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Pentagon anti-fentanyl efforts face operational challenges: watchdog
An assessment of the Pentagon's efforts to disrupt drug traffickers comes as the number of U.S. overdoses involving synthetic opioids continues to climb.
By Zamone Perez
Opinion
Fast food or the military? Recruiting solutions overlook the obvious.
In this opinion piece, the author argues that services have been overlooking an obvious solution to the recruiting crisis: Increasing junior enlisted pay.
By U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) John G. Ferrari
Senators eye pay boost for junior troops, more funds for housing fixes
Both House and Senate lawmakers want to pass targeted pay raises for junior enlisted troops, but budget caps may complicate those plans.
VA-sponsored psychedelics studies get green light in FY24 budget
There are currently eight psychedelic therapy trials taking place across the country through the VA.
By Zamone Perez
Navy considers accelerating promotion timeline for junior officers
Officials stressed that any decision to accelerate Navy junior officer promotion has not yet been finalized.
By Diana Stancy
Opinion
Our sailors deserve good leaders
Retired Navy Capt. John Cordle argues that Big Navy needs to do better when it comes to vetting those it taps for command.
By Capt. John Cordle, U.S. Navy (Ret.)
Navy chief could face severe sentence if convicted of espionage
The Navy declined to clarify the status of Chief Fire Controlman (AEGIS) Bryce Steven Pedicini's case. The chief is facing espionage and other charges.
Navy chief charged with espionage
Chief Fire Controlman (AEGIS) Bryce Steven Pedicini is accused of passing classified information to an agent of a foreign government.
Lawmakers press for junior enlisted pay boost as soon as possible
Military pay proposals pending in Congress might face difficulty becoming law because of the budget complications involved.
Vet who killed Iraqi civilian ordered to jail on Capitol riot charges
Richmond was convicted of manslaughter in 2004 for fatally shooting an Iraqi cow herder in the head while serving in the U.S. Army.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Navy ousts USS Georgia commanding officer
Capt. Geoffry Patterson became commanding officer of the submarine’s blue crew in May 2022.
By Diana Stancy