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Russia says it scrambled figther jets to intercept B-52 bombersMoscow's defense ministry claimed U.S. military long-range bomber aircraft approached the Russian border over the Barents Sea before changing course.4 days ago
OpinionFixing the military’s overweight and obesity crisisOur guest opinion writers argue that more can be done to help troops get their physical fitness squared away, both for themselves and for the nation.By Mary McCarthy, PhD, RN, CNSC, FASPEN, FAAN, Army Lt. Col. Tanisha Currie, PhD, MA, BSN, RN-BC and Army Capt. Kevin M. Kilroy, PA-C7 days ago
Navy officer convicted in Afghan visa bribery schemeCmdr. Jeromy Pittmann was convicted for writing bogus letters of recommendation for those seeking a Special Immigrant Visa in exchange for cash.By Diana Stancy8 days ago
Navy clears Black sailors unjustly punished after 1944 deadly blastSurviving Black sailors of the Port Chicago explosion had to pick up human remains and clear the blast site while white officers were granted leave.By Tara Copp9 days ago
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