Army, Marine Corps vehicles not ready for combat, watchdog findsIndustry challenges and reductions in vehicle overhauls have kneecapped vehicle combat readiness in the Army and Marine Corps, the GAO report said.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher3 hours ago
An enduring symbol: why troops keep naming things after reptilesFrom cobras to gators, reptilian mascots and call signs appear on patches, aircraft and unit logos across every branch. Why?By Clay Beyersdorfer4 hours ago
Buffalo chicken, Thai and Cuban food coming to the MRE lineup in 2026Three current, low-rated meal options are going away next year.By Todd South5 days ago
A new barracks task force aims to improve military living conditionsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth has formed a new “barracks task force” to improve living conditions for U.S. service members in barracks across the globe. By Carla Babb11 days ago
DOD imposes burdensome rules, retaliation on home day cares, moms sayThe Pentagon said military families can help solve the child care shortage, but providers say over-the-top rules are driving them away.By Jennifer Brookland, The War Horse12 days ago
Trump taps Reserve and National Guard for temporary immigration judgesBoth the Army and National Guard said they hope to fill the assignments with volunteers. About 100 Army Reserve lawyers will be in the first group. By Amy Taxin, The Associated Press3 weeks ago