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Guardians will be allowed to sport neck tattoos
Don't let you neck tattoo keep you from becoming a Guardian.
By Sarah Sicard
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Observation Post is the Military Times one-stop shop for all things off-duty. Stories may reflect author observations.
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23 things veterans may carry for life
Tinnitus, knee pain, an old pair of combat boots.
By Sarah Sicard
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Propaganda out of Ukraine conflict is not much different from World War I
Propaganda may be dispersed differently, but much of the messaging remains unchanged.
By Sarah Sicard
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Why Marines love short shorts
Silkies have been banned since 2011, but that hasn't stopped Marines from wearing them.
By Sarah Sicard
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Graphic novel brings to life the story of a Korean War hero
This is one of a dozen in the series of graphic novels about veterans presented with the Medal of Honor.
By Sarah Sicard
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Emperor Palpatine issues new National Defense Strategy
Ten thousand years of peace begins today.
By Sarah Sicard
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Coast Guard offers vegan food tasty enough to win a PETA award
PETA hopes these dining options will expand to other military installations.
By Sarah Sicard
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Anonymous airman invents genius uniform hack
Swap your shirt stays for a comfy onesie.
By Sarah Sicard
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This veteran author wants to flip the script on post-9/11 war stories
Benjamin Sledge's book will be released on July 5.
By Sarah Sicard
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Can soldiers consume CBD energy drinks?
There's no guarantee hemp products won't show up on Army drug tests.
By Sarah Sicard
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How hot soup almost stopped a war
No one quite knows how the soup came to be, but for nearly 500 years it has remained a symbol of Swiss peace.
By Sarah Sicard
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