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T-45 Goshawk crashes near Naval Air Station Kingsville; pilot safe
The pilot safely ejected, and there are no reported injuries due to the incident.
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This officer is the first woman to lead Naval Test Wing Atlantic
Capt. Elizabeth Somerville, an EA-6B Prowler and EA-18G Growler naval flight officer, is tasked with leading the Navy’s largest developmental air wing.
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Charges reinstated against corpsman in MARSOC homicide case
A three-judge panel reinstated charges against Chief Petty Officer Eric Gilmet following a July appellate hearing.
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US: Drone attack targets US base in Syria, no casualties
The military said the attack took place in the vicinity of al-Tanf base.
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In think tank’s Taiwan war game, US beats China at high cost
It's a pessimistic, but realistic, 2026 war game scenario.
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Navy offers future sailors, veterans up to $115,000 in enlistment, loan repayment incentives
Future sailors and veterans must either enlist or reassess into active duty and ship out before the end of September to qualify.
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Veterans
Veteran who testified against friend avoids prison for Jan. 6
Prosecutors did not seek prison time for Jacob Fracker, pointing to his cooperation and trial testimony against Army veteran Thomas Robertson.
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US, South Korea to begin expanded military drills next week
The allies’ summertime drills, named Ulchi Freedom Shield, will take place from Aug. 22 to Sept. 1 in South Korea.
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Why comparing VA home loans to other options might soon get easier
Advocates have expressed concerns many veterans are missing out on benefits from the VA home loan program.
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Austin quarantining with second bout of COVID-19
Austin first contracted COVID early this year, though both cases have presented only mild symptoms.
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See Ukrainian troops go through urban combat training in the UK
Hundreds of new Ukrainian Army recruits are training to liberate Ukraine from the Russian invasion — but they are doing it more than 1,000 miles away.
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Special Disneyland ceremony for fallen Marine | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 8.12.22
Disneyland makes a special day for a Gold Star family. Raytheon buys a small company, and we get a sneak peek at the future of Air Force helmets.
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2022 Service Members of the Year
View the 2022 winners and sign-up to watch the live stream of the awards ceremony on July 12th.
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Benefits Guide
The latest info on pay, housing, retirement, spouses, home buying, the GI Bill, and more.
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Challenges and triumphs of military family life
Insights, tips, and tools and tools to help military families
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Transition Guide
Transitioning out of the military and in to civilian life? This a guide to answer common questions.
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How much land does the military really own?
The U.S. military has nearly 30 million acres around the world.
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3D animation shows the inner-workings of an AR-15
The video explains why the rifle is such an efficient, and ultimately dangerous, weapon.
By Sarah Sicard
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Steven Seagal appears in Ukraine, serving as a Russian spokesperson
Steven Seagal visits Ukraine amid prison bombing controversy.
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New Army recruiting ad continues crusade against civilian workforce
Army encourages college grads to "skip entry level" and join the military instead.
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Former paratrooper launches new business making tactical equipment
The business specializes in creating tactical nylon equipment and soft goods for military service members, law enforcement and civilians.
By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville Observer
Service dog helps ease Army veteran’s anxiety
Army veteran Joe Nieves’ service dog Jem is specially trained to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
By Clara Niel, The Frederick News-Post
WWII tail gunner’s harrowing story preserved in a comic
Former WWII POW Russell Scott died in 2019, but a Virginia Commonwealth University student created a three-panel comic describing his experience.
By Bill Lohmann, The Richmond Times-Dispatch
Gunman who targeted FBI office was Navy, Army National Guard veteran
Ricky Shiffer served in the Navy and the Florida Army National Guard, according to military records.
High-tech tools help veterans find tech careers
With the help of Oplign, Amazon is using artificial intelligence to match skill sets of veterans and their spouses to careers post-service.
By Sharon Spielman
VA Secretary McDonough tests positive for coronavirus
Denis McDonough said his symptoms are mild and the virus should not cause problems for VA operations.
DoD attempts to answer your questions about post-Roe abortion access
A question-and-answer list is now up on the military's health website.
Report reveals holes in DoD law enforcement active shooter response
The evaluation was conducted to determine whether Defense Department law enforcement entities had established effective active shooter response policies.
Missile Defense Agency priorities include hypersonics, Guam, Hill says
The Missile Defense Agency director lays out his top priorities to address current and emerging missile threats.
By Jen Judson
In think tank’s Taiwan war game, US beats China at high cost
It's a pessimistic, but realistic, 2026 war game scenario.
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