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The service did not specify the reason for the firings.

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After a calm 2017, VA leaders have seen numerous scandals and distractions in the first few weeks of 2018.

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Man pretending to be an Army 3-star used a helicopter to impress a woman, feds say

A man pretending to be a three-star U.S. Army general wanted to impress a woman when he unexpectedly landed in a chartered helicopter at the headquarters of a North Carolina technology company last year, a federal agent testified Monday.

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Tuskegee Airman Thomas Ellis dies at 97

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Interview: US Navy’s top surface warfare officer on collisions, LCS and warfare

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US Africa Command leader orders new probe into Somalia raid

The head of U.S. Africa Command has asked for an additional investigation into whether civilians were killed during a deadly August raid in Somalia involving American and Somali forces.

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Senate OKs eight defense nominees before Thanksgiving break

The confirmation blitz brings the total number of defense officials approved by the Senate this year to 26.

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USS Thomas Hudner returns home from Operation Epic Fury, Southern Spear deployments

The USS Thomas Hudner launched Tomahawk land attack missiles during Operation Epic Fury and helped efforts to target alleged drug vessels in the Caribbean.

Navy fires leadership trio of ship repair facility in Japan

The service did not specify the reason for the firings.

Controversies mount as VA officials work to stay focused on health care reforms

After a calm 2017, VA leaders have seen numerous scandals and distractions in the first few weeks of 2018.

Man pretending to be an Army 3-star used a helicopter to impress a woman, feds say

A man pretending to be a three-star U.S. Army general wanted to impress a woman when he unexpectedly landed in a chartered helicopter at the headquarters of a North Carolina technology company last year, a federal agent testified Monday.

Despite threat of a years-long wait, veterans slow to embrace new option on disability appeals

Only about 3 percent of veterans invited into the new Rapid Appeals Modernization Program have taken advantage so far.

Nominate now for the Military Times Service Members of the Year Awards

Winning this award can make a big difference in your career.

US Navy surface boss expected to step down under pressure in latest collision fallout

The Navy’s top surface warfare officer is expected to step down this week under pressure ahead of a forthcoming recommendation that he be relieved.

Remembering Tuskegee Airman Thomas Ellis

It is with great sadness that we report on the 2nd of January, Thomas Ellis, one of six remaining Tuskegee airmen in San Antonio, passed away from a stroke.

Tuskegee Airman Thomas Ellis dies at 97

Former Sgt. Maj. Thomas Ellis will be laid to rest Friday at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas.

Interview: US Navy’s top surface warfare officer on collisions, LCS and warfare

The surface Navy has had a difficult year. Defense News sat down with the service's top surface warfare officer to discuss the past year and look ahead to 2018.

US Africa Command leader orders new probe into Somalia raid

The head of U.S. Africa Command has asked for an additional investigation into whether civilians were killed during a deadly August raid in Somalia involving American and Somali forces.

Senate OKs eight defense nominees before Thanksgiving break

The confirmation blitz brings the total number of defense officials approved by the Senate this year to 26.

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