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US coalition ship shoots down Houthi missile after lull in attacks
The incident marks the end of a week-long pause of reported Houthi attacks.
Navy continues to struggle in recruiting as other services near goal
The Navy is performing better than it did last year, but is projected to miss its recruiting goal by roughly 6,700 sailors this fiscal year.
By Diana Stancy
Korean War hero Ralph Puckett to lie in honor at US Capitol
Medal of Honor recipient Ralph Puckett will lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol in recognition of his heroism during the Korean War.
US military to expand universal pre-K at dozens more bases this fall
The U.S. military will rapidly expand its universal pre-K program to another 79 primary schools, for a total of 80 locations, in the 2024-2025 school year.
By Karen Jowers
Return of horse-drawn caissons to Arlington National Cemetery delayed
The return of horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery is being delayed for months and maybe longer, the Army said Friday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Opinion
How DOD missed its opportunity to counter extremism in the ranks
In this op-ed, the author argues that organized efforts to address extremism in the military should be revitalized.
By Samantha Olson
Higher enlisted pay, full housing stipends included in new House plan
A new military quality of life improvement plan would include targeted pay increases for young troops and bigger housing stipends for families.
Navy destroyer Mason shoots Houthi missile ‘likely’ headed for US ship
The Navy destroyer Mason shot down an anti-ship ballistic missile over the Gulf of Aden that officials said was likely aimed at a U.S. commercial ship.
How to renew a DOD ID to keep unique benefits as a civilian
Reapply for the Next Generation USID card to retain some unique benefits after retirement.
By Connie Mabin
Military Times’ 2024 Service Members of the Year
These seven are the 2024 Military Times Service Members of the Year.
By Military Times staff
The Navy petty officer ensuring the Carney stays focused on the fight
Meet Personnel Specialist 1st Class Alexander Boston, Military Times' Navy Service Member of the Year.
By Navy Times staff