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The Crisis of COVID-19 for Military Caregivers
During the COVID-19 crisis, the limited in-person assistance that some caregivers depend upon is gone.
The Burden of a Black Naval Officer
"We carry the burden of the Black American experience as a generational PTSD that has gone untreated for over 400 years."
Afghanistan
Military Technology
Air Force Will Pit a Drone Against a Fighter Jet in Aerial Combat Test
The test is just one example of how the service is gunning to change the character of warfare, top officials say.
Army Close to Awarding New Contract for Robotic Mule to Carry Gear for Grunts
The Army tested prototypes from several vendors early last year by putting them into the hands of soldiers.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
ISIS Claims Kabul Mosque Attack that Killed Prayer Leader
In a statement on an ISIS-affiliated website, the group said Tuesday’s attack in Kabul targeted a prayer leader.
US Envoy Working to Resuscitate Flagging Afghan Peace Deal
Increased violence has been blamed on an Islamic State affiliate targeted in stepped-up U.S. bombing.
ISIS Fighters Who Attacked Bagram Killed in Raids, Afghan Forces Say
The terror cell, which was blamed for two rocket attacks on Bagram Airfield in recent months, was eliminated.
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Most Popular Military News
After Fatal Jet Crash, the Pilots Got Blamed. Then the Air Force Banned the Flight Maneuver
A student pilot and his instructor died in the November 2019 accident.
US Troops Would Be Among First to Get a Working COVID-19 Vaccine, Officials Say
Officials with Operation Warp Speed said while the goal is January 2021, they can't "promise 100% chance of success."
SecDef Proposes Getting Rid of Military Promotion Photos to Eliminate Unconscious Bias
The Pentagon is rolling out a three-pronged plan to root out racism in the ranks.
Marine Raider Dies During Airborne Training at Fort Benning
The Raider was participating in the Army's Basic Airborne Course at Fort Benning.
A Missile Full of Swords Was Likely Behind the Death of Two Al-Qaida Commanders in Syria
The R9X variant of the AGM-114 Hellfire is a non-explosive weapon best be described as a 100-pound flying switchblade.
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Army News
Nominee to Lead National Guard Sees Bigger Role in Quelling Civil Unrest
The National Guard will stress de-escalation in confronting civil unrest.
Army Closes Investigation into Allegations of a Coverup in 2007 Murder-Suicide in Iraq
Block was shot and killed Aug. 16, 2007 by Staff Sgt. Paul Brandon Norris, who then turned the weapon on himself.
Army Mum About COVID-19 Scare at Fort Leonard Wood
Weeks after dozens of trainees tested positive, officials refused to say whether the virus had spread.
Navy News
Navy Won't Reinstate Crozier, Holds 1-Star's Promotion Over Poor Decision Making
The Navy won't reinstate the captain who was fired after warning of a serious health crisis on his ship.
Supercarrier Ford Could Soon Have More Than Half of Its Weapons Elevators Working
The Navy's newest aircraft carrier could soon pass the halfway point in getting its weapons elevators up and running.
Aircraft Carrier Theodore Roosevelt to Home Port in Bremerton in 2021 for Overhaul
The overhaul, known as a scheduled “docking planned incremental availability,” is expected to cost hundreds of millions.
Air Force News
Air Force Probing Use of RC-26 Spy Plane in US Cities
The investigation was prompted by lawmakers' concern over use of military equipment during protests across the country.
Trump Says He's Heard 'Interesting' Things About Roswell
Trump made the comments Thursday in a Father’s Day-themed interview with his son Don Trump Jr.,
In US Military First, the Air Force has Picked a Woman as Top Enlisted Leader
JoAnne Bass emerged as "the consensus choice from more than a dozen finalists from across the Air Force's global operation."
Marine Corps News
MARSOC IDs Marine Raider Who Died After Parachute Accident at Fort Benning
Sgt. Wolfgang K. Weninger, a 28-year-old critical skills operator, was involved in a parachute accident at Fort Benning.
Marine Lance Corporal Dies After Stabbing in Base Housing at Camp Lejeune
Lance Cpl. William J. Luce, an infantry rifleman with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines, died on Monday, officials said.
Marines Warned to Stay Away from Protests That Could Turn Violent
Marines are getting reminders about what type of participation is -- and isn't -- allowed while in uniform.
Coast Guard News
Onyx, Beloved US Coast Guard Morale Dog, Dies in Michigan
A beloved U.S. Coast Guard comfort dog has died after more than a decade on the job in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.
Coast Guard Sets Francis Scott Key Buoy to Commemorate Birthplace of National Anthem
Key wrote the lyrics for “The Star-Spangled Banner” in 1814 while being detained during the bombardment of Fort McHenry.
Guard Kills Trespassing Suspect at Navy SEAL Training Facility in Alaska
A 30-year-old civilian was shot and killed after brandishing a knife at a duty officer after attempting to enter a building.