November is Military Family Appreciation Month
Throughout the month, military families are honored and recognized for their commitment and contributions in support of our military and nation.
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Next Big Opportunity for Transitioning Vets May Be in the Construction Industry
Helmets to Hardhats introduces transitioning service members to promising career providers and vice versa.
Military Families Need More Than Our Thanks to Flourish
"National Veterans and Military Families Month is the time we owe our military an honest look at their challenges and needs."
How to Create a VA That Works for Veterans
The veteran population is changing, and rapidly.
Afghanistan
Budget News
Pentagon No. 3 Gibson, Tasked with Finding DoD Cost Savings, Resigns
The Pentagon's first-ever chief management officer resigned Monday from the Defense Department's No. 3 position.
Space Force in Jeopardy After Democrats Gain Control of House
The Democrats' takeover of the House poses major challenges to current Pentagon and VA plans and budgets.
Air Force Ends Purchase of Pricey Coffee Cups After Senator Complains
Officials said that leaders have instructed units they've entered a "do not order until further notice" on hot cups.
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The Fight Against ISIS
SEAL Allegedly Texted Photo Cradling ISIS Fighter's Head
Navy SEAL Chief Edward "Eddie" Gallagher allegedly texted a photo of himself cradling a dead ISIS fighter's head.
Australian Police Say Stabbing Attack Linked to Terrorism
Police said the attacker got out of a pickup truck, which then caught fire, and attacked three bystanders with a knife.
Syria Says Military Freed 19 Hostages Held by ISIS since July
Syrian troops have liberated 19 women and children hostages held by the Islamic State group since July.
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Maintenance Errors Preceded Horrific WC-130 Crash That Killed 9
Engine and maintenance issues documented in the aging aircraft raise more questions about the cause of the May 2 mishap.
Army's Greens Uniform Won't Be Available Until End of 2020, Company Says
Beyond stating that soldiers would not have to buy the Army Greens until 2028, the announcement provided little information.
Army Releases Deploy-or-Out Rules for Administratively Sidelined Troops
The U.S. Army publicly released its new policy for dealing with soldiers who are non-deployable for administrative reasons.
SEAL Allegedly Shot Non-Combatants, Held Reenlistment Ceremony with Corpse
A Navy SEAL who allegedly stabbed a wounded ISIS fighter to death last year is also accused of shooting two noncombatants.
Malmstrom Squadron Commander Fired Over Unhealthy Command Climate
A security forces commander at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, has been relieved from his post.
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Army News
$699 Million Fort Bragg Construction Planned over 6 Years
Fort Bragg officials said there is no end in sight for growth at the nation's largest military installation.
Iowa National Guard Soldiers Told to Return Overpaid Wages
Hundreds of Iowa National Guard soldiers have been told they were overpaid after a year-long deployment to the Middle East.
What You Need to Know About the Army Paratrooper Running for President
In the upcoming 2020 election, President Trump may face off against an Army combat veteran who helped vote him into office.
Navy News
Senators Push for USS Thresher Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery
USS Thresher sank off the coast of New England April 10, 1963. The submarine was built at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.
SEAL Allegedly Texted Photo Cradling ISIS Fighter's Head
Navy SEAL Chief Edward "Eddie" Gallagher allegedly texted a photo of himself cradling a dead ISIS fighter's head.
Navy's Economic Impact on Hampton Roads Continues to Grow, According to Report
The latest report shows the direct impact for fiscal 2017 was $13.4 billion.
Air Force News
WWII Pilot's Remains Will Join Those of his Son at Arlington
The remains of an Air Force pilot from Pennsylvania whose plane crashed off Croatia during World War II are coming home.
All F-22s Have Now Left Tyndall, Air Force Secretary Says
All the F-22 Raptors that were left behind at Tyndall Air Force Base during Hurricane Michael have moved.
Want Nuke Reduction? Change Adversary's Behavior, STRATCOM Chief Says
There is a way to keep savings and cut costs when it comes to modernizing the U.S. nuclear arsenal.
Marine Corps News
Marines Hope to Prevent Mass Shootings by Stressing FBI Reporting
The Marine Corps recently put out a message to ensure that commanders report "criminal justice information" to the FBI.
Trump Visits Marines, Talks at Veterans' Event
The president and first lady Melania Trump spent about 40 minutes at the Washington, D.C. Marine Barracks compound.
Couple, Homeless Marine Vet Charged in Charitable Scam
A tale of a homeless man using his last $20 to help a stranded woman buy gas was a complete lie, a prosecutor said.
Coast Guard News
$500 Million of Cocaine Seized by Coast Guard Delivered to Port Everglades
The U.S. Coast Guard unloaded about 18.5 tons of cocaine, seized in international waters in a series of interdictions.
Senate OKs Coast Guard Bill with Ballast Water Compromise
The plan, part of a $10.6 billion Coast Guard budget authorization bill, includes provisions sought by environmentalists.
SIG AIR Unveils Replica Air Pistol of Army's Modular Handgun System
The new M17 Advanced Sport Pellet, or ASP, pistol is powered by a carbon dioxide cartridge.