Latest "inflation" stories

Marine camouflage uniform shortage won’t be fixed until summer 2024

Marines’ camouflage uniforms are supposed to be difficult for enemy eyes to find. But these days, they’re difficult for even Marines to find.

By Irene Loewenson

3 months ago

As egg prices soar, how does DOD avoid scrambling to keep troops fed?

Don't expect to see a chow hall devoid of eggs any time soon.

By Sarah Sicard

9 months ago

How a comedian and Air Force spouse are helping feed military families

Food insecurity isn’t funny. But one stand-up comedian hopes her humor will garner the attention the problem needs.

By Rachel S. Cohen

11 months ago

Historic boost in troops’ housing allowance set for 2023

As housing costs rise, troops will get the largest percentage increase in BAH in at least 15 years.

By Karen Jowers

12 months ago

Veterans, retirees get 8.7% Social Security cost-of-living boost

The move will directly affect about 65 million Americans receiving Social Security benefits.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago

Smaller firms at Army trade show say they’re hard-hit by market shocks

Defense firms are grappling with the economic fallout from the pandemic, but small businesses say their pain is acute.

By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

14 months ago