Camp Lejeune issues rabies threat for Marines after raccoons caught
Military officials have asked Marines to “stay away from all wildlife animals” after a raccoon tested positive for rabies.
All Black female WWII unit to be awarded Congressional Gold Medal
The only all-female, Black unit to serve in Europe during World War II will be awarded the Congressional Gold Medal more than 75 years later.
4 US Marines identified in deadly NATO drill crash
Authorities say that four U.S. Marines have been killed when their Osprey aircraft crashed in a Norwegian town in the Arctic Circle during a NATO exercise unrelated to Russia's war in Ukraine.
Army develops high-tech solution to keep hands warm without gloves
Army researchers have developed the Personal Heating Dexterity Device, or PHD2, to help prevent the loss of hand function in the cold.
Resources for veterans affected by Russian invasion of Ukraine
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced a list of resources for veterans who may be feeling emotional distress or reminded of their own deployment experiences, amid the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
House passes bill to boost benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burn pits
Veterans exposed to burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan would have a dramatic boost in health care services and disability benefits under the legislation.
US Army discovers MIA soldier from only Black infantry division in WWII is related to Spike Lee
Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.
GM Defense working on $45B autonomous tank for US armed forces
Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle will replace the Bradley.
U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform flyover at 2022 Daytona 500
The tradition continues as the world-renowned U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will perform the flyover for the 64th annual Daytona 500 on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022 at Daytona International Speedway.
Marines test prototype to convert aluminum to hydrogen fuel, serving as energy source
The H-TaRP can convert aluminum into hydrogen fuel making it easier for Marines to produce an energy source instead of relying on petroleum or batteries.
Coast Guard, Navy conduct under-ice water diving in Minnesota
Diving is a challenging skill in and of itself, but stakes are even higher when diving in ice water.
ISIS leader killed by US special forces in Syria raid, Biden says
ISIS leader Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi died by exploding a bomb that killed himself and members of his family as US forces approached, Biden said.
Army begins discharging soldiers who refuse COVID-19 vaccine
The Army, the U.S. military’s largest service, said it will begin discharging soldiers who refuse to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Super Bowl LVI flyover to feature Air Force Heritage Flight
Super Bowl LVI will be full of pomp and circumstance, including a flyover from the Air Force Heritage Flight.
Ghost Army: Secret WWII tactical unit to receive Congressional Gold Medal
The Ghost Army refers to two units that used inflatable equipment, sound effects, radio trickery, and other deceptions to draw enemy forces away from American units, saving an estimated 30,000 lives.
‘American Sniper’ Chris Kyle: Father, veteran, husband leaves lasting legacy
Feb. 2 is the ninth anniversary of the retired Navy SEAL’s death whose career was documented in the bestselling “American Sniper” autobiography and later blockbuster film.
Navy discharges 1st active-duty sailors for vaccine refusal
The Navy said Tuesday that it has discharged 23 active-duty sailors for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, marking the first time it has thrown currently serving sailors out of the military over the mandatory shots.
Fort Bragg soldiers face court martial in comrade's death
Spc. Enrique Roman-Martinez was reported missing on May 22, 2020. His partial remains were found days later.
North Carolina authorities say driver charged after military vehicle overturns, kills 2 more Marines
State Troopers and Camp Lejeune military police were on the scene investigating.
Louisiana National Guard uses old Christmas trees for emergency training
At this point, many of us have already thrown out our Christmas trees, but in Louisiana, these discarded trees serve an important purpose for the United States Army.