South Korean man sentenced for binge-eating to avoid military service
Exemption loopholes in military conscription requirements were taken to heart — and midsection — when one man intentionally put on more than 44 pounds.
By J.D. Simkins
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Family alleges sewage leak in military housing sickened 4-year-old
An Army family is suing Fort Jackson housing after they say sewage contaminated their home, allegedly causing a severe bacterial infection in their child.
By Riley Ceder
5,000 more National Guard troops mobilized ahead of Hurricane Milton
Guardsmen are readying for the next hurricane even as other military personnel are still working on recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene.
500 more active-duty troops to aid Hurricane Helene relief efforts
About 1,500 active-duty troops and 6,100 National Guardsmen are currently helping with recovery efforts in southeast states.
More troops could be mobilized to help with Hurricane Helene relief
About 7,000 Guardsmen and 1,000 active duty troops are already deployed as part of relief efforts in the Southeast.
Here’s what caused an Air Force F-16 jet crash off South Korea
Without a working attitude indicator and mired in thick cloud cover, the F-16 pilot found it difficult to ensure he was flying away from the ocean.
National Guard troops deploy for Hurricane Helene relief
Nearly 6,000 National Guard members have deployed to the Southeast, rescuing flood victims, clearing roads and providing vital supplies.
By Riley Ceder
Army hits recruiting target for the first time in 2 years
The service has another 11,000 recruits already in the pipeline for next year.
By Todd South
North Korea vows response to US Navy submarine’s visit to South Korea
North Korea has repeatedly vowed to expand its nuclear arsenal, but Tuesday's threat followed its recent unveiling of a uranium-enrichment facility.
Marines reopen second WWII-era airfield to prep for future combat
The opening of the North Carolina airfield follows the service’s June recertification of an airfield on the Pacific island of Peleliu.
By Todd South
These Army units are headed to the Middle East and Europe this winter
The deployment announcements include aviation, armor and sustainment brigade deployments.
By Todd South
The Army has graduated 25,000 soldiers through pre-basic prep course
The program offers extra time and training to recruit applicants who aren't quite ready for boot camp. Leadership says standards have not been lowered.
By Todd South