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How Military PCS Moves Made Me Stronger and Braver
Being a military spouse is a complicated thing. When it's good, it feels so good. When it hurts, it changes you.
New Stories About Russian Bounties on US Troops Raise Even More Questions
As this story has evolved, there has been a subtle but important shift in the main actor.
Is Russia Paying the Taliban a Bounty to Kill US Troops? An Alternative Explanation
"The larger question we should pose is who benefits from the release of this information? The obvious answer is Russia."
Afghanistan
Military Technology
Security Forces Airmen Will Soon Need Better Anti-Drone Weapons, General Says
Defense against small drones has become an increasing priority for the Pentagon in recent years.
These Are the 7 Anti-Drone Weapons the US Military Plans to Invest In
The Army has come up with an list of the best counter drone technologies to destroy quadcopters and other unmanned systems.
The Marines' New CH-53K King Stallion Has Now Been to Sea. Here's What's Next
The Marine Corps' new heavy-lift helicopter just wrapped up its sea trials and will tackle hot-weather training next.
Pacific Militarization
The Fight Against ISIS
Coalition: Airstrikes Destroy ISIS Mountain Training Camp, Cave Hideout in Iraq
An F-15E Eagle fighter jet carried out the strikes, which killed an estimated five ISIS fighters.
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.
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Camouflage Uniforms, Flight Suits Now Off-Limits for Marines and Sailors at the Pentagon
The Marine Corps and Navy are tightening the dress code for troops assigned to the National Capital Region and the Pentagon.
Two Decks Separate Bonhomme Richard Fire from 1M Gallons of Fuel, Admiral Says
The ship's upper decks and superstructure have been damaged, and the forward mast has collapsed. The ship is also listing.
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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces is the last stop before military appeals battles make it to the Supreme Court.
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Army News
New Cadets Arrive at West Point Amid Pandemic
The transition from civilian to West Point cadet is different for the Class of 2024 as the academy adapts to the pandemic.
Fort Campbell Soldier Killed in Non-Combat Incident in Afghanistan
First Lt. Joseph Trent Allbaugh from California, was killed while deployed in support of Operation Freedom's Sentinel.
National Guardsman Gets Heroism Medal for Stopping a Shooting at a Football Game
Sgt. 1st Class Patrick Shields received the Soldier's Medal from Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee during a ceremony.
Navy News
Panel Selected for Naval Academy Midshipman's Court-Martial on Sex Assault Charges
A panel of eight members set to hear the court-martial of Midshipman 3rd Class Nixon Keago was selected Monday.
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The ship's upper decks and superstructure have been damaged, and the forward mast has collapsed. The ship is also listing.
57 Suffer Fire and Smoke Injuries as Navy Ship Bonhomme Richard Continues to Burn
Five people remain hospitalized a day after a Navy big-deck amphibious assault ship caught fire in San Diego.
Air Force News
Air Force Awards Boeing $1.2 Billion for 8 F-15EX Fighters
The service said that the nearly $1.2 billion contract will cover eight jets, including initial design and development.
Missing Osan Airman Returns Safely to US Base in South Korea
The Air Force launched a search for Staff Sgt. Tristin Blake Jarvis, 26, of the 51st Force Support Squadron on July 9.
Air Force Name Tapes Can Now Include Accent Marks and Hyphens
Updates to the dress and appearance policy also mean that qualifying male airmen can get a five-year shaving waiver.
Marine Corps News
Japan: US Military Coronavirus Policy Has Multiple Problems
Okinawan officials on Sunday said most of the cases since early July were at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.
Family Wants Military to Help a Marine Cope with a Sex Assault; Instead, She's in a Brig
Corporal Thae Ohu has struggled in the five years since she says she was sexually assaulted by a fellow Marine.
Camouflage Uniforms, Flight Suits Now Off-Limits for Marines and Sailors at the Pentagon
The Marine Corps and Navy are tightening the dress code for troops assigned to the National Capital Region and the Pentagon.
Coast Guard News
Coast Guard Officials Have Refused to Testify in Race-Based Academy Discrimination Hearing
The heads of the two committees planning to convene the July 16 hearing said Admiral Karl Schultz has refused to testify.
Grand Haven's Canceled Coast Guard Festival Moves to Front Porches
In May, organizers of the yearly event announced that the festival would be canceled.
Congress to Convene Hearing on Handling of Race-Based Allegations at Coast Guard Academy
The heads of the two committees convening the July 16 hearing said Rear Arm. Karl Schultz has refused to testify.