forces after Twin Bombings in Kabul
Insurgents killed 19 security personnel in separate assaults in Afghanistan, officials said Thursday.
US Strike Kills Islamic State Commander in Afghanistan
A U.S. strike over the weekend killed a senior Islamic State commander in eastern Afghanistan, officials said.
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Sailor Dies in Flight-Deck Mishap Aboard the Carrier George H.W. Bush
A sailor was killed in a mishap on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier George H.W. Bush, Navy officials said.
Navy IDs Sailor Killed by Airplane Propeller Aboard Carrier George H.W. Bush
Navy officials have identified the 21-year-old sailor killed Monday while securing an aircraft to the flight deck of a carrie...
For Some Soldiers, New, Tougher Army Fitness Test a Jarring Wake-Up Call
The new Army Combat Fitness Test has eliminated age-specific scoring.
One of 1st Female Marine Grunts Faces Separation After Marrying Lance Corporal
One of the first women to become an infantry Marine is facing a discharge after having a relationship with a subordinate.
Air Force Wants to Surge Growth by More Than 70 New Squadrons
Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson said the service intends to grow by a total of more than 70 squadrons.
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Army News
Army Report Blames Overconfidence for Training Avalanche
An Army accident report suggests overconfidence was a factor when Vermont soldiers were hit by an avalanche during training.
Yards and Stripes Football Podcast: Episode 6
We recap Army and Navy's wins last weekend, and welcome former Army QB Chad Jenkins, who remembers his final college game and...
US Soldiers in Stable Condition after Tank Accident in Slovakia
Three U.S. soldiers were injured when their Abrams tank struck an embankment Wednesday during an exercise in Slovakia.
Navy News
Navy Sub Returns to Port after Leak Found in Nuclear Plant
A spokeswoman for the Navy's Atlantic submarine fleet said the moisture was contained within the reactor compartment.
Yards and Stripes Football Podcast: Episode 6
We recap Army and Navy's wins last weekend, and welcome former Army QB Chad Jenkins, who remembers his final college game and...
Navy IDs Sailor Killed by Airplane Propeller Aboard Carrier George H.W. Bush
Navy officials have identified the 21-year-old sailor killed Monday while securing an aircraft to the flight deck of a carrie...
Air Force News
Air Force Wants to Streamline Intel-Gathering Ops, Free Up 5,000 Personnel
It's possible for airmen operating drones and those gathering intel to do more with less.
Space Force Still an Unfunded Concept as Pentagon Grasps for a Plan
"We're really wrestling with the 'how,' " Deputy Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan said.
Yards and Stripes Football Podcast: Episode 6
We recap Army and Navy's wins last weekend, and welcome former Army QB Chad Jenkins, who remembers his final college game and...
Marine Corps News
Marines Race to Rescue After DC Housing Complex Catches Fire
Marines in Washington, D.C. are being called heroes after sprinting to the aid of senior citizens when their home caught fire...
Marines' Norway Deployment, Training Missions Delayed by Hurricane Florence
Marine units scheduled to deploy from Lejeune or train in other areas affected by last week's hurricane will have to wait.
Okinawa-Based Marine Helicopter Makes 'Precautionary Landing' in Nagasaki
No injuries were reported after an Okinawa-based U.S. helicopter made a "precautionary landing" Saturday at Nagasaki Airport.
Coast Guard News
Six Tons of Cocaine Worth $170 Million Arrives at Port Everglades
An estimated 12,000 pounds of cocaine arrived in Fort Lauderdale Monday.
Coast Guard, Partner Agencies Rescue Injured Sea Turtle
The Coast Guard and partner agencies rescued an injured sea turtle Tuesday approximately 2 miles southeast of Plantation Key.
Dog Named 'Lucky' and Owner Rescued by Coast Guard Helicopter
Man -- and his best friend -- owe a debt of gratitude to Coast Guard helicopter crews based in Elizabeth City.