Troops will see an average 4.2% boost in 2026 housing allowance
Service members will see a 4.2% bump, on average, in their monthly Basic Allowance for Housing as of Jan. 1, defense officials announced Thursday.
By Karen Jowers
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Hazing, bullying reports up as Hegseth pushes for rougher training
While hazing reports saw an upswing in 2024 after three years of steady decline, bullying complaints have been steadily increasing since 2020.
Paying for two homes while away at school? The military wants to help
Troops can collect a daily stipend, based on their monthly housing allowance rate without dependents, while at professional military schooling or training.
VA to provide grants for veteran, spouse employment help
A new grant program will provide up to $500,000 to organizations helping veterans and spouses land post-military jobs.
Marine Corps tightens rules on personal cellphone use in training
Here's what Marines can expect under the new rules.
Troops injured in landing craft collision returned to duty or stable
All but one service member injured following a collision between two landing craft while training off the coast of Florida have returned to duty.
By Staff Reports
35 sailors and Marines injured in at-sea training mishap off Florida
Five of the injured troops were transported to a civilian hospital, with four released the next day, the Navy said.
Marine Corps’ new Force Design approaches are paying off in operations
Pieces of the changes already in the operating force are proving their combat-worthiness, two senior generals said.
By Todd South
New tech aims to make Marines more lethal shooters
The tools include shot tracking, instant feedback, new simulators and devices that improve technique.
By Todd South
Marines test mixed reality ‘telemaintenance’ for battlefield repairs
Using mixed reality headsets, technicians and Marines can 'see' the same view and conduct repairs.
By Todd South