Opinions
'I Thought You'd Be Bigger:' Vet Grapples With What It Is to Be a Hero
"I left the military in December 2008 with an honorable discharge and a lot of questions about what my service meant to me,"
Honor Guardsman Reflects on True Meaning of Military Funerals
An Ellsworth Air Force Base airman reflects on how his experiences as an honor guardsman changed his perspective on life.
Afghanistan
Budget News
US '100 Percent' Committed to NATO, Mattis Says
Mattis said the U.S. commitment to NATO and members' pledges to mutual defense are "exactly as the president described it.
House, Senate Conferees Meet to Iron Out Differences on Defense Budget
Disparities remain on troop levels, how many F-35s to buy, and possible restrictions on the sale of F-35s to Turkey.
Canceling Joint Exercise with South Korea Saved $14 Million: DoD
President Trump ordered the cancellation to avoid provoking North Korea after his summit with Kim Jong Un.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
Russian Military Offers to Cooperate with US in Syria
Russia's Defense Ministry says it's ready to boost cooperation, following talks between Trump and Putin.
5 Airmen Receive First 'R' Devices for Taking Down ISIS Targets
The Air Force awarded its first five "R" devices this week, recognizing the outstanding performance of drone operators.
Canada Offers to Lead NATO Training Mission in Iraq
Canada offered to lead NATO's new military training mission in Iraq, as the security alliance seeks to prove its relevance.
Military News
Select Service
My Membership
Farnborough Airshow Highlights
Cobham Gets Pentagon Contract to Develop Pilot Life Support System
Cobham, whose breathing sensor system has been helping monitor Navy pilots, has a contract to develop a new system.
Video: Farnborough 2018: Leonardo's AW101 Helicopter
Leonardo's AW101 is in use by Norwegian search-and-rescue forces in the most extreme conditions. We take a tour of the helicopter, and note some interesting innovations, including the ability to lock onto cell phones.
Video: Farnborough 2018: T129 Helicopter Acrobatics
Turkish Aerospace Industries' twin-engine, all-weather T129 helicopter has been procured by Pakista for its armed forces. Watch the helicopter show off its arobatics at the Farnborough Air Show.
Most Popular Military News
Pentagon Slashes GI Bill Transfer Eligibility Window
Troops with 16 years of service will no longer be permitted to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to a spouse or child.
Air Force OKs Locks, Earring Styles, Ribbon Options in Policy Changes
The Air Force is easing up on guidance for hairstyles and certain accessories after a meeting of the Air Force Uniform Board.
He's 63, Just Joined the Navy and Says 'I'm in my Prime'
Dr. Tyrone Krause joined the Navy after receiving a waiver that permitted him to enter the Reserves past the age limit.
Admin Punishment for Marine 1-Star Who Treated Aide Like Servant
The former IGl of the Marine Corps has been reprimanded for using his aide for personal errands during an Iraq deployment.
Summer Surge at Fort Benning Delays Basic Training for 423 Recruits
More than 400 recruits are on hold at Fort Benning, Georgia's reception station and may have to wait as long as three weeks.
Latest Military Videos
Army News
Worker Injured in Blast at Army Depot in Pennsylvania Dies
The Army says one of five civilian employees injured in an explosion and fire at a military depot in Pennsylvania has died.
Injuries Reported in Blast at Pennsylvania Army Depot
Authorities say an explosion at an Army depot in Pennsylvania has left some workers injured.
22 Soldiers Injured in California Military Base Tent Collapse
A U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter was landing when the wind from its rotor caused the tent to collapse.
Navy News
A Hairy Issue: Sailors Tell the US Navy, 'We Want Beards'
Now that women in the Navy can wear ponytails, men want beards.
Blue Angels' Fat Albert Flies Again After Yearlong Grounding
The Blue Angels' beloved transport plane reportedly stole the show when the aircraft returned to the skies.
Behind Closed Doors, Gitmo Secret Court Talks about CIA, Torture, Rights
Details emerged from a review of partially declassified transcripts of Guantanamo's secret death-penalty case sessions.
Air Force News
'Good Morning, Vietnam' DJ and Air Force Veteran Adrian Cronauer Dies at 79
"If I did half the things [Robin Williams] did in that movie, I'd still be in Leavenworth," Cronauer once said.
Boeing Pitches 'F-15X' Fighter Concept to US Air Force: Report
There may be a new-old fighter jet on the horizon for the U.S. Air Force.
5-Year-Old Girl Was Sexually Molested at Travis Air Force Base: Family
An attorney is alleging that a 5-year-old was sexually molested by other minors at a Travis Air Force Base child care center.
Marine Corps News
Trump to Award Medal of Honor to Marine for Hue City Heroism
A retired sergeant major credited with saving scores of troops during a Vietnam War's battle will receive the Medal of Honor.
Hungry Alligator Found Lurking Near North Carolina Marine Barracks
Amphibious landings aren't uncommon at Marine Corps installations, but one prompted officials to issue a safety warning.
US Not Prepared to Fight China, Other Competitors, Marine 2-Star Warns
A Marine general has a blunt warning for the U.S. as it faces new threats from near-peer enemies.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Cutter Alert Returns Home Following Counterdrug Patrol
The crew aboard Coast Guard Cutter Alert returned to their homeport of Astoria following a 56-day counterdrug patrol.
Coast Guard Investigating Incident Aboard Hawaii Lava Tour Boat
Hawaii tour boat operators plan to continue taking visitors to see lava, but will follow the Coast Guard's revised policy.
Coast Guard Offloads 17,000 Pounds of Seized Cocaine in San Diego
More than 17,000 pounds of cocaine seized by the crews of two U.S. Coast Guard vessels were offloaded Monday in San Diego.