Advocates urge Austin to act on active duty obesity ‘epidemic’A new letter urges defense leaders to do more to prevent, identify and treat obesity in the ranks.By Karen Jowers7 days ago
Navy to keep base gyms open 24/7The Navy is directing base commanders to draft plans to keep MWR fitness facilities open 24/7 so sailors can stay in top shape.By Diana Stancy7 weeks ago
Russian defense chief wants to double wartime missile outputRussia’s defense chief is urging a state company to double its missile output as a possible Ukrainian counteroffensive looms.12 months ago
Space Force to debut new fitness tracking pilot program within weeksThe newest branch of the armed forces is betting a more holistic approach to health can be smarter than the usual focus on annual testing.By Rachel S. Cohen14 months ago
Navy eradicates fitness test failures in campaign to improve retentionThe change is part of a Navy-wide campaign aimed at improving accessions, retention and attrition.By Diana Stancy15 months ago
The biggest military stories of 2022As 2022 comes to a close, we reflect on the stories most-viewed by Military Times readers throughout the year.By Military Times staff16 months ago
Pentagon lacks big picture for fighter jet procurement, watchdog saysThe Pentagon plans to spend about $100 billion in the next five years to modernize its tactical aviation fleets.By Rachel S. Cohen17 months ago
Navy announces single physical fitness assessment cycle in 2023The PFA for next year will run from Feb. 1 to Nov. 30.By Diana Stancy18 months ago
3 inspiring veterans running the NYC MarathonThree veterans who are running this year's NYC Marathon have come a long way from military service.By Sarah Sicard18 months ago
Smaller firms at Army trade show say they’re hard-hit by market shocksDefense firms are grappling with the economic fallout from the pandemic, but small businesses say their pain is acute.By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris19 months ago
Use us for combat zone tests, Ukraine minister tells US war industry Ukraine's deputy defense minister suggested anti-tank systems with a 6-kilometer range or suicide drones as options his military could use.By Todd South20 months ago
Former paratrooper launches new business making tactical equipmentThe business specializes in creating tactical nylon equipment and soft goods for military service members, law enforcement and civilians.By Rachael Riley, The Fayetteville Observer21 months ago