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Army battalion bans use of profanity

The 43rd Adjutant Battalion implemented the new policy after an investigation was launched over concerns regarding the unit’s climate and culture.

8 weeks ago

Students in the new Army prep course run around a track during physical training exercises at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, Aug. 27, 2022.

Army prep course jeopardized health of recruits, IG says

Trainees with body fat compositions that exceeded the allowed amount were admitted to the Army’s Future Soldier Preparatory Course.

4 months ago

Army Ranger sacrifices life shielding wounded comrade and medevac unit

Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Celiz was shot while shielding his comrades from enemy fire as they worked to save an injured Afghan ally.

By Jon Guttman

6 months ago

Fort Leonard Wood soldier faces murder charges in sergeant’s death

Spc. Wooster Rancy is being held in pretrial confinement as he awaits a preliminary hearing on charges of murder and obstruction of justice.

8 months ago

Weighing benefits: Could anti-obesity meds help troops’ weight issues?

Advocates argue that anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic could help overweight troops, but the services have no uniform policy for such treatments.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

9 months ago

Felony convictions of 5 retired officers dismissed in Fat Leonard case

A federal judge dismissed the felony convictions of five retired officers who'd admitted accepting bribes in one of the Navy’s biggest corruption cases.

14 months ago