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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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Soldier Makes History as First Woman to Join the Green Berets
U.S. Army Special Operations Command would not identify the soldier, but confirmed that she graduated.
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After 110 Years of Aviation, Navy Gets Its First Black Female Fighter Pilot
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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.
Hundreds of Army and Air Force Recruits Have Tested Positive for COVID-19 Since March
The U.S. Air Force and Army basic military training programs have seen hundreds of recruits test positive for COVID-19.
Navy News
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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.
Strike at Navy Shipbuilder in Maine Enters a 4th Week
Shipbuilders went on strike June 22 after overwhelmingly rejecting a three-year contract proposal from the company.
Air Force News
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.
Piles of Baby Shoes Set at Contaminated Former Base to Remember Stillbirths, Miscarriages
The memorial service included a "silent protest" of what the group says is Air Force's lack of a response.
Hundreds of Army and Air Force Recruits Have Tested Positive for COVID-19 Since March
The U.S. Air Force and Army basic military training programs have seen hundreds of recruits test positive for COVID-19.
Marine Corps News
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.
US Bases on Okinawa Locked Down over Virus Spike
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Coast Guard News
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.
Coast Guard Cutter Departs Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for Last Time
The Coast Guard Cutter Reliance is leaving Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for the last time.
Coast Guard Academy Alters Training for Incoming Class Due to Virus
The Coast Guard Academy has made major changes because of the coronavirus pandemic.