Danger pay for US troops could double, expand to more regions
The U.S. defense budget request for Fiscal Year 2027 has raised the prospect of an increase in the monthly stipend paid out to troops in dangerous regions.
By Hope Hodge Seck
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The US Army wants to manufacture meatless proteins in combat zones
The service "is exploring how the emerging alternative-protein sector can help meet several objectives, including enhancing food supply chain resilience."
By Michael Peck
Servicemen killed in WWII to finally be buried in California
Two U.S. servicemen whose remains were identified more than six decades after they were killed overseas during World War II will finally get funerals in their California hometowns.
Army acknowledges failures to report crime data to FBI
The Army’s top general said Wednesday his service has failed in a “significant amount” of cases to alert the FBI to soldiers’ criminal history.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Robert Burns, The Associated Press
New HBO documentary highlights the sacrifices of special operators’ canines
"War Dog: A Soldier's Best Friend" commemorates the multi-purpose canines fighting alongside U.S. Special Operations forces downrange.
By Kyle Rempfer
‘No changes to standards’: Army leaders take control of waiver controversy
The Army is in full damage control mode following an explosive story that the service had in August lifted a ban on granting waivers for history of mental health disorders and substance abuse.
Senate confirms Esper as Army secretary
The former Raytheon executive received overwhelming support from the Senate to take over the service's top civilian post.
Pentagon to pay for soldier's gender transition surgery
An infantry soldier identifying as a woman was to undergo surgery on Tuesday.
By Charlsy Panzino
McCain threatens new defense nominations hold over Army waiver changes
The Senate Armed Services Committee chairman is unhappy with how the service handled new rules for would-be recruits.
Commentary: Units should tap sports trainers for fitness assist
An Army officer on how his ROTC unit improved its test scores, and all-around health, with a new civilian addition ... and how your unit should consider following suit.
By Army Lt. Col. Christopher J. Heatherly