Top stories The work to prove out just how effective Marines are at shooting is ramping up right now.
A policy allowing troops to be reimbursed for travel if they go out of state for abortions and other reproductive services hasn't been used much.
The incident, which took place outside near barracks aboard Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, left no reported injuries.
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Coast Guard Petty Officer 2nd Class Kathleen E. Richard, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter in the death of her infant daughter in 2022.
The EPA noted that the task force had met the criteria needed in order to transfer the responsibilities of closing the site to the Navy.
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In other news Lawmakers are sparring over proposed changes to a fund covering the costs of veterans' toxic exposure benefits.
A Chinese man was sentenced to 10 months in prison for ruining the marriage of a People’s Liberation Army soldier.
A Reddit user claiming to be a sailor said ChatGPT helped to complete the dreaded annual performance evaluation. The passenger, then 18, alleged the bomb threat was a joke.
A former Chinese military member says troops were forced to use missile fuel to cook dinner.
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