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Afghan commandos
Russia

Russia is reportedly trying to recruit former Afghan commandos to fight in Ukraine

Many Afghan commandos fled the country after the Taliban took power and are reportedly now in Iran, Turkey, and elsewhere.

Military leaders urge Americans to help them overcome ‘misperceptions’ of military service
Air Force

Military leaders urge Americans to help them overcome ‘misperceptions’ of military service

“If you seek a life of purpose and passion … you can find that connection and more in the armed forces.”

f-16 art
Air Force

Why a US F-16 that deployed to Saudi Arabia has a hand of cards painted on its tail

When deploying into a conflict zone, it helps to have a winning hand.

Sailor convicted of running guns had personal arsenal of grenade and anti-tank missile launchers
Navy

Sailor convicted of running guns had personal arsenal of grenade and anti-tank missile launchers

That’s quite an arsenal.

PACT Act
United States

Healthcare, the economy, reproductive rights: what matters most to veterans in the midterm elections

The veterans community is not a monolithic group, and while vets are united on some issues, others continue to prove divisive.

We salute the USS Daniel Inouye for flying its badass battle flag on the way into port
Culture

We salute the USS Daniel Inouye for flying its badass battle flag on the way into port

A fitting tribute to a legendary soldier and lawmaker.

Austin Tice mediations between US and Syria ‘going as they should be,’ Lebanese general says
Marine Corps

Austin Tice mediations between US and Syria ‘going as they should be,’ Lebanese general says

“The back-and-forth negotiations did not stop.”

CW5 spotted in the wild rescuing couple from burning building
Army

CW5 spotted in the wild rescuing couple from burning building

If you’ve ever wondered where allthe chief warrant officers are? They’re pulling people out of burning buildings.

f-15 fighter
Mandatory Fun

We salute this F-15 fighter jet for rocking the most ‘Murica paint job ever

Now that’s what I call an American Eagle!

This Army video shows how much Ranger School has changed in 70 years
Culture

This Army video shows how much Ranger School has changed in 70 years

Rattlesnake meat is a delicacy, if you’re hungry enough.

Radiation
Russia

Here’s what a ‘dirty bomb’ is and how it fits into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Russia is accusing Ukraine of planning to detonate a “dirty bomb.” Here's what that means and why it matters.

COVID-19 had an ‘appalling’ impact on American students’ test scores. That’s bad news for the military
Air Force

COVID-19 had an ‘appalling’ impact on American students’ test scores. That’s bad news for the military

"Two years of homeschooling for some just didn’t work.” 

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ is a fresh and worthy take on the classic novel
Entertainment

Netflix’s ‘All Quiet on the Western Front’ is a fresh and worthy take on the classic novel

The new German-language adaptation will leave you depressed — and that's the point.

The Air Force is finally giving its divers an actual Air Force diving badge
Air Force

The Air Force is finally giving its divers an actual Air Force diving badge

For the last 16 years, Air Force Combat Diving Course graduates received a Navy badge.

Russian warplane slams into a residential building in second crash in less than a week
Russia

Russian warplane slams into a residential building in second crash in less than a week

It's the 11th confirmed non-combat crash of a Russian military aircraft since the invasion of Ukraine began.

Artillery shells
News

The war in Ukraine is draining Western munition stockpiles

Many European nations are counting on American weapons to keep them ready in case of war.

Air Force B-1B bombers just rolled up in Guam in a message to US adversaries
Air Force

Air Force B-1B bombers just rolled up in Guam in a message to US adversaries

“Not only does it provide our B-1 aircrew invaluable training opportunities with important Allies and partners, but it also signals our nation’s unwavering support to them.” 

HH-60W Jolly Green II combat rescue helicopter
Air Force

The Air Force’s new combat rescue helicopter is officially ready to come save your ass

"Our team is ready to recover anybody, anytime, anywhere, against any adversary.”

Hospital corpsman honored for rescuing shipwreck survivors amid dangerous conditions
Navy

Hospital corpsman honored for rescuing shipwreck survivors amid dangerous conditions

William T. Ericson was hiking when he saw a ship break apart on the rocks. He dove into the water multiple times to save lives.

Moldy barracks
Housing

Soldiers are finally out of Fort Bragg’s moldy barracks

Nearly 600 soldiers are being put in private housing indefinitely while new dorms are constructed.