US troops put new Philippine military sites to test in Balikatan drillSome of the newest Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement sites got a workout in the Philippines during the bilateral Balikatan exercise this month.By Jen Judson7 days ago
US Navy’s submarine fleet is too small. Here’s how selling some may help.The U.S. Navy’s fleet includes 49 attack submarines, despite a formal requirement for 66. It’s also facing crewing and maintenance problems.By Megan Eckstein10 days ago
Seeking 75 ships ready for combat, Navy turns to new readiness orgsThe fleet, struggling to reach its goal of 75 mission capable surface ships, is looking beyond the basics of ship maintenance for ways to boost readiness.By Megan Eckstein4 months ago
Race into 2024 with a new military marathon challengeRunners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal.By Jonathan Lehrfeld5 months ago
New flame-retardant uniform to hit more ships in 2024The Navy started distributing the uniforms in December 2022 to U.S. Fleet Forces units, including the aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford.By Diana Stancy5 months ago
Increased US partnership with the Philippines coming in 2024A deal inked between the two nations in 2023 opens up multiple bases for American use.By Geoff Ziezulewicz5 months ago
Financial troubles cloud enlisted retirement home’s future Without financial fixes, the enlisted retirement home may not be able to serve its veteran residents in the future, a new watchdog report warns.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
USS Carney shoots down drone launched from YemenA U.S. official told the Associated Press that the Navy destroyer deemed the drone to be a threat and shot it down over water.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press6 months ago
Navy opening more subs to women as new female officers doubleThe Navy will open more submarine crews to women in the coming years.By Megan Eckstein6 months ago
US Navy upgrading torpedoes, leveraging cloud computing for submarinesApart from defeating torpedoes with torpedoes (yes, you read that right), the Navy is also improving its safety gear.By Megan Eckstein6 months ago
Biden seeks better military relations with China when he meets with XiThe plan is to revive the regular talks under the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement, used to improve safety in the air and sea.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press6 months ago
Navy ships on both coasts to receive flame-retardant uniform in 2024The Navy started distributing the uniforms in December 2022.By Diana Stancy7 months ago