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Marines release specs for high-tech next-gen combat utility uniform
The Marines took a major step forward in acquiring a combat utility uniform that builds in fire resistance, minimizes visibility and adds comfort.
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5 minors arrested after crowd attack on Marines at California pier
Video footage apparently shows two of the Marines in the fetal position on the ground to protect themselves from blows.
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2022 Best for Vets: Employers
Explore Military Times' official ranking of employers who have programs and policies that support veterans.
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Challenges and triumphs of military family life
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Virginia nonprofit expands mental health services for military members
Trails of Purpose provides therapeutic care for service members, using horses for assisted psychotherapy and mental health education.
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Ukraine keeps up pressure in Bakhmut after Russian victory declaration
Russian forces declared victory in the eastern city last month, but Ukrainian defenders aren’t retreating.
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Military college’s chief of diversity quits amid debate over DEI
The chief diversity officer of the nation’s oldest state-supported military college, Virginia Military Institute, has turned in her resignation.
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Gen. Milley awarded France’s highest medal of honor
French President Emmanuel Macron awarded U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley the order of Commander of the Legion of Honor.
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China’s defense minister defends country’s response to ‘provocation’
Li questioned why foreign jets and naval vessels were operating so close to China and said foreign militaries should “mind your own business.”
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Do we owe a teen sailor thanks for creating doughnuts as we know them?
“I took the cover off the ship’s tin pepper box, and — I cut into the middle of that donut the first hole ever seen by mortal eyes!”
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‘Ghosts of Beirut’ spotlights decades-long CIA hunt for terror leader
The 25-year manhunt launched in the wake of the 1983 Beirut bombings form the basis of the four-part Showtime series “Ghosts of Beirut."
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Revolver of Confederacy’s Jefferson Davis fetches $470K at auction
A revolver worn by Confederate States of America President Jefferson Davis on the day of his surrender fetched a pretty penny.
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Army bomb tech, three other troops dominate Food Network’s ‘Chopped’
A civilian chef didn't know what to do with the powdered eggs in round three.
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Is the old PT test dead? The Army tries out a new comprehensive health regimen. Plus, the Marines mint a new tech-focused unit, and a Memorial Day message.
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After debt fight, Congress turns its attention to defense budget
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 5, 2023.
F-16 jet scrambled to respond to unresponsive small plane over capital
The fighter jet responding to the wayward small plane caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region.
Virginia nonprofit expands mental health services for military members
Trails of Purpose provides therapeutic care for service members, using horses for assisted psychotherapy and mental health education.
By Caitlyn Burchett, The Virginian-Pilot
Ukraine keeps up pressure in Bakhmut after Russian victory declaration
Russian forces declared victory in the eastern city last month, but Ukrainian defenders aren’t retreating.
By Mstysalv Chernov
Military college’s chief of diversity quits amid debate over DEI
The chief diversity officer of the nation’s oldest state-supported military college, Virginia Military Institute, has turned in her resignation.
Gen. Milley awarded France’s highest medal of honor
French President Emmanuel Macron awarded U.S. Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley the order of Commander of the Legion of Honor.
By Tara Copp
China’s defense minister defends country’s response to ‘provocation’
Li questioned why foreign jets and naval vessels were operating so close to China and said foreign militaries should “mind your own business.”
By Mike Yeo
Austin seeks meeting with China, says ‘right time to talk is now’
“The United States believes that open lines of communication with the People’s Republic of China are essential," Austin said.
By Mike Yeo
Cherry Point receives its first F-35 jet
An F-35B Lightning II jet recently arrived at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina.
Marines release specs for high-tech next-gen combat utility uniform
The Marines took a major step forward in acquiring a combat utility uniform that builds in fire resistance, minimizes visibility and adds comfort.
Milley: tanks, F-16s coming, but not in time for Ukraine offensive
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley says Ukrainian forces are training on Abrams tanks and US is working on agreements to train them on F-16s.
By Tara Copp, AP
Thrift Savings Plan participants sue over access to funds
The TSP, which has some $800 billion in assets, announced a year ago that it was standing up a new system to improve customer service.
Blinken says no Ukraine cease-fire without Russia’s withdrawal
In a speech in Finland, Blinken said a cease-fire without Russia’s withdrawal would simply “freeze current lines in place.”
Take advantage of TA: Tips for transitioning into school life
Tuition Assistance offers 100 percent of your tuition paid for while you’re on active duty.
By Blake Stillwell