Tricare to end coverage of weight-loss meds for some military retireesAdvocates are pushing back against Tricare's plan to end its coverage of weight-loss drugs for Tricare for Life beneficiaries by Aug. 31.By Karen Jowers11 days ago
He lived 3 doors down in the barracks. I carry his ghost in my pocket"I wish the 30 soldiers who died in Alaska during my time at Wainwright had gotten to see this moment," writes Jake Johnson in this War Horse reflection.By Jake Johnson, The War Horse2 weeks ago
Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea set to retireMaster Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea will retire from the Navy on Sept. 12, 2025, after nearly four decades of service.By Riley Ceder7 weeks ago
Pentagon targets fewer moves for troops to cut PCS costsThe Pentagon directed service branches to cut the amount of money spent on moving troops and their families in half by fiscal 2030.By Karen Jowers3 months ago
Hegseth, Collins promise fixes to post-military transition programsVA and Pentagon leaders plan to review veteran transition programs to ensure separating troops are getting the support they need. By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns lingerOfficials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support. By Leo Shane III4 months ago