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Service members must prove sincere religious beliefs for facial hair waivers

Religious waivers that have already been approved will be reevaluated within 90 days, the memo states.

By Cristina Stassis

6 months ago

The evolution of military tattoos, from Sailor Jerry to skull logos

For generations, tattoos have served as both a rite of passage and a record of service for members of the military.

By Clay Beyersdorfer

14 months ago

Hegseth orders review of military grooming and fitness standards

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ordered senior Pentagon leadership to review how and why grooming standards, including beards, have changed since 2015.

18 months ago

How to grow a cheesy Navy sailor mustache

Mustache March is around the corner.

By Sarah Sicard

4 years ago

Lawmakers seek emergency powers for Pentagon’s Ukraine war contracting

Proposal aims at ramp up the U.S. defense industrial base and helping European allies arm up.

By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

4 years ago

Judge declined to halt ban on religious articles in Marine boot camp

The Marine Corps, unlike other services, does not allow religious articles of faith in recruit training, such as a Sikh beard or turban.

4 years ago