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
The military is getting serious about putting eyes on your mold and other housing problems
Here's your chance: Leaders want to see your mold, leaks and other problems.
By Karen Jowers
Fly-past honors WWII airmen who died saving UK children
U.S. and Royal Air Force warplanes roared over the English city of Sheffield Friday to honor 10 American airmen who sacrificed their lives to save British children playing in a park beneath their crippled bomber during World War II.
Here are some problems you might face if the military overpays you
The Government Accountability Office report found a muddled and inconsistent debt collection process but the Pentagon vows to fix all that.
An IED took both his legs — but that won’t stop this vet from driving 18-wheelers
Erin Schaefer, an Army veteran and double amputee, is close to achieving his long-time dream of becoming a professional truck driver.
By Joshua Axelrod
Military services delay financial help for spouse employment
The service branches are working on their policies to reimburse up to $500 in professional relicensing expenses. Will it be retroactive?
By Karen Jowers
Air Guardsman arrested after reportedly posing as CIA agent to impress woman at church
There are red flags and then there are red banners.
By J.D. Simkins
It turns out the demand for surplus Army 1911 handguns outstrips supply (by a lot)
The program also sells surplus rifle, the majority of which are .30 caliber M1 Garands.
By Todd South
Was Defense Secretary Patrick Shanahan plugged into the Matrix when he visited Afghanistan?
Wherever the look originated from, Shanahan certainly made a splash in the most un-Mattis-like manner.
By J.D. Simkins
How the Navy plans to deal with drug use and war crimes allegations in the SEAL community
Command's leader promises "hard discussions" about what's causing a series of scandals in the SEAL community.
Why SECNAV is launching Naval University
The Pentagon hopes to combine the education efforts for both enlisted and officer personnel under a single Department of the Navy university that’s accredited to grant diplomas, from associate degrees up to advanced post-graduate work.
By Mark D. Faram