USS Stout helps injured cargo ship crew memberThe hurt crew member had suffered injuries from a hot fuel oil spill.By Diana Stancy16 hours ago
US military pier in Gaza to cost $320 million, Pentagon estimatesThe U.S. and Israel have said they hope to have the mobile pier in place and operations underway by early May.By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press4 days ago
Military to offer tax-saving health care accounts for troopsThese accounts can help troops save an average of 30% on unreimbursed health care expenses.By Karen Jowers2 months ago
DOD ‘slow rolling’ fair special pays for Guard, Reserve, advocates sayPentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.By Davis Winkie3 months ago
Navy unveils Wi-Fi pilot program for some Virginia sailorsThe initiative is part of Big Navy's efforts to improve sailor quality of life.By Diana Stancy3 months ago
$50M+ improperly spent on DOD credit cards during COVID pandemicIn one instance, funds were spent to investigate a sinkhole, according to a recent Defense Department Inspector General report.By Meghann Myers3 months ago
Don’t miss these military health care, child care deadlinesDec. 11 is the deadline for enrolling in the new Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and the federal dental and vision program.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Upgraded F-35s fly with partial software as DOD hunts for delivery fixThe first TR-3 F-35's initial checkout flight comes as the Joint Program Office hunts for a way to accelerate deliveries, perhaps using interim software.By Stephen Losey5 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
Open season is here for Tricare, dental and new child care accountsHere's what you need to know about the open seasons for Tricare, dependent care spending accounts, and dental and vision plans.By Karen Jowers6 months ago
Some Tricare, dental plans may cost more in 2024. Here’s what to know.Open season, from Nov. 13 through Dec. 12, is the time to make changes to your Tricare coverage. Some costs may rise this year.By Karen Jowers6 months ago
Million Vet Program nears millionth enrollment, eyes continued growthThe 12-year-old program has cultivated a massive database of genetic information for health researchers.By Leo Shane III6 months ago