News
Army revamps basic training to simulate battlefield stalked by drone swarms
The capstone event of Army basic training now includes lessons on how soldiers can conceal themselves from drones.
B-2 bombers strike Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen
The Air Force and Navy launched a coordinated set of airstrikes on five locations inside Yemen.
Growler crew still missing as Navy searchers locate crash site near Mount Rainier
Navy spy planes and sub hunters were among the searchers who spotted the Growler wreckage Wednesday afternoon in remote mountains. The crew remains unaccounted for.
Army more than doubled soldiers re-assigned to its ‘most deployed formation’
Over 170 soldiers transferred to air defense from other fields, as the Army looks to meet increased deployments for air defenders among growing conflicts.
News
Army announces ‘Master Combat Badge’ to combine CIB and EIB for infantry soldiers
Equivalent awards will be issued for medics and other soldiers who have earned both a combat and expert badge in their field.
Culture
Why Lionel Richie’s face is on the side of a Chinook in North Carolina
The Iowa National Guard’s 171st Aviation Regiment joined Hurricane Helene relief efforts to say, ‘Hello. Is it aid you’re looking for?’
Military Life
Navy officer launches career mentorship program for vets, military spouses
Jai Salters recently launched Mil Mentor, a career program that aims to pair veterans and military spouses with industry experts.
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