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Intel officials say China supplies are “key factors” in Russia’s battlefield momentum
Americas

Intel officials say China supplies are “key factors” in Russia’s battlefield momentum

Officials said with a Russia-China partnership, the Pentagon is looking at scenarios for a conflict that could include two fronts.

Air Force Air National Guard Jack Teixeira intelligence document leaks
Air Force

Air National Guard leaker Jack Teixeira could face court-martial

Airman 1st Class Jack Teixeira could face charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found
Air Force

Civilian killed in 2023 US strike on Al Qaeda leader in Syria, investigation found

The fatal strike was part of ongoing U.S. military-led counterterrorism operations in Syria.

USS Helmand Province
Marine Corps

Navy will name its next assault ship ‘USS Helmand Province’ to honor fierce Marine battlefields

“Helmand Province holds a unique place in the hearts of Marines of this generation.”

2024 election cycle military ballots explainer
Army

10th Mountain Division brigade will deploy to eastern Europe

The Fort Johnson, La.-based 3rd Brigade Combat Team will deploy this summer to replace 101st Airborne troops, who have been in place since last fall.

Richard Halliday
Army

The Army declared a missing soldier dead. His family wants more answers.

Anyone with information about Pvt. Richard Halliday’s death is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Division.

Niger Ambush
Army

ISIS leader from Niger ambush that killed 4 US troops may be dead

Mali claims it killed ISIS leader Abu Huzeifa.

Air Force and Space Force are rolling out new PT gear
Air Force

Air Force and Space Force are rolling out new PT gear

The new PT gear mirrors civilian workout clothing with moisture wicking fabric for sweat and odor control.

Why veterans should find a professional mentor in the civilian world

Why veterans should find a professional mentor in the civilian world

Learn from experience you don’t yet have.

military grooming standards
Culture

How grooming standards have changed in the U.S. military

Great hair wins wars.

‘Send Me’: Senior chief Shannon Kent and the hunt for ISIS
Air Force

‘Send Me’: Senior chief Shannon Kent and the hunt for ISIS

This excerpt from the forthcoming “Send Me: The True Story of a Mother at War,” follows Navy chief Shannon Kent's hunt for a senior ISIS leader.

Soldiers hang from howitzer tubes during a reenlistment ceremony.
Culture

A soldier reenlisted while taped to a Howitzer and that’s awesome

We hope this soldier also got a free four-day weekend out of the deal.

Deadlift
Marine Corps

Marine breaks world record in deadlift competition

Bravo Zulu!

Tun Tavern
Marine Corps

Marines rejoice: Tun Tavern replica planned for Philadelphia

The Tun Tavern replica is expected to be completed in 2025.

Army Major smuggled rifles, pistols and a shotgun to Ghana in rice barrels
Army

Army Major smuggled rifles, pistols and a shotgun to Ghana in rice barrels

The arms shipment made it all the way to Africa from a port in Baltimore, Maryland.

Ranger legend Col. Ralph Puckett honored at U.S. Capitol
Iraq War

Ranger legend Col. Ralph Puckett honored at U.S. Capitol

Sen. Joni Ernst met Puckett when she was an Army Reserve Lieutenant. "You would think he was a librarian. He was so quiet and so humble," she said.

Bryson Banks as a Marine Corps Scout Sniper and stand up comedy.
Entertainment

Meet Marine-turned-stand up comedian Bryson Banks

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Army combat patch
Army

Army says combat patches memo on social media is ‘not valid’

The Army has not relaxed the criteria for wearing combat patches.

Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans

VA opens benefits to vets with other than honorable discharges

New rule changes remove barriers for dismissals tied to homosexuality, as well as create an exemption for "compelling circumstances."

The Navy USS Carney defeats a combination of Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea, Oct. 19. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Aaron Lau.
Drone Swarms

US needs cheaper ways to shoot down drones, Pentagon acquisition chief says

It's currently costing more than $100,000 per shot to take out UAS, William LaPlante said.