Why the bar scene in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ is more than just nostalgia
The bar scene, while nostalgic, functions as a crucial pivot point that sets up character arcs, thematic depth and emotional stakes.
By Clay Beyersdorfer
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Veteran who killed Iraqi civilian sentenced to prison for Capitol riot
Edward Richmond Jr. attacked police officers with a metal baton during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Latest ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ trailer reveals its big bad enemy
After 36 years, 'Top Gun' will finally get its sequel.
By Sarah Sicard
They jumped into Normandy or ran into enemy fire. Here are the heroes and leaders we lost in 2021.
From former secretaries of state to Medal of Honor recipients, a look back at the legacies they leave behind.
By Jessica Edwards
Edward Shames, last ‘Band of Brothers’ officer, dies at 99
During the war, he was a member of the renowned Easy Company.
Why San Antonio should host US Space Command
In this commentary, a retired four-star Air Force general makes the case for why San Antonio should be selected to host U.S. Space Command.
By Edward A. Rice Jr.
After munition worker deaths, Army floats $16 billion plan to modernize production
U.S. Army officials told lawmakers Tuesday they are seeking a new 15-year, $16 billion strategy to modernize and automate the military’s aging munitions plants following nearly a dozen worker deaths and injuries over recent years.
By Joe Gould
Dispute over $1 plunges Army officer into 2-year legal battle with auto dealership
The amount ignited a dispute between the soldier and dealership that has been raging for two years.
By J.D. Simkins
Snowden pardon plan draws bipartisan scorn from key defense lawmakers
House Armed Services Committee leaders said the move would be an insult to U.S. defense and intelligence workers.
Vietnam and modern memory
A Vietnam veteran reflects on the war on the 45th anniversary of the fall of Saigon.
By Edward F. Palm
Tom Cruise asked to pilot a Super Hornet in the ‘Top Gun’ sequel & the Navy wasn’t having it
The film is currently scheduled to hit theaters on June 24, 2020.
By J.D. Simkins
NCIS took ‘corrective action’ against agents in wake of SEAL case
Three military attorneys also face professional misconduct probes, Pentagon officials say.
By Carl Prine