Will DOD need to start producing some medicines to protect troops?In some cases, it could be cheaper and safer for the military to manufacture medicines troops need.By Karen Jowers9 days ago
More food options, better access coming for commissary customersThe commissary director aims to bring more customers in to take advantage of commissary savings.By Karen Jowers13 days ago
Federal judge clears way for new Tricare West Region contractA new generation of Tricare contracts is designed to improve care for the 9.6 million Tricare beneficiaries under their purview.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Directed-energy weapons need full Pentagon commitment, industry saysAt least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. military, according to the National Defense Industrial Association.By Colin Demarest4 months ago
Amid Red Sea clashes, Navy leaders ask: Where are our ship lasers?“We’re 10 years down the road, and we still don’t have something we can field?”By Colin Demarest, Megan Eckstein and Geoff Ziezulewicz4 months ago
Pentagon to install rooftop solar panels as part of clean energy planThe Pentagon is one of 31 government sites receiving grants as part of a Biden administration plan to promote energy conservation and clean energy.4 months ago
Senior intel official sexually harassed woman at work, report findsThe overall conduct of William Lietzau created a toxic work environment, the IG report said.By Meghann Myers4 months ago
US, allies in talks on naval task force to protect shipping in Red SeaAfter three vessels were struck by missiles, the White House said the U.S. may establish a naval task force to escort commercial ships in the Red Sea.By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press5 months ago
Mental health not costing many troops security clearances, data showsDebunking the "pervasive myth" regarding mental health and security clearances.By Geoff Ziezulewicz and Davis Winkie6 months ago
Seoul believes North Korea sent Russia over a million artillery shellsSouth Korea's top spy agency said the amount would last Moscow's forces about two months in Ukraine, according to a lawmaker briefed on the assessment.6 months ago
Russian drone debris downs power lines near Ukraine nuclear plantRussia “is likely trying to expand and diversify its arsenal of drones," according to the Institute for the Study of War, a Washington think tank.By Hanna Arhirova7 months ago
Having trouble making an appointment through Tricare? A fix is coming.Contract changes won't come for at least another year, but officials are working on the problem now.By Karen Jowers7 months ago