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Senator in Congress hearing
United States

Senator Warren accuses Pentagon appointees of using position for “personal profit”

Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to the Pentagon Wednesday with ethics concerns with the office dedicated to private funding defense technology.

2023 Best Combat Diver Competition
Army

5th Special Forces Group wins 2023 Best Combat Diver Competition

The events included a water airborne drop, a kayak race, academic testing on combat diving operations, and several other challenging events.

unsafe army barracks gross mold
Air Force

Moldy, rat-infested barracks are getting Congressional attention

Some NCOs admit they go easy on physical training for junior troops who must live in moldy, substandard dorms.

travis king released
Army

American soldier who crossed into North Korea back in US custody

The Army soldier ran across the border after skipping out on a flight back to the U.S. in July.

Why National University is a great choice for veterans

Why National University is a great choice for veterans

NU is a firm foundation for a successful post-military career.

Navy SEALs
Entertainment

The 5 best books about Navy SEALs — according to Navy SEALs

Dive into the culture and history of the Navy’s SEAL teams through the written word.

government shutdown closed
Analysis

If the government shuts down, here’s what troops can expect

Active duty jobs, most medical care and veteran benefits will be unaffected while guard and reserve troops face mixed rules.

USS Bunker Hill decommissioned
Navy

USS Bunker Hill: Fair winds and following seas

The USS Bunker Hill saw action in Operation Earnest Will, Desert Storm, and Desert Shield.

M1 Abrams tanks for Ukraine
Europe

M1 Abrams tanks arriving in Ukraine, F-16 training to follow soon

Ukraine is getting 31 M1 Abrams tanks from the United States.

fired sub captain USS Alabama
Navy

Captain of missile submarine USS Alabama fired for ‘loss of confidence’

The submarine can be armed with 20 nuclear missiles, which it can fire in a matter of minutes.

Decades later, 'Band of Brothers' remains a beloved show. Here's the true story behind some of the soldiers in it.
Entertainment

These are the real-life soldiers behind the characters in ‘Band of Brothers’

"We lucky few, we band of brothers..."

homelessness veterans VA programs
News

More than a million veterans experience food insecurity

And a third of those aren't seeking available food assistance.

navy saildrones persian gulf
Navy

The Navy is rebuilding its anti-submarine tracking system

The overhaul to the Integrated Undersea Surveillance System will use drones, AI and high-tech sensors to track hostile vessels.

Army hospital in Germany caring for wounded American volunteers in Ukraine
Ukraine

Army hospital in Germany caring for wounded American volunteers in Ukraine

Americans and other foreign nationals are among those being treated at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center.

US military sending ATACMS missiles to Ukraine
Ukraine

US military sending ATACMS missiles to Ukraine

The missiles can strike as far as 190 miles away.

small drone RQ-11B Raven
Drone Swarms

How small drones changed modern warfare

Small drones can have a big impact.

Senate confirms generals
United States

Senate confirms top generals, DoD unclear on timeline for other confirmations

Even with the recent confirmations of Brown, George, and Smith, the U.S. military’s top leadership still has major vacancies.

101st Airborne Division
Army

101st and 82nd Airborne Division soldiers deploying to Eastern Europe

The US military’s force posture in Europe will remain the same.

efp explosion
Munitions

What are EFP bombs?

Once triggered, an EFP turns a copper or steel warhead into a molten projectile that can punch through the main armor of almost any vehicle in the U.S. Military.

Joint Chiefs
Air Force

Senate bypasses Tuberville on Joint Chief nominations for Brown, George

The Senate confirmed Air Force Gen. Charles “CQ” Brown’s nomination after months of delay. A vote on Gen. Randy George as Army Chief of Staff was expected.