Military Per Diem Rates
On October 1, 2018 the standard CONUS per-diem rate increases to $149 ($94 lodging/$55 meals)
Military Pay
What's New In Military and Veterans Benefits for 2018
There are lots of changes coming for military and veterans in 2018, we explain them here.
Active-Duty Troops at Border Will Not Receive Hazard Pay
The 5,000 troops stationed along the U.S.-Mexico border will not receive compensation for working in a dangerous environment.
Combat Zone Tax Exclusion
If you are a military member who serves in a combat zone you can exclude certain pay from your income when figuring your taxe...
Military Spouse and Family Benefits
Don't know exactly how to get your military spouse and family benefits or want to know more about what they are? Read on.
The Military Retirement System
There are 4 different retirement pay systems depending on when you joined the military. We explain them here.
Marines OK Hurricane Reimbursements After Commander Declined to Evacuate
Troops who evacuated during Hurricane Florence could see some of their expenses reimbursed.
Retirees, Disabled Vets Get Biggest Raise in 7 Years for 2019
The cost of living increase gives more cash to one in every five Americans.
4 Things Every Soldier Should Know About The Army's New Mobile Pay System
The Army is moving its pay and personnel-management system onto a smartphone-friendly platform.
Pentagon: Troops to See 2.4% Raise in Jan. 15 Paychecks
The 2.4 percent military pay raise for 2018 went into effect Jan. 1, and the first paychecks will go out Jan. 15.
November is Military Family Appreciation Month
2018 Discounts for Military Family Appreciation Month
Businesses are saluting Military Family Appreciation Month with discounts for vets, service members and their families.
Sam’s Club: Special Mil Membership in November
Sam's Club is honoring all active and retired military, veterans and their spouses this November.
Military Family Appreciation Quote: "How Lucky I Am"
A military family means more than just one service member leaning on a collection of supportive people stateside.
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Maintenance Errors Preceded Horrific WC-130 Crash That Killed 9
Engine and maintenance issues documented in the aging aircraft raise more questions about the cause of the May 2 mishap.
Army's Greens Uniform Won't Be Available Until End of 2020, Company Says
Beyond stating that soldiers would not have to buy the Army Greens until 2028, the announcement provided little information.
Man Accused of Killing Wife after Marine Corps Ball
A U.S. Marine is accused of killing his wife, also a Marine, following a military ball in Virginia.
Navy's Only Drone Submarine Hunter Arrives at Pearl Harbor
The Office of Naval Research plans to continue developing Sea Hunter into what could become an entirely new class of vessel.
Army Releases Deploy-or-Out Rules for Administratively Sidelined Troops
The U.S. Army publicly released its new policy for dealing with soldiers who are non-deployable for administrative reasons.