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Navy unveils special warfare-themed uniforms for upcoming Army-Navy game

The U.S. Navy released images of Navy Midshipmen uniforms for the 2026 Army-Navy game that honor the service’s Naval special warfare components.
USS George H.W. Bush families told to prepare for year-long deployment

Families of sailors on the USS George H.W. Bush prepare to spend holidays without their loved ones after the Navy announces its deployment is extended once again.
Sailors in Congress’s medical office reassigned after alleging controlling bosses, unsuitable tasks

Four sailors who spoke to Military Times said they were assigned tasks not fitting their positions, such as clipping lawmakers’ toenails and making overnight deliveries.
How much time are sailors away from home? Navy records leave gaps

A ship’s deployment is only one measure of the time sailors spend away from home.

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2025 PCS Guide

Read up on tips and tricks in Military Times’ 2025 Permanent Change of Station Guide.
2025 Benefits Guide

Learn how your military benefits — including health care, retirement pay and more — have changed in 2025.

Congress has access to IVF. Military families like mine do not.

The U.S. government asks military families to accept a lot. It should not deny us the medical care we need to have children, this active-duty soldier writes.

Democrats push to remove US-Israel tech measure from defense bill

The measures call for enhanced cooperation between the U.S. and Israel on weapons technology development.
Trump claims arch at Arlington National Cemetery would honor military personnel, veterans

During his Veterans Day speech Wednesday, Trump said an arch he plans to build at the cemetery’s entrance would honor those who served.
House passes sweeping veterans benefits bill with polarizing tactic

The package includes more than 60 provisions, but its most contentious measure would change how the VA rates sleep apnea and tinnitus.

Guard appears to rebuke Hegseth’s delegation at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

The U.S. Army sentinel moved toward the group and, from a distance, shouted toward them: “All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times.”

Drones incoming! New innovations on offer in UAS tech | Defense News Weekly Full Episode 11.10.26

New drone innovations are highlighted in Part 2 of our Business of Defense series. Plus, a sneak peek into a new Smithsonian military aviation exhibit, and tips to avoid scams.