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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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Trump Signs $200 Billion VA Budget for 2019
President Trump signed a spending bill for the Department of Veterans Affairs that for the first time exceeds $200B.
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
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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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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.
Pentagon Wants Army, Marine Corps to Select Higher-Caliber Grunts
Officials say the infantry should not be "where we send soldiers that don't have the mental capacity to do other jobs."
MQ-9 Gets First Air-to-Air Kill in Training Exercise, Air Force Official Says
An MQ-9 Reaper drone has bagged its first air-to-air kill of another small, aerial vehicle in a controlled simulation.
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.
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Army News
Army Special Forces Medic Will Get Medal of Honor for Afghanistan Heroism
Ronald J. Shurer II will receive the Medal of Honor, an upgrade to the Silver Star he was awarded for his actions in 2008.
Army Bases 16th ABCT at Bliss, Making Texas the True Home of Armor
The Army's decision to base its 16th Armored Brigade Combat Team at Ft. Bliss will make the Texas the service's armored fist.
Army Misses Recruiting Goal for First Time Since 2005
For the first time since 2005, the U.S. Army missed its recruiting goal this year, falling short by about 6,500 soldiers.
Navy News
Troops May Face Higher Risk of Sex Assault at These Duty Stations
Men and women on Navy ships faced the highest rates of sexual assaults in the military, according to newly released data.
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...
Air Force News
Air Force Couple Investigated for Child's Death
An Air Force couple who reportedly had financial issues is being investigated for the death of their infant son in 2016.
Texas Church Shooting Lawsuits Against Air Force Combined
All federal lawsuits against the U.S. Air Force over a Texas church shooting last year will be consolidated into one case.
Air Force Greenlights T-6 Trainer as Safe to Fly After Recent Crash
The Air Force has cleared its trainer aircraft to resume ops after a "brief pause" following a recent crash of a T-6.
Marine Corps News
3 Marines Killed in Vietnam War to Be Buried at Arlington
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Friday that the remains of the three men will be buried as a group.
Marine Who Rushed Into Burning Building: We Came to Help Our Neighbors
Capt. Trey Gregory was one of the first 10 Marines to race toward a burning senior facility in Washington, DC, on Wednesday.
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...
Coast Guard News
Paddlers Sue Coast Guard over Limited Potomac Access While Trump Golfs
Paddlers are suing the Coast Guard in response to a policy that closes part of the Potomac River when the president golfs.
Coast Guard Academy Officials Say Air Conditioning Caused Mold in Dorms
Mold is growing in several rooms in Chase Hall, the main residence hall on the Coast Guard Academy's campus.
Six Tons of Cocaine Worth $170 Million Arrives at Port Everglades
An estimated 12,000 pounds of cocaine arrived in Fort Lauderdale Monday.