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US Marine dies after training in Japan

A U.S. Marine died Tuesday “following a training incident” in Okinawa, Japan, the service announced.
Defense contractors to demo cargo drones for US Marine Corps

An event early next year in Huntsville, Alabama, will allow contractors to display their solutions for a Marine battlefield cargo drone.
Marine Corps removes extension waivers for transgender troops fighting to remain in the military

The U.S. Marine Corps announced that it is no longer allowing extension waivers for transgender service members whose service contract is set to expire amid their fight to remain in the military.
Marine Corps fast-tracks AI-powered ultrasounds, blood coolers to battlefield

The Marine Corps is accelerating the acquisition processes for two new devices, a portable smart ultrasound and a blood refrigerator, that promise to keep troops alive for longer at triage points.

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Military Times is now accepting submissions from companies that offer verifiable value to the military community through programs and benefits.
Insurance Guide

Military Times has outlined helpful information about car insurance, renters insurance, and life insurance for troops.
2025 PCS Guide

Read up on tips and tricks in Military Times’ 2025 Permanent Change of Station Guide.
2025 Benefits Guide

Learn how your military benefits — including health care, retirement pay and more — have changed in 2025.

Percentage of veterans serving in incoming congressional class drops to 15%

In the 1970s, almost three-quarters of the members of Congress had served in the military.

As the VA leans on automation, errors in veterans’ claims soar

Veterans Affairs employees said an automated tool designed to speed claims review makes mistakes that can cause errors, delay or deny benefits.
‘The reason we lost is the war’: Vance blames midterm GOP losses on Iran conflict

Vance blamed sweeping Republican losses in the midterm elections on public discontent over the U.S. war with Iran, in an apparent break with the Trump administration.
The Pentagon needs more ammo for the Iran war. Small communities are paying the price.

From polluted waterways to repeated safety violations, the Army’s aging ammunition factories have left a troubling legacy, The War Horse reports.

258 veterans are running for House, Senate in midterm elections

A record number of veterans are running for Congress this year, including many female and independent candidates.

Drones incoming! New innovations on offer in UAS tech | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.10.26

New drone innovations are highlighted in Part 2 of our Business of Defense series. Plus, a sneak peek into a new Smithsonian military aviation exhibit, and tips to avoid scams.