USS Stout helps injured cargo ship crew memberThe hurt crew member had suffered injuries from a hot fuel oil spill.By Diana Stancy17 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
US Navy making Aegis updates, training changes based on Houthi attacksThe U.S. Navy and Lockheed Martin have developed and fielded software updates for destroyers shooting down Houthi missiles and drones in the Red Sea.By Megan Eckstein6 weeks ago
Central Command’s Kurilla eyes drone-countering lasers for Middle EastAt least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. Department of Defense. Some are more mature than others.By Colin Demarest8 weeks 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
Directed-energy weapons need full Pentagon commitment, industry saysAt least 31 directed-energy initiatives are underway across the U.S. military, according to the National Defense Industrial Association.By Colin Demarest3 months ago
Amid Red Sea clashes, Navy leaders ask: Where are our ship lasers?“We’re 10 years down the road, and we still don’t have something we can field?”By Colin Demarest, Megan Eckstein and Geoff Ziezulewicz3 months ago
First-ever provision for psychedelic studies included in defense billAny member of the military with either post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury can take part in a clinical study.By Zamone Perez5 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